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Tapeka Point
Beach in front of Tapeka Del Mar. On the other side of
Tapeka Point is
Rocky Bay. 1km from Russell is Long Beach. If you are more into surf on the southern side of
Cape Brett lies Elliot Bay. If you have or charter a boat, hundreds
of beautiful secluded beaches and bays await around the
Bay of Islands. The Russell foreshore is
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| Tapeka Point beach is one of New Zealand's best kept secrets -
all tide swimming at its best. The tide does
not go out far and the water gets deep quickly with no rocks, shells or squelchy
mud - even at low tide. It is
protected from waves and swells by the rocks off Tapeka Point and the point
towards Russell. Unlike the pebble shore in Russell, Tapeka beach has soft white
sand and is a safe pollution free swimming beach. The beach includes a
public reserve under the huge 1830's Norfolk Pine trees, toilets, boat
ramp, ski lane and diving pontoon. Orca whales and Dolphins often pass
by close to shore. |
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The safe all tide swimming sandy beach and
diving pontoon in front of Tapeka
Del Mar
A few steps off the deck
and you are on the beach. No road or sand dunes to cross |
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Nearby rock pools |
The ever popular diving pontoon |
Kids love playing in the creek |
Orcas and Dolphins often pass |
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Tapeka Beach Reserve opposite |
All tide concrete boat ramp |
Dinghy and 3 kayaks for guests |
Swimming with Dolphins |
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Rocky Bay |
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| Situated on the Eastern side
of Tapeka Point just a few steps down the street from the top of Tapeka
Del Mar's drive. This rugged beach has views to the islands, rock pools
and a renowned fishing rock. At low tide it is possible to walk around
Tapeka Point to Tapeka Beach. Located on the other side of
Tapeka Point it has views to Roberton and other islands. A large flat rock accessible
at low tide has a deep drop and is popular with surf cast fishermen. Record
size fish have been caught here. Around the corner from the southern end are the
Emerald Pools, large deep water pools suitable for diving when swells
are not present |
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Long Beach (Oneroa Bay) |
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| Long Beach is
the next bay around from Rocky Bay beach. Road access 1.4km from
central Russell. A pleasant mostly flat walk from
Russell. This long sandy beach has a road running the
length of the beach with grass verges to park on. Exposed to the summer north easterly swells, the
breaking swells area
popular with body boarders. This beach is popular with visitors to
Russell |
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Island Beaches |
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| Some of the world's most
beautiful beaches can be found in the Bay of Islands. With over 100
islands there are many sandy beaches and secluded bays to explore. Most
of the islands are uninhabited providing un spoilt beauty. Some of the
Island tours provide stops at Otetahi Bay on Urupukapuka Island,
Roberton Island and Moturua Island. Day trips with Sail NZ and the Tall
Ship R Tucker Thompson include stops in bays for a swim. The best option
is to charter a boat. |
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Waewaetorea Island Passage |
Otetahi Bay Urupukapuka Island |
Roberton Island Lagoon |
Te Pahi Islands |
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Elliot Bay |
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Elliot Bay is on the east coast of the Cape Brett
peninsular. This is an exposed beach providing good waves for surfing
when easterly swells are present. Access is by sealed road either taking
a northern route following the bays on Rawhiti Road or via the old
Russell road. Both roads are sealed with either route 30km from Tapeka
Del Mar. Whilst visiting the area it is worth visiting Whangaruru and
Oakura. The Old Russell road continues south the join State Highway 1.
This route provides and alternative route to or from Russell bypassing
the car ferry. |
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