Motukiekie Beach Walk
Dramatic Coastal Secret
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Category

Hike

Est. Duration

1-2h

Activity level
Message from
Joanne Hollings

Get ready for one of the most dramatic coastal walks on the West Coast, a real local secret. You'll need to time your visit carefully with the low tide, as the beach is only accessible for a few hours, but it's absolutely worth it for the stunning sea stacks, arches, and caves you'll discover. The walk itself is a fairly easy stroll on the sand, about 3km one-way, and you'll want to allow a good couple of hours to really explore all the nooks and crannies. From the roadside parking, it's a simple scramble down a gully to reach the sand and begin your adventure.

Age requirement

All ages

Seasonality

All seasons

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