Matapouri Walk

A natural way to re-gain energy

The 1h30 Matapouri Walk from Ocean Purring Views gives you the opportunity to discover the Mermaid Pools at low tide and walkway via the coast to Whale Bay with splendid coastal views on the Pacific Ocean.

Car

15min

Walk

1h30

A car is needed for the 1h30 Matapouri Walk, good walking/tramping shoes are also recommended and you need to verify that the tide is low before going to Mermaid Pools.

Drive down on Lawnson Dr Road and road and turn right on Tutukaka Block road
When you can’t go any further, turn right on Matapouri Road towards Tutukaka
Pass the Tutukaka Marina and petrol station and keep driving until you reach Matapouri 10min away
Turn right at the corner dairy and park
Once on the beach, walk toward your left to the end
You will find a path going to the Mermaid Pools
On you way back, you will find another path going to the Whale’s bay
Follow the path, stop at the lookout you will find on your right
At the end of that track, go right towards Whale’s bay
On your way back, keep going until you have nearly reached the road. You will see another path beforehand going back down to Matapouri
At the end, you will easily find your way back to the parking
Before you jump in your car, I would recommend you walk to the other end of the beach and check out the beautiful inlet around the corner.

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