Whatuwhiwhi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Coca Cola lake. 
It is pretty cool. From a foot away it looks like an ordinary blue lake. But when you go closer, it changes to look like a rainbow. But that's not all: it smells and tastes like Coca Cola! Some of the road to it is unsealed though
Coca Cola lake. 
It is pretty cool. From a foot away it looks like an ordinary blue lake. But when you go closer, it changes to look like a rainbow. But that's not all: it smells and tastes like Coca Cola! Some of the road to it is unsealed though
Nice wee secluded bay we came across whilst on our way to the lovely Paraawanui Trek
Welcome to Karikari Beach on the beautiful Peninsula in the Far North! You can easily see why I love coming home to this paradise.

This little gem is an isolated beach which you can access from two walkways. 
On the day this photo was taken, we'd done a small trek through farmland onto the beach and followed it close to the end of the Southern side of the beach, where you will find the beautiful Puheke Mountain. On our way back, we were lucky enough to be entertained by a pod of around 13 dolphins who were enjoying the warm waters. 

We are truly blessed to have so many stunning beaches on Karikari Peninsula, the only difficult choice is where to go!

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Carrington Estate

Carrington Estate

4 out of 5
109 Matai Bay Road Karkari Peninsula Northland
The price is 3.354.254 ₫ per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
3.354.254 ₫
3.934.540 ₫ total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Karkari Peninsula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Carrington Golf Course and Perehipe Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (186 reviews)
The room was spacious but tired and needs upgrade. TV was tiny and had lines through the picture. Dinner at the restaurant was tasty.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Carrington Estate
Whatuwhiwhi TOP 10 Holiday Park

Whatuwhiwhi TOP 10 Holiday Park

2 out of 5
17 Whatuwhiwhi Road Karkari Peninsula
The price is 1.597.200 ₫ per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
1.597.200 ₫
1.836.780 ₫ total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Karkari Peninsula. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Perehipe Beach and Carrington Golf Course are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (59 reviews)
Very courteous and helpful staff. Good amenities, and clean, spacious room

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Whatuwhiwhi TOP 10 Holiday Park
Taipa Beach Resort

Taipa Beach Resort

4 out of 5
22 Taipa Point Road Taipa
The price is 3.031.813 ₫ per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
3.031.813 ₫
3.486.585 ₫ total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Taipa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (341 reviews)
Room was good with some additional welcome amenities Bed was too soft for our taste. Sofa wasn’t comfortable to sit on. Fantastic location next to a fabulous beach

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Taipa Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Doubtless Bay Villas

Doubtless Bay Villas

4.5 out of 5
20 Dudley Cresent Cable Bay
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cable Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Popular attractions Cable Bay Beach and Taumarumaru Recreation ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (195 reviews)
It was a dream. Fantastic view and nice place to relax after touring around.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Doubtless Bay Villas
Whitesands

Whitesands

3 out of 5
1 Rangiputa Road, Rangiputa Karkari Peninsula
Stay at this beach apartment in Karkari Peninsula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Rangiputa Beach and Puheke Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
Everything was great, the rooms were awesome, It was quiet and relaxing, and Lou and Tony were amazing. We will come back and we will certainly recommend it to others. Well done you guys and God bless

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Whitesands
Cable Bay Stays – Golden Sand and Driftwood Beachfront Accommodation

Cable Bay Stays – Golden Sand and Driftwood Beachfront Accommodation

4.5 out of 5
327 State Highway 10 Cable Bay
Stay at this luxury apartment in Cable Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Cable Bay Beach and Taumarumaru Recreation ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
Beautiful location right on the beach with all the amenities to prepare your own meals if you want to. The only drawback for us, was there is only one place to get food (across the street) without having to drive somewhere. Check in was easy and host was very friendly and accommodating.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Cable Bay Stays – Golden Sand and Driftwood Beachfront Accommodation
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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