Rugged coastal beauty meets Māori heritage at this remote East Cape gem where fishing charters launch into pristine Pacific waters. Hike the nearby Maunga Hikurangi mountain or swim at secluded Onepoto Beach when local joggers have it mostly to themselves.
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Hicks Bay is 1064 mm.
