Whatipu Beach, New Zealand
Sebastian Lehrke
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New Zealand Whatipu Beach

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Whatipu Beach is the beginning of many beautiful black sand beaches along the west coast of Auckland. It stretches with beautiful dunes and different colors of sand.

Photography Tips

If the water goes back into the ocean and you have strong waves and currents, you will get beautiful reflections.

Travel Information

Parking is for free close to the nearby campground. The walk down here will take you around 15 minutes, from where you can easily start your drone. Take care about the tides since they can push up quite hard.
Spot Type Outdoor
Crowd Factor Just a few people
Best Timing Sunset in summer
Sunrise & Sunset 07:27 - 17:12 | current local time: 23:59
Photo Themes Beach Black Sand Beach Ocean reflection Sandy Beach

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