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NZ Auckland Pihabeach

The beaches of Auckland's west coast are separated from the city by the Waitakere Ranges.

The famous surf beach, Black-sand Piha, has large waves, so care and skill are required. In summer, lifeguards patrol the beach. Muriwai is up the same stretch of coast; between August and March, a large colony of gannets nests on the high cliffs.

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Northern Auckland Circular Road Trip
New Zealand

Northern Auckland Circular Road Trip

Road trip to the Northern tip of New Zealand
9 days

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