Kaiteriteri Beach

Kaiteriteri is a beloved holiday destination for many thousands of New Zealanders, with family memories and traditions often stretching back through the generations. With a range of accommodation including motels, lodges and campgrounds, and an array of extraordinary activities right on your doorstep, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy here.

During the summer months, you can join holiday-makers and families bathing on the beach, swimming in the sea, or paddling a kayak around the bay. You may even see a waka (Māori canoe) gliding into the bay with its oars raised in greeting if you're lucky. But many locals will tell you Kaiteriteri is best visited in the autumn, winter, and spring months. The Kaiteriteri sunsets and sunrises are extraordinary to watch from the beach or a balcony. The water is calm, the weather is crisp and cool but still mild, and the wildlife comes out to play, making it the perfect time to explore this natural sanctuary.

Many water taxis, larger boats, and sea kayak companies depart from Kaiteriteri, taking visitors deeper into the park. Still, you can also head over the hill to Marahau to connect on foot with the start of the Abel Tasman Coastal Track.