Attraction

Waimarama Beach

New Zealand
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Visit DurationAround 2-3 hours
Suitable ForAdults, Families, Young adults, Children, Seniors

Overview

The beautiful Waimarama Beach is one of the most popular beaches in the country and is loved for its pristine shores, bright sunshine and clear blue skies. Being just 20 minutes away from Havelock North, Waimarama Beach is one of the main beaches along the East Coast and is a very popular spot for surfing, swimming, jogging and fishing. An abundance of pipi can be found at the beach area, in addition to numbers of flounders, crayfish and paua which swim close to the water's edge. The beach is a popular weekend spot and picnic venue amongst locals and offers the perfect peaceful atmosphere to simply sit back and unwind. The beach's golden sandy shores and tranquil ambience will undoubtedly captivate any type of traveller - beach lovers in particular.

Prayer Facilities

Though designated prayer facilities at Waimarama Beach will be unavailable for Muslim travellers, plenty of private area will be available around the beach area to use during prayer times. Travellers can also visit the Hawke's Bay Baitul Mokarram Masjid and Islamic Centre Trust in Hastings which is not located too far away.

Halal Food

Muslim travellers looking for Halal food near Waimarama Beach can visit some of the few Halal restaurants in Hastings and Napier. Kilim, Thien Thai Restaurant and Hot Chick Restaurant are a few popular Halal restaurants and are located in the Hawke's Bay-Napier region.

Must See

The view of the sunset in the evening

Location

Havelock North, Hastings, New Zealand
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Prayer Times

New Zealand

3 Nov 2026
Fajr
04:18
Sunrise
06:01
Zuhr
12:56
Asr (Shafii)
16:46
Maghrib
19:52
Isha
21:28
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