Arataki

Arataki Beach is a beach break on a sandy beach, located Papamoa. There are several peaks to choose from with both right and left handers. The wave is punchy and can get hollow, good fun. Suitable for all levels of surfer. Popular beach so watch out for swimmers.

Quality Rating: 

7

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NE

Optimal Wind Direction: 

SW

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy
Hollow

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

6

Danger: 

Watch out for swimmers.

Directions 

From Tauranga City, head south east on Mt Maunganui Road, onto State Highway 2. Turn left onto Girven Road, down to the Beach. You can find many peaks down this stretch of beach.

Nearest Town: 

Tauranga

Nearest City: 

Tauranga

Travel Time from City: 

10mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

Facilities: 

Toilets

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