Karekare Beach gained worldwide fame thanks to the movie "Piano", released in 1993. Karekare are endless expanses of black volcanic sand that have retained their original beauty, surrounded by massive rocky cliffs that go into the sea.
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| Karekare Beach |
The coastline is comfortably framed by densely vegetated hills, where famous native plants such as manuka, cabbage tree and many species of ferns grow. Complements the picturesque picture of the waterfall Karekare Falls, hidden in the woods nearby.
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| Karekare Beach |
In addition to black sands and picturesqueness, Karekare beach is also known for the fact that here you can often see seals and fur seals frolicking on the shore.
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| Karekare Beach |
Well, if you are a surfer, after admiring the beauty of Karekare, go to neighboring Piha (Piha Beach) - one of the most famous beaches among surfers in New Zealand and an ideal place for those who are always in search of the best waves.