New zealand is a great country to discover through surfing. Water sports were popular in maori culture, and considered. There is an abundance of beautiful landscapes and memorable surf spots, from the local city beaches to the remote ends of the island. Discover new zealand one of the worlds exciting surfing destinations. New zealand is a land of wonders and it is a must visit in your lifetime if ever you get the opportunity. Its rugged coasts are littered with quality points, reefs, bar and beach breaks making it a truly worldclass surfing destination. Over 120k travelers like you have chosen tripaneer so far. After eight years in brazil where his first son was born, he kept his dream alive of expanding to other destinations and opened a surf camp in whangamata, new zealand. Surf legends feature in new book otago daily times. Visual artists hold regular exhibitions at the raglan old school art centre. Listing of the most consistent, accessible and quality surfing locations in new zealand, from the top of the north island and progressing south.
Each section contains local information, map, history and amenities available for staying over and a breakdown of the areas key surf breaks. Muriwai and piha on the west coast offer black sand beaches with wild waves. When one of my consult clients requested a custom song about the statue of liberty for her daughter, i jumped at the. The new zealand information network has compiled this guide to new zealands best surf breaks to help you enjoy our surfing playground to the max. Eastland, surfing in new zealand things to see and do in. Wavetrack new zealand surfing guide book surf2surf.
Put together by surfers for surfers, the new zealand surfing. Surfing the south island of new zealand winter youtube. Due to its large file size, this book may take longer to download. Be warned the further south you go, the more likely youll need your neoprene. The north island has the warmest weather and is the surfing center of new zealand. The collection volume ii by photographer, writer and surf historian warren hawke is a celebration of new zealand surfing.
Here are some handy tips from travelling super mom suzie who has holidayed with her kids all over nz. Find your way to the best surf spots in the country with this definitive new zealand surfing guide. The ultimate surfers guide to new zealand culture trip. New zealand has world class salt and fresh water fishing in pristine locations, the east coast of the north island is a great spot for big game fishing. With more than 400 photos and written content of 60,000 words, it follows up from hawkes highly successful volume one which was published. It is one of the most popular destinations for vacations. The annual event is held at a different location each year. Wellington surf lessons new zealands top surf school. Donning 5mm wetsuits, hoods and booties they endured antarctic winds, enjoyed empty blue skies and threaded frigid, perfect barrels miles from another soul. Find epic photos from cory scott kiwisurf, cpl nz surfing mag, warren hawke, daisy day, mark stevenson and paul kennedy. The official national sporting organisation promoting the sport of surfing. The 550 page book covers the islands of new zealand in extreme detail making it an essential tool to own if youre planning a new zealand surf adventure. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. My boyfriend is a traveling surfer who plans to move to new zealand with me, so this was an excellent book to prepare us for good swells and spots.
Wainui beach is the most popular spot for surfers of all levels as it consistently provides good waves throughout the year. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. New zealand offers some of the most consistent and crowd free surfing in the southern hemisphere. Waves can be generated from the south, the west from the tasman sea, north from cyclone systems and east from depressions. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Bad religion are coming to nz bad religion, frenzal rhomb and bodyjar to play auckland this december new zealand get ready. Eli has surfed competitively from a young age and is very knowledgable about the technicalities of surfing at a high level. Surfing new zealand is the governing body for the sport of surfing in new zealand. New zealand surfing in new zealand when asked, every surfer will, of course, tell you his or her favorite beach is best, although it does seem unanimous that. Aotearoa new zealand which translates from maori to the land of the long white cloud is home to some fantastic empty waves and surf spots. Then the new zealand surfing guide book is the only guide you need. New zealand surf spot map now on with the surf info. The waves were rolling in set after set just like this when we were there.
The size of a small brick, the 550 page wavetrack new zealand surfing guide covers the islands in extreme detail making it an essential tool to own if youre. Jason and i stayed in a b on the hill pictured in this shot. Under the weather is a new surf film by damon meade the film has been shot entirely in new zealand, taking a journey from the far north to the deep south and many places in between. Suzie points out the best cultural and adventure activities, even the best child friendly hot pools. It was established in 1963, and is involved in the organization of competitions, the development of local training programmes and the education of surfing coaches and judges. Road without end delving into new zealands deep south. Raglan might be a goofy footers dream but that doesnt mean there. And curl mag womens surf and lifestyle mag for your support. A new surfing book features sumner surfers from the 1940s until now. New zealand surfing guide paperback october 31, 1996. Unique to the event is the fact that surfers have to qualify to compete as part of twelve regional teams. Best surfing spots in new zealand switchback travel. This book is a perfect guide around the beautiful island country of new zealand.
For those new to the sport, surf lessons are a great way to get out in the water with an experienced instructor and learn the ropes. New zealand has one of the most diverse weather systemspatterns in the world. Mike bhana listing of the most consistent, accessible and quality surfing locations in new zealand, from the top of the north island and progressing south. Surfing new zealand the good consistent waves uncrowded lots of great surf. Travelling in new zealand with children nz travel blog. New zealand is made up of two main islands, the north island and south island. There are lots of activities to try in the area but probably one of the most popular is the whale watching and also the swimming with dolphins. Raglan is also home to new zealands first sanctioned surf school, the raglan surfing school which was established in 1999. Winds and swells can change in a heartbeat and the team at nzsa can ensure you make the most of the conditions and access the. Price new from used from paperback, october 31, 1996 please retry. The main source of swell for both is from the low pressure systems of the roaring forties but new zealand is fortunate to pick up swell from just about anywhere. First light travel has decoded the best surf experiences and has itineraries to match all levels from beginner up.
Simply put, new zealand is a great place to be a surfer. Shop whitcoulls wide range of surfing, windsurfing, waterskiing books online or in store. Each section contains local information, map, history. Wavetrack new zealand surfing guide book the size of a small brick, the 550 page wavetrack new zealand surfing guide covers the islands in extreme detail making it an essential tool to own if youre planning a new zealand surf adventure. Best surfing spots in new zealand raglan north island located on an empty stretch of the north islands west coast, the tiny town of raglan is the epicenter of surfing culture in new zealand. It is a surfing book that any kiwi who sets foot on fibreglass will. Wellington surf lessons are a group of professional new zealand surfing instructors wellington surf lessons provide fun and enjoyable lessons for both beginner and advanced level students.
See holiday itineraries to help with your planning process. An interactive environment provides messages, reports and data editing. A cantmiss wave is at nearby manu bay above aka the point, renowned for being the worlds longest lefthand break. New zealand wannasurf, surf spots atlas, surfing photos.
Our experienced instructors have classes running every day the surf is up summer and winter, so you can get the best opportunities to surf quality waves. Home to some of the best breaks in new zealand, gisborne receives south, east and south east swells. In the far north is shipwreck bay which is definitely worth a visit if not for the waves then the blokarting. January 2020 611, health 2000 national surfing championships, dunedin men and women open, u18, 16 and 14, over 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, men and women longboard, under 18 longboard, stand up paddleboard men and women surfing, kneeboard, bodyboard and adaptive. Wannasurf free illustrated atlas of surf spots and surfing worldwide with maps of surf spots, detailed descriptions and photos. I is a word heavy coffee table style book featuring over 500 photos. Raglan new zealand famous surfing town on the west coast of the north island. Trio shot at while surfing at remote invitationonly new. Kaikoura is a popular tourist town located on the east coast of the south island of new zealand about 2 hours drive north from christchurch. Kaikoura surf guide, maps, locations and information.
Surfing new zealand discover new zealand one of the. Surfing lessons usually include a board and wetsuit. Chris burkard and friends embark on another intrepid adventure, this time to the depths of new zealand. New zealand surfing guide book by wavetrack nz surfing guide. Published by craig cpl levers senior photographer of nz surfing magazine from 1993 to 2008 the book chronicles his best shots from these 2 decades. The main source of swell for both is from the low pressure systems in the southern ocean, but new zealand picks up swell from just about anywhere. New zealand has one of the most diverse weather systems in the world, with winds and swells constantly changing. Millions of visitors come to this land to tap the great experience with the amazing tourist attractions. Sea kayaking is another great way to explore the coastline and admire seals, penguins, and other. The national scholastic surfing championships are the pinnacle of junior surfing in new zealand. New zealand is the perfect destination for a family holiday. New zealand is exposed to consistent swells from the north, south, east and west which provides world class surfing in both north and south islands. A child and two men have been shot at while surfing off a remote new zealand beach in an incident of suspected localism by territorial figures defending their waves two men and a 14year.
Find unique places to stay with local hosts in 191 countries. New zealand surf trips new zealand surfing vacations. The team at new zealand surfing adventures have over 35 years of experience ensuring you make the most of the conditions and access the best surfing spots throughout the country. For surfing tours of the aucklandnorthland region contact. Raglan has hosted a world championship surfing event at manu bay in 1998. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Surfing in new zealand things to see and do in new zealand. Welcome to surf seeker nz the most comprehensive new zealand surf guide. Head out of auckland and right away you will have a choice of east or west coast surfing. Its fastpaced, its fun and with the stunning backdrop of new zealand its bound to cause viewers right around the world to sit up, take notice, have a laugh and come along for the ride of their lives. So, book that dream new zealand surf vacation today.
1300 952 733 434 131 1328 555 127 1025 80 132 1317 1490 744 357 1423 924 679 730 479 545 1260 260 116 681 343 261 1214 862 1492 560 499 349 603 956 885 562 1353 111 1194 7 542 163 1142 970 1451