About This Spot
Waikanae Beach River Mouth, New Zealand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New Zealand.
Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NNE–SW winds, peaking from January to December, Waikanae Beach River Mouth, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Quite regular and most boarders from Wellington drive up to this spot.
When to Go
Kiteable all year. Summer no wetsuit needed.
What to Expect
Shallow river mouth, waist deep for a long way. Good long shallow part at high tide. Can be a bit choppy but protected by Kapiti Island so doesn't get too surfy like the rest of the coast.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · SW · WSW · W · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
Quite regular and most boarders from Wellington drive up to this spot.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Shallow river mouth, waist deep for a long way. Good long shallow part at high tide. Can be a bit choppy but protected by Kapiti Island so doesn't get too surfy like the rest of the coast.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Wellington drive North to Waikanae, 30min (60km), turn off at Mobil gas station. Drive to beach, turn left drive to end and you are there.
Location
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