Beaches & DOC Campgrounds HB/Gisborne in New Zealand

"Gisborne’s beach is a long and beautiful family-friendly stretch of white sand. It can be a wild walk on a windy day – but all the more exciting – and it’s just a short distance from the town centre and connected by the city beachfront cycle and walkway. It’s free to enjoy and has amazing views across Poverty Bay to Young Nick’s Head."

"Wainui Beach is a stunning long sweep of beach surrounded by protected reserve with heaps of secluded spots for sunbathing and solitude. At the south end is Makori Headland and past Gisborne in the distance Mahia Peninsula. There are magic sunrises and sunsets and it’s renowned for its awesome surf breaks."