Activities
Paraparaumu Beach, located on the stunning Kāpiti Coast, is a must-visit destination offering a mix of natural beauty and relaxing activities. Renowned for its expansive sandy beach, it provides the perfect spot for swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing. Visitors can enjoy spectacular views of Kāpiti Island, a protected nature reserve just offshore, which is accessible via guided tours for birdwatching, hiking, and learning about its rich Māori heritage. The area boasts vibrant local cafés, boutique shops, and a lively weekend market featuring fresh produce and artisan goods. Golf enthusiasts can tee off at the renowned Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club, one of the country's top courses. For those seeking a bit of adventure, coastal walks and cycling trails, like the Kāpiti Coastal Cycle Route, showcase breathtaking scenery. Whether you're there to relax or explore, Paraparaumu Beach and the Kāpiti Coast offer an unforgettable Kiwi experience.
Kapiti Island Nature Tours
Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand's most important nature reserves. The best way to enjoy the island is a guided tour, even better stay the night for some Kiwi spotting.
Paraparaumu Beach
Paraparaumu Beach offers a picturesque strip of coastline that beckons beach lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Stretching gracefully with its soft, golden sands, this beach is a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Although it doesn't boast a wide array of water sports, visitors can engage in more serene activities such as strolling along the water's edge, building sandcastles, or simply soaking up the breathtaking vistas.
Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
Regarded by many as one of the greatest links courses in the southern hemisphere, Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club is a world renowned layout on the undulating dune land of the Kapiti Coast. Located just 45 minute's drive from New Zealand's Capital City, Wellington, the course has hosted the New Zealand Open 12 times. A record unsurpassed by any other course. In 2002 it hosted the worlds number 1 golfer, Tiger Woods.
Paraparaumu Beach Saturday Market
Established in 1999, the Paraparaumu Beach Markets have become a beloved Saturday tradition, rain or shine. Browse through a vibrant array of stalls with everything from fresh produce and flowers to artisanal delights. With the stunning backdrop of Paraparaumu Beach and Kapiti Island, it's the ideal destination for a leisurely Saturday morning stroll.
Tracks and Trails
The Kapiti Coast has a great network of cycling, walking and horse-riding (bridleway) trails that are safe and accessible for people of all ages and levels of fitness. With over 100 kilometres of different trails, the options are endless and it's a great way to get out and enjoy the scenery of the Coast with family and friends.
Southward Car Museum
Discover the largest private car collection in Australasia at this world-class museum on the Kāpiti Coast. The museum houses more than 450 rare and treasured vehicles of all descriptions. The museum building also houses a concert hall that regularly holds events.
Coastlands Aquatic Centre
Whether you're looking for swimming lessons or to be swim fit, our Coastlands Aquatic Centre caters for all ages and aquatic abilities. It has a translucent roof, which creates the feeling of swimming in an outdoor pool while generating heat and reducing energy costs.
