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Drive in and pull up to beachfront paradise at Tatapouri Bay. A place of community, natural beauty and personal touches to help you feel at home. Where you can sit back, relax and savour the day your way.


  • Location is absolute beachfront
  • Flat, grassy, spacious area to park campervan, RV or caravan
  • Access to communal bathrooms, kitchen, and laundry
  • BBQ area nearby
  • Extra vehicles, trailers or boats by arrangement
  • Pet-friendly by arrangement (check out our dog policy)

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Facilities

Wi-Fi

If you need to access wi-fi, Tatapouri Bay offers free and unlimited access.

Kindly note we are located in an isolated area, with not phone coverage. Which means everyone will be using same wifi.

Oceanfront café

Open during the spring and summer season, enjoy a taste of Tatapouri Bay with great coffee and treats.

Currently working hours:

Saturday and Sunday: 8am to 2pm.

 

Children’s playground

Tatapouri Bay is a natural playground for all ages to enjoy but littlies can also discover swings and slides at our children’s playground.

Disability access

There is a shower and toilet available with disability access in the main facilities.

Recycling station

We are strong believers in doing our part to protect our beautiful whenua (land). You can help us by recycling paper, plastic, glass and aluminium at our on-site recycling station.

Boat ramp

Launch ready and anchors aweigh. Boaties headed out for some offshore fun have access to an on-site boat ramp. Just remember to have your safety gear and life vests on board.

BBQ facilities

Cook up some local kiwi kai (food) over the barbie and enjoy the beach vibes to the fullest. It is located in the main facilities and it is first come, first serve.

Toilet & Showers

You’ll be stoked to know hot showers come at no additional cost. That being said, we trust you’ll remain conservative in your precious water usage.

Laundry room

Two coin-operated commercial washing machines & dryer are available. A laundry line with pegs is available to hang washing outside –for the love of crisp, sun-kissed washing.

Price: $4 dollar. Machine only accept $1 dollar and $2 dollar coin. You can cash out at reception in case you need coins.

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“Great guys running this family friendly, casual motorcamp. Good facilities and right on the beach. I appreciate the hard work that has gone into upgrading recently.”

Michelle Hewson, Google

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"Staying here is an incredible experience - there's something about it that’s regenerating, great for the soul" - Guest Review
Happy Mother's Day 💓 We feel lucky to host families making precious memories 🤗
Solo vacations are an act of self-appreciation 🙏🏼 A time to rest and a time reflect ✍️
The glow of Gisborne is something we never take for granted 🌞 This stretch of coastline has certainly got to be one of our favourites.
Picture yourself 🙌 Totally relaxed, without a care in the world, right here 😌
"Howdy" from the neighbours 👋 There's something about horses grazing by the beach that is extra magic ✨
Reminiscing on our last café weekend 🌞
The Autumn swells are upon us 🏄‍♀️ This is the perfect time to plan a Surfaction in Gisborne 😉
End of Season Vibes 🌞 These three legends have conquered another summer at Tatapouri and we couldn't feel luckier to have them ❤️ You go girls.
Once upon a time, our Glamping Tents made up our entire beachfront accomodation. Guests came from far and wide to experience their unique offering 🙌 Today we have two that remain, still just as charming to stay in over the summer season. 📸 Kayla Drinkwater ⛺️ @bluebohemiantents
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