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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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It's been a phenomenal start to the season 🙌 See you all again this weekend from 8am-2pm ☕️
Seeking stallholders for our upcoming Pre Christmas Makers Market! 🖼️ Any local crafty people or those selling products/clothing etc. Please get in touch with us to confirm your spot as spaces quickly filled at the last one. The date is set for the 14th December, more details to come on the poster 😍 To express interest please email info@tatapouri.co.nz with your details 🙏
The world's first sunrise is best witnessed from our hot tub, then again we are bias 😉
Mmm, how good to have our bagels back 😋 Let the long weekend begin! Café Hours - Sat/Sun - 8am-2pm Monday - 8am - 12pm 📸 @ellenmarytaylor
All smiles round here as we welcome you back to our beachfront café “The Tata” this weekend🌞 See from 8am-2pm for all your favourite treats by the beach 🙌 🧘‍♀️ Ps. Sunrise yoga is back too! Starting at 7am, BYO mat and $10 for the instructor 😊
Another amazing Yoga Day is complete thanks to you beautiful beings 🌞 Thanks to all of those that joined us on the weekend 🙏 A special mention to our multi-talented staff that offer far beyond their roles here at the camp. 🌸 Natali - Certified Ayurveda coach and yoga instructor 🌷 Tati - Event management, yoga + Acro instructor 🌼 Maria - Meditation, yoga, reiki and astrology Blessed to have you with us ✨
Beach days are upon us 🌞 Here's one of our favourite views just over the hill. We can't wait to spend another summer season with you all 🤗
Any books you've been trying to finish? This is the place for it 😉
Peachy skies from a beach nearby 🌅
What started as mostly glamping tents along the oceanfront has slowly evolved to more weather prone options (Tiny home/Cabins) 😅 We will still be offering the glamping experience this summer but for a more limited timeframe. Be sure to book well in advance if you want to secure your space in one of these beauties 🙌
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