Discovered by HamishKarekare cabin in the heart of west coast

Mercer Bay Caves

Hike in Auckland
100% Recommended
Mercer Bay Caves are a difficult hike down but absolutely worth the effort. You have to make sure the tide is out.

Places To Stay Nearby

The Rimu Hut - Cosy Off-grid Bush Escape

Ararimu, Auckland • Sleeps 5
95% Recommended
$150
per night
Hamish
Story by Hamish

Treehouse with beautiful outdoor bath

Auckland • Sleeps 5
93% Recommended
$230
per night
Charlotte
Story by Charlotte

La Mar Cabin …. a Matakana Coast ocean view retreat

Big Omaha, Auckland • Sleeps 2
100% Recommended
$185
per night
Kristina
Story by Kristina

The Rimu Hut - Cosy Off-grid Bush Escape

Ararimu, Auckland • Sleeps 5
95% Recommended
$150
per night
Hamish
Story by Hamish

Treehouse with beautiful outdoor bath

Auckland • Sleeps 5
93% Recommended
$230
per night
Charlotte
Story by Charlotte

La Mar Cabin …. a Matakana Coast ocean view retreat

Big Omaha, Auckland • Sleeps 2
100% Recommended
$185
per night
Kristina
Story by Kristina

More Things To Do Nearby

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Mercer Bay loop

Auckland
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Piha beach for sunset

Auckland
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Karekare Falls

Auckland
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Mercer Bay loop

Auckland
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Piha beach for sunset

Auckland
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Karekare Falls

Auckland
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