Waipu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

New Zealand Glowworms in Waipu Cave, Shutterstock ID 1037365315, Purchase Order: SP-1845, Order Number: SP-1845 ANZ-18140 WOTIF INSIDER BLOG, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Manoj Rawat
New Zealand Glowworms in Waipu Cave, Shutterstock ID 1037365315, Purchase Order: SP-1845, Order Number: SP-1845 ANZ-18140 WOTIF INSIDER BLOG, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Manoj Rawat
Come to the Uretiti Beach camp! You get to wake up to beautiful sights like these. The staff are extremely nice, the facilities are very well looked after, and the New Year's party is, as the kids call, "lit". Although, it's up to you as to whether you'd want your kids at the party or not.
Glow worm gave, you will have to go trough a little river, no guide free entrance, bring a torch!
The incredible Waipu Caves, Northland, New Zealand. This is at the entrance to the large cave.

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Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5

Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5

Waipu Northland
The price is NZ$234 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$234
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Waipu. Enjoy a garden, patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Lang's Beach are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
The place is nice and tidy. Nice small little touches from the Host. Not too far from Waipu town and Cove, 10min and 15min drive. The Tub is so nice over the night sky and stars. Would Highly recommend a stay here.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5
Riverfront Cottage Waipu

Riverfront Cottage Waipu

Waipu Northland
The price is NZ$205 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$205
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Waipu. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Waipu Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
Responsive and friendly host. All the amenities we needed for a long weekend. Great location for the beach (Waipu Cove), or visiting Waipu. Kids loved being close to the river and estuary.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Riverfront Cottage Waipu
Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu Cove Resort

3 out of 5
891 Cove Rd Waipu Northland
The price is NZ$259 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$259
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Waipu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Lang's Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
Great resort near a beautiful beach. We were in town visiting friends. The resort was perfect for us. The one bedroom unit allowed us to have the extra space we desired and great common areas. Very nice pool!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Waipu Cove Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5

Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5

Waipu Northland
Stay at this cabin in Waipu. Enjoy a garden, patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Lang's Beach are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
The place is nice and tidy. Nice small little touches from the Host. Not too far from Waipu town and Cove, 10min and 15min drive. The Tub is so nice over the night sky and stars. Would Highly recommend a stay here.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5
Riverfront Cottage Waipu

Riverfront Cottage Waipu

Waipu Northland
Stay at this holiday home in Waipu. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Waipu Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
Responsive and friendly host. All the amenities we needed for a long weekend. Great location for the beach (Waipu Cove), or visiting Waipu. Kids loved being close to the river and estuary.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Riverfront Cottage Waipu
Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu Cove Resort

3 out of 5
891 Cove Rd Waipu Northland
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Waipu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Lang's Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
Great resort near a beautiful beach. We were in town visiting friends. The resort was perfect for us. The one bedroom unit allowed us to have the extra space we desired and great common areas. Very nice pool!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Waipu Cove Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Waipu Caves

Explore the great outdoors at Waipu Caves, a lovely green space in Waipu. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Waipu Caves

Waipu Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Waipu Museum during your trip to Waipu. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Waipu Museum

Activities

Private 2 Hour Surf Lesson

Private 2 Hour Surf Lesson

NZ$204
per adult
Private 2 Hour Surf Lesson
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Reviews of Waipu

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 64%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 27%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent meal at Waipu Cove Restaurant

5/5 - Excellent

Gayle

Great beach for a family holiday

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Langs Beach

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