Walk the Black Sands of Piha Beach

Overview

Beaches don't need sparkling white shorelines to be beautiful. Don't believe us? Take a trip to Piha Beach to discover its fascinating black sand.

Originating from Mount Taranaki's volcanic rocks, this sand gets its dark tones due to its especially high iron content. Once you're done admiring the shore, consider bringing a surfboard to tackle Piha's popular waves – just mind the winter chill.