Kapiti Local Information

Peka Peka Beach is a long sandy beach, part of a long coastline stretching from Waikanae River to Otaki River. You can walk many kilometres of uninterrupted coast. The northern part of Peka Peka Beach is accepted as a clothes optional beach. The beach is safe for swimming.

Local Venues

Waikanae Village - local shops, café, bakeries, restaurants, beach, Mahara Art Gallery. 10 min drive.

Paraparaumu Town - large shopping area, train stop, airport, restaurants and takeaway outlets. 15 min drive.

Otaki Town - outlet shops including Icebreaker Clothing. 15 min drive.

Southward Car Museum - world famous. 10 min drive.

Stephan's Restaurant - Swiss European - 20 min drive.

Rumours Restaurant - French European. Main Road, Waikanae. 10 min drive.

Drift Café - Waikanae Beach Café - 10 min drive.

Harrisons Garden World Café - 5 min walk on Peka Peka Road.

Other Local Restaurants

Nature Coast Information

Department of Conservation Local Walking Tracks

Bicycle tours - we have some bicycles available for local touring and trips to the beach. We charge a small fee.

Wellington Venues

Wellington Tourism Site - local attractions

Te Papa Tongarewa - Museum of New Zealand