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Covetrip / Beach / Maketu, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Maketu Beach

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Maketu Beach is at Maketu, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Historic coastal village beach east of Papamoa. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

CoveTrip lists verified coastal places with practical details for travellers comparing New Zealand beaches.

At a glance

Water temperature
15 °C
Sea state
Moderate
Waves
0.88 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Bay of Plenty
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Maketu Beach?

Maketu, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; NZ beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

20/09
16°
8°
Wind 38 km/h
UV index 6
21/09
16°
6°
Wind 27 km/h
UV index 6
22/09
19°
10°
Wind 29 km/h
UV index 6
23/09
15°
7°
Wind 17 km/h
UV index 6
24/09
14°
3°
Wind 19 km/h
UV index 6
25/09
16°
4°
Wind 19 km/h
UV index 6
26/09
16°
6°
Wind 22 km/h
UV index 2

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
21.2°
Feb
22°
Mar
20.8°
Apr
19.3°
May
17°
Jun
15.7°
Jul
14.1°
Aug
13.8°
Sep
14.9°
Oct
16.1°
Nov
18.8°
Dec
20.5°

Beaches nearby

Less than 30 minutes by car.

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Omanu Beach

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