Covetrip / Beach / Ahipara, Northland, New Zealand

Shipwreck Bay

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Shipwreck Bay is at Ahipara, Northland, New Zealand in Northland, New Zealand.

Surf beach at the southern end of Ninety Mile Beach. 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

Rough

Waves

3.92 m

Shoreline

site.features.sand

Region

Northland

Country

New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Shipwreck Bay?

Ahipara, Northland, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Northland, 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°

13°

Wind 39 km/h

UV index 7

21/09

15°

13°

Wind 21 km/h

UV index 7

22/09

17°

13°

Wind 38 km/h

UV index 6

23/09

15°

11°

Wind 33 km/h

UV index 7

24/09

14°

10°

Wind 27 km/h

UV index 7

25/09

14°

9°

Wind 23 km/h

UV index 6

26/09

15°

13°

Wind 29 km/h

UV index 6

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan

20.7°

Feb

20.5°

Mar

19.8°

Apr

19.6°

May

18°

Jun

17.1°

Jul

15.7°

Aug

15°

Sep

15.4°

Oct

17°

Nov

18.9°

Dec

19.7°

Places to stay nearby

Shipwreck Bay

At a glance

Frequently asked questions

Where is Shipwreck Bay?

What type of shore is it?

Which region is it in?

Is it good for swimming?

How do I find nearby hotels?

7-day forecast

Best season to swim

Places to stay nearby

Ahipara TOP 10 Holiday Park

Coastal Haven

Bach At 45

Ahipara Bay Motel

Endless Summer Lodge

The Huts

AHIPARA GOLDENSANDs

Ahipara Beach Pad

Ahipara Beach Front

Mukies Foreshore 2

Tìm khách sạn ở Ahipara

Ahipara Hideaway