Mount Maunganui Main Beach , New Zealand

Featuring over 74 miles of picturesque shoreline , New Zealand ’ s Coastal Bay of Plenty region is a must-visit for travelers in search of sand , surf and unbelievable scenery . And , with such a strong connection to the land and the waters that shaped it , Kiwis take their beach access seriously — for everyone . A shining example of New Zealand ’ s passion for equal beach access is Mount Maunganui Main Beach , a lengthy stretch of white sand situated at the base of the majestic Mount Maunganui , a dormant volcano cone perched at the tip of an ocean-flanked peninsula . Here , visitors , no matter their physical ability , can enjoy medium or large beach wheelchairs , an accessible changing facility , accessible picnic tables and rollout beach access mats that lead directly to the sea .

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