Tatapouri Bay

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Oceanfront accommodation in Gisborne
Oceanfront accommodation in gisborne
Glamping tent by the beach
A spectacular location
Aerial view
View of the location
Stunning seaside location
View across the water to the accommodation
Sunrise from the bell tent
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Glamping tent by the beach
A spectacular location
Aerial view

  • Friendly family-run park right by the beach with stunning ocean views
  • A 15-minute drive to Gisborne; an hour to Rere Rock Slide Waterfall
  • Café, dog park and playground on site; boat tour operator next door
You know you’ve hit a sweet spot when your hosts describe themselves as ‘Camp Mum and Dad’… and that’s exactly the role owners Nathan and Shanti have taken on at Tatapouri by the Sea, making sure they give a truly warm welcome to everyone that comes to stay at this gorgeous Gisborne seaside spot. And gorgeous it really is… right on the oceanfront, with direct access to the beach and a backdrop of green hills it’s a spectacular place in which to settle down for a few days of seaside relaxation. The city of Gisborne is about 15 minutes’ drive away, and there are plenty of beaches, wineries and other attractions to explore around the area – but then again, you may well find yourselves spending rather a lot of time simply chilling out at the park during your stay here. And if you do choose to take that option, surely no one would blame you – you’ll get to watch the world’s first sunrise before spending the day simply soaking up the seaside atmosphere, perhaps dropping into the café from time to time to refuel with locally roasted coffee or real fruit ice creams. Nathan and Shanti have built this place up into something special since moving here in April 2019, and they’ve also been able to install plenty of useful amenities for guests, including a playground to keep the kids busy, a dog park where your four-legged friends can run about, and a launderette and bathrooms to help keep everyone and everything clean.

Campground type

Tent sites 19
Caravan sites 10
RV & Motorhome sites 10
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 13
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 30 consecutive nights.

Languages spoken

English

French

Site types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Road trip.…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Podlifes camping pod

Liked: Road trip.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Wonderful campsite, great amenities and location. Was dog friendly and had morning…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: Wonderful campsite, great amenities and location. Was dog friendly and had morning yoga on the weekends. Really nice vibe.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great staff, great facilities, awesome views. Only left yesterday and already planing…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass caravan site

Liked: Great staff, great facilities, awesome views.
Only left yesterday and already planing our next stay there

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby

Location

Tatapouri Bay

516 Whangara Road

Gisborne

Gisborne District

New Zealand

4073

Directions

Timezone

Pacific/Auckland NZST (GMT+12:00)

GPS

-38.647°N
178.14338°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

The Gisborne area is perhaps best known as a food and wine hotspot – and there are plenty of places around here where you can sample some of the area’s bounty. Bushmere Estate (25 minutes’ drive) and Matawhero Wines (half an hour) are among the best-rated wineries to visit, with Sunshine Brewery (15 minutes) providing tours for those of you that prefer a beer or two. Meanwhile, your knowledgeable hosts can provide all the insider info about local restaurants. And you may also have noticed that the coastline is pretty stunning here, with several stunning beaches and cliff views to visit within a few minutes’ drive. If you’d like to throw a bit more activity into your seaside days, you can sign up for surf lessons in Gisborne (15 minutes) or just head next door to Dive Tatapouri to organise boat tours and stingray experiences. It’s not all about the coast, though, so it’s worth planning a trip inland at least once – a real highlight being the Rere Rock Slide Waterfall (an hour), where you can slide down the falls on a rubber tube or boogie board if you’re feeling adventurous.

Offers

Conditions apply - see site type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Tatapouri Bay have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Tatapouri Bay dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Tatapouri Bay? The Gisborne area is perhaps best known as a food and wine hotspot – and there are plenty of places around here where you can sample some of the area’s bounty. Bushmere … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Tatapouri Bay?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Tatapouri Bay? From $24.76 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.