Hicks Bay
New Zealand · GisborneNZ
Town in Gisborne District, New Zealand
Hicks Bay or Wharekahika is a bay and coastal area in the Gisborne District of the North Island of New Zealand. It is situated 150 km east of Ōpōtiki and 186 km north of Gisborne city, along State Highway 35 between Potaka and Te Araroa.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 180
- Coordinates
- -37.600, 178.300
- Timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Hicks Bay
Hicks Bay — a small settlement in Gisborne, New Zealand — is worth a place on your map. Its resident count stands at approximately 180. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are water sports. Seasons here follow the southern hemisphere.
Things to do in Hicks Bay
Water Sports in Hicks Bay
(2)Our data lists Bodyboard and Surf as water sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Hicks Bay.
Best time to visit Hicks Bay
Water-based activities peak in December to March, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Hicks Bay rewards a slow approach — a hub in Gisborne, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Pacific/Auckland on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Hicks Bay that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hicks Bay known for?
- Travellers associate Hicks Bay with water sports. It sits in Gisborne, New Zealand and counts about 180 residents.
- What can you do in Hicks Bay?
- Hicks Bay is tagged with Bodyboard and Surf, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Hicks Bay?
- Water-based activities peak in December to March, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Hicks Bay located?
- Hicks Bay belongs to Gisborne, New Zealand, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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