Back at the Muriwai gannet colony 🐦—it’s amazing how organized they are! Every nest perfectly spaced like they’ve planned it together. Nature’s teamwork at its finest 💛🌊 | ARCC Daily

Muriwai New Zealand Kite Boarders Kite Surfing spring springtime drone photos videos ANZAC Whangaparaoa Peninsula bay shore beach north island Auckland bay of whales

Muriwai New Zealand Kite Boarders Kite Surfing spring springtime drone photos videos ANZAC Whangaparaoa Peninsula bay shore beach north island Auckland bay of whales

🌋✨ Check out the stunning black sand beaches of Muriwai, New Zealand! 🖤 We’re still shocked — and shook — by the beauty and remoteness of this secluded, almost desolate beach. It truly feels like another world. 🌍 The volcanic sand, rugged cliffs, and powerful waves make this one of the most dramatic coastlines anywhere. 🌊🇳🇿 Perfect for long walks, reflection, and soaking in the raw beauty of nature. 🌅 Travel with Matthew & Marji — your luxury, custom, and group travel experts. ✈️🌍 Matthe

Muriwai Beach in Auckland New Zealand

The Muriwai Gannet Colony🇳🇿 It is one of New Zealand's few mainland gannet colonies, featuring over 1,200 nests, and is most active from August to March when the birds are nesting and raising chicks. Visitors can access viewing platforms via a short walkway from the car park at Maukatia Point, which offer spectacular views of the coastline and the gannets. #muriwaigannets #muriwaibeach | Sarhento Sandalan

The Muriwai gannet colony is one of only three mainland colonies in New Zealand, with up to 2,000 birds nesting on the cliffs and offshore islands from August to March. Fun fact: they fly at speeds of up to 145 km/h, with chicks migrating over 2,000 km to Australia before returning at 3-7 years old to breed. #muriwaibeach | Eldheza Sualog-Tejada