KiteGlobeMuriwai
Muriwai is a kiteboarding spot near Auckland (North Island) in New Zealand, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SE, S, SW, W, NW wind, best ridden in June, July, August, September.
| Country | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Auckland (North Island) |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | SE, S, SW, W, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | -36.8279, 174.4257 |
About Muriwai
Recommended for intermediate to advanced riders, competent in most conditions.. The waves are generally pretty big and heavy. Waves break about 3-500m offshore and re-form on the inside which provides some good shallow flat water areas between the broken waves. Caution there are some very strong currents and rips at this beach, if you drop your kite in the surf, you need to be very competent at a quick relaunch or ditch your gear if it gets caught by a wave - a kitesurfer and numerous fisherman have drowned here. Not recommended for beginners. Don't kite between the Surf Lifeguard Flags!
When is the best time to kitesurf at Muriwai?
The best time to kite Muriwai is June, July, August, September, when the SE, S, SW, W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Muriwai offers open ocean conditions with SE, S, SW, W, NW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Muriwai?
From Auckland City, take the North Western Motorway until it runs out, continue throught the roundabout to Kumeu, turn left at Waimauku at the sign that says `Muriwai`. Follow this round until the end and you are there. Gotta take a car.
Hazards at Muriwai
Currents, None.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.