I’d been eyeing Homunga Bay for months. Tucked between the more famous Orokawa Bay and the farmland-draped hills beyond, it had that elusive blend of coastal wildness and remoteness that I crave in a good walk. So one summer morning, pack loaded and coffee in hand, I set off from Waihi Beach with a mission: make it to Homunga Bay, have a swim, and see what all the quiet fuss was about.
What I found exceeded my expectations. The walk itself was a rollercoaster of shady bush tracks, cliff-hugging views, and the occasional “wait, is that a goat track or the trail?” moment. And then, finally, that descent into Homunga Bay a wide sweep of sand, a waterfall whispering at the edge, and not another soul in sight.
“Homunga Bay is what I call a ‘pocket paradise’. Close enough for a day trip, remote enough to feel like an adventure.” – Sandra, Freewalks walking specialist
This isn’t a walk you stumble upon it’s one you plan for, and it rewards you for doing so. It’s a little challenging, a lot scenic, and absolutely worth the effort.
