| Te Paki Sand Dunes | |
| Other Name: | Giant Sand Dunes |
| Type: | Sand dunes |
| Photo Alt: | Rocks in front of a large sand dune on a sunny day |
| Map: | New Zealand Northland#North Island#New Zealand |
| Map Alt: | The Sand Dunes are located on the northern tip of New Zealand's North Island |
| Location: | Northland, New Zealand |
| Elevation M: | 150 |
| Area: | 10km2 |
| Type: | --> |
Te Paki Sand Dunes, also called the Giant Sand Dunes, are a collection of sand dunes located on the Northland Peninsula of New Zealand. The dunes abut the Ninety Mile Beach and are a popular spot for sandboarding.
The dunes are located on the western (Tasman Sea) side of the Aupouri Peninsula and are southeast of Cape Reinga Lighthouse. They cover an area of approximately 10km (10miles) by 1km (01miles), with some individual dunes rising up to 150m (490feet).[1]
Te Paki stream runs through the area and contains many native flora and fauna.[2]
Sandsurfing is a popular activity at the dunes.[3] Guided tours around Cape Reinga often stop at the dunes to sandboard.[4]