Tunnel Beach

Tunnel Beach is a scenic destination with sea-carved sandstone cliffs, rock arches, and caves. The beach is accessible through a hand-carved tunnel built in the 1870s, which descends 72 steps to the beach. The track to the beach is a popular walking excursion, offering spectacular coastal views, including a natural sandstone archway and a headland covered in critically endangered native coastal turf. Visitors can explore the rock formations, look for fossils, and enjoy the stunning views. However, swimming is not recommended due to a rip that makes it dangerous. The area is also home to a fragile ecosystem, and visitors are advised to stay on the gravel track to protect the native plants. Wildlife, such as New Zealand sea lions, can often be spotted on the beach