The Kina Beach Reserve is a scenic spot on the Kina Peninsula, next to the town of Tasman on the Coastal Highway. It's a pebble beach with sandy patches and while you can go swimming there are better options in the region, but it's a great spot for strolling along the beach and gathering its 'treasures'.
Amongst mussel and snail shells you will find the skeletons of the area's name giver, the kina. Kina is the Māori name for sea urchin.
If you happen to stay at the Lina Reserve's camping ground right at the ocean, you will be greeted with a beautiful view across Tasman Bay every time you peek out of your tent or window. For a true Kiwi experience, check out the outdoor bathtub at the beach front. Fill it up, heat it with a wood fire to a cosy temperature and relax - true Kiwiana!
If you like golfing, make sure to check out the golf course on top of the cliffs, probably the most scenic one in the region!
Looking for a beach for swimming? See our guide to Nelson and Tasman beaches, for example Rabbit Island.
