Unless you drive to the north end of Cloudy Bay Te Koko O Kupe, you will never notice this walkway to tiny Te Ana-o-Rongomaipapa Bay (Monkey Bay). Climb the short staircase and look back for an amazing view across the bay on a nice day. Then, walk down to the small bay from the viewpoint. It does have a steep drop, so take care.
At the bottom, there is a narrow tunnel that you may be able to get through safely at low tide. The bay is not a place to hang out, and, unusual in New Zealand, there is even the odd bit of graffiti.
There is also a short track to another cave entrance just behind the car park. A bit back from the car park is another track that gives access to Pukatea / Whites Bay, the next and more substantial bay around the coast.
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