The name comes from the Maori language and means "gathering of light". It's longs sandy beach is home to New Zealand's largest weekly open waters swimming event, The Summer Swim Series. The area is also very popular for water sports and boating. There is a public boat ramp at the beach, public transit bus stops steps away and loads of street parking.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

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• Swim Guide - Weather and water quality for Kohimarama Beach and 8,000 other beaches.