The new zealand beaches are many, and the good news for beach lovers is that you are never more than 80 miles from the coast wherever you might find yourself in this beautiful country. New zealand has more than 9,000 miles of coastline, making it a premier destination for beachgoers. Its such a shame, as its a region with so much to offer and lots of hidden gems. Secluded beachesyou may well be the only one there depending on the time of year. Affordable and search from millions of royalty free images, photos and vectors. At the beach is a delightful introduction to the natural history of the nz seashore with. Nudist beaches are popular all over the world now and new zealand is no different, in fact you will be amazed how many nudist or clothing optional beaches there are in new zealand. Once you get to the carpark, it takes 30 minutes to walk there, but its one of the most stunning hidden beaches in new zealand so the walk is worth it. For the third year in a row, tripadvisor has named mt maunganuis main beach as the best in new zealand. The citys central business district cbd is located on the south side of waitemata harbour a. Hot pools, secluded beaches, and rapids are only a portion of what water uses will find in new zealand.
Nude beaches auckland is the only really large city in new zealand, with a metro area of nearly 1. Onetangi is a beautiful beach situated on beautiful onetangi bay, waiheke island the third most inhabited island in new zealand, after the north and south islands. It lies between cape kidnappers to the north, and waimarama beach to the south. Though many factors can come into play when choosing your beach destination, the beach weather will often be a deciding factor. Timaru is one of new zealand s often forgotten seaside settlements that includes a working port close to the cbd, the famous caroline bay and the lesser known patiti point, a shingle beach at the. See more ideas about new zealand beach, surfing and new zealand. Northlands tutukaka coast is famed for its plethora of stunning beaches and matapouri bay, a tenminute drive from tutukaka, northeast of the northland city of whangarei, is a slice of new zealand paradise. Top 10 beaches in new zealand new zealand travel channel. While new zealand isnt typically associated as a beach holiday destination there are plenty of beaches worth visiting while traveling. Day 17 today, your new zealand adventure comes to an end. The beaches on this map fall loosely into two categories.
Takapuna beach on the north shore is one of the safest beaches in auckland to swim at. Nz frenzy south island new zealand 3rd edition scott r cook on. A quick glance at the map of new zealand shows that both the north and south islands are surrounded by water, meaning there are thousands of miles of new zealand. You can book new zealand vacation packages that feature visits to some of the best beaches in new zealand, or you can choose to visit a few of them on your own.
New zealand is a winner during summer december to february, but summer is peak season and school. Do you want to lie on the beach and catch some rays. A guide to wellingtons beaches my guide wellington. Best beaches in the united states travelers choice awards. Nude beaches in new zealand a comprehensive guide to new. For allround information and advice, check out lonely planets travel with children. Once your sightseeing is complete, return to auckland on the ferry and enjoy your last dinner in new zealand at one of the renowned restaurants along the viaduct.
A very curious place, curio bay has a fossil forest that dates back to the jurassic period. Top 10 finalists named for nzs best beach nz herald. When people think of new zealand, many conjure up images of impressive mountain scenery, crystal clear lakes and rivers, rugged costline and rolling countryside. New zealand has some of the finest coastline in the world, with many spectacular beaches and coves. Use the directory below or the swim guide map to explore beaches, rivers, and lakes monitored by new zealands 16 regional councils and unitary authorities. From black sand beaches, to quiet, soft and sandy stretches, the beaches in new zealand have it all. Whether you prefer active adventures like surfing and kayaking, or tranquil days soaking up the sun with a backdrop of the worlds most beautiful scenery, new zealands diverse beach culture is worth a top spot on your vacation todo list. At its beachfront location, the white morph offers a range of accommodation, including fivestar premium spa studios and fourstar garden studios and family units. New zealand has an exceptionally long coastline compared to the size of the country over 15,000 km which makes it almost the same size as the mainland usas coastline. Popular nude beaches a reasonable number of people including families on any warm sunny day. Nude beaches in new zealand new zealand lonely planet. The 10 best south island beaches with photos tripadvisor. Its home to a small town settlement with the same name, which was built around the 1920s and was once the.
The 10 best new zealand beach resorts may 2020 with prices. As a group of islands in the far southwest pacific ocean, new zealand has a. Return home knowing youve experienced the very best new zealand has to offer. New zealand has over 15,000 kilometres of coastline, and the capital city certainly makes good use of its share. At the very end of the road, park your car and enjoy a 10minute walk. As it is generally warmer than the south island, the north island beaches are also more suitable for swimming and sunbathing.
From sheltered sandy beaches, rugged clifflined fiords, the geography of new zealands coastline is as diverse as. New zealand and the sea bwb bridget williams books. With 15,000km of coastline, kiwis are spoilt for choice when it comes to great beaches. Top 10 beach hotels and campsites on new zealands north. Oct 25, 2014 bonus the 5 best beaches near auckland.
New zealand has an extraordinarily extended coastline in comparison to the size of new zealand itself. Even though new zealand is only about the same size as california, it is surrounded on all sides by sea and the coastline is extremely irregular and indented. Think only australia can lay claim to the best sand and surf combos down under. The new zealand good beach guide combines hundreds. Piha is the countrys most famous surfing beach as well as one of the best new zealand beaches. Nude beaches a comprehensive guide to new zealands nude. Apr 18, 2014 its widely known that new zealand is a country full of natural beauty. But the search for new zealands best beach is also a great opportunity to reinforce important messages about water safety, and the responsibility we. Location great, 10 mins walk from town, across road from shingle beach with good surf. Fully revised and updated, this is the ultimate guide to the new zealand seashore. Visitors, mainly hawkes bay locals, enjoy it as a seaside recreational. Relax and enjoy unwavering attention to detail, award winning architecture and impeccable decor in new zealands finest private properties. From white sand and still azure waters, to black sand, waves and rip currents theres something for everyone. As his first novel, hulme takes the reader to the south island of new zealand and along the stunning beaches of the west coast.
The lifesize guide to the new zealand beach by andrew crowe. Northlands beaches northland is so close to those who live or visit auckland, but for some reason few people really scratch the surface. Even though new zealand is only about the same size as california, it is surrounded on all sides by sea and the coastline is extremely. Waipiro bay is located 103 kilometres 64 miles from gisborne, making it one of the first places in new zealand and the world. Ocean beach is a long beach of golden sand in the hastings district of the hawkes bay region, on the east coast of new zealand.
The majority of beaches are clean and fit for many recreational activities. Great for a decent run, body surfing, boogie boarding and for our. The 10 best new zealand beach resorts may 2020 with. New zealand is also where i got my start as a freelance writer and digital nomad, so i know from experience that its a great place to blog while being in paradise. White sand, rugged coastlines, the works these are the beaches that travelers say are the worlds best. But the search for new zealand s best beach is also a great opportunity to reinforce important messages about water safety, and the responsibility we all share to care for our beaches and waterways. Below we have listed the top 10 beaches in new zealand. Ocean beach has a small population, mainly of maori ethnicity. Find new zealand beaches for sea glass reports and photos to help you decide which beach to go to north island, south island, wellington. One of the bestkept secrets in the whangarei area is smugglers cove.
The bay is home to many beaches, so this location is best for spending a couple of days on the coast and exploring. Dec 27, 2012 kaikoura, new zealand is a little beachside town located about a two hour drive north of christchurch. Ive personally been to every beach, every hot spring. From white sand and still azure waters, to black sand, waves and rip currents. What is the best place to live in new zealand if you enjoy. Our kids had a blast at scarborough park which is further up past the beach at the end of the peninsular, fantastic, large, modern and interesting playground and a splash. Just remember that since new zealand is located in the southern hemisphere, the new. Kaikoura used to be a sleepy crayfish fishing town, but its beauty of ocean and mountains couldnt be kept a secret forever and the past couple of decades have seen its tourism increase at a rapid pace.
Kaikoura, new zealand is a little beachside town located about a two hour drive north of christchurch. We designed this new zealand beach resorts vacation for an active couple from chicago who wanted to get a true feel for new zealands great outdoors. Timaru is one of new zealands often forgotten seaside settlements that includes a working port close to the cbd, the famous caroline bay and the lesser known patiti point, a shingle beach at the. The first and only complete reference guide to the new zealand coastline, published by clean media and due out in spring 2011. Everybody will have an opinion, but our personal favourites form our list of top 10 beaches in new zealand. Mar 14, 2016 these guesthouses, apartments and pitches, all. When people think of new zealand, many conjure up images of impressive mountain scenery, crystal clear lakes and. Top 25 beaches united states yeah, we wish we were there, too. The beach is beautiful and although only just spring there were people out in the water surfing, there is a lovely raised footpath to walk along with eateries at both ends and a fab wee village tucked a bit furthe.
Best beaches in new zealand in november beachweather. From snowy mountains and glaciers, to the sun filled beaches. This has to be one of the best beaches its golden sand lots of space and you can swim and surf at this beach without to much of a worry about being dragged out great lifesavers on site swim between the flags. Feb 25, 2016 aah new zealand beaches, nothing quite like them. A favourite holiday destination for kiwis and international tourists, the sunkissed coromandel region on new zealands north island, is full to the brim with some of new zealands best beaches the only problem youll have is deciding which of these pristine places of paradise you want to visit.
They selfdrove to lakeside retreats and the best beach resorts in new zealand, stopping for plenty of adventures along the way. New zealand beach resorts vacation luxury new zealand. If youre after the kind of beach that you only ever see in the movies, you need to make the effort to visit new chums beach on the coromandel. The reason is due to the coastline being uneven and concave with numerous bays, harbours and stream.
These are the best beaches in new zealand in november, based on average sunshine, sea temperature, rainfall and temperature. New zealand is renowned for its natural beauty and in particular its stunning beaches, many of which can be enjoyed in a clothing optional way. With everything from sandy stretches along a boardwalk, perfect for people watching, to sheltered swimming beaches to lonely, rocky shores that call for exploration, wellingtons beach scene has something for everyone. While the top four new zealand beaches remained the same as 2016, there were some newcomers. Scientists have identified tree ferns, cycads and trees which resemble new zealand kauri and matai.
May 10, 2018 there are an abundance of exotic beaches in new zealand from sandy to rockstrewn. Best beaches in new zealand in november these are the best beaches in new zealand in november, based on average sunshine, sea temperature, rainfall and temperature. Finalist in the 20 new zealand post childrens book awards. With a subtropical climate, kilometres of white sandy beaches and crystal clearwaters at every turn, northland, at the top of new zealands north island, is the proud home of some of new zealands best beaches. Auckland harbour and is connected to the northern suburbs by the. Pages in category beaches of new zealand the following 20 pages are in this category, out of 20 total. Tripadvisor names best beaches in new zealand and the world. The coastal part of this horseshoeshaped bay boasts stretches of immaculate white sand and lucent blue waters and. Located on the northern side of whangarei harbor, not far from the heads, this small beach can be accessed with a short jaunt. Andrew has won numerous new zealand book awards, including the margaret mahy medal in 2009 for his overall contribution to childrens. To find the beach, follow the road to the heads and turn off at urquharts bay. A favourite holiday destination for kiwis and international tourists, the sunkissed coromandel region on new zealands north island, is full to the brim with some of new zealands best beaches the only problem youll have is deciding which of.
The best beaches in new zealand conde nast traveler. The fossilised trees you can see here were alive around 180 million years ago, when new zealand was part of the gondwanaland super continent. We always like to give you a bit more extra here at natural south so we thought we might slip in a bonus top 5 list of the best beaches near new zealands largest city auckland. This stunning, albeit small, country has so much to offer a visitor. The 10 best north island beaches with photos tripadvisor. New zealands best beaches the coromandel travel blog. Situated in the far north on the western side of doubtless bay. A number of new zealand beaches have been frequented over the years by naturists and skinny dippers and have customary nude status and as such will not attract undue attention from the prudish or nude. Its widely known that new zealand is a country full of natural beauty.
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