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Te Arai Beach is located on the South Pacific Ocean and it is in the 22th place out of 76 beaches in the Northland region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Te Arai Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Forestry Beach, which has a rating of 7.3.
Te Arai Beach (Northland) is located outside the Mangawhai settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the North island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Te Arai Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise water
Mangawhai Heads 1.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Langs Beach 0.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Waipu Cove 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Omaha 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Tawharanui 3.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Ruakaka Beach 0.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Urquharts Bay 1.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Ocean Beach 0.1 km
What to do in Te Arai Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Te Arai Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
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The coastline of Te Arai Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Te Arai Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Te Arai Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Te Arai Beach are usually strong.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Te Arai Beach for swimming is positive.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The region of the Te Arai Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Te Arai Beach.
There are 48 places to stay in the Te Arai Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Te Arai Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Te Arai Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
The month with the highest temperature in Te Arai Beach is February. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 20°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 15°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Te Arai Beach (North island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Te Arai Beach (North island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Hihi 0.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Port Puponga 5.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Auckland 5.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Auckland 7.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Lyttelton 5.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Hahei 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Te Henga Bethells Beach 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque
Hahei 1.8 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Sandymount 4.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water
Curio Bay 0.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble
Fletcher Bay 0.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Pounawea 2.9 km
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