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Otautu Bay is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 16th place out of 43 beaches in the Waikato region The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, among the mountains.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Otautu Bay 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, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
Otautu Bay is located in Waikato within Colville, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the North island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light sand & pebble
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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble
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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Whangapoua 0.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Matarangi 1.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Kuaotunu 0.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted
Otama 1.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Wharekaho 2.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Ferry Landing 1.6 km
What to do in Otautu Bay? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Otautu Bay can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Otautu Bay. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Otautu Bay implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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Otautu Bay has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Otautu Bay, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Otautu Bay is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Otautu Bay does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are some boats in the bay.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
The region of the Otautu Bay is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
Otautu Bay can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Otautu Bay.
There are 5 places to stay in the Otautu Bay area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Otautu Bay include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Otautu Bay 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.
Otautu Bay (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.Otautu Bay (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, Picturesque
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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Hihi 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Auckland 7.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Auckland 5.2 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, Bright sand
Pounawea 2.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand
Torrent Bay 0.2 km
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