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Wharekura Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 17th place out of 24 beaches in the Bay of Plenty region The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need 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. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.
Wharekura Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
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.
Wharekura Beach is located in Bay of Plenty within Ohope, 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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What to do in Wharekura 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 Wharekura 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 Wharekura Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Wharekura Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Wharekura Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Wharekura Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few 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 and the entrance to the water is gentle.
The region of the Wharekura Beach 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:
Wharekura Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Wharekura Beach.
There are 51 places to stay in the Wharekura Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Wharekura Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Wharekura 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 Wharekura Beach is January. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Wharekura 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.Wharekura 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.
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