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Sandfly Bay Beach
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Sandfly Bay Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 19th place out of 30 beaches in the Otago region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine 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.
Sandfly Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Allans Beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Sandfly Bay Beach (Otago) is located outside the Pukehiki 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 South 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 Sandfly Bay 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.
User reviews
"Unfortunately some people don‘t respect the wilderness and get too close to the WILD animals. Just for a photo that no one is interested in. Even when sleeping, a sea lion is an animal which killed several human in the past. It is always the same. When something happens because of the stupidity of people the crying and blaming of the animals begins.
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Stefan
"Enjoyed a walk along the white sandy beach. Saw several sea lions hanging around so we have to keep distance and avoid disturbing them.
Trekking up to the mountain top can be quite difficult with the steep path and very fine sand going through the shoes. Waterproof shoes are helpful."
Barbara Aritao
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"Unfortunately some people don‘t respect the wilderness and get too close to the WILD animals. Just for a photo that no one is interested in. Even when sleeping, a sea lion is an animal which killed several human in the past. It is always the same. When something happens because of the stupidity of people the crying and blaming of the animals begins.
On sandfly bay visitors ..."
Stefan
"Enjoyed a walk along the white sandy beach. Saw several sea lions hanging around so we have to keep distance and avoid disturbing them.
Trekking up to the mountain top can be quite difficult with the steep path and very fine sand going through the shoes. Waterproof shoes are helpful."
Barbara Aritao
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Sandfly Bay Beach?
The Sandfly Bay Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Sandfly Bay Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sandfly Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Sandfly Bay Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Sandfly Bay Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
Is the Sandfly Bay Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Sandfly Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of Sandfly Bay Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. 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:
- On the territory of the national park / reserve
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sandfly Bay Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sandfly Bay Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Sandfly Bay Beach?
There are 133 places to stay in the Sandfly Bay Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Sandfly Bay Beach include:
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How far is the Sandfly Bay Beach from parking?
The Sandfly Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.
What is the best time of the year to visit Sandfly Bay Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Sandfly Bay Beach is February. Its average value reaches 16°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 10°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Sandfly Bay Beach (South 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.Sandfly Bay Beach (South 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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