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Glenduan Beach
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Glenduan Beach is located on the Cook Strait (part of Pacific ocean) and it is in the 4th place out of 4 beaches in the Nelson region The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Glenduan 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.
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 Glenduan Beach II, which has a rating of 6.8.
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Glenduan Beach is located in Nelson region (Folly island sub-region) within Todds Valley, 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 South 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.
User reviews
"The beach was pleasant and sunny, with a beautiful blue hue on a perfect day. Although it wasn't a sandy beach, it was still a part of Boulder Bank. There were amenities such as seats, a playground, and toilets. It is located to the east of Nelson, offering a refreshing change of scenery."
Jocelyn Turner
"Nelson's beach is the perfect spot for contemplation, leisurely walks with your furry friend or little ones. Every now and then, we've been fortunate enough to catch glimpses of dolphins, whales, and seals in this area. There's an abundance of seabirds and wildlife to observe. However, swimming can be a bit of a challenge due to the waves and rocks. It's worth noting that th..."
Kai Anderson
User reviews
"The beach was pleasant and sunny, with a beautiful blue hue on a perfect day. Although it wasn't a sandy beach, it was still a part of Boulder Bank. There were amenities such as seats, a playground, and toilets. It is located to the east of Nelson, offering a refreshing change of scenery."
Jocelyn Turner
"Nelson's beach is the perfect spot for contemplation, leisurely walks with your furry friend or little ones. Every now and then, we've been fortunate enough to catch glimpses of dolphins, whales, and seals in this area. There's an abundance of seabirds and wildlife to observe. However, swimming can be a bit of a challenge due to the waves and rocks. It's worth noting that th..."
Kai Anderson
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Glenduan Beach?
The beachline of Glenduan Beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Glenduan Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Glenduan 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 Glenduan Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
Glenduan Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Glenduan 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 pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Glenduan Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
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.
What are the key audiences of Glenduan Beach?
Glenduan Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Glenduan Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Glenduan Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Glenduan Beach?
There are 154 places to stay in the Glenduan Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Glenduan Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Glenduan Beach from parking?
The Glenduan 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Glenduan Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Glenduan Beach is January. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 11°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Glenduan 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.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Glenduan Beach (South island) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Glenduan Beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.
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