About Otago

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Otago attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 30 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Otago.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Otago, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 17.
  • An important clarification, 20 beaches in the region have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Otago is less than 500 meters. 30 beaches are relatively easy to access.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Otago however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Otago?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Otago, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 30 beaches in total, of which about 16 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Otago:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Otago?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Otago, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

See also: View all beaches in Otago and create your selection by features.

How to view all beaches in Otago on map?

What are all easy accessible beaches in Otago?

Most of the beaches located in Otago are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Otago by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Otago:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Otago?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Otago?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Otago by occupancy.

Popular categories:

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Which beaches in Otago are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

How to view all beaches by amenities details in Otago?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

Popular beach infrastructure categories:

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Otago?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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