Photo of Sandy Bay with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Sandy Bay with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Sandy Bay with long straight shore

Photo of Sandy Bay with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Sandy Bay located in natural area

Photo of Sandy Bay - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.1

Very good

Sandy Bay

Exmouth, Australia

#68 out of 284 in Western Australia

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Kite or windsurfing Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Yardie Homestead • 41.8 km

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Tourist Attraction Mandu Mandu Gorge

9.9km

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About

Sandy Bay is located on the Indian Ocean and it is in the 3th place out of 11 beaches in the Exmouth Shire region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Sandy 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. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Sandy Bay (Exmouth Shire) is located outside the Yardie Homestead 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 sunny coast 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 Sandy Bay 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.

Located outside the settlement

Yardie Homestead • 41.8 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Mandu Mandu Gorge

9.9km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

What to do in Sandy Bay? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Sandy Bay welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Localities

Nearest

Yardie Homestead • 41.8km

Transport

Airport

LEA • 25.3km

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8.1 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.1 Very good

Alan Brayne

10 Exceptional

Beautiful, picturesque beach. Calm waters for swimming.

aqib khan

10 Exceptional

What a sickening surprise. The clearest, turquoise water, perfect for fishing and swimming. It is tough to choose between all of the beautiful bays because there are so many. To see everything there is to see in the national park, you should try to spend at least a week there. If you want to spend the night in the national park, you should book your campsite as soon as possible because they fill up quickly. You also have the option of staying in Exmouth and commuting each day. I wouldn't want to miss out!

B B

10 Exceptional

Such a beautiful beach had it ourselves for a few hours 🩵🩵🏖️

Scott 5297

10 Exceptional

Unbelievable huge sea of pale blue, crystal clear water. I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a nice beach

Richard Mead

10 Exceptional

Better than one could have imagined. Turquoise Bay is TOTALLY overrated and jam packed, whist a couple of coves further along and you have this GEM of a cove/bay. Plenty of beach, plenty of water and not overcrowded. Sublime!! Don't just settle for Turquoise and Oyster Bays... so much better!!

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sandy Bay?

The Sandy Bay is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Sandy Bay?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sandy Bay, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day. The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.

The Sandy Bay is also suitable for the following water activities:

The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.
Kite and windsurfing

Is the Sandy Bay good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Sandy Bay is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Sandy Bay for swimming is very positive.

Is the Sandy Bay 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 very smooth.

Is the Sandy Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Sandy Bay is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sandy Bay?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sandy Bay.

How far is the Sandy Bay from parking?

The Sandy 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.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sandy Bay (Shire Of Exmouth) 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.Sandy Bay (Shire Of Exmouth) 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.