Photo of Ganarabba Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Ganarabba Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Ganarabba Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Ganarabba Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Ganarabba Beach located in natural area

7.5

Good

Ganarabba Beach

Marion Bay, Australia

#45 out of 102 in South Australia

7.5

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Marion Bay • 8 km

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About

Ganarabba Beach is located on the Great Australian Bight and it is in the 7th place out of 17 beaches in the Yorke Peninsula region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.

Ganarabba 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.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Butlers Beach, which has a rating of 7.5.

Ganarabba Beach (Yorke Peninsula) is located outside the Marion Bay 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 Ganarabba 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.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

8.3 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Marion Bay • 8 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Marion Bay • 8km

Transport

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ORR • 56km

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David Dymock

8 Very good

Great stretch of coastline with very soft sand and gorgeous views. Note when we went there was a very agressive beehive on the path between the lookout to the beach. First time I've ever been swarmed but thankfully the ones that stung me only stung my jumper.

Sukumar Sinha

8 Very good

Not too bad. There are a lot of places better than this in York Peninsula.

Katie Jenneys

8 Very good

Great lookout. However you will need to drive on a dirt road to get here, and climb up a steep sandbank on the way back

Alok Joshi

10 Exceptional

Great spot for swim! Water was beautiful.

Mark Harman-Smith

8 Very good

Beautiful stretch of beach that has soft sand, clear waters and nobody to disturb you. Parking only allows a few cars and there are no toilets or showers nearby so make sure you pack accordingly. There also is no shelter or trees offering shade so take a umbrella or a tent.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Ganarabba Beach?

The coastline of Ganarabba 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.

What are the key activities at Ganarabba Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ganarabba 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 Ganarabba Beach good for swimming?

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

The waves in the Ganarabba Beach are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Ganarabba Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Ganarabba 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ganarabba Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Ganarabba Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ganarabba Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ganarabba Beach.

How far is the Ganarabba Beach from parking?

The Ganarabba 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 and you have to overcome a small descent.

What is the best time of the year to visit Ganarabba Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Ganarabba Beach is January. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 14°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ganarabba Beach (Yorke Peninsula Council) 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.Ganarabba Beach (Yorke Peninsula Council) 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.