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Photo of Emu Bay Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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7.9

Very good

Emu Bay Beach

Emu Bay, Australia

#36 out of 102 in South Australia

7.9

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Emu Bay • 0.8 km

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About

Emu Bay Beach is located on the Great Australian Bight and it is in the 1th place out of 12 beaches in the Kangaroo Island region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue 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 not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Emu Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

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 directly on the beach.

Emu Bay Beach is located in Kangaroo Island within Emu Bay, 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 Kangaroo 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.

Weather

history

+13 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

6 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.8 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Emu Bay • 0.8 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Emu Bay • 850m

Transport

Airport

KGC • 13.3km

Bus Station

Stop 103 Aldinga Rd - North side • 95.1km

Train Station

Seaford • 99.1km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Emu Bay Beach?

The coastline of Emu Bay Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Emu Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Emu 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 Emu Bay 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.

Emu Bay Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

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

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

Is the Emu Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

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

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Emu Bay Beach?

Emu Bay Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (caravans / tent)

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Emu Bay Beach.

How far is the Emu Bay Beach from parking?

The Emu Bay 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 Emu Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Emu Bay Beach is January. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 20°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Emu Bay Beach (Kangaroo Island 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.Emu Bay Beach (Kangaroo Island 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.