Photo of Whananaki South Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Whananaki South Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Whananaki South Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Whananaki South Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Whananaki South Beach located in natural area

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7.7

Very good

Whananaki South Beach

Paetawai, New Zealand

#29 out of 76 in Northland

7.7

Very good

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

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Located outside the settlement

Whananaki South • 0.4 km

Map of beach

National Park Whale Bay

4.8km

Hiking Area Headland Track

5km

Playground Whananaki School Playground

1km

Supermarket Whananaki General Store

1km

Tourist Attraction Whananaki Horse Treks

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Sandy Bay Beach

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Moureeses Bay

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Lookout

5km

Tourist Attraction Horseshoe Bay

6.5km

Tourist Attraction Tane Moana Bush Walk

9.4km

Tourist Attraction Tane Moana Tree

9.5km

Historical Landmark Bougainville Memorial

720m

Historical Landmark Staffa Bay

4.8km

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About

Whananaki South Beach is located on the South Pacific Ocean and it is in the 29th place out of 76 beaches in the Northland region The beach is located in a natural place.

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 not crowded place during the season.

Whananaki South Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

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.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Sandy Bay Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Whananaki South Beach (Northland) is located outside the Whananaki South 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 coast of the North island 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 Whananaki South 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

7.1 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

3.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Whananaki South • 0.4 km

Map of beach

National Park Whale Bay

4.8km

Hiking Area Headland Track

5km

Playground Whananaki School Playground

1km

Supermarket Whananaki General Store

1km

Tourist Attraction Whananaki Horse Treks

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Sandy Bay Beach

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Moureeses Bay

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Lookout

5km

Tourist Attraction Horseshoe Bay

6.5km

Tourist Attraction Tane Moana Bush Walk

9.4km

Tourist Attraction Tane Moana Tree

9.5km

Historical Landmark Bougainville Memorial

720m

Historical Landmark Staffa Bay

4.8km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

The Platinum Rendezvous - Matapouri Holiday Home

5.8km from the beach

8 Very good

The Platinum Rendezvous - Matapouri Holiday Home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Whananaki South • 6.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Whananaki South • 500m

Transport

Airport

WRE • 28.7km

Bus Station

Hikurangi • 17.7km

Train Station

Hikurangi Station • 18km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Whananaki South Beach?

The coastline of Whananaki South 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 Whananaki South Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Whananaki South 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 Whananaki South 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.

Whananaki South Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Whananaki South Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Whananaki South 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 Whananaki South Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Whananaki South Beach is visited only by a few travellers. 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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Whananaki South Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Whananaki South Beach?

There are 21 places to stay in the Whananaki South Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Whananaki South Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Whananaki South Beach from parking?

The Whananaki South 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Whananaki South Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Whananaki South Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Whananaki Horse Treks located in 1.9 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Whananaki South Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Whananaki South Beach is February. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Whananaki South Beach (North 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.Whananaki South Beach (North island) 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.