Photo of Maraetai Coast Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Maraetai Coast Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Maraetai Coast Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Maraetai Coast Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

7.9

Very good

Maraetai Coast Beach

Maraetai, New Zealand

#33 out of 86 in Auckland

7.9

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Maraetai • 1.3 km

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About

Maraetai Coast Beach is located on the South Pacific Ocean and it is in the 33th place out of 86 beaches in the Auckland region The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Maraetai Coast Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

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.

7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Maraetai Beach, which has a rating of 8.4.

Maraetai Coast Beach (Auckland) is located outside the Maraetai 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 Maraetai Coast 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

+16 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

5.5 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Maraetai • 1.3 km

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Located at nearest locality

Maraetai • 8.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Maraetai • 1.3km

Transport

Airport

WIK • 8.8km

Bus Station

Manukau Bus Station • 20km

Train Station

Glen Innes • 18.1km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Maraetai Coast Beach?

The coastline of Maraetai Coast 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 Maraetai Coast Beach?

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

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

Maraetai Coast Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Maraetai Coast 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 gentle.

Is the Maraetai Coast Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Maraetai Coast Beach 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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Maraetai Coast Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Maraetai Coast Beach?

There are 312 places to stay in the Maraetai Coast Beach area.

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How far is the Maraetai Coast Beach from parking?

The Maraetai Coast 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 Maraetai Coast Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Maraetai Coast Beach is February. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Maraetai Coast 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.Maraetai Coast 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.