Photo of Tawhitokino Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach located in natural area

8.3

Very good

Tawhitokino Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Tawhitokino Beach?

There are 3 places to stay in the Tawhitokino Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Tawhitokino Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2211614&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villas Waiheke</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2113081&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Waiheke Waters Edge</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2124318&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Nikau Apartments Waiheke Island</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6128242&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Fat Pigeon - Omiha Holiday Home</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3253040&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Circular Bay</a></li></ul>

Kawakawa Bay, New Zealand

#10 out of 86 in Auckland

8.3

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Kayaking

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Located outside the settlement

Orere Point • 3.6 km

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Park Orere Point Beach Reserve

3km

Park Tapapakanga Regional Park

5.5km

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About

Tawhitokino Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 10th place out of 86 beaches in the Auckland region The beach is located in a natural place, 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 sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Tawhitokino 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, sea kayaking.

Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

Tawhitokino Beach (Auckland) is located outside the Orere Point 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 correct question is not how to get to Tawhitokino Beach, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.

Weather

history

+13 ^o C +6 ^o C

Air temperature

7 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Orere Point • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Park Orere Point Beach Reserve

3km

Park Tapapakanga Regional Park

5.5km

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Located at nearest locality

Orere Point • 23.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Tawhitokino Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Tawhitokino Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Tawhitokino 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 Tawhitokino Beach?

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

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

Tawhitokino 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.

Is the Tawhitokino 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 Tawhitokino Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Tawhitokino 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.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Tawhitokino Beach?

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

Campers (tent)
Hiking adventurers

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Tawhitokino Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Tawhitokino Beach?

There are 3 places to stay in the Tawhitokino Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Tawhitokino Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Tawhitokino Beach from parking?

The Tawhitokino 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

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

The month with the highest temperature in Tawhitokino 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?

Tawhitokino 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.Tawhitokino 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.