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North Tora Beach

Tora, New Zealand

#22 out of 26 in Wellington

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Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Tuturumuri • 10.7 km

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About

North Tora Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 22th place out of 26 beaches in the Wellington region 66.4 km away from its center, the city of Wellington. It is one of the beaches of Tuturumuri settlement, just 10.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray 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. There is a campsite located nearby.

North Tora 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. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

North Tora Beach (Wellington) is located outside the Tuturumuri 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 North Tora 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

+12 ^o C +8 ^o C

Air temperature

6.6 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

2.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Tuturumuri • 10.7 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

What to do in North Tora Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that North Tora Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Localities

Nearest

Tuturumuri • 10.7km

Main locality of province

Wellington • 66.4km

Transport

Airport

MRO • 60.2km

Bus Station

Wellington Airport • 62km

Train Station

Upper Hutt Station • 56.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the North Tora Beach?

The coastline of North Tora Beach is covered with gray 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 North Tora Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the North Tora Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The North Tora Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the North Tora 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.

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

So the overall recommendation of the North Tora Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the North Tora 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 North Tora Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of North Tora Beach is visited only by a few travellers. 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.

What are the key audiences of North Tora Beach?

North Tora 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 North Tora Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on North Tora Beach.

How far is the North Tora Beach from parking?

The North Tora 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 North Tora Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in North Tora Beach is February. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

North Tora 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.North Tora 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.