Photo of Twilight Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Twilight Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Twilight Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Twilight Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

6.9

Good

Twilight Beach

Te Paki, New Zealand

#64 out of 76 in Northland

6.9

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Karatia (Thoms Landing) • 15.3 km

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About

Twilight Beach is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 64th 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 almost deserted place even during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

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

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Te Werahi Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

Twilight Beach (Northland) is located outside the Karatia (Thoms Landing) 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 Twilight 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

+14 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

7.8 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

3.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Karatia (Thoms Landing) • 15.3 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Karatia (Thoms Landing) • 15.3km

Transport

Airport

KAT • 83.6km

Bus Station

Awanui • 79.9km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Twilight 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 Twilight Beach?

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

The waves in the Twilight Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Twilight Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Twilight 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 Twilight Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Twilight 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 Twilight Beach?

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

Campers (tent)

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Twilight Beach.

How far is the Twilight Beach from parking?

The Twilight 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 Twilight Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Twilight 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?

Twilight 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.Twilight 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.