Photo of Kaitoke Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Kaitoke Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Photo of Kaitoke Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

8.3

Very good

Kaitoke Beach

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

There are 8 places to stay in the Kaitoke Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Kaitoke Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2880714&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Mulberry Grove Retreat</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=729959&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aotea Lodge Great Barrier</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4672504&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Glenfern Sanctuary</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6532995&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Awesome View Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6674229&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Bungalow</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8365798&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Frosty's Retreat - Great Barrier Island Holiday Home</a></li></ul>

Medlands, New Zealand

#10 out of 86 in Auckland

8.3

Very good

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

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Located outside the settlement

Okupu • 4.1 km

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About

Kaitoke 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, among the mountains, 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 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.

Kaitoke 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.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Medlands Beach, which has a rating of 8.5.

Kaitoke Beach (Auckland) is located outside the Okupu 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 Great Barrier 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 Kaitoke 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.

Located outside the settlement

Okupu • 4.1 km

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Located at nearest locality

Okupu • 12.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

3.1km

Medlands Beach Medlands Beach

8.5 Excellent

8.1km

Harataonga Bay Beach Harataonga Bay Beach

7.7 Very good

14.1km

Whangapoua Bay Whangapoua Bay

7.9 Very good

27.2km

Fletcher Beach Fletcher Beach

8.5 Excellent

31.7km

Sandy Bay Beach Sandy Bay Beach

7.7 Very good

32.7km

Goat Bay Goat Bay

7.3 Good

40.6km

Waikawau Bay Waikawau Bay

8.1 Very good

40.7km

Little Bay Beach Little Bay Beach

8.3 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Okupu • 4.1km

Transport

Airport

GBZ • 520m

Bus Station

Matarangi Turn Off • 59km

Train Station

Glen Innes • 90.1km

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8.3 Very good

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8.3 Very good

Robyn Brown

10 Exceptional

Stunning beach near Claris. White sand, big dunes, no sheltering trees.

Maria Celeste Radosta

10 Exceptional

The beach is beautiful but on recommendation we did not go into the sea because the tide, instead of returning you to the beach, pushes you into the sea so it is a little dangerous. Anyway it's beautiful!

Jonas Hayes

10 Exceptional

Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Kaitoke 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 Kaitoke Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Kaitoke 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 Kaitoke 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 Kaitoke 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 Kaitoke Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Kaitoke 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 Kaitoke Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Kaitoke 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

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Kaitoke Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Kaitoke Beach?

There are 8 places to stay in the Kaitoke Beach area.

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

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Kaitoke Beach from parking?

The Kaitoke 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.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Kaitoke Beach (Auckland) 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.Kaitoke Beach (Auckland) 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.