Photo of Oyster Bay Beach with light sand & pebble surface

Photo of Oyster Bay Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Oyster Bay Beach with small bay

5.8

Pleasant

Oyster Bay Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Oyster Bay Beach?

There are 80 places to stay in the Oyster Bay Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Oyster Bay Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=628500&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">A Sea View B&B</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=731872&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beachside Sunnyvale Motel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=252048&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bay Vista Waterfront Motel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=779241&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Tasman Holiday Parks Picton</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6128681&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7457375&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Waikawa Bay Spa Escape - Waikawa Bay Holiday Home</a></li></ul>

Hakahaka, New Zealand

#11 out of 10 in Marlborough

5.8

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Light sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Waikawa • 7.7 km

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About

Oyster Bay Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 11th place out of 10 beaches in the Marlborough region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, 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.

Oyster Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .

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 Ocean Bay Beach, which has a rating of 6.8.

Oyster Bay Beach (Marlborough) is located outside the Waikawa 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 South 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 Oyster Bay 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

+11 ^o C +8 ^o C

Air temperature

3 M/S

Wind

+10 ^o C

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Waikawa • 7.7 km

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Located at nearest locality

Waikawa • 1.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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Titirangi Beach Titirangi Beach

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Okiwi Bay Beach Okiwi Bay Beach

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French Pass Beach French Pass Beach

7.7 Very good

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Marfell's Beach Marfell's Beach

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Waikawa • 7.7km

Transport

Airport

PCN • 14.2km

Bus Station

Rai Valley • 45.1km

Train Station

Wellington Station • 55.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Oyster Bay Beach?

Oyster Bay Beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Oyster Bay Beach?

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

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

Oyster Bay Beach is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Oyster Bay 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Oyster Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Oyster Bay 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:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Oyster Bay Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Oyster Bay Beach?

There are 80 places to stay in the Oyster Bay Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Oyster Bay Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Oyster Bay Beach from parking?

The Oyster Bay 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 Oyster Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Oyster Bay Beach is January. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 11°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Oyster Bay Beach (South 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.Oyster Bay Beach (South 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.