Photo of Curio Bay with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Curio Bay with turquoise water surface

Photo of Curio Bay with long straight shore

Photo of Curio Bay with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Curio Bay surrounded by mountains

Photo of Curio Bay - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.5

Excellent

Curio Bay

Curio Bay, New Zealand

#2 out of 7 in Southland

8.5

Excellent

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Curio Bay • 0.4 km

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About

Curio Bay is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 2th place out of 7 beaches in the Southland region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Curio Bay coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, 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, sea kayaking. 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.

Curio Bay is located in Southland within Curio Bay, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the South island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Located within the settlement

Curio Bay • 0.4 km

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

What to do in Curio Bay? 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 Curio Bay 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!

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 Curio Bay. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Curio Bay 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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Curio Bay • 450m

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Curio Bay?

The Curio Bay is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Curio Bay?

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

The Curio Bay is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Curio Bay good for swimming?

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

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

Is the Curio Bay 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Curio Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Curio Bay is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. 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 Curio Bay?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Curio Bay.

How far is the Curio Bay from parking?

The Curio Bay 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?

Curio Bay (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.Curio Bay (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.