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Sandy Bay Beach I

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Sandy Bay Beach I?

There are 96 places to stay in the Sandy Bay Beach I area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Sandy Bay Beach I include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3168877&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Abel Tasman Haven</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2155011&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Adventure Inn Marahau</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2636153&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Split Apple Retreat</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3075343&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Abel Tasman Marahau</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2829464&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ocean View Chalets</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6761818&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sandy Feet Retreat - Marahau Holiday Home</a></li></ul>

Marahau, New Zealand

#41 out of 51 in Tasman

7.2

Good

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

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Located outside the settlement

Marahau • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Beached Whale Restaurant & Bar

6.8 - Good 3km

Cafe Kākā Point Cafe

9.6 - Exceptional 3.1km

Fast Food Restaurant Gone Burgers

5.8 - Pleasant 3.1km

Restaurant Waterfront

8.2 - Very good 3.1km

Vegetarian Restaurant "The Views" Vegetarian Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 3.3km

National Park Start of the Abel Tasman Track

1.6km

Park Kaiteriteri Mountainbike Park

3.6km

National Park Alex Ryder Memorial Park

3.6km

Park Abel Tasman

9.2km

Playground Kaiteriteri playground

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Split Apple Rock

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Coquille bay

3km

Tourist Attraction Kaiteriteri Lookout

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Cleopatra's Pool

6.5km

Tourist Attraction Torrent Bay Viewpoint

8.3km

Tourist Attraction Ngarua Caves

8.8km

Tourist Attraction Riuwaka Resurgence

9.3km

Tourist Attraction Falls River Swing Bridge

9.6 - Exceptional 9.7km

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About

Sandy Bay Beach I is located on the Cook Strait (part of Pacific ocean) and it is in the 41th place out of 51 beaches in the Tasman region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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.

Sandy Bay Beach I 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, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

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

12 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Split Apple Rock Beach, which has a rating of 8.4.

Sandy Bay Beach I (Tasman) region (Folly island sub-region) is located outside the Marahau 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 Sandy Bay Beach I 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

Marahau • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Beached Whale Restaurant & Bar

6.8 - Good 3km

Cafe Kākā Point Cafe

9.6 - Exceptional 3.1km

Fast Food Restaurant Gone Burgers

5.8 - Pleasant 3.1km

Restaurant Waterfront

8.2 - Very good 3.1km

Vegetarian Restaurant "The Views" Vegetarian Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 3.3km

National Park Start of the Abel Tasman Track

1.6km

Park Kaiteriteri Mountainbike Park

3.6km

National Park Alex Ryder Memorial Park

3.6km

Park Abel Tasman

9.2km

Playground Kaiteriteri playground

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Split Apple Rock

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Coquille bay

3km

Tourist Attraction Kaiteriteri Lookout

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Cleopatra's Pool

6.5km

Tourist Attraction Torrent Bay Viewpoint

8.3km

Tourist Attraction Ngarua Caves

8.8km

Tourist Attraction Riuwaka Resurgence

9.3km

Tourist Attraction Falls River Swing Bridge

9.6 - Exceptional 9.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

What to do in Sandy Bay Beach I? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Sandy Bay Beach I welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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 Sandy Bay Beach I. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Sandy Bay Beach I 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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Nearest Beaches

800m 10 min walk

Sandy Bay Beach Sandy Bay Beach

7.5 Very good

1.3km 17 min walk

Split Apple Rock Beach Split Apple Rock Beach

8.4 Very good

1.5km 20 min walk

Towers Bay Beach Towers Bay Beach

7.6 Very good

2km

Ngaio Bay Beach Ngaio Bay Beach

8.3 Very good

2.6km

Honeymoon Bay Beach Honeymoon Bay Beach

7.9 Very good

2.6km

Tinline Bay Beach Tinline Bay Beach

6.9 Good

2.8km

Breaker Bay Beach Breaker Bay Beach

8.1 Very good

3km

Coquille Bay Beach Coquille Bay Beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Marahau • 550m

Transport

Airport

MZP • 12.6km

Bus Station

Nelson • 37.2km

Train Station

Wakefield Quay Station • 37km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sandy Bay Beach I?

The Sandy Bay Beach I is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Sandy Bay Beach I?

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

The Sandy Bay Beach I is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Sandy Bay Beach I good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

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

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Sandy Bay Beach I 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 very smooth.

Is the Sandy Bay Beach I secluded and good for relaxing?

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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sandy Bay Beach I.

There are 3 restaurants nearby.Beached Whale Restaurant & Bar is the closest place located 3100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Sandy Bay Beach I?

There are 96 places to stay in the Sandy Bay Beach I area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Sandy Bay Beach I include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Sandy Bay Beach I from parking?

The Sandy Bay Beach I 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Sandy Bay Beach I?

There are 1 attractions near Sandy Bay Beach I that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Kaiteriteri Lookout located in 3.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sandy Bay Beach I?

The month with the highest temperature in Sandy Bay Beach I 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?

Sandy Bay Beach I (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.Sandy Bay Beach I (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.