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Our favourite beaches on Waiheke and why we like them.

Waiheke’s scenic coastline boasts a diverse range of beautiful beaches.

 

Oneroa Beach
 

Facing sunny north with clear water and white sand, Oneroa beach offers great swimming at all tides, large grass areas with barbeque facilities and swings. Body surfing possible when conditions allow. Within easy walking distance to the village. There is also a driveway onto the beach for boat access down the far Western end, accessible from Korora Road.

 

Little Oneroa Beach


A picturesque sheltered bay ideal for family swimming. Two barbeque areas and a large children’s playground and lots of grass areas. Body surfing possible when conditions allow. Wood fired food cart Dragonfired also located at this beach, which offer great takeaways.

 

Shelly Beach
 

Very sheltered spot that offers great high tide swimming – perfect for small children. Excellent beach when the northerly picks up.

 

Enclosure Bay
 

Fabulous swimming at high tide and the warmest water of all the bays. Shelly not sandy. Limited shade and small grass area. Excellent rock pools to explore at low tide & great lagoon for snorkelling.

 

Sandy Bay
 

Good for swimming at all tides with plenty of shade trees. Boat ramp & public toilets.

 

Palm Beach
 

Facing sunny north with clear water and white sand Palm Beach offers great swimming at all tides and is a must to visit. Large grass areas, large children’s playground and two barbeque areas. Body surfing possible when conditions allow. Limited shade. Beach store and cafe.

 

Onetangi Beach
 

At two kilometers long, Onetangi is a fabulous walking beach as well as offering great swimming at all tides and another must to visit. Barbeque facilities and limited shade. Body surfing possible when conditions allow.

 

Whakanewha 


Woodsy recreation area by a beach on Rocky Bay, with multi-use trails, campsites & picnic spots. Set in a protected bird sanctuary this beach is a great place for birdwatchers. You can spot kererū, tūī, pīwakawaka (fantail) and tūturiwhatu (New Zealand dotterel) in the wetlands and along the coast, while kayakers can explore nearby inlets and bays. 

 

Man O' War Bay
 

Very tidal with great swimming at high tide. Large grass areas and good shade trees to escape from the sun. Close to the Man O’War tasting room.

 

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