Beaches in New Zealand
20 beaches
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Abel Tasman
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Anchorage Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Cathedral Cove
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Cathedral Cove
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Enderby Island
Rocky Beach
Ocean
Hahei Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Hot Water Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Kaiteriteri Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Karekare Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Karekare Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Moeraki Boulders Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Mount Maunganui
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Mount Maunganui Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Ninety Mile Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Ninety Mile Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Perseverance Harbour
Rocky Beach
Ocean
Piha Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Raglan Ngarunui
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Kid-Friendly
Snares Islands Coast
Rocky Beach
Ocean
Wharariki Beach
Sandy Beach
Ocean
Frequently Asked Questions
How many beaches are in New Zealand?
New Zealand has 20 documented beaches. 17 are sandy beaches.
Which beaches in New Zealand are kid-friendly?
New Zealand has 13 kid-friendly beaches with gentle waves, lifeguards, and family amenities.
Are there dog-friendly beaches in New Zealand?
Some beaches in New Zealand allow dogs, but rules vary. Always check local regulations before bringing pets. Many beaches have seasonal or time-of-day restrictions.
What's the best time to visit beaches in New Zealand?
Summer months (June-August) are peak season with warmest water. Shoulder seasons (May, September) offer fewer crowds. Check local weather and water conditions before visiting.
Do beaches in New Zealand have lifeguards?
Lifeguard coverage varies by beach and season. Many popular beaches have lifeguards during summer months. Check individual beach pages for specific amenity information.