{"id":7572,"date":"2020-09-11T11:20:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-10T22:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.bachcare.co.nz\/?p=7572"},"modified":"2022-10-14T12:11:05","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T23:11:05","slug":"5-reasons-why-you-need-a-beachfront-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bachcare.co.nz\/blog\/5-reasons-why-you-need-a-beachfront-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons Why You Need a Beachfront Holiday in NZ"},"content":{"rendered":"

There\u2019s nothing like a beach holiday with the lapping waves, golden sun, and relaxing vibes.<\/h3>\n

While individuals typically flock to beach hubs like Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines, you should add New Zealand to your list of places to visit for a beach holiday.<\/h4>\n

With around 15,000km of coastline, you\u2019ll love New Zealand\u2019s stunning beaches that are known for their surf breaks, rock formations, and incredible locations. While you\u2019ll enjoy the warm weather that sits between 20 and 30-degree Celsius from December through March, the beaches are also a popular place to visit during the winter due to its breathtaking beauty.<\/p>\n

Take your pick from the golden bays of Awaroa beach to the naturally heated waters at the hot water beach<\/a>. With a range of beaches at your fingertips, you\u2019ll be amazed by the variety of beaches that New Zealand offers. If you\u2019re still not sold on the idea, you\u2019ll want to head to a New Zealand beach after reading the five reasons below.<\/p>\n

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1. Be Wowed By The Picturesque Views<\/strong><\/h2>\n

New Zealand is filled with bountiful nature that offers pristine and impressive scenery. If you\u2019ve been awe-inspired by New Zealand scenery, the beaches will be sure to take your breath away. Be sure to pick up one of your favourite travel cameras<\/a> to capture all of the great moments.<\/p>\n

Head to Awaroa Beach that lies deep in the Abel Tasman National Park<\/a>. Known as \u2018Golden Bay<\/a>,\u2019 the beach has a stretch of clean, golden sand that sparkles with turquoise waters and beautiful, richly coloured native bush. With its exquisite beauty, it\u2019s no wonder that in 2016, the New Zealanders came together to purchase this island for the country.\u00a0 Since the beach is at the heart of a national park<\/a>, it can be a little difficult to get to. However, once you\u2019re there, you can take a dip in the crystal-clear waters and be amazed by the grand striking scenery around you.<\/p>\n

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Cathedral Cove<\/a>, a beach that\u2019s situated at Coromandel, North Island is a famous beach that\u2019s commonly featured in various social media platforms. You\u2019re able to explore the beautiful rock formations of this beach by kayak or foot. With its spectacularly gorgeous scenery, it\u2019s no wonder that this beach was featured in both music videos and movies.<\/p>\n

Another breathtaking beach is a ninety-mile beach<\/a> \u2013 that isn\u2019t ninety miles but 88km. This incredible beach not only has sun-drenched golden sand and an endless ocean view, but it also has massive dunes as you\u2019ve never seen before. You\u2019ll be intrigued by the desert landscape as you see individuals \u2018surfing\u2019 down the sand on bodyboards. Don\u2019t forget to stay till sunset to see a lavish, extensive sunset that you\u2019ll certainly remember for years to come.<\/p>\n

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2. Not Overcrowded With Tourists <\/strong><\/h2>\n

The worst beach holiday is when you\u2019re looking to have a relaxing day out and end up having to squeeze on the beach with countless other people. In New Zealand, there are quite a few beaches that are both untouched and significantly less crowded.<\/p>\n

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At The Caitlins in South Otago<\/a>, you can take in the stunning, rugged coastline that\u2019s still relatively undiscovered. While it is more difficult to get to than regular beaches and takes you off the grid, you\u2019ll be greeted with a host of beautiful beaches from Porpoise Bay to Curio Bay. If you\u2019re lucky, you might be even able to spot Hector\u2019s dolphins, New Zealand sea lions and yellow-eyed penguins.<\/p>\n

Another untouched beach is New Churns Beach at Waikato on the Coromandel Peninsula<\/a>. It\u2019s also somewhat secluded with no road access to this protected bay. Once you\u2019ve gotten there, however, you\u2019ll be amazed by the beach\u2019s long curve of blonde sand that comes with a backdrop of native bush. The best part? You won\u2019t have to share this with a hoard of people.<\/p>\n

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3. Unique Landscapes <\/strong><\/h2>\n

One might think that beaches only consist of powdery golden sand, rhythmical waves, and stunning sunsets. While it\u2019s certainly not wrong, there are also many beaches in New Zealand that offer up some special landscapes.<\/p>\n

At Koekohe beach in Otago<\/a>, there are a mysterious number of large spherical stones that are partially submerged in the beach. These stones were formed from sea sediment that had hardened and measures up to three meters in diameter. Called the Moeraki boulders, you can jump inside one of these rocks for a photo or leap across them like stepping stones.<\/p>\n

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The hot water beach<\/a>\u00a0in the Coromandel<\/a> is a gorgeous beach that offers up a special surprise. To enjoy this surprise, you should arrive at least two hours before or after low tide. When it\u2019s low tide, shovel a large hole, and relax in your own jacuzzi<\/a> as you enjoy nature\u2019s natural bath. This unique beach is a geothermal paradise of hot water and can be enjoyed at any time of the year. You\u2019ll also be soaking in healthy minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium.<\/p>\n

Head to Wharariki, and you\u2019ll be in awe of the mighty dunes and jagged rock islands that stand in the ocean. You may spot some seals that are lazing around and take in the gleaming, shimmering sand. While you won\u2019t be able to swim at Wharariki beach, the landscape would be enough to satisfy your beach craving for the day.<\/p>\n

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4. The Highest Rate of Sunshine Hours in The Country <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Yes, there\u2019s a beach in Tasman called Kaiteriteri beach<\/a> that has the highest rate of sunshine hours in New Zealand \u2013 which is the ideal pre-requisite for the ultimate beach experience. It\u2019s located at the top of New Zealand\u2019s South Island and is walking distance to well-known hikes, local seafood joints, and other coves and lagoons. Due to the high quartz content, the beach also has glittering golden sand with visiting marine life such as dolphins, seals, and penguins.<\/p>\n

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If a beach with the highest rate of sunshine hours in New Zealand doesn\u2019t pique your interest, how about heading to a beach that\u2019s the first place in the world to see the sunrise? At Wainui Beach just north of Gisborne, you can see exactly that. Head there early, and you\u2019ll be one of the first to greet the start of the new day.<\/p>\n

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5. Get Your Surfing on!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

New Zealand beaches are a surfer\u2019s paradise with a variety of beaches to suit all levels of surfers. At little Raglan<\/a>, some of the world\u2019s serious surfers head to Manu Bay that\u2019s rumored to have the world\u2019s longest left-hand break. If you want a friendlier surf, Ngarunui allows safer swimming and is patrolled by lifeguards; there\u2019s even a Raglan Surf School so anyone can give surfing a go (to check out all our local Raglan Accommodation, click here<\/a>!).<\/p>\n

Another beach famous for its surf is Whale Bay in Raglan<\/a>. There, the beach is well-known and has a left-hand break that is a favourite amongst surfers. If you\u2019re a beginner, there are plenty of surf schools around to teach you the basics before you try to conquer Whale Bay.<\/p>\n

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Want more surf? You\u2019ll have to head to Piha Beach<\/a> in West Auckland. Piha is home to some of the wildest surf in the country, and the beach has black, velvety sand along with an eroded 16 million-year-old volcanic neck called Lion Rock. Due to its strong currents and rips, this beach isn\u2019t recommended for beginners. However, if you\u2019re a surfer, this beach would prove to be a surfer\u2019s wonderland.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re just scratching the surface of beaches that are available in New Zealand. There are plenty of other New Zealand beaches that offer unique landscapes, picturesque views, and untouched nature. With such a diverse range of beaches, there\u2019s no better time to start planning a beach holiday in New Zealand.<\/p>\n

For more destination guides and accommodation reviews, check out Trip101<\/a>.<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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