Oceania's Top 50+ Beaches
-
Ngarunui Beach // New Zealand
Ngarunui Beach, on the west coast of the North Island, is the main beach in the world-famous surf town of Raglan. Known for its long stretch of black sand and consistent waves, it’s a popular spot for beginner and experienced surfers alike. The Tasman Sea brings in strong swells, but the beach has some more sheltered parts ideal for learning… read more »
-
Orewa Beach // New Zealand
© Steve / CC BY Orewa Beach is a long, sandy beach on the Hibiscus Coast, about 40 minutes north of Auckland. The three-kilometre stretch of golden sand is a popular spot for swimming, surfing, and paddleboarding, with generally gentle waves and plenty of space to enjoy the water.
The beach is backed by a mix of grassy reserves, picnic areas, and a coastal walkway,… read more »
-
Tautuku Beach // New Zealand
© Pseudopanax Set on the Catlins coast in the southeastern corner of the South Island is Tautuku Beach. This rugged, remote area is a haven for wildlife known for its fur seals, sea lions and yellow-eyed penguins. If you are lucky you may even spot whales, which is no surprise as Tautuku was once home to a whaling station.
Tautuku Bay itself… read more »
-
Whareroa Beach // New Zealand
© Pseudopanax Whareroa Beach is located within the Queen Elizabeth Park on the North Island's Kapiti Coast. Situated between Paekakariki and Raumati South the beach looks out over Kapiti Island, a nature reserve 5km off the coast.
There are a number of wide, open lawned areas near Whareroa Beach which provide visitors with plenty of space for picnics and recreational activities. Public… read more »
-
Clovelly Beach // Australia
© J Bar / CC BY Situated 9 km southeast of downtown Sydney, Clovelly Beach has something for everyone with great sand for castle-building and plenty of marine life for snorkellers and scuba enthusiasts. Lined on either side with concrete promenades and beachfront cafes, the small beach is at the head of a narrow inlet overlooked by Bundock Park to the south.
While the sandy area is… read more »
-
-
Freshwater Beach // Australia
© Nigel Howe / CC BY Just north of Manly Beach, Freshwater Beach is stunningly located between two headlands. There's a small stream at the north end of the beach, hence the name "Freshwater".
It's popularity began in the early 1900s when campers would spend holidays near the beach enjoying the sand and beautiful location. Initially it was the site of a working mens' camp and… read more »
-
Narrabeen Beach // Australia
© Sydney Images / CC BY Narrabeen Beach is a long stretch of sand and surf north of Collaroy Point and the 20m cliffs at Narrabeen Head. Curving in a gentle arc for 3.6km it backs onto the Narrabeen Lagoon. The name comes from the name of the daughter of the aboriginal chief at the time of early white settlers arriving in the 1840s.
The beach has… read more »
-
Scarborough Beach // Australia
David Jones Fans of Scarborough Beach claim it's the "best white sand surf beach in the world"! It certainly delivers some of Perth's best surf breaks with epic waves at times.
Located 20 minutes northwest of Perth city centre, and on a regular bus route, it's easy to reach. Once there, this beautiful beach has oodles of things to do including swimming,… read more »
-
Ninety Mile Beach // New Zealand
Ninety Mile Beach is not your typical exotic tourist attraction, but rather a long stretch of majestic coastline waiting to share its secrets with the adventurous. Don't be fooled by the name either, because this stretch of wild coast is nowhere near 90 miles in length, 90 kilometres (55 miles) would be closer, but it still remains an awesome stretch… read more »
-
Yeppoon Beach // Australia
© James McCauley / CC BY Yeppoon's main beach lies on Queensland's Capricorn Coast, just a 30-minute drive from Rockhampton.
The tropical climate here makes this a popular spot all year round, and the soft caramel coloured-sands and cling film-clear waters keep locals and visitors coming back again and again.
There's a surf club and a sailing club at either end of the beach, plus a whole load… read more »
-
Baylys Beach // New Zealand
© David Broad / CC BY Baylys Beach is a small coastal settlement on the west coast of New Zealand’s North Island, about 10 kilometres from Dargaville. It is part of the immense stretch of Ripiro Beach, which runs for around 100 kilometres along the Tasman Sea coast making it New Zealand’s longest drivable beach.
Baylys beach is popular for fishing, surfing, and four-wheel driving, with… read more »
-
-
Big Manly Beach // New Zealand
© russellstreet / CC BY Big Manly Beach is a popular spot on the Whangaparāoa Peninsula, just north of Auckland. This sandy crescent offers calm, shallow waters, making it ideal for swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking. The beach has a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, with plenty of space to unwind.
In case you were wondering, yes, there is a Little Manly Beach on the other side of… read more »
-
Brendan Beach // New Zealand
Set on a remote section of the south coast of New Zealand’s North Island is Brendan Beach. About 20 km from Wellington, it sits among the rugged coastal scenery on the western edge of Palliser Bay.
The beach is known for its isolation, strong winds, and often wild waves, making it a great place for those who enjoy quiet, windswept… read more »
-
Browns Bay // New Zealand
© Sids1 / CC BY Set in a laid-back coastal suburb on Auckland’s North Shore is Browns Bay Beach, a long stretch of golden sand with calm waters. The beach is an ideal spot for swimming, paddleboarding, and picnicking. A scenic walkway runs along the waterfront, offering views over the Hauraki Gulf and nearby Rangitoto Island.
The Browns Bay neighbourhood has a mix of cafés,… read more »
-
Buffalo Beach // New Zealand
Buffalo Beach can be found forming the coastline to the town of Whitianga in Mercury Bay. This V-shaped inlet lies on the eastern side of the famed Coromandel Peninsula of New Zealand's North Island.
Intimately connected with the first European explorations of the country, it was here that Captain Cook took his measurements of the transit of the planet Mercury… read more »
