What is the water and sand quality of the Tawhitokino Beach?

The coastline of Tawhitokino Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Tawhitokino Beach?

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

Is the Tawhitokino Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Tawhitokino Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Tawhitokino Beach 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Tawhitokino Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Tawhitokino Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Tawhitokino Beach?

Tawhitokino Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers (tent) </li><li>Hiking adventurers</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Tawhitokino Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Tawhitokino Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Tawhitokino Beach?

There are 3 places to stay in the Tawhitokino Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Tawhitokino Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2211614&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villas Waiheke</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2113081&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Waiheke Waters Edge</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2124318&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Nikau Apartments Waiheke Island</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6128242&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Fat Pigeon - Omiha Holiday Home</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3253040&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Circular Bay</a></li></ul>

How far is the Tawhitokino Beach from parking?

The Tawhitokino Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters

What is the best time of the year to visit Tawhitokino Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Tawhitokino Beach is February. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Tawhitokino Beach (North 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.Tawhitokino Beach (North 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.

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Tawhitokino Beach located in natural area

Tawhitokino Beach

Kawakawa Bay, New Zealand

8.3

#10 out of 86 in Auckland 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Kayaking

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Located outside the settlement

Orere Point • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Park 265 Kawakawa Bay Coast Road

110m

Park Tuturau bay

360m

Park Auckland

1.8km

Park Orere Point Beach Reserve

3km

Hiking Area Kawakawa Bay Beach

4.6km

Park Tapapakanga Regional Park

5.5km

Park Waitawa Regional Park

5.6km

Park Auckland

5.7km

Park Waitawa Regional Park entrance

5.7km

Meal Takeaway The Oyster Gallery

9.2 - Excellent 8.6km

Tourist Attraction Coro - Firth Lookout

8.6km

Landmark Matingarahi Point

9.7km

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Tawhitokino Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 10th place out of 86 beaches in the Auckland region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +8 ^o C

Air temperature

5.7 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Orere Point • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Park 265 Kawakawa Bay Coast Road

110m

Park Tuturau bay

360m

Park Auckland

1.8km

Park Orere Point Beach Reserve

3km

Hiking Area Kawakawa Bay Beach

4.6km

Park Tapapakanga Regional Park

5.5km

Park Waitawa Regional Park

5.6km

Park Auckland

5.7km

Park Waitawa Regional Park entrance

5.7km

Meal Takeaway The Oyster Gallery

9.2 - Excellent 8.6km

Tourist Attraction Coro - Firth Lookout

8.6km

Landmark Matingarahi Point

9.7km

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Located at nearest locality

Orere Point • 23.2km from center

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8.3 Very good

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8.3 Very good

AJ4ARTS

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

the Tawhitokino Beach&Campground is a hidden gem if you looking for somewhere tranquil and has a variety of natural collections. Sunset became a daily spectacle, transforming the sky into a canvas of warm hues that mirrored the tranquility of the entire campground. Take extra care when you on the last 5km to the destination because the road is narrow and several curves marked 25.

Hanna C

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Nice gem with no car access like most = hardly no other people. Cool hike through forest and other beaches.

Thilal Pandith

Novice Beachgoer

6 Pleasant

Some of the reviews in this page are not accurate so here are the basic facts about Tawhitokino beach: This is generally a safe, shallow beach with reddish brownish sand - but nothing special - just a normal beach. Ocean tides do not affect the road at all, so you can drive when it is high tide or low tide. However, it is not worthwhile going there in long holiday times because of the huge number of people and vehicles heading there. I really don't get it why so many people flock into this cramped up beach in droves!! The access road is narrow and winding, so it is challenging to drive as it is a 'single lane' status most of this 4km stretch from the Kawakawa boat ramp. Parking area at the beach area is very limited, to about 20-30 vehicles, and because of the narrowness of the road it is hard to do roadside parking either. On long weekends and any holiday in the summer it is a chock-a-block and you may not find a single place to park so it is highly advisable to avoid such days because turning and getting back to Kawakawa would again be challenging to give way to oncoming vehicles. Also, when it rains, it's quite frequent to get earth slips limiting access to the end point. BTW, there are many other very nice, shallow beaches in Kawakawa area with heaps of parking spaces.

Andre Bourgeois

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Some of the reviews below pertain to Waiti bay, which is NOT Tawhitokino beach. Admittedly, some will access Tawhitokino via the track from Waiti bay during low tide after parking there. Waiti bay beach is smallish, quite crowded on summer days, nothing special. But if you are willing and able to walk alonguse the inland track to reach Tawhitokino, you will be richly rewarded with a vast empty beach, with mature pohutakawa overhanging

Hugo Truter

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

A nice family adventure. Excellent for walking, swimming 🏊‍♀️ and so much more 😀