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

The Ward Beach is covered with gray small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Ward Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ward Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Ward Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Ward Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.The waves in the Ward Beach are usually strong.So the overall recommendation of the Ward Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Ward 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 small pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ward Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Ward Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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.

What are the key audiences of Ward Beach?

Ward Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Wild camping lovers (caravans)</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ward Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Ward Beach?

There are 1 places to stay in the Ward Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Ward Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1275559&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Flaxbourne Motels</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9502968&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Coastal Lodge Kekerengu</a></li></ul>

How far is the Ward Beach from parking?

The Ward Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Ward Beach is February. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ward Beach (South 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.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Ward Beach (South island) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Ward Beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.

Photo of Ward Beach with gray fine pebble surface

Photo of Ward Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Ward Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Ward Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Ward Beach located in natural area

Photo of Ward Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Ward Beach

Ward, New Zealand

7.1

#5 out of 10 in Marlborough 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray fine pebble Good for Surfing Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Ward • 4.3 km

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Ward Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 5th place out of 10 beaches in the Marlborough region The beach is located in a natural place.

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+13 ^o C +6 ^o C

Air temperature

9.1 M/S

Wind

+12 ^o C

Water temperature

2.2 M

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Located outside the settlement

Ward • 4.3 km

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Stays nearby

2 accomodations nearby

4.6km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Flaxbourne Motels

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Located at nearest locality

Ward • 500m from center

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22.5km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Coastal Lodge Kekerengu

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Located at nearest locality

Ward • 22.3km from center

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7.1 Good

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Heide

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Stunning beach and great place to pick up colored stones. Also met a seal, gave us a hella fright as we were looking at the ground for stones and almost walked into his sleep spot. But he was chill. Other wise just loved the scenery.

Oscar Wu

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Interesting terrain; great place for a walk.

W R Edwards

Novice Beachgoer

8 Very good

The beach offers stunning views of the ocean and the surrounding coastline, making it a great place to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. There is a seal colony and the pink limestone at Ward Beach is particularly notable because it contains numerous fossils, including those of marine animals such as ammonites, belemnites, and bivalves, which lived millions of years ago when the area was covered by the sea. The uplift of the limestone has exposed the rock to the surface, where it is now visible and accessible to visitors. There are concretion boulders at Ward Beach. Some of the boulders can weigh several tons and reach over two meters in diameter. They are scattered throughout the beach.

Kelly Beedie

Novice Beachgoer

8 Very good

Love this place as I can stay and park up the motorhome on private property

Brook Lester

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Amazing geology.