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Bethells Beach, Auckland

4.6
#2 of 8 in Beaches in Auckland
Beach · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
Black-tinged sands and crashing waves make Bethells Beach popular with surfboarders and skimboarders. You can also explore the nearby boardwalks and bushwalks, leading to waterfalls, caves, and hidden coves. The prevailing westerly winds provide favorable conditions for parasailing and hang gliding in this area. For a calmer bathing experience, head across the sand dunes and take a dip in a nearby freshwater lake, trapped between the green bush and black sands. Put Bethells Beach on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Auckland trip tool.
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FROM $552 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour of Bethells Beach and Lake from Auckland
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  • By Naina-Damani
    Bethells beach is a large, dark sandy stretch of sand that stretches almost 2 kilometres along New Zealand's west coast and is made up of black volcanic sand.  more »
  • By Rantinrover
    When I was planning our trip to New Zealand I discovered that Bethells Beach had been used in the Shania Twain music video for her song "Forever and Always". My wife and I are fans so for a bit of a....  more »
  • By Roger E
    Third world mobile phone coverage. Te Henga walkway start and finish difficult to find on line. Walk is difficult and potentially dangerous in places especially as no phone coverage if you get into...  more »
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