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Bethells Beach, Auckland

4.6
#1 of 8 in Beaches in Auckland
Beach 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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Bethells Beach Tours
Full-Day Auckland's West Coast Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $135
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Duration: 8 hours
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Private Tour of Bethells Beach and Lake from Auckland BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $505
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Nature, Ocean and Towns Experience from East to West Coast in Auckland BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $81
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  • By lcj1031
    When we arrived on the beach we saw a small area had been set up as being patrolled by the surf life saving team and were worried that there wouldn't be enough space for us to boogie board. However it...  more »
  • By Diversions
    Unfortunately the beach wasn’t safe for swimming the day we went so we headed up to the famous sand dunes & the kids slid down them. So it was still worth the trip - and we saw baby dotterels. It’s on...  more »
  • By John123874
    With the Waitakeres closed for walks due to Kauri Dieback, this is one of the few places people can still walk over the hills. The Bethells to O'Neills walk is a bit of a puffer...but manageable. More...  more »
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