Otama Beach
Otama
A quiet stretch of white sand on the north coast, backed by dunes and farmland and almost undeveloped, ideal for swimming and walking away from the crowds.
Otama Beach is about 2 km long, with fine white sand and clear water. Behind the dunes lie wetlands and pastures, and the Mercury Islands can be seen offshore. There are no shops on the beach, and the nearest supplies are in Kuaotunu. The beach is reached by a gravel road, which is in reasonable condition but narrow. Nearby Ōpito Bay and Kuaotunu can easily be visited on the way.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Opito Bay
- Matarangi Beach
- Cathedral Cove (Mautohe)
- Shakespeare Cliff Lookout & Lonely Bay
- Cooks Beach
- Hahei Beach
- Whitianga
- New Chums Beach (Wainuiototo)