Allans Beach
A wild, undeveloped beach on the south coast of the Otago Peninsula, where New Zealand sea lions often come ashore. It is less crowded than Sandfly Bay.
Allans Beach is an open sandy beach about 2 km long on the south coast of the Otago Peninsula, backed by dunes and wetlands. It is only a few minutes' walk from the car park, which is far easier than Sandfly Bay, where you have to slide down a dune. New Zealand sea lions often come ashore to rest on the beach, fur seals appear on the rocky sections, and yellow-eyed penguins occasionally show up too. Entry is free. There are no facilities, and the currents are strong, so swimming is not recommended. It is about a 10-minute drive from Portobello, with the last stretch on a gravel road. Keep at least 10 metres from the sea lions, and do not block their route back to the sea.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Otago Peninsula
- Sandfly Bay
- Larnach Castle
- Penguin Place
- Port Chalmers
- Aramoana & The Mole
- Glenfalloch Woodland Garden
- Royal Albatross Centre, Taiaroa Head