BeachHidden gem
Mākara Beach
Mākara, Wellington
Rugged west coast black-sand beach with surf, a driftwood shore and a decent sunset.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 60 min
A wild beach on the edge of Wellington. It is more for walking and watching the surf than swimming. A small cluster of baches and an old gun emplacement on the headland add some character.
Good to know
- Check the swell before swimming, it can be rough
- Fish and chips at the local cafe if it is open
- Best time
- Late afternoon for sunset
- Getting there
- Winding sealed road, narrow in places
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs welcome
Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.
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