Discover the best South Island beaches for adventure and family fun

South Island boasts wild coastal areas with family-friendly beaches, vast wilderness areas, famous surf breaks and exciting watersports. Whether you want fun with the kids, adventure on the water or quiet couple's time by the sea, take a look at the best South Island beaches to plan your next trip.

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  • Plan a seaside holiday with the best beaches in Christchurch

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    Plan a seaside holiday with the best beaches in Christchurch

    The charming city of Christchurch is close to some of the most impressive beaches in all of New Zealand. From sheltered bay beaches with family-oriented amenities to rugged beaches with native wildlife and rough seas, you could find something for everyone. Take a look at the best beaches in Christchurch to plan a vacation by the water.

  • Experience the wonders of Golden Bay beaches

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    Experience the wonders of Golden Bay beaches

    Golden Bay is a unique and remote area of New Zealand with a diverse landscape of valleys, coastal forests, and scenic beach areas with soft sand and gentle waters. Perfect for families and adventurers alike, the beaches of Golden Bay offer something for everyone. Find out more about the best Golden Bay beaches to plan your holiday.

  • Experience beautiful Abel Tasman beaches

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    Experience beautiful Abel Tasman beaches

    Surrounded by the Abel Tasman National Park, the beaches in Abel Tasman offer peace, quiet and beauty for your beach holiday. Ideal for families with small children, romantic couples and daring adventurers, the beaches in Abel Tasman have something for everyone. Learn all about Abel Tasman beaches to plan your seaside holiday.

  • Have a seaside holiday at Dunedin beach areas

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    Have a seaside holiday at Dunedin beach areas

    With beaches on the Pacific Ocean, Otago Harbour and numerous bays, you can have whatever kind of beach holiday you want in Dunedin. From scenic family beaches to the windswept coastline, beaches in Dunedin come in virtually every type you can imagine. Find out more about Dunedin beach areas to enjoy a relaxing seaside holiday.

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