intermediate
Timaru, South Island, New Zealand

Caroline Bay at Middle of the beach

A New Zealand coastal beach on South Island with open ocean conditions and consistent swell. Cool southern temperate waters suit intermediate to advanced swimmers comfortable in cold conditions. Wear a 3-5mm wetsuit year-round and check forecasts for wave height and wind.

Satellite view of Caroline Bay at Middle of the beach

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Caroline Bay at Middle of the beach

-44.3878, 171.2488

Details

Location
Timaru, South Island, New Zealand
Type
ocean
Difficulty
intermediate
Coordinates
-44.3878, 171.2488

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