advanced
Otakou, Otago, New Zealand
Pūrākaunui Beach
Pūrākaunui Beach is a wild, remote South Island beach with dramatic cliffs, powerful ocean swells, and cold Southern Ocean water for advanced swimmers only. The rugged setting and challenging conditions demand significant experience and respect for the sea. Tip: Consult local knowledge and check conditions thoroughly; this is a hazardous location for inexperienced swimmers.
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Pūrākaunui Beach
-45.7403, 170.6214
Details
- Location
- Otakou, Otago, New Zealand
- Type
- ocean
- Difficulty
- advanced
- Coordinates
- -45.7403, 170.6214