Oaro
Oaro is fun beach break on a sand/stone beach, right at the southern end of the Kaikoura coastline. Up the beach it is small stones and the surf breaks on a sand bottom. There are several peaks along the beach with both right and left handers. Oaro is usually uncrowded. Good for all levels of surfer.
Optimal Swell Direction:
SE
Optimal Wind Direction:
NW
Tide:
All
Wave Type:
Beach break
Wave Size Min:
1.0ft
Wave Shape:
Wally
Punchy
Beach Type:
Sand
Stones
Skill Level:
Beginner
Wildlife:
Seals
Penguins
Dolphins
Directions
From Kaikoura head south on State Highway 1. Go past Goose Bay and Oaro is the last beach before the road turns inland, where the road speed limit turns to 100km/hr and there is a long passing lane, before heading into the hills. Pull off to the left into one of the gravel parking areas.
Nearest Town:
Kaikoura
Nearest City:
Kaikoura
Travel Time from City:
20mins
Road in:
Seal
Walk in:
No
Parking at beach:
Yes
