For the perfect beach getaway, travel during late spring, summer, or early fall. These seasons provide warm, pleasant weather ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports like surfing, kitesurfing, and standup paddling. The waves during these times are typically more consistent and manageable, making them perfect for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts. Coastal regions also come alive with vibrant festivals and activities, ensuring a lively and memorable holiday experience.
Beaches for Winter (Dec - Feb)
Shelly Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Snorkeling]
Clifton Beach Reserve, Tasmania
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Yallingup Beach, Western Australia
: Best for [Surfing, Snorkeling, Standup Paddle]
Gunnamatta Beach, Victoria
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Manly Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Oakura Beach Holiday Park, Taranaki
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Kirra Beach, Queensland
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Coffs Harbour Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Fingal Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Southside Beach, Victoria
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Redhead Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Queens Beach Hotel, Queensland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)
Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)
Boresanden, Rogaland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Playa de Garcey, Canarias
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Windsurfing]
Odeceixe Mar Beach, Portugal
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Praia de Alvor, Faro
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Bordeira's beach, Faro District
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing, Standup Paddle]
Nudist beach DLRG, Borkum, Lower Saxony
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Newgale Beach, United Kingdom
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Gotland, Gotland County
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Wing Foiling, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Playa De Las Redes, Andalusia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia do Martinhal, Faro
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia da Figueirinha, Setúbal
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Ballybunion Beach, County Kerry
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Beaches for Fall (Sep - Nov)
Angourie Point Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Famara Beach, Canarias
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Almáciga Beach, Canary Islands
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
El Confital, Canarias
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Monkey Mia Conservation Park Visitor Centre, Western Australia
: Best for [Snorkeling]
Playa de Benijo, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Crescent Head Lookout, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Carnavon Fascine, Western Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]