Lyall Bay, Wellington

If riding waves by board or body, or just jumping in them, is what you like then this is the beach to head for. With a breakwater at one end to create waves for riding, rocks at the other end for clambering over and safe swimming in between, this beach will keep you amused for hours. Watch the ferries pass by and the airplanes come and go while you relax on the white sand of this popular beach. When you have had enough there is a great ice cream store close by.