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Some New Zealand beaches are safe but many of our surf beaches can be extremely dangerous for swimmers as they have very strong rips that can drag a swimmer out to sea.
Drowning is a major cause of accidental death in New Zealand and we lose quite a few unsuspecting tourists this way.
The West Coast beaches just out of Auckland, such as Piha, Muriwai and Karekare, are particularly notorious and kill not only swimmers but also fishermen who are often swept off the rocks by large waves. The most popular beaches are patrolled by volunteer surf life savers during the summer months. Other than rips & currents New Zealand beaches are safer than our neighbour Australia due to much fewer shark attacks, jellyfish and water snakes.
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Can you go swimming in New Zealand?
No. The actual islands of New Zealand have some of the highest mountains in the Southern Hemisphere. However, New Zealand lies on the submerged continent known as Zealandia. Because Zealandia is submerged, it is not recognised as one of the seven continental land masses of the world.
What is the New Zealand and Australian currency?
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Are wild dog in New Zealand?
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What county is Rotorua New Zealand in?
New Zealand
How many beaches are in New Zealand?
countless beaches in New Zealand
Is surfing possible in New Zealand?
There are many famous and good surf beaches in New Zealand.
What country is the pohutukawa tree found?
New Zealand Beaches
Is the water from New Zealand safe?
New Zealand water is as safe as any other first world country. Water at beaches and lakes are inspected routinely and signs are put up if even a slight trace of contamination is found, to warn the community. While it is inadvisable to drink water directly from lakes or rivers (and especially not the sea!) this is true of all countries.
Are Wild ling cod from New Zealand safe to eat?
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Can you go swimming in New Zealand?
No. The actual islands of New Zealand have some of the highest mountains in the Southern Hemisphere. However, New Zealand lies on the submerged continent known as Zealandia. Because Zealandia is submerged, it is not recognised as one of the seven continental land masses of the world.
Where is the best beach in New Zealand?
It depends actually because some beaches that are big are really not that good and the beaches that are really small are really good so yeah. But my top is Raglan beach
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mangroves and glaciers, beaches and mountains, cities and farmland.
Is the surfing good in New Zealand?
Yup. It totally depends where yu go, of course. Some good beaches i kno of are Raglan and Piha.
What is the longest beach in New zealand called?
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What island is made of lava quartz diorite limestone cactus with beaches mountains and valleys home to 2 indigenous species of birds?
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