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Timaru Caroline Bay

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Timaru Caroline Bay is at Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand in Canterbury, New Zealand.

Sheltered bay beach in Timaru with a long promenade. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

CoveTrip lists verified coastal places with practical details for travellers comparing New Zealand beaches.

At a glance

Water temperature
11 °C
Sea state
Moderate
Waves
1.04 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Canterbury
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Timaru Caroline Bay?

Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Canterbury, New Zealand

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; NZ beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

20/09
14°
5°
Wind 27 km/h
UV index 5
21/09
19°
3°
Wind 37 km/h
UV index 5
22/09
16°
4°
Wind 31 km/h
UV index 5
23/09
11°
1°
Wind 12 km/h
UV index 5
24/09
15°
-2°
Wind 18 km/h
UV index 5
25/09
16°
3°
Wind 13 km/h
UV index 5
26/09
19°
6°
Wind 20 km/h
UV index 5

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
17.6°
Feb
17.4°
Mar
16.3°
Apr
15.2°
May
12.7°
Jun
11.2°
Jul
9.5°
Aug
9.5°
Sep
10.6°
Oct
12°
Nov
14.6°
Dec
16.7°

Places to stay nearby

The Grosvenor Hotel

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679 m

Bay getaway 2 bedroom Apartments

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921 m

Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park

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957 m

Location and luxury in Timaru

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1.6 km

The Ocean Breeze CBD

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2.1 km

Cosy Apartment with Outdoor Private Bath for 2

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2.3 km

The Sea Breeze

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2.3 km

Stay Timaru

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2.6 km

Home Inn Timaru

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3 km

Blue Stone

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3.1 km

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

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3.3 km

Beauty on The Bay

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3.7 km