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Tunnel Beach
New Zealand, New Zealand
Tunnel Beach is a small, dramatic coastal spot just southwest of Dunedin on New Zealand’s South Island, known for its rugged sandstone cliffs, sea‑carved rock arches, and a hand‑carved tunnel that leads down to a secluded cove.
The tunnel itself was chiseled through solid rock in the 1870s by a local landowner so his family could privately reach the beach, and it now forms the highlight of a short but steep walking track that drops from the grassy headland to the rocky shore.
The beach is wild and raw, with crashing waves, boulders, fossils embedded in the cliffs, and seals sometimes visible nearby, making it more of a scenic coastal experience than a traditional swimming beach, and it is popular with visitors who enjoy short, striking walks close to the city.
Location
Otago Region 9076, New Zealand
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