Sandy Bay Rock Fishing - Waiheke Island Overview

Oneroa, Waiheke Great Barrier Road

Terrain Type Jaggered Rocks

Foot Access 3-4 Min Walk

Parking Sandy Bay Parking

Access Difficulty 6/10

Accessibility Not Available

Rubbish Bins At Sandy Bay

Facilities Sandy Bay Toilets

Overview

Sandy Bay is a surprisingly quiet beach with plenty of easily accessible rocks to fish off. Sandy Bay has parking and toilets close by

Sandy Bay can be very busy parking wise during peak seasons so keep that in mind. It is surrounded by houses and cliff faces looking out to the open waters. Sandy Bay is a convenient fishing spot due to its close parking and toilets available unlike some rock fishing spots on Waiheke.

The rocks can be accessed via Sandy Bay beach. Parking is available on Great Barrier Road with a concrete/beach boat ramp leading down to the beach.

While fishing keep and eye out for Orcas they have come into Sandy Bay before in search for food.

Waiheke Tourism

Gear Grab – Hire

Gear Grab is a hire shop on Waiheke, they have a wide range of everyday gear. Their store consists of party, gaming, outdoors, household, tech and more.

Charlie Farleys

Charlie Farleys is Waiheke's favourite Onetangi gastropub. It is a restaurant/bar with a relaxed vibe right on the beach front of Onetangi beach.

Island Direct

Island Direct is a direct ferry service that travels from Downtown Auckland and Waiheke Island. It is a smaller ferry company in comparison to Fullers.

Kayak Waiheke

Kayak Waiheke is a kayak and canoe tour agency located at Matiatia Bay. They hire out paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and a few inland activities.

I Love Crepes

I Love Crepes is located in a vintage caravan based in Oneroa, in a small food cart complex. They serve delicious gourmet sweet and savoury crepes (galettes).

Enclosure Bay

Enclosure Bay is semi hidden gem bay made of rock formations that almost entirely enclose the bay from the sea. This creates a natural, shallow swimming pool.

Bisou Cafe

Bisou Cafe brings a taste of Europe to Waiheke Island, serving up savoury and sweet crepes, freshly baked baguettes and pastries alongside Eighthirty coffee and fresh juices.

Passage Rock

Passage rock is a restaurant/vineyard located on the outskirts of waiheke, it offers delicious food, fine wine and a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by beautiful Syrah vines.

Waiheke Explorer

Waiheke Explorer is popular hop on hop off tour, that showcases the best wineries, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches, and nature walks Waiheke has to offer.

Mint As

Mint As is a popular burger cart located in Ostend, next to RAW fruit and vege, they serve juicy burgers, taco's and milkshakes all made while you wait.

Red Crab Thai Restaurant

Red Crab Waiheke is the perfect place to go. Being the only Thai restaurant on Waiheke it is a popular place to eat at, experience the taste of Salty, sweet,…

Take A Bite Cafe

Take A Bite is a small delightful café located on in Ostend on Belgium Street. They offer delicious handmade pastries, breakfast items, light lunches and coffees.

Island Scoot

Island Scoot is a local scooter hire business based in Ostend, they hire premium retro scooters combined with a classic Italian design.

KAK’s Real Fruit Ice Cream

KAK's real fruit ice cream is a new addition to Waiheke, located in Oneroa village is this cute little ice cream cart an absolutely perfect addition to the hot summers.

Waiheke Wings

Waiheke Wings operates at the Carsons Airfield on Waiheke, they fly to a few destinations around the gulf islands, Auckland and also offer scenic tours.

Arcadia

Arcadia is a laidback style restaurant located metres away from Palm Beach. Their menu is not fussy, they use fresh quality ingredients to create good, honest food.

On The Hunt Charters

On The Hunt Charters is a fishing charter company, that specialises in small group charters, half or full day fishing trips around Waiheke Island.

Shop The Rock

Shop the Rock is a local gift shop located in Oneroa, they sell a range of Waiheke and New Zealand-made gifts and souvenirs. Perfect for gifting or keepsakes.

Waiheke Bike Hire

Waiheke Bike Hire is a small walk from Fullers ferry terminal, located amongst the main car park, they hire out Avanti mountain bikes for $50 a day and $20 per…

Palm Beach

Palm Beach is a well known favourite of locals and tourists. With its beautiful white sand and palm trees surrounding the beach it makes you feel like you are in…

Fish species spotted

Snapper
Kahawai
Spotties
Yellowtail kingfish

Hire Fishing Gear

Gear Grab Waiheke – hire fishing rods for $30 each, they also sell small tackle packs and lures for $5 each

Bait and fishing equipment purchases

Most local Gas stations – BP, G.A.S, and Challenge sell baits

Dairies/Superettes

Ox Tackle Developments – They sell everything you need fishing – bait, gear and fishing rods.

Fish Species in New Zealand Waters

Fishing Rules

Stick to all New Zealand Fishing laws if too small put back and only take what you are allowed.

Access Information

Smaller Car – Great Barrier Road
Wheelchair – No
Truck/Boat – Yes
Bike – Yes
Walking – Yes

The best way to access Sandy Bay fishing spot is parking on Great Barrier Road. Access via foot down to Sandy Bay beach, the rocks on the right will lead you to a small point between Sandy Bay and a small secluded bay.

The left hand side of Sandy Bay has more rocks for fishing, but closer to the beach. The choice is yours, across the rocks is Skeleton Bay.

Waiheke Fishing Spots

Rubbish

Please take home everything you brought with you when you leave.

Keep our oceans clean! we are always taking home found rubbish and lines when we fish. Sea life pay the price when rubbish and fishing lines are left behind.