Main Beach
Located in the northern part of Gold Coast, Main Beach is the main surfing resort in the suburbs of Southport.
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Beach description
Main Beach is the most photogenic section of the Gold Coast with white soft sand, clear blue waters and bright sunsets. In the northern part, it closes with the Spit, which separates the Gold Coast from the Pacific Ocean. It's a solid construction that took 4.5 million m³ of sand to build, the foundation and protection of the beach from devastating storms.
The main “highlight” of Main Beach is the cyclones, which produce magnificent waves crashing against the sandy bottom. Thousands of surfers from all over the world are coming here for fantastic waves.
The generous nature of Main Beach offers more than just water sports. Next to the coastline, there is the shady McIntosh Island Park, which is ideal for picnics by the ocean. The silence of this green oasis is brighten up by the voices of birds and the noise of the cascading current of the Nerang River.
When is it better to go
The Gold Coast, with its stunning coastline and vibrant atmosphere, is a premier destination for beach enthusiasts. To make the most of your beach vacation, timing is key. Here's when you should consider visiting:
- Summer (December - February): Peak Season. The weather is hot and sunny, perfect for beach activities. However, it's also the busiest time, so expect crowds.
- Autumn (March - May): Great Weather, Fewer Crowds. The water remains warm, but the heat starts to subside, making it comfortable for all-day beach outings.
- Winter (June - August): Mild Temperatures. For those who prefer cooler weather, this is the time to enjoy the beach without the intense summer heat.
- Spring (September - November): Best Balance. The temperatures start to rise again, but the crowds haven't peaked yet, offering a perfect balance for a beach vacation.
In conclusion, the best time to visit the Gold Coast for a beach vacation depends on your preferences. For warm weather and lively atmosphere, summer is ideal, but for a more relaxed experience with pleasant conditions, consider autumn or spring.
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Infrastructure
Main Beach has a well developed beach infrastructure, including the following amenities:
- rugs and beach wheelchairs;
- public toilets;
- changing rooms;
- barbecue area;
- lifeguard club, founded in 1939;
- 5 rescue towers patrolling from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. year-round;
- several surf schools teaching international programs;
- many parking lots;
- cynological zone.
Where to stop
On the Main Beach are located the finest Gold Coast hotels. A wide selection and excellent service will not leave indifferent even the most demanding tourists.
Where to eat
In the beach cafes, you can enjoy fried in dough potato, pineapple pancakes, fish and chips. Restaurant menus vary more. In addition to typical Australian and Mediterranean dishes, they reflect a variety of culinary styles:
- fusion;
- steak house;
- barbecue;
- fast food.
Very popular are several pontoon mini-markets owned by the fishery cooperative and located directly on the sand spit. From 7 o’clock in the morning they sell seafood and fish at affordable prices. This is a great chance to get freshly caught tuna, shrimps, crabs.
What to do
Main Beach is an expanse for lovers of surfing, windsurfing, water skiing and scooters. Now such new water entertainment like “flights” on jet device is gaining popularity using: knapsack, board or bicycle. Safari on motor boats and jet skis, catamarans, as well as whale and dolphin watching are no less attractive for active tourists. Fishing is very important on the Main Beach.
In addition to water activities, the resort offers a wide range of unforgettable events for its guests:
- Paradise Jet Boating, a premium extreme adventure full of thrilling maneuvers and unpredictable stunts, passing along the main waterways of the beach;
- A visit to the iconic Seaworld Aquarium, allowing visitors to face sea creatures face-to-face;
- buggy tours for riders.
The local Southport Yacht Club has excellent facilities for tiered sailing.
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- To spend your vacation on the main beach of Southport, you need to take plane tickets to Brisbane or Gold Coast. There are buses from both airports to the stop "Sea World" - the final destination;
- On Main Beach, you can take a course in surfing with certified instructors, as well as buy first-class equipment and outfit for surfing.