Tahunanui bar
Tahunanui bar is Nelson's city-side sandbar surf feature, sitting inside the broader Tahunanui beach zone by the Tasman Bay waterfront. It is a rare sandbar setup that only lights up occasionally, which is part of why it feels different from the broader recreation beach next to it. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Tahunanui bar in Nelson - Tasman Bay.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
Best on NNW swell with south wind offshore.
No narrow tide window is supported.
Lineup Guide
Best on NNW swell with south wind offshore.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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