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Ned's Beach

Lord Howe Island, Australia
5.0 of 5 stars 49 Reviews
Type: Beaches
Activities: Snorkelling
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Legana
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9 reviews 9 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Great fish and setting. Close to Lorhiti where we stayed. sheltered from some winds. More

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SYDNEY
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

It is worthwhile hiring a wetsuit in May so you can stay in the water longer, otherwise you can get a little cold. Clarity of the water was amazing. A huge variety of tropical fish to look at. Coral was okay. I understand it is better at some sites in the lagoon. More

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Sydney, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This is a lovely little beach, well protected from the Westerly winds when they blow, and not bad when the Easterly blows. This is a "no fishing" area so the fish have no fear and will eat from your hand. Great fun. Nice picnic spots close by. Honour system to rent wetsuits and snorkels, but it was too cold to... More

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australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

loved feeding the fish i actually walked to this beach , having been here on buisness half a dozen times previously it was now or never, lovely clean beach clear water and lots of fish to hand feed More

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Sydney
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Amazing feeding the fish, water was still warm enough for swimming loved it More

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Sydney, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Liked: fish feeding, snorkeling (saw reef sharks, countless fish and coral), no crowds, honesty box hire gear, pristine untouched beauty. Disliked: nothing. More

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Sydney, Australia
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Ned's is the jewel of the LHI beaches. Rolling surf, rocks to explore, lovely picnic areas and feeding the fish which is fun for all ages. If you are exploring the island on bike or foot its a bit of a hike up the hill from the lagoon but worth it. Have a look at the local cemetery on the... More

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Brisbane
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

beautiful view, relax and read on the grassy bank, sit in the shelter, swim and snorkle around the reef, feed the fish, watch the terns, explore the rock pools More

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Nelson Bay, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

No need to snorkel if you dont want to the fish come up to you in knee deep water. The water is so calm and clear. More

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

feed the fish , you'll be amazed how close they get More

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