Wellington, NZ (small beach near the airport)

by Kathleen
(BC, Canada)

The Holy Grail of Seaglass Hunting

The Holy Grail of Seaglass Hunting

~ sea glass beach report submitted by Kathleen, BC, Canada

Wellington, New Zealand near airport

March 2016

The Holy Grail of Seaglass Hunting

I found these two beauties on a small beach near Wellington airport.

I saw the bottle stopper half buried in the sand.

I thought my heart would stop beating.I was positive it would be broken but it is perfect.

I cried actual tears of joy.

I found lots of beautiful, large perfectly frosted peices of sea glass in every colour.


~ sea glass beach report submitted by Kathleen, BC, Canada


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Jul 04, 2025
Sea Glass at a Hidden Gem near Wellington Airport
by: Kelsey


Sea Glass at a Hidden Gem near Wellington Airport



Tucked away near the airport in Wellington, New Zealand, this small, lesser-known beach offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of the city — and a surprising reward for beachcombers. With Wellington's reputation for dramatic coastal weather and rocky shorelines, it's not unusual to find beautifully tumbled pieces of sea glass, especially after a storm.



Based on information here on our site ( OdysseySeaGlass.com), many New Zealand beaches are rich in sea glass due to the country's long maritime history and the presence of older landfills near the coast.



Collectors often report finding smooth, frosty pieces in shades of green, white, and brown, though rarer colors occasionally appear. The beach’s proximity to shipping routes and past industrial sites makes it a potentially fruitful spot for treasure seekers. While not as well-known as Days Bay or Lyall Bay, this small beach near the airport is perfect for a quiet walk and the thrill of uncovering ocean-tumbled gems.



Always remember to respect the natural environment: take only a few special pieces, and leave the rest for others to discover. For tips on identifying your finds, visit the
Sea Glass Identification Guide here on Odyssey Sea Glass.



Dec 17, 2024
Cool
by: Sivi

Fantastic, I've been searching the beach's near by too, didn't get to the one by the airport. Had I seen this I would have been looking there most of my trip. Love bottle stoppers.

Apr 22, 2017
cant get enough of beach glass
by: Diane fernandez

wow so cool

Mar 31, 2017
Bottle stopper!!!
by: David and Lin at OdysseySeaGlass

Wow, what a find. I believe we would cry real tears too!

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