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Coromandel, Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach Full Day Tour From Auckland

Offered by Auckland Scenic Tours

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$250.00 per person

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8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)Pickup Available Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Tour Overview

Escape the city and immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of the Coromandel Peninsula on this full day small group tour from Auckland. Discover two of New Zealand’s most iconic coastal gems: Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach, while enjoying a relaxed, scenic drive through lush farmland and native bush.

Begin your day with a comfortable minivan transfer from Auckland to the Coromandel, where your expert guide shares insights into the region's history and landscape. Arriving at Hahei, embark on a picturesque 90-minute return walk to Cathedral Cove, a world-famous beach framed by dramatic limestone cliffs and crystal-clear waters. It’s perfect for photos and a refreshing swim.

After a lunch break at a local café (optional), head to the geothermal wonder of Hot Water Beach. Here, you can dig your own natural hot pool in the sand right on the shoreline. Whether you soak in the warm mineral waters or simply take in the coastal beauty, it’s an unforgettable experience.

With small group sizes, hotel pickup and drop-off, and commentary along the way, this tour is ideal for travelers wanting a seamless, nature-focused Coromandel adventure in a single day.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Spades

Not Included:

  • food and drink
  • Not suitable for young children or infants
  • The Tour is not wheelchair friendly or suitable for those with walking difficulties

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Auckland

    Our Tour starts in Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand as we head south towards the Coromandel Peninsula

    Pass by without stopping

  2. 2

    Waikato Region

    Once we travel over the Bombay Hills we enter the Waikato Province, home to the longest river in New Zealand. Given the suitable geography and climate, the Waikato economy is strongly based on agriculture, especially dairy. Dairy farming has been the main agricultural activity since the late nineteenth century. The dairy farms are mainly family owned

    Pass by without stopping

  3. 3

    Coromandel Peninsula

    The Coromandel Region is famous for the white beaches, native bush and steep and hilly terrain. Ample opportunities for stunning photos along the route as you soak up this pristine area of New Zealand. The peninsula is a popular place to live for people who have chosen an alternative lifestyle with towns sparse. Population density decreases with both distance from the coast and distance north

    15 minutes

  4. 4

    Hot Water Beach

    Naturally heated mineral water bubbles up from deep within the earth to emerge through golden sand at the appropriately named Hot Water Beach. dig your own spa pool in the sand. We will visit when it's two hours either side of low tide, as that's when the tide is low enough to expose the area of sand with the hot water underneath. Don't forget to bring along your swimming gear and good walking shoes- we have the spades. It's certainly a unique experience to be lying in a pool of hot water just metres from the refreshing ocean.

    2 hours

  5. 5

    Cathedral Cove Walk

    Arguably, New Zealand’s most famous patch of sand, Cathedral Cove is renowned for its picture-perfect archway that frames a stunning beach of creamy white sand and bright emerald waters. As part of the Marine Reserve, a sanctuary for marine life, it is also an ideal spot for snorkelling and diving. The Cathedral Cove Walk is the shortest walking route to the cove and takes about 30 minutes to complete. The track follows the cliff-tops overlooking the coastline, before descending steeply as it nears the beach. This requires a moderate level of fitness and the pathway does undulate up and down

    3 hours

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup available

If requesting pickup, please select your preferred location when booking through Viator.

Pickup details

We only pick up from the Auckland Downtown CBD. We do not pick up from the suburbs of Auckland or airport hotels. Please be ready and waiting 5 minutes before your advised pick-up time and look out for our yellow Mercedes-Benz Transportation

Or Meet At Meeting point

Sky Tower

Victoria Street West, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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Pick Up from in front of the main doorway entrance to the Sky Tower/also serves as the main doorway entrance to the Sky City Hotel on Federal and Victoria Streets

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour is not suitable for young children and infants

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.