Coromandel Peninsula - Including the amazing Hot Water Beach, Cathedral Cove & Driving Creek Railway

The Coromandel Peninsula on the North Island of New Zealand extends 85 kilometres north from the western end of the Bay of Plenty, forming a natural barrier protecting the Hauraki Gulf and the Firth of Thames in the west from the Pacific Ocean to the east.
Renowned for its natural beauty, green valleys, misty rainforests and pristine golden beaches, The Coromandel is blessed with hundreds of hideaways, making it an ideal place to escape.
Hot Water Beach
Within two hours either side of low tide visitors flock to the usually deserted Hot Water Beach to find hot water bubbling through the golden sand. Rated as one of the world's most renowned beaches - digging your own natural spa is one experience that should be on your bucket list.
Cathedral Cove
Located on the edge of the great Mercury Bay, close to the village of Hahei, famous Cathedral Cove is one of the “must visit” places in The Coromandel. There are several scenic tracks on land adjacent to the reserve, including the 1.5hr return walk, which give walking access to Gemstone Bay, Mare's Leg and Cathedral Coves.