Overview
Experience the best of the Coromandel Peninsula on this small-group, fully-guided day trip from Auckland. Designed to give you ample time at each destination, this tour allows you to relax, explore, and soak in the beauty of this iconic region without feeling rushed, while allowing you to visit Cathedral Cove, named one of the World’s Top 50 Beaches! Led by our famously passionate guides, who bring your journey to life with their stories and extensive knowledge, you'll travel in modern, comfortable minibuses equipped with thoughtful extras to ensure your comfort and safety.
What you will be doing
Your tour starts in New Zealand's largest city. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city's top highlights.
Exiting Auckland, we travel south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, encountering beautiful scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities, impressive mountains and several farm animals along the way
As we enter the Coromandel Peninsula, we will begin to discover its untouched beauty. Famous as a favourite holiday spot for locals this area is rich with stunning white sand beaches, extensive native forests and unbeatable views of the Pacific Ocean coastline. We will stop many times for short walks to viewpoints and great spots for photos during our journey through this breathtaking area, on the way to our first feature destination.
After a yummy lunch (at your own expense), our next stop is the renowned Hot Water Beach. Here you can dig a hole in the sand to create your own naturally-heated geothermal water bath. Tip: Dig your hole at the edge of the beach to allow ocean waves to gently roll in and cool you off occasionally. What could be better than a natural geothermal spa on the beach? Don't forget to bring some clothes you can swim in, and something dry to change into afterwards at the onsite restrooms.
After a delicious lunch (own expense), visit Cathedral Cove, one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landmarks. The challenging walk to Cathedral Cove takes between 30 - 45 minutes, but the reward is well worth it, stunning coastal views and the opportunity to explore this breathtaking beach. Mautohe Cathedral Cove has been named one of the Top 50 Beaches in the World!!
Sadly, after this day in paradise, we must start to head north again, but your day is not over with a fully guided return trip to Auckland including secret stops along the way.
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: Federal Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
🗺️ Instructions: We pick up from the following Auckland hotels: Copthorne Hotel Auckland Cordis Hotel Auckland Crowne Plaza Auckland Grand Mercure Hotel Grand Millennium Hotel Heritage Hotel Auckland Hilton Hotel Auckland Ibis Budget Auckland Kiwi International Hotel M Social Hotel Movenpick Hotel Pullman Hotel Auckland Rydges Hotel Auckland The Sebel Auckland Manukau SkyCity Hotel SkyCity Grand Hotel Sofitel Hotel Auckland SO/ Auckland If you are not staying at any of the above, please choose the closest pickup location to where you are staying. We will meet you outside the entrance. If you have not booked your hotel at the time of booking, we will set you up as picking up from SkyCity Hotel (Auckland). Please let us know once your hotel is confirmed.
Things to know
Accessibility:
Children friendly
Fitness requirement
Any fitness level
Tour Language
English
License requirement
None
Additional information:
Children under the age of 7 must be in a child safety seat, as it is a legal requirement in New Zealand. If you need a safety seat or booster seat these can be added during the booking process.
In the very rare event that the weather is so bad we have to cancel due to safety reasons, we will offer a full refund. Please wait for us to contact you and check your emails regularly, and if you do not hear from us then the tour is going ahead as planned.
Wear comfortable clothing, sensible footwear, a charging cable for your phone or camera, your e-ticket or booking confirmation number, and a small amount of cash for lunch and souvenirs. A rain jacket is a handy thing to have with you in New Zealand!
Access to Cathedral Cove is weather-dependent. For safety reasons, the track may be unsuitable after or during heavy rain. In such cases, alternative arrangements will be made to ensure you still have an incredible experience.
Inclusion ✅
Water
Snack
Pick up and drop off transport
Tour transport
Tour guide
Exclusion ❌
Gratuities
About your host
Cheeky Kiwi TravelWe are all about giving you a real Kiwi Adventure. Our tours and day trips have a maximum of 16 guests! We believe it's the small extra things we do, combined with being flexible, that make all the difference to your experience and give you an amazing trip. Our trips have been described as fun and informative, with, of course, a little bit of cheekiness. From the outset, our mission has been to nurture both our communities and the environment, aligning with and advocating for The Tiaki Promise. We've reduced our carbon emissions by adopting fuel-efficient vehicles and closely monitoring fuel usage. Our drivers are incentivised to follow eco-friendly practices, ensuring your journey is as environmentally responsible as possible. We pride ourselves on being a fully paperless office, and we prioritise responsible waste management during our operations. We encourage our guests to travel responsibly with Wild Kiwi and to commit to The Tiaki Promise to care for New Zealand, for now, and for future generations.
Qualmark Gold: Qualmark works with Tourism New Zealand to help the tourism industry deliver high-quality experiences and maintain a high level of visitor satisfaction. Only businesses that deliver a quality sustainable experience, ones that have undergone an independent evaluation, and showcase true New Zealand hospitality, are recognised through a Qualmark accreditation. It has three levels: Gold, Silver and Bronze.
For every trip booked, Kodama Travel donates £1 to Just One Tree to restore our forests and the ocean.