What to do in Coromandel Peninsula

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Coromandel Peninsula

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From group Coromandel Peninsula tours and must-see landmarks to personal guides who take you off-the-beaten track, Expedia.co.nz offers you over 34 of the most popular events, activities, and attractions in this corner of the world. So whether you’re travelling alone, alongside a loved one, or with the whole family in tow, be sure to browse through our extensive travel guides prior to your plane touching down in this spectacular Coromandel Peninsula. We even have a massive selection of flights, car hires, and accommodation for you to choose from. So what are you waiting for? Start your search today, and you’ll be having the time of your life before you know it.

Activities

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Whitianga: 2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise

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Whitianga: 2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise
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Make Your Own Gin at the Matahui Gin Lab

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Make Your Own Gin at the Matahui Gin Lab
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Top places to visit

1. Cathedral Cove

New Zealand is full of spectacular scenery, and the Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve in the Coromandel Peninsular is no exception. White rock cliffs, a large pumice island, and a naturally formed archway joining Cathedral Cove Beach to Mares Leg Cove give this beach a distinct look.
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2. Hot Water Beach

Grab your bucket and spade and head to Hot Water Beach at low tide to find two natural warm water springs. Dig a pool and mix the hot water with just the right amount of seawater to create your perfect bath. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along this beautiful stretch of sand and find a quiet place to rest with a good book. Enjoy a meal in the oceanfront café and shop for souvenirs in the shops behind the beach.
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3. Cooks Beach

Relax on the white sands of Cooks Beach, hike over the headlands to the secluded Lonely Bay, cast a line or take a game fishing trip.
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4. Driving Creek Railway

Take a journey on the Driving Creek Railway to zig-zag up a hill through the bushland on the Coromandel Peninsula in a fun and original way. This narrow gauge railway was originally built to supply wood and clay to the adjoining potteries, but it now mainly serves to take tourists on scenic rides.
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5. Shakespeare Cliff Lookout

Overlooking one of Mercury Bay’s most secluded swimming spots, Shakespeare Cliff Lookout provides sweeping views across the ocean and a comfortable picnic area. Take a stroll through the network of hiking trails that zigzag across the reserve or venture down to Lonely Bay Beach to have a dip in the ocean after you admire the views.
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Recommended things to do in Coromandel Peninsula

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What to do in Coromandel Peninsula

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Driving Creek Railway

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Ride on a narrow gauge railway, check out the artistic pottery, marvel at the tunnels and bridges and take in the panoramic views of this Coromandel attraction.
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Day trip destinations from Coromandel Peninsula

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Thames

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Whitianga

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Coromandel

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Tairua

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Pauanui

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Hot Water Beach

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Matakana Island

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Waihi Beach

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