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A beach with a large rock formation, clear blue water, and people walking along the shore. 1
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a pergola structure. 2
A beach with people walking, a clear sky, and a forested hill in the background. 3
A crowded beach with people sunbathing and swimming. 4
A person sitting on a bench overlooking a coastal landscape with hills and the sea. 5
By Voltours Limited
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$390 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Visit Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach, and the summit of Mt. Paku on this day tour from Auckland.

    Following pick up from your hotel, relax in the air-conditioned minivan for the scenic 2 hour drive through the countryside to the small Coromandel town of Tairua, to make a photo and bathroom stop.

    Next, take a 30 minute guided walk through the forest and along the coast to the magnificent Cathedral Cove. Spend at least 30 minutes enjoying the white sand beach, clear water, and iconic arch made famous by the Narnia films.

    Lunch will be from a local café at Hot Water Beach or Hahei (own expense).

    Spend some time dipping your toes in the unique natural hot springs at Hot Water Beach (schedule is tide dependant).

    Finally, take an optional 15 minute guided hike to the summit of Mt. Paku - a small extinct volcano with amazing views of the coastline - or stop instead for ice creams (try famous NZ Real Fruit ice cream!)

    Drive back to Auckland for your hotel drop-off in time for dinner.

Activity location

  • Tairua
    • Tairua, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 148 Quay Street
    • 148 Quay Street
    • 1010, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

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Private Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Day Trip from Auckland

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$390.00 x 1 AdultNZ$390.00
Total
Price is NZ$390.00
Until Tue, 6 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Local guide
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Hotel or port pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Transport by minibus
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Activity itinerary

Tairua

  • 10m
Make a short stop to use bathrooms, purchase coffee, and take a photo of Mt Paku from the shore of the scenic Tairua river shore.

Cathedral Cove Walk

  • 2h
Take a guided 30 minute hike along the coastline to the famous Cathedral Cove beach, enjoying stunning scenery along the way. Spend at least half an hour on the pristine white sands, exploring the iconic natural arch and dipping your feet in the clear water of the marine reserve, before returning by the same path. Please note that this track includes stairs. A water taxi may be arranged in advance for an additional cost.

Hot Water Beach

  • 1h
Dip your toes in the natural geothermal hot waters of this Coromandel beach, and even dig your own small hot pool! (Access is tide dependant - your guide will arrange the tour schedule to allow you the best opportunity to enjoy the hot water).

Mount Paku

  • 30m
Embark on an optional short hike to the summit of Mt. Paku, a small extinct volcano at the mouth of the Tairua River. From the summit, enjoy spectacular views over the surrounding coastline. Learn about native flora and fauna from your guide.

Location

Activity location

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    Tairua
    • Tairua, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    148 Quay Street
    • 148 Quay Street
    • 1010, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

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