Cathedral Cove Day Trip from Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand

This unique day trip to the Coromandel Peninsula will take you to Te Whanganui-A-Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve, Hot Water Beach, and the summit of Mt. Paku before returning to Auckland by minibus. The 12-hour itinerary includes guided hikes followed by soothing baths in beachside pools. You'll make memories that will last a lifetime.

Your day will begin with port pickup opposite Queens Wharf in Auckland. From here, embark on a scenic 2-hour drive to the small Coromandel town of Tairua.

Upon arrival, take a 30-minute guided hike to the summit of Mt. Paku, a small volcano with amazing views of the Coromandel coastline and back onto Tairua and Pauanui. Proceed with your small group to complete a 1-hour walk to the magnificent Cathedral Cove, with the option of visiting the other coves along the way.

Spend some time soaking in the natural hot pools at Hot Water Beach during low tide (exact timing depends on the tide schedule). You can order lunch at the cafe at Hot Water Beach or Hahei Beach (own expense) before returning to Auckland in late evening.