Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Small Group Tour from Auckland
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Your day will begin with a pick up from your central Auckland hotel, then relax in the air-conditioned minivan for the scenic 2 hour drive through the countryside to the small Coromandel town of Tairua. We will stop to use the bathrooms and take a picture of Mt Paku - an extinct volcano. 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). After lunch, spend some time dipping your toes in the unique natural hot springs at Hot Water Beach (schedule is tide dependent). 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.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Hotel or port pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Transport by minibus
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
Dip your feet in the natural hot spring water that comes out onto the beach.
After an easy 30 minute walk, enjoy the spectacular scenery of Cathedral Cove: white cliffs, off-shore islands, and soft sand, plus the iconic arch itself.
Take a short hike to the top of an extinct volcano. Enjoy the magnificent views from the top, including beaches, luxury holiday spots, and offshore islands.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- If a hotel pickup is not selected, please wait at the steps at 148 Quay St in front of Daikoku Restaurant and opposite the entrance to Queens Wharf, and your guide will meet with you there We will message you the day before the tour to tell you which vehicle to look out for and the exact pickup time
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 9 travellers
- Operated by
- Voltours Limited
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
How it compares in Auckland
- Its from-price is 53% below the median of the 356 day trips we list in Auckland.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 96 of 356.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, spreads across an isthmus between two harbours, dotted with volcanic cones, beaches and island-studded bays.
The Sky Tower rises above the central city and the waterfront, where the Viaduct Harbour and Wynyard Quarter are lined with restaurants and yachts, fitting Auckland's nickname, the City of Sails. Mount Eden and One Tree Hill, two of the many volcanic cones scattered across the city, give panoramic views.
Top-ranked sights in Auckland: Auckland Harbour Bridge, Waiheke Island, North Head Historic Reserve (Maungauika).
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