What to do in Coromandel Peninsula

Activities, attractions and tours

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Coromandel Peninsula Tourist Attractions & Activities

You’re keen to set course in a different direction. Constantly seeking an eye-opening adventure and inventive ways to get your kicks, you’re prepared to explore an exciting city like the expert traveller you are. Next stop: Coromandel Peninsula! It’s not hard to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Australia makes it simple to book tons of things to do. Reserve your activities now, and all you'll have left to do is count the days until your escape and dream about all the places you'll go.

  • The activities in Coromandel Peninsula are not only perfect for you, but they won’t cost an arm and a leg. We have 34 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$15. Get your favourite day trip on Expedia Australia at an ideal rate, and you'll still have enough cash for a dream hotel or fine meal while you’re visiting.
  • Coromandel Peninsula is popular among inquisitive minds. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next trip to Coromandel Peninsulato learn about local culture and participate in the best activities. The most popular things to do can grab the enthusiasm of even seasoned travellers, and one look at our list explains why. Our list includes a wide range of culturally based outings and opportunities for fun. With unique ways to discover the best this area has to offer like a Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Tour and Whangapoua & New Chums Beach Explorer, there is an abundance of opportunities at your fingertips when you review the best tours and excursions here at Expedia Australia.

Our activities are the perfect way to organise your trip. You'll want some planning to make the most of a trip to Coromandel Peninsula, particularly when you want to include a lot of exciting activities. And it's evident that you're someone who likes to get out and about—you're excited to get out and see what life is like for locals. You're eager to sign up for the most essential activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Book professionally guided tours on Expedia Australia, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.

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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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