Location
The Coromandel Peninsula lies east of
Auckland, across the Hauraki Gulf.
General
Looking across the Hauraki Gulf from
Auckland, the north of the Coromandel Peninsula can be seen on the
horizon. Although only 90 minutes from Auckland, the Coromandel feels like
it's a world away.
Main Attractions / Activities
The jagged, volcanic
hills of the Coromandel Peninsula still retain much of their original
rainforest, including giant kauri trees. Although there are great hiking
trails in the forested hills, probably the greatest attraction is its
spectacular coastline of sandy beaches, coves and harbours that provide
boundless opportunities for fishing, boating and swimming. There's even a
beach with warm water bubbling up through the sand that allows bathers to
scoop out their own spas.
The Coromandel's history is reflected in charming colonial architecture
and historic buildings found in the small towns around the region, which
had their heyday in the mid-1800s following the discovery of gold.
Don't Miss
- Miranda Hot Springs and Shorebird Centre - on the Seabird Coast en
route to Coromandel
- Kauaeranga Valley - great hiking trails, picnic areas and logging
relics
- Hahei Lookout
- Rapaura Water Gardens, West Coast
- Goldfields Steam Train, near Coromandel
- Cathedral Cove, East Coast
- Hot Water Beach, East Coast
- Driving Creek Railway
- Waihi Gold Mine
- Karangahake Gorge - hiking trails, crafts
Main Centres
- Thames - main town and gateway to the Coromandel Peninsula
- Coromandel - charming old gold mining town with many craft shops
- Whitianga - has excellent restaurants. Nearby is spectacular
Cathedral Cove and fascinating Hot Water Beach
- Pauanui - upmarket resort with great fish restaurants and boat
charters
- Whangamata - has the region's best surfing beaches, popular with
recreational fishers
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