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12 hours
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This is your opportunity to visit Mautohe Cathedral Cove, named one of the Top 50 Beaches in the World!
Leave Auckland behind to immerse yourself in the striking natural beauty of the Coromandel Peninsula.
Highlights:
• Cathedral Cove
• Coromandel Peninsula
• Hot Water Beach - bring a towel & swimwear!
Access to Cathedral Cove is weather-dependent. For safety reasons, the track may be unsuitable after or during heavy rain. In such cases, alternative arrangements will be made to ensure you still have an incredible experience.
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
To ensure everyone has an enjoyable experience, we kindly ask that you consider your fitness and mobility before joining our tours. This helps maintain a smooth pace for the group and ensures a positive experience for all.
Guests must wear reliable, closed-in footwear suitable for walking on various terrains.
For safety reasons, the track may be unsuitable after or during heavy rain. In such cases, alternative arrangements will be made
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can provide your own or one can be provided for $20 NZD (with 24 hours notice).
Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a large amount of walking over uneven surfaces is involved.
Guests must have a high level of fitness and be capable of completing the challenging 40-minute walk to and from Cathedral Cove.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Spades for Hot Water Beach
Intimate fully-guided tour
Water available & snacks provided
Lunch (opportunities to purchase at own expense)
Towels & Swim wear
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Auckland Central
Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top highlights.
Exiting Auckland we travel south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, encountering beautiful scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities, impressive mountains and several farm animals along the way.
Pickup included
173 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Anna P,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
Maravilloso. The driver, Jeff, very attentive and being a small group in a full day travel van, made the visit even more endearing.
Madison N,
Apr 29, 2025
- Viator
Dave was the best! Super knowledgeable and nice. Would definitely recommend. Two cheeky kiwi tours so far and both 10/10!
Beth L,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
Enjoyed the day. Was unfortunate that we missed the low tide for the hot water beach. Low tide was 8:30am and we would have had a window of one hour on each side to be able to dig in the warm sand for the hot water. Unfortunately we arrived at 10:30am and tide was already coming in at that point so missed out on that activity. Beautiful scenery along the way
Lynn G,
Apr 23, 2025
- Viator
There is a lot of walking with significant hills, and stairways without rails. The description of the tour should include more on that it is fairly strenuous. We enjoyed the trip and would do it again.
Parul K,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
We had a great experience with this tour. This is a must do if you are in Auckland area. Matt was very good and coordinated it very well. He kept us engaged and treated like a family.
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