New Zealand · COROMANDEL TOURS

15 Coromandel Tours, Weighed Against Each Other

37 tours  ·  from $40

New Zealand leaves you fewer spare days than you planned for. These 15 coromandel tours justify one, priced and timed so the choice takes a minute.

Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Cathedral Cove Cruise - Looking below the surface
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Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Cathedral Cove Cruise

1.Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Cathedral Cove Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 937 reviews · from $93Our pick

Spend two hours exploring Cathedral Cove and the Coromandel coast from a glass-bottom boat. Your crew points out sea caves, pinnacles, blowholes, fish, and local history, with snorkeling gear provided for a swim from the boat. Guides such as Caitie, Aliza, Brian, and Olivia are praised for friendly, clear commentary.

“It was amazing! Stunning views and knowledgeable guides. Not overcrowded, so everyone had great views. Michael and Amber were great”

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Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour - Paddling through Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve
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Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

2.Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 887 reviews · from $127

Paddle from Hahei Beach into the Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve, passing beaches, islands, rock gardens, and sea caves. Guides such as Georgia, Ollie, Brad, Nathan, and AJ provide instruction and local stories. The three-hour trip includes kayak gear, snacks, and cappuccinos, hot chocolate, or tea at Cathedral Cove.

“Brad, our guide was knowledgeable about not only the marine life, but of the geology and the history of the area. Equipment was good.”

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Whitianga: 2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise - From Whitianga Wharf into Mercury Bay
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Whitianga: 2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise

3.2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 816 reviews · 2 hours · from $83

From Whitianga Wharf, ride a comfortable yellow and black tour boat along 12 kilometers of Mercury Bay coast. Your guide, often Sam or Justin, points out Cathedral Cove, Hahei, Lonely Bay, sea caves, blowholes, pinnacles, and volcanic rock. The boat stays small enough for close views, with cushioned seats and a sunshade.

“Fantastic experience with our guide Sam ensuring a safe and informative boat ride which far exceeded our expectations. What a beautiful bay!”

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2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy - Cooks Beach and the surprising blow hole
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2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy

4.2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · from $96

Set out from Whitianga Wharf with guides such as Sam, Justin, Liam, or Zinnia for a two-hour cruise through the Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve. A shaded, cushioned boat carries up to 16 people past Lonely Bay, Cooks Blow Hole, Hahei, Hot Water Beach, and Orua Sea Cave. This is a sightseeing cruise, not a swimming or snorkeling trip.

“Awesome guide , great atmosphere , great information along the way! Thanks for a great trip highly recommend”

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One Hour Cathedral Cove Boat Tour in Hahei - Leaving Hahei Beach on a compact vessel
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One Hour Cathedral Cove Boat Tour in Hahei

5.One Hour Cathedral Cove Boat Tour in Hahei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · from $89

Join Hahei Explorer for a one-hour coastal cruise from Hahei Beach. A small boat carries up to 10 people past Cathedral Cove, Orua sea cave, islands, cliffs, and marine reserve waters. Guides such as Andy, Ryan, Scott, and Oscar provide lively local commentary. Lifejackets and dry bags are supplied, but you stay aboard throughout.

“Great tour, the best way to see Cathedral Cove! Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Lots of breathtaking scenery.”

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Cathedral Cove & Coromandel Peninsula Small-Group Day Tours - Hot Water Beach and the tide problem
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Cathedral Cove & Coromandel Peninsula Small-Group Day Tours

6.Cathedral Cove & Coromandel Peninsula Small-Group Day Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 248 reviews · from $164

Travel from Auckland in a small group of up to 15 with guides such as Ark, Simon, Cam, Pearl, or Hanoz. Expect a long but scenic day, snacks and water, a 30 to 45 minute walk to Cathedral Cove, and Hot Water Beach when tides allow. Lunch is bought separately in Hahei.

“Great trip and a very nice and kind tourist guide. The only thing I would like for the tour to change is the scheduled time for coffee and lunch. Coffee is scheduled for 40 minutes, and lunch for an hour, so the hike to the cathedral cove feels rRead more”

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Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Activity - Whitianga departure and the 29-person boat
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Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Activity

7.Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Activity

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 244 reviews · from $86

Join Mercury Bay Discoveries for a 2.5-hour catamaran cruise from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove and the marine reserve. Expect volcanic cliffs, sandy bays, Orua Sea Cave, Champagne Rocks, local stories from guides such as Adam, Libby, Graeme, and Sienna, plus optional snorkeling, tea, coffee, a toilet, and a hot freshwater shower.

“Great time out on the water. Fun friendly crew and lots of local history facts. Then finish off with a snorkel around in the marine reserve. Saw big snapper and stingrays. Worth every penny.”

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Whitianga: Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove - Setting out from Flaxmill Bay
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Whitianga: Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove

8.Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 190 reviews · 3h 30m · from $86

Set sail from Flaxmill Bay aboard Boom Sailing’s modern catamaran, No Worries. Your English-speaking crew, including skippers such as Hamish, Mat, Bridget, and Sam, guides you past Cathedral Cove, offers sailing help, and anchors for an optional swim or snorkel. Morning trips include coffee and banana bread, while afternoons bring local wine or beer and fruit.

“Thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing morning sailing - went for a quick and cold swim, had some hot coffee and saw Cathedral Cove from the water. Our guides were easy going and knowledgeable. Would recommend for anyone looking for something a little off the beaten path!”

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Auckland: Cathedral Cove and Coromandel Small Group Tours - The changing daily plan: tides decide the stops
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Auckland: Cathedral Cove and Coromandel Small Group Tours

9.Cathedral Cove and Coromandel Small Group Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 185 reviews · from $155

Travel from Auckland to Coromandel in a small group, with Cathedral Cove included on every tour and Hot Water Beach added when tides allow. Guides such as Aled, Dave, Simon, Matt, and Hanoz share local stories, provide snacks and drinks, and lead walks to coastal viewpoints. The full-day trip costs NZ$155.

“Brendon was a Great guide! We had a Wonderful time! Highly recommend!”

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Adventurous Zipline Tour in Coromandel - The forest story makes the adventure matter
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Adventurous Zipline Tour in Coromandel

10.Adventurous Zipline Tour in Coromandel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews · from $91

At Driving Creek in Coromandel, two guides outfit you with safety gear and wet-weather clothing before an 18-minute mountain railway ride. Then you walk through native forest and cross eight ziplines covering 705 meters. Guides such as Hannah, Katie, Liam, and Tani have been praised for calm instruction, local stories, and support for nervous first-timers.

“Fun zips and great guides. First a little tiny train takes you to the top of the trail, then you go down a series of eight ziplines with short stops between to learn the history and conservation of the area. The guides were fantastic and the whole experience very funa ND memorable!”

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Whangamata: Donut Island Guided Kayaking Experience - From Whangamata Beach to the island entrance
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Whangamata: Donut Island Guided Kayaking Experience

11.Whangamata: Donut Island Guided Kayaking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 143 reviews · 2 hours · from $62Best value

Paddle 600 metres from Whangamata Beach to Donut Island, also known as Whenuakura, with a small English-speaking group and guides such as Dylan, Hannah, and Mauro. Expect a turquoise lagoon, volcanic rock, native wildlife, and a possible stop at a nearby beach for kawakawa tea when conditions allow.

“Such an unreal experience. The island was absolutely stunning. Was cool kayaking to the other island as well for kawakawa tea and exploring. We got a really windy day which made it challenging but the guides Dylan & Adam (I think) were really great.”

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Sea Cave Adventures in Whitianga - Volcanic caves, arches, and twisting rock
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Sea Cave Adventures in Whitianga

12.Sea Cave Adventures in Whitianga

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 117 reviews · from $87

Set out from Whitianga Wharf for about two hours with guides such as Ash, Shona, or Dee. The small boat can enter caves and volcanic arches that larger boats miss. You’ll hear local Māori, geological, and wildlife stories, then use the included snorkel gear for a swim when conditions allow.

“The guide was amazing and made the tour very interesting. I would highly recommend the 8am tour since you can enter all the caves”

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Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Tour - Cathedral Cove from the water
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Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Tour

13.Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 110 reviews · 2h 30m · from $83

Cruise from Whitianga through the volcanic coast to Cathedral Cove, Orua Sea Cave, Champagne Rocks, islands, and sandy beaches. Guides such as Adam, Graham, Chris, and Koral provide live commentary, while the crew supplies snorkel gear and swim vests for a stop among snapper in the Te Whanganui-o-Hei marine reserve. The modern boat has a toilet, shower, tea, coffee, and room to move.

“The experience with Captain and crew were even better than the scenic sttractions themselves ,,,,!”

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From Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Cruise with Snorkeling - Setting out from Whitianga Wharf
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From Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Cruise with Snorkeling

14.Cathedral Cove Cruise with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 109 reviews · from $82

Join Captain Brian aboard the open Cave Cruzer for a two-hour trip from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove, Shakespeare Cliff, Lonely Bay, and Hahei. Expect fast runs, cave entrances, blowholes, music inside Orua Sea Cave, local stories, and about 10 minutes of optional snorkeling or rock jumping. Snorkel gear is included.

“It was a fantastic experience. Captain Brian was excellent, explaining everything and giving us local information, taking pictures. Felt very safe at all times. Would defined recommend this experience to see the wonderful features of the coastline.”

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Coromandel: Guided Zipline Tour Experience - Getting fitted and learning the safety system
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Coromandel: Guided Zipline Tour Experience

15.Coromandel: Guided Zipline Tour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 62 reviews · 2h 30m · from $87

You’ll ride a 15-minute mountain railway to eight forest ziplines, including a 200-metre line and platforms up to 25 metres high. Two English-speaking guides handle the safety systems, share Coromandel’s kauri and mining story, and take free photos. The small group is limited to 10 people.

“Fantastic instructors, friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. Lots of fun. Interesting location with lots to see. Highly recommend”

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