10 Free Things to do in Coromandel Peninsula That You Shouldn't Miss

February 23, 2022 Florencio Paulino

Discover the best top things to do in Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand including Matarangi Beach, Otama Beach, Stingray Bay, Cathedral Cove Walk, Coromandel Forest Park, Mercury Bay, Burke Street Wharf, Whangamata Beach, New Chums Beach, Mount Paku.
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1. Matarangi Beach

Matarangi New Zealand
Excellent
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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Matarangi Beach

Reviewed By travelnomadnz - Cambridge, New Zealand

It’s an amazing place beautiful white sand. You can swim in the sea, kayak, paddle board or just walk along the beach. Matarangi Beach has something for everyone. Hints : sunscreen, moisturiser , jandals , sunhat , sunglasses and spends lots of time here

2. Otama Beach

Black Jack Road, Kuaotunu 3592 New Zealand
Excellent
81%
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19%
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5.0 based on 62 reviews

Otama Beach

Reviewed By puk284

This beach is everything you imagine a remote coromandel beach to look like. Breathtaking as you spy the beach for the first time. Pohutukawa trees line the edge providing the sought after shade in the height of summer, white sand and clear sparkling water. There is even a swing in the trees. Dogs are permitted all day at the southern end of the beach. One of the few besches that allow this. Swimming is good, although it has a steeper slope than Opito. Easy access down steps. A beach worth spending the day at with the whole family.

3. Stingray Bay

Hahei 3591 New Zealand
Excellent
76%
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

Stingray Bay

Reviewed By Jamesbutler94 - Kendal, United Kingdom

Stopped at Stingray Bay for a swim on the way back from the cove. Instead of swimming, I just waded around the shallows watching the beautiful Stingrays gliding around. Was a real treat, saw alot of people just turning up and taking a couple of photos then leave. Get in the water and see the rays!

4. Cathedral Cove Walk

65 Grange Rd S, Hahei 3591 New Zealand http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/coromandel/places/hahei-area/tracks/cathedral-cove-walk/
Excellent
73%
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22%
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3%
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4.5 based on 2,404 reviews

Cathedral Cove Walk

Reviewed By greatwhitelion - Hobart, Australia

We parked in the car park at the entrance to Hahei and caught the shuttle bus to the start of the walk. Fantastic views from Cathedral Cove viewing deck right at the start.The walk undulates up and down through some forest and open land to Cathedral Cove with lots of great views along the way. It brings you out on the beach where you can walk through Cathedral Rock to the next lovely sandy beach. Along the way are short detours to Stingray Beach and Gemstone Bay both worthwhile.

5. Coromandel Forest Park

Coromandel New Zealand http://www.newzealandnz.co.nz/forest-parks/coromandel.html
Excellent
67%
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

Coromandel Forest Park

Reviewed By Acineto - Auckland Central, New Zealand

We went up the Pinnacles from the Kauaeranga Road carpark up the Webb Creek Trail. We stayed the night at the Pinnacles hut and then walked back to the carpark through the Billygoat Trail. The trail near the top had amazing views of the forest area around the pinnacles. It was quite scenic all around the area. There were also plenty of other camping and tramping options around the area. The trails all crisis cross with each other so looking at the right trail for your experience isn't too difficult.

6. Mercury Bay

Albert Street Whitianga, Coromandel 3510 New Zealand 866 5555 http://www.whitianga.co.nz
Excellent
70%
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23%
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

Mercury Bay

7. Burke Street Wharf

Burke Street West Moanataiari, Thames New Zealand
Excellent
31%
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Burke Street Wharf

Reviewed By 491wendym

We went to this historic site to take some photographs and we were not disappointed. The tide ws was high and the sunset was stunning, when you look at this site alot of history and the days that were come to mind

8. Whangamata Beach

Whangamata New Zealand
Excellent
72%
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4.5 based on 394 reviews

Whangamata Beach

Reviewed By TravellingMrsH07 - Auckland Central, New Zealand

Love this beach - it's so beautiful and even in the height of summer it still feels peaceful. Gorgeous sand, views out to the islands. The southern end (with the estuary) is great for kids, and the waves are good for body surfing/boogie boarding.

9. New Chums Beach

Mangakahia Dr, Whangapoua 3582 New Zealand https://www.tcdc.govt.nz/Visiting-or-moving-to-the-Coromandel/Walkways-cycleway-and-fitness-trails/New-Chum-Beach-Whangapoua/
Excellent
70%
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4.5 based on 152 reviews

New Chums Beach

Reviewed By 55adventuresKimberly

The walk up to the lookout is incredible, not for the faint at heart and maybe not after a good rain either. It's not accessible other than by foot. No Dogs allowed as there are nesting dotterels in the area. Native Pohutukawa trees cover the cliff faces with no houses or humans insight. Its stunning pink rocks and slightly pink sand are just what you need after about a 30 min walk over the saddle of the headlands.

10. Mount Paku

Tairua New Zealand http://www.itravelnz.com/listing/mt-paku-tairua.html
Excellent
70%
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4.5 based on 251 reviews

Mount Paku

Reviewed By AlanL896 - Lewes, United Kingdom

It's worth climbing up the steep path to the top of Mount Paku, as the 360 degrees view from the top is wonderful.

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