Whitianga, Hahei Activities & Attractions
Things to Do and See in Whitianga, Kuaotunu and Hahei
The Whitianga region has all types of activities and attractions for visitors: boat tours and kayaks, old pubs with music, fishing and diving, mini putt and kid’s quads and don’t miss Cathedral Cove or the DIY spas at Hot Water Beach.
Coromandel Helicopters
Design your own Helicopter adventure! Choose from one of our luxury scenic flights, City transfer, Island hopping, Heli picnic, Vineyard lunch or one of our ultimate heli sport adventure flights! You will love the spectacular scenery whichever flight you choose. Contact us any time and see your dream come to life!
SH25
Whitianga
Phone: 0800 864 354
Mobile: 027 467 2643
Whitianga Adventures
Cruise the coastline between Whitianga and Hot Water Beach, see Cathedral Cove & the Marine Reserve. Explore towering volcanic rock formations, blowholes and one of NZs largest Sea Caves - Orua Cave. All from our safe & comfy purpose built boat. Sea Cave Adventure departs Whitianga Wharf 10.30 & 1.30 daily, also 8am and 3.30 on demand.
Phone: 0800 80 60 60
Cathedral Cove Macadamias
A warm welcome awaits you at the orchard of Cathedral Cove Macadamias. An abundance of bird life thrives in this beautiful setting of Macadamia, New Zealand Native & Fruit trees. Visit our Orchard Shop to sample our range of Macadamia products! Open Daily 10am - 3pm.
335 Lees Road
Hahei
Phone: 07 867 1221
The Lost Spring Whitianga
A unique geothermal water and spa experience with sculpted pools and rocks, hidden gemstones and soothing waterfalls. Relax in thermal pools of crystal clear water from 644m down. Explore the remarkable grounds with lush NZ and tropical plants. Revitalize with a variety of treatments in the exquisite Day Spa.
121A Cook Drive
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 0456
Aotearoa Lodge, Tours & Cruises
Whitianga’s Ultimate Breakaway: Adventure and Fun - explore our amazing coastline by sea or land. Chill out - sample wine and local produce at Cook’s Beach vineyard. Relax and Soak in natural hot water at the Lost Spring. Then unwind in our quiet 2.5 acre parklike garden. One nights accommodation included.
Racecourse Road
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 2807
Mill Creek Bird & Campervan Park
Over 400 birds – one of Australasia’s largest collections. Plus friendly farm animals, wildlife, reptiles, native species and hands-on encounters with our NEW wallabies, cockatoos, Magoo the Macaw, reptiles and donkeys. Playground, cafe, walk-in aviary, eel feeding. Opening 2010 - KIWI enclosure! Also B&B and camp ground accommodation.
365 Mill Creek Road
RD1 Whitianga
Phone/Fax: 07 866 0166
Stargazers B&B and Observatory
Accommodation with a difference: Choose from the luxury B&B in a bush setting to the self contained historic miner’s cottage or old woolshed bach. Night sky star-gazing tours using research grade telescope offered for house guests & casual visitors. Identify constellations, view planets and the moon when sky conditions permit. Astronomy giftshop. Bookings essential.
392 SH25
Kuaotunu
Phone: 07 866 5343
Birdwood Springs Mini Putt
Fun for all the family! Birdwood Springs is arguably New Zealand’s No. 1 Mini Putt Course. With 18 challenging holes – beautiful landscaping and a Kee-Wee the Kiwi theme park, it is a must for anybody visiting Whitianga. Take up the challenge and visit Birdwood Springs.
101 Joan Gaskell Drive
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 0064
Mobile: 021 025 234 63
Cathedral Cove Dive & Snorkel
Cathedral Cove and Hahei offer spectacular diving and snorkelling both within the Marine Reserve and around the islands, pinnacles and volcanic coastline. No experience is necessary. Our shop has full hire and retail: snorkel, scuba, boogie boards, bikes and LPG. PADI Dive Courses. Also air fills and bait. Find us in Hahei Beach Road.
Contact: Wendy & Russ
Hahei Beach Road
Hahei
Phone: 07 866 3955
Banana Boat Whitianga
26th Dec - end of school hols: all day thrill and scenic rides, $10 & $15, from Buffalo Beach. Cathedral Cove Trip, 9am daily, booking reqd. For remainder of year: 1/4, 1/2 and full day hire, banana boat and beach fun, Cathedral Cove - fantastic for schools and groups. Also tours, picnics on isolated beaches etc.
Buffalo Beach
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 0166
Bay Carving & Gallery Whitianga
Carve your own unique souvenir or select from our wide range of carvings in bone, greenstone (jade), paua (shell), horn, antlers or kauri gum. Ideal gifts. Carving your own takes approx. 2 hrs, no artistic talent required. Minimum age 10 years. Bay Carving have been tutoring in the ancient art since 1995.
12 The Esplanade
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 4021
DIVE HQ Whitianga
Dive Training, Rental Equipment, Service Centre, Dive Trips, Retail and Air Fills. Learn to dive with us on the spectacular Coromandel. Padi accredited instructors. Trips from boat/shore and kayak. Safety, quality, value and fun!
7 Blacksmith Lane
Whitianga
Phone: 07 867 1580
Whiti Farm Park and Tipi Accom
Explore 8 acres of real Kiwi farm park. Meet, feed and interact with dozens of friendly farmyard and exotic birds, animals & reptiles, in a safe, clean environment. Machinery, a train, a fire engine and games are dotted around to intrigue, inspire and educate. BBQ’s/picnic areas. Stay the night in our Kiwi Tipis.
Hosts: Jessy & Ronnie
2414 Tairua-Whitianga Road SH25
Phone: 07 866 2349
Cathedral Cove Sea Kayaking
Winners of the Regional Tourism Awards 2003. Based in Hahei for "Simply some of the best paddling on the planet." Join us on our Beaches, Islands, Caves, Coves & Cappuccinos tour and discover the magic of this unique volcanic coast, up close and personal. Phone: bookings are essential. Ferry pickups available.
Phone: 07 866 3877
Cave Cruzer Adventures
A Magical Sea Cave Adventure! Cathedral Cove and the Marine Reserve Islands and Blowholes. See Blue Penguins up close with possible Dolphin encounters! Meet your Captain, Steve on his ex navy inflatable and enjoy his amazing sea cave experience. Departs Daily Whitianga Wharf.
Phone: 07 866 0611
Freephone: 0800 4CRUZE
Hahei Explorer
View two of the magical film locations from the latest Narnia movie Prince Caspian, including Cathedral Cove. Watch the awesome marine life up close and/or snorkel the marine reserve with all equipment supplied free. Explore spectacular sea caves and if dolphins take time out of their busy schedules to visit us in the bay, we have a marine mammal watch permit.
Hahei Beach
Phone: 07 866 3910
Mobile: 021 478 291
Aotearoa Lodge, Tours and Conference Centre
Relaxed homely ambience, 1km to the beach. Guest lounge and breakfast room. Quality 11 x twin studio rooms 3 x self catering units. Conference Centre. Aotearoa Tours 1, 2 and 3 day sightseeing Coro/Rotorua.
Racecourse Road
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 2807
Fax: 07 866 4583
High Zone Adventure Ropes Course
Challenge yourself to 9 exciting activities between 15 metre high poles. Harness up to walk the log, leap for the trapeze and other high wire thrills. For the ultimate adrenalin rush, freefall from the exhilarating high giant swing. Suitable for all ages, families, groups and team building. Priced from $10 - $60. NEW – 150 metre flying fox.
49 Kaimarama Road
Whitianga
Phone/Fax: 07 866 2113
Mobile: 027 611 8188
Combat Zone Paintball & Family Adventure Park
Lots to do for all the family from 5yrs and over. Quad Bike Rides, Archery, Argo Rides, Target Paintball Shooting, Laser Tag, Soccer Golf (new to NZ) and of course two fantastic Paintball fields. Come and have a blast!
Contact: Eric or Sandy
108 Kaimarama Road
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 0038
Mobile: 0275 266 228
Rangihau Ranch
The "Real NZ Ride" Guided horse treks into the Coromandel Ranges following the original packhorse trails of the 1800s. Rugged ranges, native bush and fantastic views. Treks of 1, 1 1/2, and 2 hours. All ages and experience including pre-schoolers.
Hosts: Nick & Tessa
Rangihau Road
Coroglen
Phone: 07 866 3875
Fax: 07 866 3837
Hot Water Beach Surf School
Hot Water Beach is a great place for learning to surf and our school is here to help teach anybody to ride a wave. We have surf lifesaving, first aid and surf coaching qualifications and give a three hour surf lesson on technique surf awarness, safety and will get you up and riding. Our shop has New Zealand art, surf gears and a great view down the beach. Come surfing!
42 Boat Harbour Road
RD1 Whitianga
Phone: 0800 HANG 10
The Bike Man
Whitianga's only dedicated cycle shop. Come down to Coghill Street, visit Greg and Tina and receive friendly informative service. Greg is a certified Shimano mechanic and can tackle most jobs. They have an enormous range of parts and accessories, most everything related to cycling. They hire bikes for trips around the coast, across on the ferry and sell bike brands such as Giant, Haro, Diamondback and Raleigh.
Contact: Greg & Tina
16 Coghill Street
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 0745
Fax: 07 866 0740
Whitianga Bike Park - It's FREE!
Developed in Moewai Road (by the airport) by the Bike Club, the park has differing grade trails; open areas with jumps, through bush on easy flats and steep hard riding single track. Bridges and ramps cross waterways. Alongside the carpark are elevated riding platforms, seesaws, jumps and bike wash. The Bikeman and I-Site have trail maps. We're near the airport.
Moewai Road
Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 0745
Kelly’s Hire & Hardware Matarangi
Call at Kelly’s for holiday hire and supplies: fishing gear, diving gear, dive bottle refills. Kayak hire and sales. Boating and marine supplies, gardening products, hardware. And for your bach: garden furniture, sunhats, decor, gifts and beach toys.
Matarangi Drive Shopping Centre
Matarangi
Phone: 07 866 5430
Fax: 07 866 5435