Coromandel Peninsula

A warm Pacific climate and gently rolling green hills, once covered with majestic kauri trees – the ancient giants of the forest – shaped the landscape of New Zealand’s Coromandel Peninsula on the North Island centuries ago.
Today, challenging hiking trails following former logging tracks, past old log-driving dams and up rocky steps in the Pinnacles Range near Thames, tell the story of the once-prosperous timber industry, when vast areas of native forest were cleared.
For a more relaxing experience, enjoy a warm soak in the natural hot springs at Hot Water Beach or explore the stunning coastal scenery of Cathedral Cove. With convenient ferry connections, the peninsula has become a popular getaway for residents of Auckland.