Coromandel Travel Guide
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Coromandel Region
Rolling hills, natural hot pools, beaches, local galleries, more beaches — there’s a laid back style of living along the
Coromandel Peninsula. The
Coromandel is one of New Zealand’s most-loved holiday destinations. Here you’ll find a feast of outdoor activities — swimming, diving, fishing, snorkeling, surfing, kayaking, cruising, walking — all linked by the Pacific Coast Highway, which travels through this relaxed region offering a road trip full of natural attractions, history, culture and easygoing recreation.
Climate Summer: 14 - 23°C
Winter: 6 - 15°C
Average rainfall: 101mm/year
Cool Facts• New Zealand's first gold strike was recorded at Driving Creek in 1852.
• The
Coromandel was the first region in New Zealand to develop a sustainable tourism strategy.
• The 309 road, a scenic winding gravel road that follows the Mahakirau stream, is named after the height of its summit (309 metres). It’s also the shortest route to
Coromandel Town.
• Hot Water beach gets its hot water from underground hot springs that can reach temperatures of 64ºC (147ºF)!
• Waikino’s unofficial “Sheriff” drives around town in a wacky car with a canine sidekick and back seat full of speakers. You’ll hear him coming!
For a taste of life in the Coromandel, check out these videos from Tourism Coromandel:
