It’s a stunning hour-and-a-half return walk along the coastline to Cathedral Cove. As you emerge through the picture-perfect archway framing the beach, …
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Feb 25, 2025
The views were amazing!!! Slightly challenging walk, could be biased as I completed this hike with a sprained ankle. Was worth it! I would have been very upset if I had not completed the walk. My…Full review by Terese C
Feb 23, 2025
For me, the best of NZ so far. Good trek. Awe inspiring scenic beach, good breakers off the beach as well as good swimming conditions. Ticks a lot of boxes. That said, we had a perfect day and were …Full review by Paulviv61
Jan 19, 2025
Great walk with beautiful views. Not an easy walk, per se. you will definitely get the heart rate going and there lots of steps at the beach end - probably a solid 30 minute walk each way. Well wor…Full review by Temac1970
We will be travelling from Hamilton to cathedral cove . Is the route feasible for someone with motion sickness ?
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I sympathise wth you. I get motion sickness too, very easily, although I"m okay if I drive. The Coromandel roads are windy at times, and could make you feel unwell. Do it though, just …
I sympathise wth you. I get motion sickness too, very easily, although I"m okay if I drive. The Coromandel roads are windy at times, and could make you feel unwell. Do it though, just take it easy and stop as necessary for a breather. The walk to Cathedral Cove is well worth the effort. At the Cove, look for the loo with a view, sited up amongst the trees. All the best.
Hi I’m from Auckland and just wondering do you have to pay to visit Cathedral Cave?
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Hi, there is no charge to visit Cathedral cove itself. You may have to pay to park in the car park and then either pay for a bus to the top of the hill where the trail starts or you can hike …
Hi, there is no charge to visit Cathedral cove itself. You may have to pay to park in the car park and then either pay for a bus to the top of the hill where the trail starts or you can hike to the top as we did. It is definitely worth a visit awesome scenery and wildlife!
During what hours can you catch a shuttle bus, in September?
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Probably best to check with the shuttle bus company (maybe call the general store). When I went in April the last bus back was at around 5pm, so I expect it would be similar in …
Probably best to check with the shuttle bus company (maybe call the general store). When I went in April the last bus back was at around 5pm, so I expect it would be similar in September.
Want to catch sunrise at Cathedral Cove for photography. How long does it take to walk from car park, given it will be in the dark (have head torch)?
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We just did thid walk, I'd allow 90 minutes from Hahei. The top car park is not open so you need to park in Hahei, it's about 45 minutes to the first carpark/bus drop off and another 45 …
We just did thid walk, I'd allow 90 minutes from Hahei. The top car park is not open so you need to park in Hahei, it's about 45 minutes to the first carpark/bus drop off and another 45 minutes to the cove
Hi. What's the recommended mode of transport from Whitianga town to Cathedral Cove (we don't have a car). Thank you.
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I'm not sure, sorry. it's about half an hour drive from Whitianga from memory. Maybe you could search to see if there is a day trip bus that can take you there. A car is your best option …
I'm not sure, sorry. it's about half an hour drive from Whitianga from memory. Maybe you could search to see if there is a day trip bus that can take you there. A car is your best option for seeing the sights around there.
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