Family Friendly Activities in Coromandel

The Coromandel Peninsula suits families well, with short boat trips, gentle beaches and Cathedral Cove itself all within easy reach of Whitianga and Hahei. Our Coromandel family friendly activities cover a Cathedral Cove boat tour and a guided day tour from Auckland.

A Boat Trip the Whole Family Can Enjoy

The Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Tour is a two hour cruise from Whitianga Wharf past hidden coves and dramatic rock formations to the famous archway at Cathedral Cove, an easy way for younger children to see the sight without a long walk.

A Guided Day Trip from Auckland

The Coromandel Day Tour brings Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach within reach of an Auckland base, with a small group guide handling the driving and the day's itinerary.

More Ways to Keep the Whole Family Busy

For families keen to get on the water themselves, the wider Coromandel boat tours range includes the Aldermen Islands Nature Reserve Boat Tour, and the Cathedral Cove Classic Kayaking Tour welcomes paddlers from age five in double kayaks with an adult.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cathedral Cove boat tour suitable for young children? Yes, the Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Tour is a relaxed cruise suitable for all ages, viewing the archway from the water without a walk in.

Do I need my own car to visit the Coromandel with kids from Auckland? No, the Coromandel Day Tour is a guided small group day trip from Auckland covering Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach.

What is the minimum age for the Cathedral Cove kayaking tour? Children from age five can join the Cathedral Cove Classic Kayaking Tour in a double kayak with an adult.

Can families see wildlife on a Coromandel boat tour? Yes, the Aldermen Islands Nature Reserve Boat Tour on the wider Coromandel boat tours range offers sightings of dolphins, seals and seabirds.

How long is the Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Tour? The cruise runs two hours round trip from Whitianga Wharf.