Enjoy a coastal walk to Cathedral Cove with panoramic clifftop views, relax in a natural hot spa bath by simply digging a hole in the sand at Hot Water Beach or explore the colourful Marine Reserve - the possibilities are endless.
Nearby Hahei offers of the finest beaches on the Coromandel Peninsula. On most occasions it is safe for family swimming, Boogie Boarding and other aquatic activities.
Cathedral Cove Sea Seakayaking
1/2 day eco tours run from Hahei beach, morning & afternoon. Open all year - landing twice daily at Cathedral Cove.
No experience necessary - Phone bookigs essential.
 Hahei Explorer
The original Scenic Adventure Boat Trips.
Daily scenic adventure trips to the Hahei marine reserve.
 Purangi Golf & Country Club
Purangi Golf Course is a fully maintained 9 hole golf course. Playable all weather.
Affiliate Green Fees $15, $12 with Guide Non-Affiliate Green Fees $15, $12 with Guide. Ph: 07 866 3599
Glass Bottom Boat Enjoy Cathedral Cove, marine wildlife and stunning coastal scenery: - Unique Eco adventure exploring our wonderful marine wildlife - Sensational snorkelling (equipment supplied) - Glass Bottom viewing of amazing fish life in the Marine Reserve. Fun commentary enriched with local history & culture - Licensed to view magical dolphins & marine mammals - Daily trips year round departing at 10.30am & 1.30pm from Whitianga wharf.
The Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve covers 9 square kilometres and is New Zealand's sixth marine reserve.
This site was chosen for a marine reserve because of the rich and varied habitats associated with the coastline and outlying islands. Reefs of hard rock, soft sediments, intricate caves and underwater arches provide homes for complex communities of plants, crustacea, moluscs and fish. Sheltered from the worst of the southerly winds Te Whanganui-A-Hei gives visitors and unparalleled opportunity to learn from and enjoy an unspoilt marine environment.
Information signs are located at Hahei Beach, Wigmore Stream, Cooks Beach and Whitianga launching ramps. These signs have maps showing the reserve boundaries as well as other information about the reserve. The actual boundary is marked by large white posts placed on the islands and at each end of the mainland boundary.
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