NEW ZEALAND · CATHEDRAL COVE TOURS
The 15 best cathedral cove tours you can book today, with the price, the run time and who each one suits. The first is first for a reason.
See Cathedral Cove above and below the water on a two-hour glass-bottom boat cruise with snorkeling, wildlife, and local stories.
“Fantastic, Olivia and Dylan were great hosts, and very knowledgeable about the history and wildlife in and around the ocean”
Paddle to Cathedral Cove through sea caves and marine life, then enjoy cappuccino, hot chocolate, and cookies on the beach.
“This experience was fantastic! Georgia was an excellent guide who showed us all around the area and also exercised good judgment. When my teens were struggling a bit towards the end, she tied their kayak to hers and toed them in. There were many people who signed up for this excursion, but the kayak company divided us into a small group which was nice. It was lovely going for a swim at Cathedral Cove and Georgia even made us hot drinks on the beach! Would definitely recommend!”
Review of Whitianga’s two-hour Cathedral Cove cruise, with volcanic cliffs, sea caves, local stories, wildlife chances, price, and practical tips.
“Had a wonderful time on the 2-hour boat tour. The trip was well-organized, and the scenery was beautiful. Our guide, Sam, was knowledgeable and made the experience enjoyable. The boat was comfortable, and everything ran smoothly. Overall, a great experience and would definitely recommend!”
Cruise Cathedral Cove and New Zealand’s volcanic coast from Whitianga aboard a shaded boat with local stories, caves, beaches, and photo stops.
“It was an amazing experience, one I would recommend. The views were breathtaking and the knowledge of our tour guide just added to the trip.”
Review of Hahei’s one-hour Cathedral Cove boat tour, with caves, marine reserve scenery, local stories, practical tips, price, and booking advice.
“Absolutely awesome! Highly recommend, we were the only two on our boat trip being that it was in May when tourist season had quietened down. Was a perfectly sunny day and Scott was fantastic and very informative! Do it!!”
Review of Cheeky Kiwi’s Coromandel day tour from Auckland, with Cathedral Cove, tide-dependent Hot Water Beach, snacks, guides, and practical tips.
“good day out, nice beaches. The cathedral cove is really a rock formation on a beach, with a long and at times steep walk so make sure you're feeling fit.”
Cruise from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove, Orua Sea Cave, and Champagne Rocks with snorkeling, local stories, and a warm onboard shower.
“This was a great cruise around the coastline from Whitianga. Some fantastic rocklands and sandy beaches could be seen and the commentary by the staff was interesting. Cathedral Cove was stunning to see and not to busy. We ventureRead more”
Sail Mercury Bay to Cathedral Cove on a comfortable catamaran with optional snorkeling, local drinks, snacks, and friendly guides.
“A great day. The all girl crew were excellent. Being a sailor it was great to helm the yacht as well. Much better value than the sailing in Auckland harbour.”
Cruise Cathedral Cove and Orua Sea Cave, snorkel with snapper, and explore Coromandel’s volcanic coast aboard a modern vessel.
“We loved every minute of our trip. The skipper and his young compatriot were very knowledgeable and both had a great sense of humour. Even the rain didn’t damper our cruise out on the water. What a wonderful experience! We are definitely going to do this same trip next year. Thank you!”
Snorkel Cathedral Cove from Hahei on a small speedboat with warm wetsuits, expert skippers, rays, fish, and a free gear bonus.
“Great, the guides know where to see the most fish!!!”
Review of Auckland’s 10-hour Coromandel tour, with Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach, a small group van, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Van seats incredibly uncomfortable for long drive. Description should mention specifically that it’s a 3.5 mile walk and equivalent of 20 flights of stairs since older couple in our group struggled. Cathedral cove was stunning, and wish we knew to wear suits there to swim since you couldn’t really swim at hot water beach. Also missed the low tide to experience the hot tubs. Overall loved the scenery but not the greatest group experience”
Review of Hahei Explorer’s one-hour Cathedral Cove boat tour, with sea caves, marine life, local commentary, costs, tips, and practical advice.
“Very nice Cruise on the océan to discover cathedral cove and other ocean caves… Seeing fishes ! Nice comments from a nice fellow during the cruise!!! Hermetic bags for valuable items are provided! Useful ! A good choice !”
Review of Auckland’s Coromandel day trip, with Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach, lunch, small-group transport, costs, tips, and practical advice.
“Such an amazing locations, had a great time on this trip and the guide Jamie was super helpful with everything!”
Cruise from Tairua to Cathedral Cove, Orua Sea Cave, Hot Water Beach, and a marine reserve on a guided two-hour boat tour.
“Great trip. Very entertaining and lovely tour guide. Saw a lot of animals on our trip. Even managed to see a whale in the water (made the tour go longer, but so worth it!) Highly recommended! Especially if you don't want to drive up all the way to Whitianga for a trip to Cathedral Cove.”
Paddle Hahei’s marine reserve to Cathedral Cove, with sea caves, island views, swimming, hot drinks and cookies on the beach.
“Lovely little kayak trip out to an island, then to Cathedral Cove. Time for a swim and a shower under a waterfall, then real coffee on the beach - yum! Nathan was fun and informative, and the equipment was in good nick.”
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