Little more than an hour's travel east of Auckland City, the Coromandel is where many New Zealanders dream of making their second home.

Remote, yet close at hand, the Coromandel has always been one of New Zealand's best loved hoiday destinations.  A visit will reveal Coromandel's secrets. Picturesque coastline, rainforest covered hills tumbling down to splendid beaches, and small villages vibrant with flourishing arts and crafts can be found here.

This is a region dedicated to eco-tourism, offering excellent golfing, diving, swimming with dolphins, and other relaxing leisure opportunities.  Imagine a pristine beach where you can dig your own spa bath in the sand - hot water bubbling up endlessly from deep in the earth.  Much of New Zealand's early history can be seen on the Coromandel, from the great canoes of Maori legend to Captain Cook's landing at Mercury Bay.  With its temperate subtropical climate, romantic 'discovery' ambience and charming sophistication, Coromandel offers a wonderful playground which New Zealanders love to share with the visitor.

Aotearoa Lodge

Set amongst ten acres of tranquil farmland and just minutes from town and the picturesque Buffalo Beach.

Driving Creek Railway & Potteries

The one hour return trip on this railway in innovatively designed trains includes viaducts (including the unique double decker). Two spirals, three reverses, tunnels and a magnificent view from the ridge-top terminus where a talk is given about local history, ecology and activities including the potteries. The train passes through a native kauri forest replanting project.

Brian Boru Motel

Established in 1868 and only 70 minutes from Auckland Airport. Famous for it's Murder Mystery Weekends.

Last Updated: 01 Apr 2002