
Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Non-refundable booking. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
Not yet rated
No traveler reviews have been published for this experience yet.
Quick answer
Is Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours worth booking?
Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours is a 10-hour experience in Auckland, New Zealand, from $588 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 43 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $588 per person
Explore the best of the Coromandel Peninsula on this small-group, fully guided day trip from Auckland. Experience the exciting activities and opulent landscapes Coromandel has to offer, including a scenic adventure boat
What you get
About this experience
Explore the best of the Coromandel Peninsula on this small-group, fully guided day trip from Auckland. Experience the exciting activities and opulent landscapes Coromandel has to offer, including a scenic adventure boat trip to the world-famous Cathedral Cove, spectacular sea caves, Narnia movie Prince Caspian filming locations, and Hot Water Beach for some natural spa beach time with a kiwi-style picnic lunch at the beach café. Designed with a relaxed pace, this tour gives you time to explore two of New Zealand’s most iconic coastal destinations, Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach.
What's included
Included
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Phone chargers on board
- Lunch
- Admission fees
- Meet and Greet at Airport/Wharf pickup
Not included
- Dinner
What you'll see and do
Hot Water Beach
Stop At: Hot Water Beach, Hot Water Beach, Coromandel Peninsula, Waikato Region, North Island Deep within the earth, a natural spring runs beneath Hot Water Beach, bubbling up to emerge through the sand as naturally heated mineral water. At the southern end of the beach, it’s possible to dig your own hot pool in the sand. Relaxing in your own spa pool, meters from the Pacific Ocean, is a unique feeling. Duration: 2 hours Includes Spades provided for Hot Water Beach
120 minutes here
Stop At: Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour, End of the beach, Wigmore Crescent, Hahei 3591, New Zealand Take a scenic adventure boat trip and travel up to 14km out to sea to the world-famous Cathedral Cove, spectacular, massive sea caves, marine reserves, reefs, and more. A photographer's dream offering an intimate encounter with the Coromandel's stunning coastline, this amazing boat tour visits world-famous Cathedral Cove. See all the highlights in one hour, including the remote coast with its spectacular sea caves, and when the tide conditions are right, you will have an opportunity to visit the hidden underground blowhole. Encountering Penguins, seals & dolphins is a delight when they take their time out of their busy schedule to visit you in the bay. The magnificence of this natural volcanic scenery is legendary, and the sea approach, combined with insightful yet relaxed commentary, further enhances your overall experience. Duration: 1 hour
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Small Group Tours
Luxury Mercedes Benz Duration: 13 hours Auckland to Coromandal Pickup included
Private Group Tours
Luxury Mercedes Benz Van Duration: 13 hours Café style picnic lunch Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Brightlane Luxury Transfers & Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos






Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $588 to $980
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 43
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Auckland.
How much does Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours cost?
+
Prices start at $588 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Auckland usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours take?
+
Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Auckland is not rushed.
Is Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Auckland, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours?
+
No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours?
+
Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Auckland can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Auckland and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Auckland within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Auckland?
+
On Outty we rank every Auckland experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch, Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel, Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Auckland?
+
Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Auckland?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch Tours.
Pick your date





