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Talk to a Coromandel Local
Mike Grogan from Cathedral Cove Kayak Tours at Hahei Beach shares what he loves most about living in The Coromandel!
Mike Grogan - Cathedral Cove Kayak Tours, Hahei Beach
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My top five must-do’s for visitors would have to be…
• Cathedral Cove
• Hot Water Beach – I suggest visit at dawn or late at night, if the tides suit.
• New Chum Beach
• Waiau Falls and Kauri Grove – on the 309 Road
• Stoney Bay to Fletcher Bay Walk
The Coromandel has dozens of beautiful short walking tracks that very few people use. A quick search of the Department of Conservation website gives all the options.
I’m starting to feel hungry just thinking about Wharf Road Café in Coromandel Town. When I’m home in Hahei then I’m spoilt for choice... all the local eateries have something tasty to offer after a Cathedral Cove adventure!
For a delightful day trip, head to Ōtama Beach. It’s a quintessential Coromandel beach where time seems to stop. Grab lunch at Luke’s Kitchen where you turn off at Kūaotunu or bring a picnic because there are no shops at Ōtama. Lie on the beach, relax, swim, repeat.
Living in The Coromandel is awesome. Why? Surf, sun, beaches, people and community. For my family it’s all about the ocean. We love The Coromandel and are very grateful to call it home.
