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Hahei & Cathedral Cove Must-Do's
Cathedral Cove Kayak Tours
Paddle to Cathedral Cove or explore a coastline rarely seen by travellers on The Remote Coast Tour. Get ready to discover old volcanic islands, sea caves and blowholes.
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Kayaking in Hahei © Graeme Murray
Hot Water Beach
Ten minutes by car from Hahei. Dig yourself a jacuzzi two hours either side of low tide, make a hole in the sand and watch the hot water rise up.
The Gemstone Bay Snorkel Trail
This bay is along the track to Cathedral Cove and brimming with sea life, making it a great place to snorkel. There are information panels attached to four buoys, so you’ll know what you’re looking at.
Walking in Cathedral Cove © Graeme Murray
Whanganui O Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve
Walk the coast to irresistible coves and bays. The most popular track is an easy 90-minute amble to Cathedral Cove and its famed archway, accessible only by foot or by boat. The nearest town is Hahei, from where you can also depart (allow an extra 20 minutes).
Hahei Explorer
Launch from Hahei Beach for a one-hour exploration of the cove, blowholes, the islands and Orua Sea Cave. With luck, a pod of playful dolphins will join you for the ride.
Banana Boats
Zip over the azure water from Hahei to Cathedral Cove on a banana boat. Bring your snorkels for swims en route or book the Sunset Tour for an early evening ride.
Boat Tours Scenic Cruises
These cruises come in all shapes and sizes, but Cave Cruzer boasts a small 10-person motorboat which can access smaller areas, and a permit which allows closer proximity to marine life.
Glass Bottom Boat
Explore reef systems, crayfish, stingrays and even octopus from a window in the boat’s floor. Should the water prove too enticing, snorkelling gear is also supplied.
