COROMANDEL COASTAL WALKWAY
Fletcher Bay © Getty Images
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Stride 10km of glorious coast and bush tracks across the northern end of the Coromandel Peninsula.
Where is it?
Start at Stony Bay, about an hour from Colville township, heading towards Fletcher Bay.
Terrain
Coastal bush paths with some steep sections.
Good to know
If you want to make it an overnight adventure, there are DOC campgrounds at Stony and Fletcher bays; if you don’t wish to carry a tent, there’s a backpackers at Fletcher Bay. Many rental car firms don’t insure beyond Colville, but there are several shuttle services and tour operators who can assist you on this walk. Continued on p.32 >
3.5hr; 10km one way Reasonable fitness required Some steep sections No dogs
OTAUTU BAY FARM CAMP
Sweet as, bro! Brush up on your Kiwi lingo at the Whiritoa Store and Café, 15 minutes south of Whangamata. Burger options include the ‘yeah nah’ and ‘choice aye’. Afterward, enjoy a postburger nap on Whiritoa Beach or walk a further 15 minutes to Waimama Bay where the sand is white and deserted.
ON THE POHUTUKAWA COAST
Whiritoa General Store © DWB
no noise, no stress, no worries • Spectacular views and harbour‑front location • Great venue for weddings and conferences • Surrounded by a farm • Cabins available, ideal for fishing groups or backpackers • Free kayaks, swimming pool, BBQ, games room, nature walks, fishing etc • Tariff: from $40-$250pp per night. Seasonal rates apply. 7 fully s/c cottages $120‑$150 per night. Bunkroom for larger groups sleeps 23, & Backpacker Cabins from $40pp per night. Campsites from $20pp per night. 2‑brm log Te Kouma Harbour Cottages house with private swimming pool $250 (2p). SH 25, Coromandel Ph/Fax: +64 7 866 8747 Email: tekouma@xtra.co.nz www.tekoumacottages.co.nz Reservations: 0800 777 027 Hosts: John & Rose Deane & Family
• A family friendly camp at beautiful Otautu Bay bordered by a working farm on the northern picturesque Coromandel Peninsula. • Beautiful sandy beach, great fishing, safe swimming, ideal for walking or relaxing • Power & tent sites • Unit & lodge • Laundry, hot showers, toilets, freezer, bait & ice • Tariff: camping $16 per adult per night, children (5-14 yrs incl) $8 per night per child. $8 per night extra for power. Units & lodge seasonal rates apply Prices subject to change. Port Jackson Port Charles
Otautu Bay Farm Camp
Little Bay Colville
Coromandel
www.otautubaycamp.co.nz OTAUTU BAY FARM CAMP 257 Port Jackson Rd, Colville
Ph/Fax: +64 7 866 6801 Email: otautubaycamp@xtra.co.nz
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