The Coromandel Region in New Zealand is located within an hour and a half drive from the cities of Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga. The relaxed life style and scenic topography makes Coromandel an ideal destination for the vacationers.

History of Coromandel is dates back several centuries. There is distinct evidence of earliest Polynesian settlement that existed in Coromandel. Kupe and Cook are the two great and most renowned navigators of the region. Captain Cook visited this beautiful peninsula in 1769 and observed the transit of Mercury planet across the face of the sun. Some of the beaches in Coromandel are therefore named after his discovery like; Cook’s Beach or Mercury Bay.

After some hitches in early nineteenth century, that destroyed gold, timber and kauri gum market completely. Coromandel region made a comeback with farming, fishing, horticulture and most importantly tourism. 34% of the land in Coromandel is now under the administration of Department of Conservation, New Zealand. The historical buildings and colonial architecture is preserved, in the towns throughout the region.

Geographically speaking Coromandel is located ideally with a heavily forested mountain range that runs right up the middle. The western coast has beaches and harbors that are lined with native Pohutukawa trees. The east of Coromandel has a collection of white sand beaches.

Coromandel enjoys an overall warm weather, with temperatures between 24°C to 31°C in summers and 12°C to 14°C in winter. The favorable weather condition makes this region a beautiful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

With an estimated population of 7,500, Thames is the well known and biggest town in Coromandel. It is situated between the Firth of Thames and majestic ranges of the Coromandel. Besides scenic coastline, Thames has some great walking tracks and camping activities. Thames even boasts some unspoiled ruins from its Gold Mining days.

The region of Coromandel is a paradise for walk enthusiasts. From short coastal walkways to multi day treks, you can find all sorts of treks here. The main attractions of Coromandel besides solitude and scenery are the fine beaches, which are rated best amongst the beaches in New Zealand. Hot water Beach is a must-visit place here. It is a nature’s equivalent of a warm bath. Try digging a hole in the sand and wait for it to be filled with water; and you have a spa pool ready for you. Besides, Hot Water Beach; Whangamata, Whitianga, Tairua & Pauanui, Waihi and Cathedral Cove are the most visited places in Coromandel.

Fabulous beaches, magnificent coastal scenery are rainforest are just some of the natural attractions that have people returning to the Coromandel time after time.