Photography Holidays came about from clients who were new to the Coromandel and wanted to experience the area as well as develop their photography. The Coromandel Peninsula is a beautiful and unique part of New Zealand and has many places to explore that are not on standard tourist track. We can design an itinerary that gives you a chance to experience the best we have to offer with a tailored photography experience. We would be happy to guide you on some of these amazing experiences. Some ideas you maybe interested in.
OUT AND ABOUT - EXPLORING THE COROMANDEL
The Coromandel Coastal Walkway - a three hour one way walk at the far end of the Coromandel on roads hire car companies won't insure for. Stunning views of Great Barrier Island and amazing night skies - perfect for an overnight camp.
The Pinnacles - walk in stunning native bush in the Kaueranga Valley, stay overnight in a purpose built cabin and rise early to capture the first rays of light over the Coromandel Forest.
Matarangi Spit - one of our local beaches and a beautiful beach and a haven for local birdlife and backs onto the Whangapoua Harbour
New Chum Beach (Wainuioto) - once voted one of the top beaches in the world. A beautiful and isolated beach and a great place to swim.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Driving Creek Railway - visit the historic Coromandel Town and travel on the unique Driving Creek Railway. Built by a local artist for his clay, its archetypal New Zealand.
Hot Water Beach - dig your own hot pool in the sands at low tide on a beautiful surf beach.
Hauraki Rail Trail - 135km of purpose built cycle trails following easy routes through the Coromandel moutains onto the Hauraki Plains. Try one day or multiple days.
Cathedral Cove - an iconic location accessible only on foot, boat or kayak, famous Cathedral Cove is one of the “must visit” sites on The Coromandel.
The Coromandel is a prime fishing destination and there are a number of wonderful golf courses close to Kuaotunu as well as other activities.
Hahei Explorer - The Hahei Explorer is the original Cathedral Cove boat tour in The Coromandel. Established in 1992, our tours have been showing visitors the spectacular volcanic coastline for over 30 years. The 1 hour scenic cruises are a Coromandel must do and have been voted the #1 water based activity in New Zealand (AA Travel).
Windborne Sailing Charters - Explore the stunning coastal beauty of New Zealand aboard Yacht Windborne, a 62 ft. gaff-rigged topsail schooner that has been sailing the oceans since 1928. Join us for an unforgettable sailing adventure from Whitianga on the Coromandel Peninsula..