Location: Hahei
Top Things to do in Hahei
6 Nature & Parks in Hahei That You Shouldn't Miss
Hahei is a small settlement in Mercury Bay on the eastern side of the Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand. It is near Cathedral Cove, between the settlements of Cooks Beach and Hot Water Beach. It is approximately 6 km south east of Whitianga and 6 km north of Hot Water Beach.
Restaurants in Hahei
1. Stingray Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Jamesbutler94 - Kendal, United Kingdom
Stopped at Stingray Bay for a swim on the way back from the cove. Instead of swimming, I just waded around the shallows watching the beautiful Stingrays gliding around. Was a real treat, saw alot of people just turning up and taking a couple of photos then leave. Get in the water and see the rays!
2. Cathedral Cove Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,404 reviews
Reviewed By greatwhitelion - Hobart, Australia
We parked in the car park at the entrance to Hahei and caught the shuttle bus to the start of the walk. Fantastic views from Cathedral Cove viewing deck right at the start.The walk undulates up and down through some forest and open land to Cathedral Cove with lots of great views along the way. It brings you out on the beach where you can walk through Cathedral Rock to the next lovely sandy beach. Along the way are short detours to Stingray Beach and Gemstone Bay both worthwhile.
3. Hahei Beach Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 323 reviews
Reviewed By kimhowelltravels
The beach had wonderful scenery. It was quiet and pretty. I definitely want to go again. Would recommend it to anyone.
4. Te Pare Historic Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Rantinrover - Biggar, United Kingdom
There are good short trails with access from the beach at both ends of Hahei. The one at the north leads up to Cathedral Cove eventually and the one at the south to Te Pare Historic Reserve. Both trails provide good views over the town, beach and coastline. They are open to the public to freely access at any time. We actually drove to the Te Pare trail which starts at the end of Pa Road. It's a residential area however there is a turning circle with space for a few cars to park. The trail starts from the road end and passes through a wooded section before heading up onto the bluff overlooking the Bay. It's a fairly rough track and there is a gentle climb but nothing too demanding. There are steps at points so possibly wouldn't suit everyone. Young children should be kept close to hand as there are some unguarded drops. At the top the views over Hahei are great - we had a slight disadvantage that the sun was low and in our eyes towards the end of the afternoon so it may be better to visit in the morning. Beyond the area where the historic pa used to be (no more than groundworks can be seen) I followed the trail as it narrowed towards the cliff edge, over exposed tree roots. Here I got a very good view along the coastline with rock stacks standing in isolation from the land thanks to erosion. It's similar to those seen at Cathedral Cave and elsewhere on this coast. Far down below I could see a couple of guys fishing off the rocks which looked a particularly hazardous activity as some of the waves which crashed over these could easily have swept them off their feet and into the Bay. I suppose they knew what they were doing. During our visit we were the only people at the site until a couple of women arrived just as we were setting off back down the trail. It's a peaceful spot with very good views and worth the short walk to see it.
5. Cathedral Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
6. Gemstone Bay
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7 reviews
