Title: Things to Do in Hot Water Beach in 2026 | Expedia.com [Hot Water Beach Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Hot-Water-Beach.dx6049317)[Hotels in Hot Water Beach](https://expedia.com/Hot-Water-Beach-Hotels.d6049317.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Hot Water Beach](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Hot-Water-Beach.d6049317.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Hot Water Beach](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Hot-Water-Beach.d6049317.Car-Rental-Guide)[Hot Water Beach Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Hot-Water-Beach.d6049317.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Hot Water Beach ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Hot Water Beach Types of activities [Hot Water Beach Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Hot-Water-Beach.dx6049317) ![Aerial view of the sandy beach bustling with people digging near the rocky shoreline, edged by verdant cliffs, Hot Water Beach, Waikato Region, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049317/9d1c8559-f3e3-4d0b-945f-06d2271127aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of the sandy beach bustling with people digging near the rocky shoreline, edged by verdant cliffs, Hot Water Beach, Waikato Region, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049317/9d1c8559-f3e3-4d0b-945f-06d2271127aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Auckland, New Zealand, aerial, drone, tide, sea, ocean, pacific, beach, shore, sand, tree, grass, park, recreation, environment, travel, holiday, sun, sunny, above, altitude, Coromandel, peninsula, is](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049317/a1672443-c73f-4843-b34a-f1625899bcc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![In the chaos of trying to stay warm in the hot springs at hot water beach. #EndlessSummer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049317/ddd72513-88f2-4728-86d0-6d4c1d1fa70a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Awesome place to have a hot soak during New Zealand's winter months...if you're up to braving the chill in the air...plus it's a gorgeous view. Just find a spot at low tide, dig a hole and watch the warm water bubble up from the hot earth below #wanderlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049317/bc3190a1-1c5b-4144-a26a-07de4d969f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Hot Water Beach Attractions If you're ready to explore Hot Water Beach, join one of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6049317&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let an expert show you the most popular tourist attractions. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {19 fun activities in Hot Water Beach [fun activities in Hot Water Beach](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6049317&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth a look. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Hot Water Beach | Number of things to do | 19 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Activity](/things-to-do/cathedral-cove-coast-and-cave-activity.a47154992.activity-details): $85 | | Top 5 things to do | [Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Activity](/things-to-do/cathedral-cove-coast-and-cave-activity.a47154992.activity-details)[Whitianga: 2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise](/things-to-do/whitianga-2-hour-cathedral-cove-and-volcanic-coast-cruise.a4540176.activity-details)[Morning Glory Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)](/things-to-do/morning-glory-3-hour-chilled-out-sail.a2425365.activity-details)[Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve: Snorkeling Boat Trip](/things-to-do/cathedral-cove-marine-reserve-snorkeling-boat-trip.a47492313.activity-details)[Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/cathedral-cove-classic-kayaking-tour.a1297696.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Activity](/things-to-do/cathedral-cove-coast-and-cave-activity.a47154992.activity-details)[Whitianga: 2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise](/things-to-do/whitianga-2-hour-cathedral-cove-and-volcanic-coast-cruise.a4540176.activity-details)[Morning Glory Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)](/things-to-do/morning-glory-3-hour-chilled-out-sail.a2425365.activity-details)[Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/cathedral-cove-classic-kayaking-tour.a1297696.activity-details)[From Tairua: 2 Hour Cathedral Cove Tour with Local Guide](/things-to-do/from-tairua-coromandel-peninsula-guided-scenic-cruise.a48314516.activity-details) | ## What to do in Hot Water Beach - With kids ### Things to Do in Hot Water Beach with Kids Hot Water Beach boasts plenty of nearby fun activities for you and the kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6049317&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep everyone happy for days. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Hot Water Beach? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Hot Water Beach ![Cathedral Cove Beach featuring a bay or harbor, rugged coastline and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108206/28abaf09-0ff3-4fa5-9439-8e9acf2edcff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hahei ![If you’re looking for a winery with a bit of character, you have to check out Purangi Winery. There is nothing pretentious about this family-run winery, and prepare yourself for a large tasting of their wines and liqueurs and lots of great stories.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342533/15977ab6-e5aa-4ca5-87e7-adfbda64f6b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Whenuakite ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hot Water Beach worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Hot Water Beach? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Hot Water Beach? ### Is three days enough to stay in Hot Water Beach? ### What are some activities to do in Hot Water Beach with kids? > - [Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave Activity](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cathedral-cove-coast-and-cave-activity.a47154992.activity-details) > - [Whitianga: 2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/whitianga-2-hour-cathedral-cove-and-volcanic-coast-cruise.a4540176.activity-details) > - [Morning Glory Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/morning-glory-3-hour-chilled-out-sail.a2425365.activity-details) > - [Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cathedral-cove-classic-kayaking-tour.a1297696.activity-details) > - [From Tairua: 2 Hour Cathedral Cove Tour with Local Guide](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-tairua-coromandel-peninsula-guided-scenic-cruise.a48314516.activity-details) ### What to do in Hot Water Beach for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Hot Water Beach? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Vacation Rentals - Other - [Whenuakite Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Whenuakite-Hotels.d6344004.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hostels in Whenuakite ](https://www.expedia.com/Whenuakite-Hostels.d6344004-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Hahei Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Hahei-Hotels.d6342533.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Cabin Rentals in Hahei ](https://www.expedia.com/Hahei-Cabins.d6342533-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Resorts & Hotels with Spas in Hahei ](https://www.expedia.com/Hahei-Hotels-Spa-Hotel.0-0-d6342533-tSpaHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - 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