Title: Buffalo Beach Tours - Book Now | Expedia.com [Buffalo Beach Hotels](https://expedia.com/Buffalo-Beach-Hotels.0-l6209857-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Waikato](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Waikato.d6047974.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Waikato](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Waikato.d6047974.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Buffalo Beach](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Buffalo-Beach.d6209857.Car-Rental-Guide)[Waikato Vacations](https://expedia.com/Waikato.d6047974.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Buffalo Beach Tours ![If you walk along the Buffalo Beach (near to the corner by the wharf) after the tide has gone out, you will be treated to seeing hundreds of little starfish. We wandered down the almost deserted beach as the sun set over the hills, finding whole shells and the little stars - it was magical.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10451/233f9d96-fa77-4b67-b4fa-3d2d110c52ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Buffalo Beach Activities --- --- The kids will sleep soundly after frolicking by the water at Buffalo Beach. Look for fish and other marine life, dip a toe in the water or throw a ball around! This stretch of coastline is often on the itineraries of visitors to [Coromandel Peninsula](https://www.expedia.com/Coromandel-Peninsula.dx6048120). But Buffalo Beach isn't the area's only highlight. Cathedral Cove, Lost Spring Thermal Pools, and Hahei Beach are some other worthwhile sights nearby. ## Plan a trip to see Buffalo Beach Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![BK's Pioneer Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1985000/1984917/39eff572_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### BK's Pioneer Motel Mangere $877 per person Jun 2 - Jun 5 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL) 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews) Great location for an overnight stay before an early international flight with a helpful complementary shuttle service to and from the airport. Room was clean, tidy and comfortable with good soundproofing. Would highly recommend!! Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 ![QT Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54040000/54037300/54037276/8dfddf53_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### QT Auckland Auckland Central Business District $963 per person Jun 2 - Jun 5 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL) 9/10 Wonderful! (644 reviews) Amazing clean room fantadtic rooftop bar Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 ![M Social Hotel Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5500/5465/932310cd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### M Social Hotel Auckland Auckland Central Business District $2,358 per person May 12 - May 15 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included New York (NYC) to Auckland (AKL) 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,238 reviews) What a fantastic Hotel. My King Size room was on the 12th floor with a stunning view. Just 3 min. from the cruise ship, restaurants, and enterainment. We even got a free bottle of wine and a charcuterie plate, free nice breakfast. Plus a couple of free drinks. Bed was super comfy, large shower (no bathtub), and even free extra hour (12:00) for departure. Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![Shakespeare Lookout which includes rocky coastline, a beach and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108206/4b4157a5-83c7-4c56-8605-a65513310737.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shakespeare Cliff Lookout 5/5(1 review) Surrounded by a nature reserve, this scenic lookout offers picnic areas, walking trails and stunning photo opportunities of beaches with aquamarine water lapping white sand. [](https://expedia.com/Shakespeare-Cliff-Lookout-Cooks-Beach.d6108206.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lonely Bay Beach showing rocky coastline, a bay or harbor and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108202/ffcc542e-ac26-4c8a-b8c3-a8490d03c53f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lonely Bay Beach 5/5(4 reviews) Plan for a day of peace and quiet at this secret spot reached by traversing a trail along a cliff face. 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[](https://expedia.com/Stingray-Bay-Waikato.d553248635922900380.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lost Spring Thermal Pools 4.5/5(6 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lost Spring Thermal Pools during your travels in Whitianga. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Lost-Spring-Thermal-Pools-Whitianga.d6301184.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mercury Bay Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Mercury Bay Museum during your travels in Whitianga. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. 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