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High: 23 Low: 15 Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.
| Travel time | Km | (Miles) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coromandel - Whitianga | 0.5 hr | 46 | 29 |
| Totals for Day | 0.5 hr | 46 | 29 |
46 km (29 miles)
Approximately 0.5 hour
Road Conditions: State Highway
Formerly a gold-mining and timber town, Coromandel is now a haven for artists, craftspeople and conservationists. It has many well-preserved Victorian buildings and an interesting museum. There are several good walks in the area and a railway enthusiast has created an hour-long train trip at Driving Creek.
From Coromandel you can explore the tip of the peninsula—the roads aren't highly developed, so expect slow going. Colville, Port Jackson, Port Charles and Kennedy Bay are known for their untouched beauty.
On your drive to Whitianga you'll notice a side road leading to Whangapoua Beach—a worthwhile detour if you have time. You could also call into Matarangi, a recently developed beach settlement. Kuaotunu is another area of pretty beaches.
The beach town of Whitianga is home to a fishing fleet—expect to eat some excellent seafood while you're here. Best things to do include surfing, surf casting and beach walks. Catch the ferry to the south side of the harbour—a short taxi ride will take you to Cooks Beach.
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Coromandel:
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Whitianga, Coromandel:
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