Hot Water Beach

Beach Whitianga, Waikato, New Zealand

What to expect

Hot Water Beach is a unique destination where visitors can dig their own natural hot pool at low tide, with thermal water bubbling up from beneath the surface. The beach offers a mix of relaxation, adventure, and socializing, with nearby cafes, art galleries, and scenic views of the Pacific Ocean

Plan your family visit to the Hot Water Beach with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We dug a hole on the beach to create our own hot tub and relaxed in it

Highlights: Our daughter enjoyed the playground, trampoline and bicycles at the campsite ✨

Coromandel, Aoteroa New Zealand

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Hot Water Beach and the kids dug their own spa pool

Highlights: The kids loved the novelty of sitting in hot thermal spring water while being hit by cold sea waves ✨