How do I get from Auckland to Hot Water Beach?
There is no direct connection from Auckland to Hot Water Beach. However, you can take the bus to Thames then take the taxi to Hot Water Beach. Alternatively, you can take the train to Glen Innes Train Station then take the drive to Hot Water Beach.
Is there a bus from Auckland to Whitianga?
The Auckland to Whitianga bus departs daily from the InterCity bus stop at Sky City, 102 Hobson Street, Auckland Central and arrives at the Whitianga Information Centre, at 66 Albert Street after transferring in Thames. Your journey will take approximately four hours.
Can you go to Hot Water Beach at night?
Hot Water Beach Thermal Hot Pools are dug from sand – right on the beach. Keep an eye on the tides (thermal area on the beach is only accessed at low tide). Hot Water beach is getting popular in peak season so if you prefer a more intimate experience then visit at night under the light of the moon. Enjoy!
Is Hot Water Beach Safe?
SAFETY: Hot Water Beach has very strong currents, dangerous rips and holes which can make it unsafe. Please swim between the flags and make sure children, friends and family are supervised at all times.
Where does the hot water come from at Hot Water Beach?
Hot water springs The water, with a temperature as hot as 64 °C (147 °F), filters up from two underground fissures located close to each other. These natural springs can be found on the beach opposite the off-shore rocks.
How long is the walk to Cathedral Cove?
2.5-km
How long will it take? This is a 2.5-km, 90-minute return walk. A walking track gives access to Gemstone Bay, Stingray Bay and the beautiful, sandy beaches at Cathedral Cove, separated by one of our most famous rock arches.
How long is the drive from Auckland to Whitianga?
approximately 2h 16m
Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Whitianga is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Auckland to Whitianga.
How do I get from Auckland to Hahei?
There is no direct connection from Auckland to Hahei. However, you can take the bus to Thames then take the taxi to Hahei. Alternatively, you can take the train to Glen Innes Train Station then take the drive to Hahei.
What place in Auckland means hot water?
Waiwera
Waiwera is a small town in the north of the Auckland Region in New Zealand. The name is of Māori origin and means “Hot Water” (Wai = Water and Wera = Hot). Its main claim to fame are the hot water springs which were well known in pre-European times and reputedly visited by Māori from as far away as Thames.