Dig Your Own Hot Spring Pool at this Beach

On the pristine Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand exists a beach perhaps like no other in the world. Dig a hole in the sand, and Voila(!), the warm waters of a natural mineral hot spring bubble up for your soaking pleasure. This magical beach oasis is known as Hot Water Beach and is definitely worthy of your hot springs travel bucket list.

Hot Water Beach Photos

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Tips for Visiting Hot Water Beach

• Visit during low tide, or up to 2 hours on either side of it.

• Bring your own shovel to dig up your own hot spring pool! Or, rent one from a local cafe.

• Enjoy the cafes, galleries and amazing surf nearby.

• Check out TheCoromandel.com for more tips for visiting the Coromandel Peninsula.