Our annual summer camping trip this year took us back to Coromandel. We camped at the Western side of the peninsula at Shelly Beach. The great thing about Coromandel no matter which side you’re on it is so picturesque and there are lots of places to see and discover.
This blog post is going to be more of a photo feature post, showing you some of the beautiful scenery that we came across along the way.
Shelly Beach
High tide at Shelly Beach was usually around midday to late afternoon so perfect time for the kids to swim, however the wind was a bit cold and they didn’t get to do much swimming. When the tide went out it was a great time to look for crabs and watch the sun setting.
Wyuna Bay
This bay is just a short drive from Coromandel town, we were on the road searching for a beach that the kids could swim at and came across this bay which was just stunning. The water was the most beautiful colour.
Oamaru Bay
This bay is just around the corner from Shelly Beach and slightly deeper so if you’re looking to have a good swim where it’s not too shallow then this is the bay to head to.
Waitete Bay
We stumbled across this bay on our way to Coleville. To access the beach you will need to drive down a dirt road, then park the car. Once that is done follow the pathway down towards the beach.
Colville Town
This little town lies 27km north of Coromandel. It’s very small and has a general store/ petrol station, a couple of cafes where you will find an abundance of homemade preserves, and home-baked cakes. There is a post office which there girls were very fascinated by it. There is a shop where you will find buddhist and indian products, things like clothing and trinkets.
The next time you are in Coromandel jump in the car and start exploring! There is so much to see and discover in this beautiful part of New Zealand.
Happy travelling!
Ronell x
Not in a Nutshell 
What a heavenly place!
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It truly is!
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