Hot Water Beach in New Zealand

Hot Water Beach is a popular beach and geothermal attraction located on the east coast of the Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand, about 12 kilometers southeast of Whitiang. Between low tides and tides, warm water from two underground sources seeps through the sand. Having dug a small hole in the sand, you can create a small puddle of warm water, a kind of natural jacuzzi. The phenomenon occurs only at a certain low tide position, so it is best to enjoy a warm bath two hours before and after low tide.



During the peak season, hundreds of people come to the beach with shovels and buckets, and begin digging pools large enough to lie down and relax in the warm geothermal water. The deeper you dig, the hotter the water becomes, with temperatures reaching 64°C. Because the water is too hot, some dig canals straight to the sea to mix cold water with hot water. With a rapid change of current, all these pits are washed away by water, clearing the beach for the next influx of visitors.

The beach is a popular destination for both locals and tourists visiting New Zealand. The main thing to keep in mind is safety, as the hot springs are right by the sea and many visitors find themselves trapped by the dangerous current. The tide can come very quickly, with big waves costing many lives.





Source: lifeglobe.net/