Activities at our Language School

The activities program is one of the very special parts of COLC. This program combined with our unique location is what makes this school so different rom any other English Language school you could visit in New Zealand. more information

About our Language School

Coromandel Outdoor Language Centre (COLC) was founded in 1988 by Maurice Kirby with the aim of providing a high standard of English tuition in a setting capable of offering a truly unique New Zealand experience. more information

Courses and Pricing

We offer a range of courses with activity options to suit people with a desire to learn English and discover New Zealand outdoors. more information

Where We Are Located

We are located on the beautiful Mercury Bay, an area rich in both history and natural beauty. Landing place of Kupe, the first Maori to come to NZ and of Captain James Cook a thousand years later, Whitianga is surrounded by sandy beaches and rolling bush covered hills.. more information

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Walks and Hikes

The Coromandel Peninsula is certainly one of the most beautiful parts on New Zealand. On our activity walks we will show you the natural beauty of our little corner of the world. From the majestic kauri trees in the native bush to the world famous Cathedral Cove, you will see spectacular scenery and learn about New Zealand's unique plant and bird life.

There are also walks to 2 historic Maori Pa sites, where you will learn of the importance of these places to the early Maori people.

Walks and Hikes Include:

Cathedral Cove
Hahei Pa Site
Whitianga Rock
Shakespears Cliff
Waitaia Coastal Walk
Mt Maungatawhiri

Waitaia Goldmine
Waitaia Bay
Rings Beach Bushwalk
Castle Rock
309 Kauris
Opito Bay Pa Site