Discover historic gold mining at the Coromandel Gold Stamper Battery
Visit the Coromandel Gold Stamper Battery in Coromandel Town and see original gold-processing machinery operating as it did more than 100 years ago.
Each guided tour brings the original working stamper battery to life, along with a demonstration of the historic mini jaw crusher — and the chance for a lucky visitor to try crushing rock themselves.
Try your hand at gold panning and learn the proper technique, including how early prospectors identified real gold in the pan.
Finish your visit by seeing New Zealand’s largest working water wheel, then explore the reserve and climb 140 steps to a scenic lookout with sweeping views across the Coromandel landscape.
Historic, original and operating for over 100 years — an experience not to be missed!
Visitor Hours and Admission Prices:
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Bookings recommended
Book in advance or on the day. Walk-ins are welcome, subject to availability. Tours take up to 30 minutes.
Open Saturday & Sunday | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Guided Tour Times
10:00 AM | 10:45 AM | 11:30 AM | 1:00 PM | 1:45 PM | 2:30 PM
Tour numbers are limited for a more personal experience.
Admission Prices
Adults $10 | Children $5 | Under 6 free
Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.
Gold Panning
12:00 PM | $10 per pan | Maximum 6 people
Larger Group Bookings
For larger groups, please book online or contact us directly. Groups exceeding our normal tour capacity require at least 48 hours’ notice so we can arrange additional Stamper Crew. Payment is required at the time of booking.
To see today's availability, please check our Facebook Page. Availability may change quickly during busy periods.
NEWS FROM THE STAMPER
TVNZ Seven Sharp segment October 7, 2025
We were delighted to welcome Seven Sharp to the Coromandel Gold Stamper Battery to share our story with the rest of New Zealand.
See the full episode on our Facebook page here
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