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New Plymouth has it all: wild and spectacular coastline, the sensational Mount Taranaki, magical glow worm dells, epic waterfalls and hiking trails, as well as a great cafe and bar scene. It’s one of the North Island’s must see destinations. We’re sharing all the best things to do in and around New Plymouth to help you plan the perfect trip.
Golden Bay is a perfect holiday destination. The more we explored the area the more we fell in love with it, after all it boasts one of the country’s best beaches, the most unique cave we’ve ever been to, incredible swimming holes, gorgeous forest and whimsical boulder strewn landscapes. We’re sharing all the best things to do there for a trip to remember.
Hokitika is best known for its stunning gorge, but what if we were to tell you that there’s so much more to it than that? Stay a little longer and you’ll find stunning lakes with mountain backdrops, a gorgeous waterfall, several incredible glow worm dells and even a secret gorge with the same blue water as Hokitika Gorge, but none of the crowds!
The Mount Iron Track is the perfect sunrise or sunset walk in Wanaka. The view from the top is spectacular and the climb is not too long or steep, which is perfect if you’re walking part of the way in the dark. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk, including difficulty and track conditions.
The Jack Evans Track offers the easiest route down to Erskine Creek. Once at the bottom of the gorge you’ll be treated to a stunning wild swimming spot complete with huge beach to relax on for the afternoon. The scenery is gorgeous with dense forest and high cliff walls. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the trail and swimming in the creek.
The Topham Track might not have the wow factor for the majority of the walk, but once you near the end that all changes. Just a little off the beaten track you’ll find a fabulous viewpoint and even a hidden cave. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk, including exactly how to find the viewpoint and cave.
Perrys Lookdown is basically a stair master through the bush. It’s definitely a workout but your reward is reaching a beautiful blue gum forest and the chance to take a dip with truly incredible views. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk, including difficulty and trail conditions.
New Zealand in winter is magical. The scenery is even more beautiful and you’ll get many of those famous landscapes to yourself. It truly is a dream winter destination and you definitely don’t have to be into snow sports! We’re covering all the pros of a winter visit as well as the cons, so you can make an informed decision about whether visiting New Zealand in winter is right for you.
Wainui Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Abel Tasman National Park, accessed via a gorgeous walk with real jungle vibes. The crystal clear river has plenty of spots to stop for a dip and you can even swim in the pool at the base of the falls if the flow is not too strong. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk, including difficulty and track conditions.
