Taranaki
Taranaki is a dramatic and rugged region on the west coast of the North Island, dominated by the striking Mount Taranaki (when you can actually see it!). It’s a paradise for travellers who love adventure, nature and exploring mountains and rivers.
The region’s highlight is Mount Taranaki itself - an almost perfectly symmetrical volcanic peak surrounded by lush native forest. Hikes up the mountain range from short walks like Wilkies Pools, to the challenging Summit Track for those wanting incredible views. The surrounding Egmont National Park is also full of waterfalls and goblin forests!
For coastal adventures, the Surf Highway 45 takes you along rugged beaches, black sand shores, and small surf towns like New Plymouth and Opunake. My favourite beach in Taranaki is Back Beach which has a dramatic landscape and the iconic Paritutu Rock, which you can climb if you love heights! New Plymouth also has great cafes, a beautiful coastal walkway and stunning parks and gardens.
After spending almost 3 years exploring the South Island, we'll soon be heading to the North Island to explore it intensively and show you all the best spots - watch this space!!
The region’s highlight is Mount Taranaki itself - an almost perfectly symmetrical volcanic peak surrounded by lush native forest. Hikes up the mountain range from short walks like Wilkies Pools, to the challenging Summit Track for those wanting incredible views. The surrounding Egmont National Park is also full of waterfalls and goblin forests!
For coastal adventures, the Surf Highway 45 takes you along rugged beaches, black sand shores, and small surf towns like New Plymouth and Opunake. My favourite beach in Taranaki is Back Beach which has a dramatic landscape and the iconic Paritutu Rock, which you can climb if you love heights! New Plymouth also has great cafes, a beautiful coastal walkway and stunning parks and gardens.
After spending almost 3 years exploring the South Island, we'll soon be heading to the North Island to explore it intensively and show you all the best spots - watch this space!!
DAWSON FALLS
A beautiful waterfall set amongst an enchanted goblin forest up Mt Egmont and it's only a 2-minute walk from the carpark! Blog coming soon! 
WILKIES POOLS LOOP TRACK: ONE OF TARANAKI’S BEST SHORT WALKS
Mossy goblin forest, volcanic rock pools and stunning views of Mt Taranaki, all on a 1 hour 20 minute loop walk up the mountain.
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TE REWA REWA BRIDGE: NEW PLYMOUTH’S MOST PHOTOGRAPHED LANDMARK
With Mount Taranaki standing tall in the distance, the Te Rewa Rewa Bridge is one of the best photo spots in Taranaki.
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14 SPOTS WORTH VISITING IN TARANAKI
Taranaki is packed with waterfalls, goblin forest walks, beautiful mountain viewpoints and rugged beaches. Here are 14 spots to visit! Blog coming soon! |
BROOKLANDS ZOO: A FREE ATTRACTION IN NEW PLYMOUTH
Monkeys, meerkats and colourful birds right in the middle of town. Brooklands Zoo is a small, zoo which is completely free to visit!
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6 THINGS TO SEE AND DO NEAR DAWSON FALLS
Waterfalls, walking tracks, crystal-clear swimming spots and stunning mountain viewpoints - here are 6 things to do.
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3 STUNNING LOOKOUTS AT LAKE MANGAMAHOE
Here are 3 stunning lookouts, with views of the lake and Mt Taranaki, with minimal effort getting to them.
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DRAMATIC LANDSCAPES AND BLACK SAND: EXPLORING BACK BEACH IN TARANAKI
Back Beach is one of the most striking beaches in New Plymouth, with rugged scenery, black sand and great waves for surfing.
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PARITUTU ROCK: A STEEP BUT PICTURE WORTHY CLIMB IN NEW PLYMOUTH
Steep, challenging and a few chains to hang on to - climbing Paritutu Rock is not for the faint hearted but the view from the top is worth it!
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