Top Things to do in North Island
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What to do and see in North Island, New Zealand: The Best Scenic Walking Areas
Discover the best top things to do in North Island, New Zealand including New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, Arai Te Uru Heritage Walk, Kiwi Esplanade Walkway, Rapurapu Kauri Track, Mojo Journeys, Opua Kauri Walk, Sea Walls: Murals for Oceans, Cape Reinga Lighthouse, Kaitoke Regional Park, Fernglen Native Plant Gardens.
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1. New Plymouth Coastal Walkway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,675 reviews
Utterly spectacular 11km long walkway along the seafront in New Plymouth, New Zealand. Walk, ride skate or scoot from Bell Block in the north to Port Taranaki to the south taking in the stunning Te Rewa Rewa Bridge, three swimming beaches, a golf club, rolling farm land, rivers and various accessways to residential and shopping areas.
Reviewed By 562grahamb - Napier, New Zealand
The New Plymouth Costal Walkway is a pedestrian and cycleway goes for miles and miles...8 miles to be exact. It’s easy to walk manageable pieces, there are numerous parking lots and public washrooms along the way. There are lots of delights along the way, including surfers, friendly Kiwis walking their dogs, a golf course, the famous Len Lee’s “Wind Wand” sculpture and the spectacularly shaped Te Rewa Rewa Bridge crossing Waiwhakaiho River at the northern end. We had several wonderful excursions during our stay. New Plymouth is to be commended for making exercising, the easy choice.
2. Arai Te Uru Heritage Walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By ashevillefab5 - Asheville, United States
you can enjoy a short , beautiful walk to the end, or take the longer coastal trail. there is also a side trail down to the water, you can walk all the way around the point at low tide. the rocks, especially on the west side, are amazing.
3. Kiwi Esplanade Walkway
4. Rapurapu Kauri Track
5. Mojo Journeys
6. Opua Kauri Walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Dave-and-Robbie - Paihia, New Zealand
This is a great way to experience to grandeur of an ancient Kauri forest without trekking for miles. It is well- signposted off Oromahoe Rd and only takes 15 minutes to walk in. The Kauri are awesome, many of of them appearing to be only a 100 or so years old but there is one monster at the end of the track reputed to be over 400 years old. The path is easy and well- maintained and should present a problem to most walkers. Our grandchildren love it and even though they have been a nice bet of times, will ask to go again when ever they visit!
7. Sea Walls: Murals for Oceans
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By MaxNeumegen - Napier, New Zealand
Lots murals now. Over 50 all over napier. An international arts project each March. Google for map. Get bikes and find tHem all. Lots at ahuriri inner harbour. Are you a mural artist and like to add. See the napier city council.
8. Cape Reinga Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 988 reviews
Reviewed By BryanCll - Tewantin, Australia
We were stopping at Ahipara Bay and drove about an hour and a half to the cape. From the car park, we walked along a good track to the top of a hill with breathtaking views of the lighthouse and the convergence of the Tasman and the Pacific. Interesting turbulence where the two meet. Then walked down to the lighthouse for more scenic views. Spent about an hour enjoying the scenery and photographing. Good toilets at the carpark.
9. Kaitoke Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Step out of your car and immerse yourself in the ancient rainforest of Kaitoke Regional Park. With its' ideal location set amid the backdrop of ageless Rata and Rimu (some estimated to be over 1200 years old!) It's no wonder it was chosen as the home of the elves in The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Less than an hour from the Wellington CBD, Kaitoke Regional Park is a family friendly location, open to all abilities. It boasts walking, swimming, picnicking, mountain biking and kayaking amid an iconic landscape. From the experienced hiker to the day tripper there are activities to suit all ages including tracks that are completely accessible and buggy friendly. Transport yourself to Middle Earth and picnic amongst the beauty of the 'Rivendell' film location from The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Discover the Elvish Archway replica amid the home of the elves. Extend your stay with a relaxed evening in our campground surrounded by beautiful, natural bush to explore all that the Park can offer.
Reviewed By theERtravelingnurse
My husband and I are big Lord of the Rings fans and we were so excited to come here. We loved seeing Rivendell and only wish they had not had to take the set down. I am sure it was MAGICAL! But they do still have the arch you can get a picture with. If you are also a fan, I suggest taking the Rover Rings full day excursion as we did so you can learn even more about Rivendell and hear the behind the scenes stories and cast drama. Would love to come back and explore the rest of the park though.
10. Fernglen Native Plant Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
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