Northland must be one of the favourite weekend destinations for anyone living in Auckland or the upper North Island. The close proximity to the biggest city in New Zealand as well as the numerous stunning destinations within the region make it a popular short- and long-term travel destination. Poppy, Levi, and I visited over a year ago and enjoyed every second of it. We can't wait to be back at some stage in the future and explore even further north. Enjoy the read!!! "The subtropical Northland region of New Zealand stretches upwards from Auckland to the very top of New Zealand. Take a journey along the Twin Coast Discovery Highway to the iconic Bay of Islands, as well as the Kauri Coast, the Far North, and Whangarei." "A subtropical wonderland of islands, marine life, kauri forests and Māori myths and legends, Northland is an incredible place to visit. Just offshore from Tutukaka lies the Poor Knights Islands – rated one of the top 10 diving sites in the world. Explore a mecca of diverse fish life, colourful underwater plants and rocky volcanic outcrops. Go snorkeling or diving with Dive Tutukaka, or explore via stand up paddle-board. https://www.newzealand.com/us/poor-knights-islands/ Cape Reinga offers the ultimate northern New Zealand experience. See two oceans collide and discover the place of leaping, where Maori spirits begin their final journey. At the Cape, the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean in a spectacular swirl of currents. At the northernmost tip of the Cape is a gnarled pohutukawa tree, believed to be over 800 years old. According to Maori oral history, the spirits of deceased Maori leap from this tree into the ocean to return to their ancestral homeland of Hawaiki. https://www.newzealand.com/us/cape-reinga/ Embark on an intimate tour with Footprints Waipoua, one of two New Zealand experiences featured in Lonely Planet’s guide to authentic travel ‘Code Green: Experiences of a Lifetime‘. Come face to face with Tāne Mahuta – God of the Forest and New Zealand's largest Kauri tree. Experience the ancient forest with local Māori guides and learn how the forest plays an important role in the lives of local Māori and the eco-system. Learn more about our kauri forests and kauri trade at the Kauri Museum. https://www.newzealand.com/us/plan/business/footprints-waipoua-4469554/ Stretching between the Bay of Islands in the east to Hokianga Harbour in the west the Twin Coast Cycle Trail Pou Herenga Tai is rich in history, scenery and local hospitality.
Soak up the sun by peddle power as you explore old historic settlements, coastal views, lush forests and fascinating cultural sights on the Twin Coast Cycle Trail, stretching from the Bay of Islands' east coast to the Hokianga Harbour in the west." https://www.newzealand.com/us/feature/pou-herenga-tai-twin-coast-cycle-trail-/ Comments are closed.
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AuthorDeluxe RV Group Archives
January 2025
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