North Island Information
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Regions of North Island
Imagine an urban environment where everyone lives within half an hour of beautiful beaches, hiking..
Wellington Region InformationExplore the great outdoors, shop till you drop, sample the culinary delights, and wander..
Rotorua InformationThe Rotorua region was the birthplace of New Zealand tourism in the 1800s and it remains one of New..
Bay of Plenty InformationGardens and art are the stars of spring in the Bay of Plenty. The mild climate makes it the perfect..
Northlands InformationSpring in subtropical Northland brings the senses alive. Imagine ocean waves lapping on white sand..
Coromandel InformationSpring signals the opening of the Coromandel scallop season. Dive for scallops to barbeque yourself..
Hawkes Bay InformationA Mediterranean climate with long, fine dry summers and mild winters not only makes this a great..
Lake Taupo InformationSituated in the volcanic heart of the North Island, the Lake Taupo region is home to New Zealand's..
Eastland InformationSpring action in Eastland is lively with multi-sport competitions and two major art competitions..
Manawatu InformationAuthentic New Zealand experiences, a picturesque sea-to-mountain landscape and memorable..
Ruapehu InformationThe 800 square kilometre Tongariro National Park (a World Heritage Area) is the centre of..
Taranaki InformationMajestic and snow-capped, Mount Taranaki watches over a region that’s all about rejuvenating..
North Island Information
The smaller of the two main islands that make up New Zealand, the north island is by far the most populous with just over 3 million inhabitants. It is home to both the largest and most well known city of Auckland and also the capital of NZ, Wellington.
The North Island has a sub tropical climate with warm summers and milder winters than the south. The landscape is ruggedly beautiful and highly varied. Unpoilt beaches, stunning lakes, active geothermal and volcanic regions, vast forests and large areas of productive farmlands are all well represented.
The North Island is the centre of most of the Maori culture in New Zealand but it exists alongside a modern vibe that compliment the old traditions. Like the South Island, it is also well known for it's outdoor sports and adventure opportunities - Mountain Biking, bushwalking, scuba diving and bungy jumping to name just a few.
With 15 separate tourism regions, all with their own unique offerings, the North Island of New Zealand is a destination that will keep any traveler wanting more.
Highlights of North Island
Wellington’s many charms lie in part with it's close proximity to the natural attractions of the..
Bay of Islands InformationThe Bay of Islands is a micro-region that includes the towns of Opua, Paihia, Russell and Kerikeri..
Napier InformationThe port city of Napier is a popular tourist destination with its sweeping views of Hawke’s Bay..
Hastings InformationFruit, wine and 1930s architecture give Hastings an appealing point of difference. The area was..
Russell InformationAccessible by road or a short ferry ride west from Paihia, the tranquil coastal town of Russell, or..
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