Top 10 North Island 'must sees'
Check out our list of top ten things to see in New Zealand's stunning North Island.
| Auckland | Explore the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, sail on an America’s Cup boat or on a luxury launch, visit Waiheke wineries, view endangered native birds on Tiritiri Matangi. |
| Wellington | New Zealand’s cultural capital is the home of Peter Jackson, café culture, the national museum - Te Papa, and an innovative inner city nature reserve, the Karori Wildlife Sanctuary. |
| Rotorua | Check out the mud pools and geysers before relaxing in hot pools and mud baths. |
| Pacific Coast Highway | Hot water beaches of the Coromandel, volcanic White Island, and explore the wine region of Hawkes’ Bay by bike. |
| Twin Coast Discovery Highway | Discover New Zealand’s history and Maori culture, while exploring the beautiful beaches and majestic forests of the Northland region. |
| Surfing on west coast beaches | Learn to surf in Raglan where you’ll find one of the world’s longest left-hand breaks, or on one of the beaches on Taranaki’s Surf Highway. |
| Tongariro Crossing | Known as the finest one day hike in the world, this walk is not for the faint-hearted but you are rewarded with fantastic views across the North Island, and the turquoise crater lakes are unforgettable. |
| Waitomo Caves | Explore Waitomo’s labyrinth netherworld by abseiling and floating on an inner tube, or on a boat trip through the caves with only glowworms to guide your way. |
| Whanganui River Journey | Relaxing three day canoe trip along historic Maori waterways, with overnight stay in a traditional Marae. |
| Taupo adventures | One of the best places in the world to skydive, you can also bungy, jetboat, white water raft and kayak around New Zealand’s largest lake. For those looking for a more gentle adventure Taupo is also renowned for its trout fishing. |
