Whakanewha Bay, Waiheke Island Waiheke Island is renowned for its vineyards, beaches, and pristine natural environment. One of the jewels of Waiheke is Whakanewha Bay Regional Park, a managed nature reserve on the western side of the island. Enjoy strolling along the twin beaches of this beautiful location during sunset. Soak in the bird life […]
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Orakei Korako Volcanic Terraces This unique walk winds through New Zealand’s most active volcanic park bordered by beautiful forest. Watch steaming water flow over beautiful volcanic terraces. The landscape is punctuated by bright colours caused by the mineral-rich water. Beautiful boardwalks lead over the dangerous areas, allowing you to get closer to the many geysers
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Redwoods Treetop Walk Enjoy walking through the canopy of towering redwoods (sequoia semperviren) on a suspended walkway that recalls Lothlórien. Look down upon NZ native tree ferns and find strange sculptures and lanterns suspended from enormous branches. You will hear rich birdsong on the walk and venture higher into the forest canopy. Season: Spring Time:
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Pāpāmoa Beach Enjoy Pāpāmoa Beach glittering on a beautiful sunny spring afternoon. You begin your walk at the top of a planted dune. Wander down the sandy path and enjoy the wild flowers. You turn north and walk towards famous Mt Maunganui while taking in the clear waters and pleasant waves. A small river in
Kai Iwi Beach Cliffs Walking north up Kai Iwi beach, on the west coast of New Zealand, on a cloudless day. Enjoy the sparkling sand and relaxing wave sounds. You begin by walking the waterline at low tide. Several streams in the beach are crossed before turning towards the cliffs. Observe the eroded cliff face
Mangawhero Forest You begin the walk on a bridge over the crystalline Mangawhero River. Ancient canopy spreads above you as you travel upstream surrounded by birdsong. Encounter deep shadow and sparkling light as you pass between sun-wells, touching the river at intervals. Reaching a bright golden clearing marks the half-way point and you immediately begin
Rivermouth Dunes This walk begins on a windy afternoon. You venture out along a man-made breakwater; balancing between the Whanganui river in flood and the Tasman Sea. A bright and pleasant surprise awaits you at the the tip. You return and descend to the beach, briefly walking along the waterline before turning inland. The glittering
Waitonga Falls Hike to the pristine Waitonga Falls, one of New Zealand’s most beautiful short hikes, shot on a clear winters day. The walk begins crossing over a bridge into the park itself. The track rises as you leave behind the sounds of everyday life and experience a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with wild Kakariki, a rare