The Mangaone Walkway is an off the beaten path walk on the Kapiti Coast. It’s a peaceful 7km trail through native bush with a few small stream crossings and a clearing near the halfway point. I’ll be honest, it’s not my favourite walk so I list some...
Looking for good hikes in Taupo? Make the Mount Tauhara hike a priority. With 360-degree panoramic views of Lake Taupo and the surrounding landscape, this hike offers great value and won’t take up more than a few hours of your day. It’s a great way to fill...
The Mount Maunganui walk to the summit (it has the nickname ‘The Mount’ but it’s formally known as Mauao) is so iconic yet it has never felt too touristy to me after 10+ trips up there. Granted this wasn’t over the Christmas holidays, and...
The Wairere Falls walk leads you to the highest waterfall on the North Island. The 153 metres high Wairere Falls. The out and back walking tracks are well maintained with two viewing platforms letting you see the Wairere Falls from below and above. You’ll see...
If you’re spending a couple of days in Golden Bay, the Te Waikoropupu Springs are a must-visit. Just a short 7km drive from Takaka the Te Waikoropupū Springs are easy to access and your total visit time will likely be 30-60 minutes. I must admit I’d never heard...
