WESTERN NORTH ISLAND

NEW PLYMOUTHwww.taranakinz.com

Nearest airport: New Plymouth (domestic only) 20 minutes.

Population: 65,000

Transport: Coach and Bus services to Wellington and Auckland and local public transport.

Driving Route: The Surf Highway,The Forgotten Highway

Climate: Similar to, although marginally cooler than Auckland. Sunny, but like all west-coast locations, New Plymouth has rainy days.

Snapshot: The city is known for its laid back lifestyle. Easy access to both Mount Taranaki and great surf and spectacular gardens.

PALMERSTON NORTHwww.manawatu.co.nz

Nearest airport: Palmerston North (domestic only) 15 minutes

Population: 80,000

Transport: Very easy transport to and from Wellington, good local public transport.

Climate: Temperate climate.

Snapshot: Rural landscapes and vibrant university city

WESTERN NORTH ISLAND

TARANAKI

NEW PLYMOUTH

New Plymouth is known for its sunny climate, gorgeous gardens and great surf beaches.

MOUNT TARANAKI

Sitting at the heart of the region, Mount Taranaki is one of New Zealand’s best loved landmarks.

THEMED HIGHWAYS

The region offers two themed highways for those keen on a self drive holiday. Visitors can take Surf Highway 45 – and follow the coast stopping to surf along the way or head onto the Forgotten World Highway and immerse themselves in windy, hilly roads of inland North Island.

WHANGANUI & MANAWATU

MANAWATU

A real slice of New Zealand country life, visitors can experience activities such as a farm stay, visit a stock auction or go horse trekking.

RIVERS OF THE REGION

Visitors can enjoy exploring the rivers of the region by paddle steamer, canoe, kayak or jet-boat.

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