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NZ Raglan Black sand Ngarunui Beach
NZ Raglan nearbye jungle waterfall
NZ Raglan fields view

The surfing town of Raglan on the Waikato coast is the perfect place to spend a few days lazing by the sea. Look for the black sand Ngarunui beach and the impossibly long surf breaks at Manu Bay, then spend evening enjoying its beach bars and restaurants.

Active New Zealand

Outdoor and active adventures on New Zealand's North & South Islands

New Zealand must be in contention for title of adventure travel capital of the world. The list of white-knuckle thrills you can seek out here knows no bounds. New Zealand has some of the world's best sky diving, bungee jumping, mountain biking and whitewater rafting, plus plenty of softer activities; hiking, kayaking and road biking...read more

10 days

Northern adventure route

Adventures on New Zealand’s North Island
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20 days

North to south white knuckle

Epic adventures from North to South Island
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