Manawatu-Whanganui

Ohakune Carrot Adventure Park

Ohakune Carrot Adventure Park is New Zealand’s quirkiest playground—featuring the giant carrot, veggie sculptures, and family fun at the foot of Mt Ruapehu.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island

Palmerston North District

Explore Palmerston North: river paths, Te Manawa museum, Victoria Esplanade, MTB, markets & gorge adventures in NZ’s creative heart.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Wanganui District

Manawatū–Whanganui

Discover Manawatū–Whanganui: from epic river journeys, wild gorges & volcanic parks to art cities, farm towns & coastal escapes.

North Island Rangitikei

Turakina

Discover Turakina — a charming Rangitīkei village steeped in Scottish heritage, surrounded by rolling hills, historic sites, and rural tranquillity.

Ekatahuna Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Tararua

Eketāhuna

Discover Eketāhuna - riverside walks, giant kiwi icon, model railway, wildlife centre, heritage trails & Tararua ranges adventures.

Dannevirke Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Tararua

Dannevirke

Explore Dannevirke - Scandinavian roots, Fantasy Cave, serene Domain, Waihi Falls day-trip & Ruahine hikes in this Tararua gem.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Tararua

Woodville

Select the signpost for your destination Exploring Woodville: A Journey Through New Zealand’s Gateway to the Tararua District

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Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Ruapehu District Waiouru

Waiōuru

xplore Waiōuru - home to NZ’s National Army Museum, stunning Desert Road views, alpine gateway to Ruapehu & essential road-trip stop.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Ohakune Ruapehu District

Ohakune

Explore Ohakune - New Zealand’s carrot capital with alpine hikes, Old Coach Road rides, winter slopes, family parks & quirky carrot culture.

Manawatu-Whanganui Ruapehu District

Raetīhi

Discover Raetīhi - historic theatre, Dinosaur House, Makotuku River trail, glow‑worms, market days & Raetīhi Gutbuster trails.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Rangitikei

Taihape

Discover Taihape - NZ’s Gumboot Capital with gorge hikes, whitewater rafting, Mt Stewart lookout, quirky culture & ski‑trip pit‑stop.

Manawatu-Whanganui Marton North Island Rangitikei

Marton

Discover Marton -Rangitīkei’s largest town with riverside walks, historic village, markets, playgrounds, velodrome & quirky scarecrow festivals.

Bulls Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Rangitikei

Bulls

Experience Bulls - a small Rangitīkei town famed for punny signs, giant bull statues, antique shops, river walks & quirky charm at SH1/3 junction.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Palmerston North Palmerston North District

Ashhurst

Discover Ashhurst -- Manawatū Gorge access, Ashhurst Domain camping, native bush trails, river kayaking & windfarm vistas near Palmerston North.

Feilding Manawatu Manawatu-Whanganui North Island

Feilding

Explore Feilding - award-winning Edwardian town, buzzing Friday farmers’ market, heritage saleyards, vintage museums, trails & motorsport thrills.

Horowhenua Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Shannon

Shannon

Discover Shannon - historic railway, Owlcatraz wildlife park, kayaking on Mangahāo, native art & café culture in Horowhenua.

Horowhenua Manawatu-Whanganui North Island

Foxton

Select the signpost for your destination Exploring Foxton: A Journey Through New Zealand’s Coastal Heritage Town

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Horowhenua Levin Manawatu-Whanganui North Island

Levin

Discover Levin - large Horowhenua hub with Adventure Park, lake walks, kiwi bush trails, farm stalls, historic trig hikes & beach access.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Wanganui Wanganui District

Whanganui

Explore Whanganui - istoric paddle steamer, art galleries, river adventures, heritage elevator & black‑sand beaches in New Zealand’s River City.

Manawatu-Whanganui

Tararua District

Explore the Tararua District — a raw and rugged corner of Aotearoa filled with forested ranges, rural charm, and soul-stirring natural beauty. Perfect for off-the-beaten-path explorers!

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island

Ruapehu District

Discover Ruapehu District - ski Mt Ruapehu, explore Tongariro Alpine Crossing, river journeys, dark skies, timber trails & heritage towns.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island

Rangitīkei

Explore Rangitīkei - gorge canoeing, suspension bridges, quirky towns, farm stays, huntaway dogs & scenic drives in NZ’s heartland.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Palmerston North Palmerston North District

Palmerston North

Uncover Palmerston North - interactive art, riverside trails, vibrant markets, hidden MTB tracks & gorge escapes in New Zealand’s heartland.

Manawatu-Whanganui North Island

Manawatu District

Select the signpost for your destination Exploring Manawatu District: A Journey Through New Zealand’s Heartland

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Manawatu-Whanganui North Island

Horowhenua District

Discover Horowhenua -Wetland trails, Foxton Beach, Dutch windmill, Tararua hikes, farm‑fresh berries & family fun in Levin & Shannon.

Attractions Blog Manawatu-Whanganui North Island Scenic Views Tararua

Lake Waikareiti trailhead

Lake Waikareiti Trailhead: Gateway to Tranquil Wilderness

Located in Te Urewera, near Lake Waikaremoana, the Lake Waikareiti Trailhead offers an idyllic entry point to one of New Zealand’s lesser-explored treasures.…

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Papakorito Falls

Papakorito Falls: A Thundering Natural Spectacle

Located near Lake Waikaremoana in Te Urewera, Papakorito Falls is a breathtaking waterfall that plunges powerfully over a sheer rock face. This stunning natural…

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Aniwaniwa Falls

Aniwaniwa Falls: A Cascade of Tranquility in Te Urewera

Hidden in the mystical beauty of Te Urewera, Aniwaniwa Falls is a series of stunning waterfalls that weave their way through…

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Korokoro Falls

Korokoro Falls: A Tranquil Retreat in Tararua Forest Park

Korokoro Falls, nestled deep within the Tararua Forest Park, offers an enchanting escape into New Zealand's unspoiled natural beauty. Tucked away…