North Island New Zealand Last Updated: 06/12/2024 | |
North Island, also known as Te Ika-a-Māui in Māori, is one of the two main islands of New Zealand, the other being South Island. North Island is the smaller of the two main islands but has a larger population, hosting about 77% of New Zealand's population. New Zealand's North Island offers island sanctuaries and lively cities with a large helping of culture and history for a truly diverse holiday experience. | |
- Major Cities: The island's largest city is Auckland, which is also the largest urban area in New Zealand. Other significant cities include Wellington (the capital city of New Zealand), Hamilton, and Tauranga. - Natural Features: The island is known for its diverse geography, which includes volcanic plateaus, rolling farmlands, and extensive coastlines. The central part of the island features the North Island Volcanic Plateau. |
Nikau Cave and Cafe Place » Tourism Experience a beautiful New Zealand glowworm cave with a personal and unhurried tour through Nikau Cave. On the North Waikato west coast - this is the best place to see glowworms close to Auckland. The cafe showcases the striking natural landscape, bordered by a stream and sitting below green hills studded with dramatic limestone rocks. 28 views 💖 11770 Waikaretu Valley Road, Waikaretu 2695, New Zealand | |
Cape Palliser Lighthouse Place » Outdoors Cape Palliser Lighthouse is a lighthouse at Cape Palliser in the Wellington region of the North Island of New Zealand. This area of Wairarapa has a rich history of early Maori occupation and heritage sites are part of the fascinating landscape. For the final part of the journey, the road clings to the edge of the coast, providing unstoppable views of Palliser Bay. 29 views 💖 1Cape Palliser 5772, New Zealand | |
Staglands Wildlife Reserve Place » Amusement Staglands Wildlife Reserve is nestled in Akatarawa Valley, a perfect day trip destination less than an hours’ drive from Wellington City. Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Cafe offers visitors the unique and exciting opportunity to connect with nature in a beautiful, natural environment. Feed and freely interact with wildlife in this very special place 33 views 💖 12362 Akatarawa Road, Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt 5372, New Zealand | |
Putangirua Pinnacles Place » Outdoors The Pūtangirua Pinnacles (also known colloquially simply as The Pinnacles) are a geological formation and one of New Zealand's best examples of badlands erosion. They consist of a large number of earth pillars or hoodoos located at the head of a valley in the Aorangi Ranges, on the North Island of New Zealand, in the Wellington region. 23 views 💖 1Wairarapa 5772, New Zealand | |
Gannet colony Place » Outdoors Captivating champion divers and masters of the sea, Gannets are true acrobats. Brace yourself for a journey that takes you from coast to cape, to the world’s largest and most accessible Gannet colony in the beautiful Hawke’s Bay. Discover the mesmerising birds in an almost face to face experience and take in the stunning vista of the area. 22 views 💖 1428 Motutara Road, Waitakere, Muriwai 0881, New Zealand | |
Pukekura Park Place » Outdoors Pukekura Park is a beautiful public park located in New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand. It is one of New Zealand's premier botanical gardens and recreational spaces, known for its diverse plant collections, picturesque landscapes, and various recreational amenities. 48 views 💖 110 Fillis Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand | |
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Place » Tourism The Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a popular tourist attraction located in the Waitomo region of the North Island of New Zealand. The caves are known for their unique bioluminescent inhabitants, the glowworms, which create a magical and surreal experience for visitors. 453 views 💖 10New Zealand | |
Government Gardens Place » Outdoors The Government Gardens is a prominent public park located in Rotorua, New Zealand. Situated on the shores of Lake Rotorua, the Government Gardens is known for its stunning gardens, historical buildings, and recreational facilities. 480 views 💖 39 Queens Dr, Rotorua 3046, New Zealand | |
Quan Am Buddhist Monastery Place » Temple Quan Am Buddhist Monastery is a Vietnamese Buddhist monastery located at 67 Beaver Road, East, Bombay 2472, New Zealand. It is a beautiful temple with garden and blue background. There are about 36 statues Guan Yin Buddhist in here. 448 views 💖 367 Beaver Road, East, Bombay 2472, New Zealand | |
Waiotapu Place » Town Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland is a geothermal area located approximately 27 kilometers (17 miles) south of Rotorua, in the Taupo Volcanic Zone on New Zealand's North Island. It covers an area of about 18 square kilometers (7 square miles) and is known for its vibrant and otherworldly landscapes created by geothermal activity. 480 views 💖 7201 Waiotapu Loop Rd, Rotorua 3073, New Zealand |