…and history of the awe-inspiring Waikato region. Discover the ancient stalagmites and stalactites and study the Māori history of the Waikato region. Travel Insurance Glowworm Caves NZ Products NZ Holiday Deals WaikatoHistory Overview Huka Jet at Huka Falls WaikatoRiver,Waikato Photographer:…
…content Home »RIVER RIDERS - Hamilton RIVER RIDERS - Hamilton Visit Website Cycle the Mighty Waikato Te Awa with the team at River Riders. While cycling alongside NZ's longest river from Ngaruawahia in the North to Lake Karapiro in the South, you'll experience culture, history, heritage, food,…
…community. The mighty Waikatoriver is best experienced from the deck of a classic paddle steamer. While the world passes by, an interesting commentary will tell you about local landmarks, the history of the region and riverbank life. As of the 2006 Census, the Waikato region held a resident…
Cycle the Mighty Waikato Te Awa with the team at River Riders. While cycling alongside NZ's longest river from Ngaruawahia in the North to Lake Karapiro in the South, you'll experience culture, history, heritage, food, coffee and more.
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…Information »New Zealand Regions »North Island History North Island History North Island | Regional Information | Activity Highlights | Scenic Highlights | History The North Island has a traumatic and interesting history. From the Māori Land Wars of the 1860s to the volcanic…
…through the Waikato region until it reaches the Tasman Sea at Port Waikato, north west of Hamilton. The Waikato became a working river when Tainui migrated to the region and began to farm its banks. Eventually, they saw the river as being inextricably linked with their own history. The river was the…
…Zealand Travel »Scenic Highlights »Scenic Views »WaikatoRiver Whanganui River - the Longest Navigable River in New Zealand The Whanganui River is a major river in the North Island of New Zealand. The Whanganui River begins at Mt Tongariro, travels through the Whanganui National…
…Cruise down the WaikatoRiver on the M.V. Waipa Delta. * Wander around Hamilton Gardens, stunning themed gardens on the banks of the Waikatoriver * Visit Hamilton Zoo, a wildlife conservation park with a giant free flight aviary * The Waikato Museum of Contemporary Art and History has a wide range…
…and forest walks Kawhia Harbour Cultural History Steeped in ancient history, this historic eco-wonderland is the spiritual and ancestral home of the Māori tribe, Tainui. The tribe is named after Tainui, the migration canoe from which the Waikato Māori claim descent. The canoes final…
…world. (more) Balloons over Waikato, 24th - 28th March Last year's Balloons over Waikato was enjoyed by an estimated crowd of 80,000, who watched over 30 hot air balloons from around the world take to the skies above Hamilton and the Waikato area. Balloons Over Waikato is New Zealand's premier hot…