…points around Lake Hawea. Camping grounds on the shores of both lakes offer idyllic locations for an outdoorsy holiday. Sailing, swimming, windsurfing and fishing are popular at both lakes during summer. For further information about the Wanaka region view our Wanaka regional information section.…
…of Wellington. In this compact, vibrant and cosmopolitan capital, a forested green belt runs right through the city centre and you can be windsurfing or mountain biking minutes after you've finished work. Cafes, bars restaurants and a thriving arts scene will keep you busy downtown—explore…
…* Heritage cruises * Swimming * Kayaking * Fishing * Dig your own hot pool in the sand at Te Puia * Surfing * Swim with dolphins and seals * Windsurfing * Kiteboarding * Horse trekking * 4 wheel motorbiking * Beach and forest walks Kawhia Harbour Cultural History Steeped in ancient history, this…
…and blackwater rafting) * River boarding – this is something you won't often get to try! * Sailing * Scuba diving and snorkelling * Surfing * Windsurfing Simply choose where and how you want to chill out from our water sports listings. Alternatively, use our site search to find out where the sport…
…you can raft ‘mild’ or ‘wild’ on rivers graded 2 to 5, on trips from 45 minutes to 4 days. * Windsurfing – What better place to head for windsurfing than the windiest place in New Zealand, Wellington. Regular northerlies means more time on the water and Wellington has…
…Chris McLennan (www.cmphoto.co.nz) The surf beach at Mount Maunganui is not to be missed on a hot summer's day. When the breeze is blowing, windsurfing and kite surfing are all go on the harbour. Head out to sea for a feast of fishing in the waters around Mayor Island. Watch one of the season's…
…River have formed Lake Roxburgh and Lake Dunstan. These now offer a range of recreational opportunities, from power boating and fishing to windsurfing and sailing. A popular holiday destination, there are lots of options for accommodation in Central Otago. A kiwi favourite is bed and breakfast…
…Follow 'Surf Highway 45'—a 106 kilometres around-the-coast road that takes in all the surfing spots from New Plymouth to Hawera * Surf and windsurfing lessons are available, or try tandem-surfing with an expert surfer! All gear provided * The Sugarloaf marine park is the place to see seals and…
…country's most attractive surf towns. Enjoy the beach, cafes and bush walks. Dive and fishing tours are easily arranged. You can also hire bikes, windsurfers and kayaks. Several charter companies run day trips to Mayor Island, which is actually the summit of a volcano rising from the sea floor.…