Taranaki & Wanganui

Taranaki & Wanganui are not often high on the ordinary tourist's sight-seeing list, but getting off the beaten track is what we're all about. For those willing to explore New Zealand a little deeper, your experiences will be refreshingly original, and just as rewarding.

Taranaki offers a huge range of outdoor activities, from strolls through native forests and multi-day hikes, to river rafting, ocean surfing and winter snow sports. It’s one of the few places where you can go snow boarding in the morning and surfing the same afternoon, followed by an evening relaxing in a restaurant with great food and wine.

If you're a little less active, you’ll discover fascinating art trails and festivals, award-winning museums and galleries, and a thriving café culture.

The Wanganui region is rich in Maori and European history, and this is physically apparent in the beautifully preserved heritage buildings, riverboats and marae (traditional Maori community meeting places).

Travelling along the serene Wanganui River Valley, the area is a great place to rediscover inner peace and truly relax. Visitors can immerse themselves in local art, culture, history and the legendary spirit of the majestic Wanganui River. This rejuvenating atmosphere is created by a wonderful combination of a mystical presence, stunning scenery and very limited human intervention.

Take a look at our Tasters below to get a feel for your luxury Accommodation and Activity options in the Taranaki & Wanganui region.