Ocean Beach
(10 min) |
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Beautiful long sandy beach that allows good swimming
(life guards on site) and relaxing in summer as well as romantic
strolls along the water in winter.
Ocean Beach has a strong rip current and usually has large strong waves
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Waimarama Beach
(10 min) |
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Another stunning beach with golden sand that offers marvellous
views of Bare Island. Waimarama has its own shops and is known as a good
surfing spot because of its large strong waves. Life guards are on site
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Maraetotara Falls
(10 min) |
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Hidden treasure that provides a sweet adventurous walkway
along the little stream till the refreshing splashes of the falls,
good place for picnic and a cool bath in the summer heat, MUST DO |
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Mohi Bush Reserve
(20 min) |
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Private and compact little patch of original New Zealand bush that provides
a sheltered 30-minute walk. Situated beside a golf course.
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Te Mata Peak
(20 min) |
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Panoramic 360° views all over Hawke's Bay, good spot for mountain biking,
walking and running, numerous walkways leading through Redwoods and over meadows
and hills. MUST DO |
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Havelock North Village
(20 min) |
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The charming village of Havelock North is nested in the slopes of Te Mata Peak
and enjoys stunning views across the plains towards Hasting and Napier and the
ranges. Worth a stroll, enjoy a coffee or tempt your teste buds at one of the many
local wineries. |
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Arataki Honey
(20 min) |
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Interesting family friendly visitor center that provides all sorts of interactive
information about bees and honey. There is also a variety of honeys to try for
yourself. |
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Cape Kidnappers
(25 min to Clifton) |
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An incredible walk (18 km in total) or ride (tractor tours) along the beach towards
several colonies of Gannet birds. The Cape sits at the end of an 8 km peninsula
which protrudes into the Pacific Ocean. Don't forget sunscreen and water in sunny
weather or rain coats in bad weather. Watch the tides!! MUST DO |
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Farmyard Zoo
(20 min) |
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Get in touch with a big variety of cute and interesting animals in a unique atmosphere.
Very family friendly and informative place that provides picnic areas, playgrounds and pony rides.
Open 10am - 5pm, 7 days, weather permitting. Springtime is the most popular time
with many animals being born. |
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Splash Planet
(30 min) |
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This is a fantastic water amusement park on 6.5 ha with lots of both, wet and dry,
attractions like water slides, lazy river, bumper boats, heated pools, fun karts,
jungle jeeps, mini golf and much more. Opens September to April. Suitable for all
ages. |
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Farmers' Market
(25 or 40 min) |
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On Saturdays in Napier (9:00am-1:00pm) and on Sundays in Hastings (8:30am-12:30pm)
you can shop a wide range of fresh vegetables, fruits, meat, bread, eggs and
preserves directly from the producer. There will be Live music and tasty food too. |
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Napier Aquarium
(35 min) |
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Experience a wide range of aquatic animals and wildlife like Sharks, Stingrays,
Penguins and many more (even a Kiwi) in the National Aquarium (Open 9:00 am - 5:00pm).
Check the feeding times. |
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Bluff Hill
(40 min) |
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The perfect lookout in Napier with views over the Napier harbour and the Marine
Parade till Cape Kidnappers. |
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Marine Parade
(35 min) |
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Great parade walk (or run or bike) along the waterfront of Napier with great gardens,
art deco features, terrific playgrounds, skateboard facility, mini golf, bike hire,
ice cream, water fountains and much more. |
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Ahuriri
(40 min) |
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Discover bars and restaurants and have a drink while looking over the marina.
New apartments sit alongside tiny old fishermen's cottages, industrial warehouses and woolstores with
distinctive saw-tooth roof lines. |
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MTG Museum Theatre Gallery
(35 min) |
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Discover interesting facts about the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake. The MTG Hawke's Bay
is also the home of a nationally significant collection of art and objects presented in
several changing exhibitions. Opens 10:00am-6:00pm |
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Mission Estate
(35 min) |
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Explore the birthplace of New Zealand wine (since 1851) and improve your knowledge
of New Zealand wines (including tasting) or just spend a few minutes and have a look around
in the lovely estate. |
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Ocean Spa
(35 min) |
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Heated pools close to the ocean on the Marine Parade in Napier. Provides facilities
for all ages including sauna. Also nice in rainy weather. |
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Tangoio White Pine
(60 min) |
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This walkway links White Pine Bush Scenic Reserve and the Tangoio Falls Scenic Reserve.
White Pine Bush Scenic Reserve is 29km north of Napier and Tangoio Falls Scenic Reserve
27kms north of Napier. The walkway is well signposted on the opposite side of SH2 from the
White Pine Bush Scenic Reserve. |
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Shine Falls
(90 min) |
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The Shine Falls are considered to be Hawke's Bay Region's tallest
waterfall with its 58m. Allow 2 hours return for this nice walkway
through native bush and grassy paddocks. To get there follow SH2 north. |
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