Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Regions at a Glance
Waikato & Coromandel Peninsula
Beaches & Surf
Around Raglan you'll find safe swimming and world-class surf at legendary Manu Bay.
Beaches on the Coromandel are extremely popular in summer, but splendid isolation can
still be found.
Smalltown Vibe
Smaller towns in the Waikato like Te Aroha, Cambridge, Matamata and Raglan have great
pubs, cafes, restaurants and friendly locals. The Coromandel's goldrush roots are in
Thames and Coromandel Town.
Waitomo Caves
Don't miss Waitomo Caves, NZ's most staggering cave site. Rafting along underground
rivers (black-water rafting) is popular, or you can just float through amazing grottoes of
glowworms.
