Amanda Neall
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Whangarei ▷
Otamure Bay (Whananaki) Campsite
Nice site close to the beach.
Only cold showers but was nice after a hot day ($7pp).
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Paihia ▷
Paihia Dive
Great instructors and staff.
Made us feel comfortable in the water, since we had not been diving in a while.
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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷ Warkworth ▷
Goat Island Freedom Snokelling
Even with the low visibility we had we still managed to see a lot of fish and even a sting ray.
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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷ Thames ▷
Kauaeranga Valley Camping Grounds
Nice secluded campsites in the forest.
Great for 'roughing it'. Bring all food and cooking supplies ($8.10pp).
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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷ Auckland ▷
Rental Car Village
Great price and well maintained camper van.
Was perfect for our travels (just 2 people). Nice to have no decals on van. www.rcv.co.nz
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Dargaville ▷
The Kauri Museum
Great place and easily missed.
Had replica Kauri saw mill inside, lots of history, well put together.
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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷ Waitomo ▷
Black Water Rafting Labyrinth Tour
Very fun, great guides.
Did the Black Labryinth Tour and had a great time. The photo CD is worth the purchase.
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Kaitaia ▷
Te Paki Stream
Had a great walk through the giant sand dunes, bring a sand/body board and it is hours of free fun!!
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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷ Tongariro / National Park Village ▷
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Amazing walk with great views of the volcanoes.
Just make sure to be prepared for weather changes, or wait for good weather!
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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷ Waitomo ▷
Juno Hall Backpackers and Camping
Friendly and helpful staff, well-kept, free showers.
Plenty of camping space ($15pp).