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Darren Abbott
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Dargaville ▷
Trounson Kauri Park Campground
Lovely wooded setting and our favourite Top10.
Night walks to spot Kiwi etc in nearby forest (weather permitting - ours was cancelled).
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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷ Christchurch ▷
Kiwi Campers New Zealand
Good for a cheaper end van.
A bit older than some other options, but everything you need and a nice size for two (Toyota Hiace 2003 model). Easy to park!!
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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷ Rotorua ▷
Kaituna Cascades
Awesome rafting trip down the Wairoa River and a unique experience given the river is only open once a month when a dam is released.
Lots of fun.
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North Island ▷ Bay of Plenty ▷ Waihi ▷
Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway
Great walks around old disused goldmines where you can explore tunnels (torch advsied!) and lots of waterfalls/rivers etc.
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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷ Wellington ▷
Museum of New Zealand
Great intro to all things Kiwi from volcanoes to Maori culture and very hands on.
Good if the weather is rubbish.
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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷ Picton / Marlborough Sounds ▷
Queen Charlotte Track
Only did a three hour walk from Anakiwa.
Great views, though water taxi back not cheap and Abel Tasman track offer better beaches.
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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷ Nelson ▷
Nelson isite Visitor Information Centre
Really knowledgable staff, who helped us plan our whole four days in the area.
As with all i-sites, hard to find information easily on freedom camping.
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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷ Picton / Marlborough Sounds ▷
Momorangi Campsite
Fantastic setting which makes their site.
Quiet bay with swimming and cheap kayak hire. Good facilities including hot showers. Paid $15 per person, per night.
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Paihia ▷
The Rock Adventure Cruise
Fantastic overnight trip in the Bay of Islands on a very friendly boat.
Great range of activities such as fishing, kayaking and walking and lovely BBQ. Great value.
Hi Darren, thank you. Very pleased to know you had a great time cruising with us and enjoyed all of the activities provided.
Jonny Greener
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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷ Abel Tasman ▷
Abel Tasman Coast Track
Gorgeous bays and views.
Great option for one night if you have no camping gear is getting a water taxi from Marahau to Tonga Bay then stay in AquaPackers (Anchorage).