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Taranaki

The Naki is quite the surprise package. Talk with the colloquial locals and unlock a Jack-in-the-Box of the unexpected.

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Brooklands Zoo

Brooklands Zoo

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  • Free access/participation

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Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
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Rotokare Scenic Reserve

Rotokare Scenic Reserve

We are a pest free sanctuary. We have spent millions of dollars and hours eradicating mice, rats, stoats, weasels and possums from inside the sanctuary.

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Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.

$5 per person, per night.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Camping and any vehicle Camping and any vehicle

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Camping and any vehicle

Camping and any vehicle

You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.

Maximum of 3 self contained and 3 non self-contained per night.

Track Duration

  • 1 to 2 hours 1 to 2 hours

Track Duration

How long does it take to walk this track on average?

1 to 2 hours

1 to 2 hours

The lake edge track takes 1-2 hours. The start is flat and wide and suitable for wheelchairs. The ridgeline track is steep and takes up to 2 hours.

Track Difficulty

  • Easy walk Easy walk

Track Difficulty

Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete?

Easy walk

Easy walk

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • Local Council

Campsite Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this campsite?

Local Council

This experience is managed by a local council.

The reserve is managed by Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust on behalf of the council. Volunteers maintain the site.
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Horses @Pukatea Hill

Horses @Pukatea Hill

Horses @Pukatea Hill

90%

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Avoid Camping Fines!

Each camping location is approved by a regional council in NZ. So if it shows on the map, you’re allowed to stay.

The Rankers Camping NZ app, is also in association with…

Tawhiti Museum

Tawhiti Museum

90%

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Ashley Park

Ashley Park

89%

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Taranaki / Egmont National Park

DOC Visitor Centre

Taranaki / Egmont National Park

DOC Visitor Centre

Start your journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes at a Department of Conservation (DOC) Visitor Centre. Information about conservation areas, as well as DOC's 14,000 km of tracks, 9 Great Walks, and network of 950 huts and 324 campsites.

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Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
89%

12 Reviews

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Camping NZ App

Every camping site on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.

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Festival of Lights - Pukekura Park

Pukekura Park

New Plymouth

Pukekura Park

New Plymouth

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Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
88%

8 Reviews

8 Face-to-Face

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New Plymouth i-SITE located in Puke Ariki

New Plymouth i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

New Plymouth i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

86%

21 Reviews

20 Face-to-Face

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Puke Ariki Museum and Library

New Plymouth

Puke Ariki Museum and Library

New Plymouth

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Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
83%

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South Taranaki i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

South Taranaki i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

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Nick Morrison

New Zealand

Ahu Ahu Road End is a top place to stop for a swim, a little break or take the short walk over the Weld Rd road end. Interesting location with offshore reefs and good surf when the swell is running.

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Taranaki Pioneer Village

Taranaki Pioneer Village

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Dawson Falls Visitor Centre - photo: Tim Weston

Dawson Falls

DOC Visitor Centre

Dawson Falls

DOC Visitor Centre

Start your journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes at a Department of Conservation (DOC) Visitor Centre. Information about conservation areas, as well as DOC's 14,000 km of tracks, 9 Great Walks, and network of 950 huts and 324 campsites.

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Stratford i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Stratford i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

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4 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

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emacadamia

the e-sensual nut

emacadamia

the e-sensual nut

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Jess Laver

New Zealand

Parihaka Music Festival, Parihaka Pa site: Awesome music festival, the best!! Normally 2nd weekend of January, chilled out, can be enjoyed by everyone, camping great, free hot shower.

Farmers Market Taranaki

Farmers Market Taranaki

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Locally Produced

  • 60%+ locally sourced

Locally Produced

How locally produced are the products?

60%+ locally sourced

More than 60% of food and drink is locally sourced or produced.

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Taranaki Thermal Spa

Taranaki Thermal Spa

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Taranaki Mineral Pools

Taranaki Mineral Pools

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Three Sisters Horse Treks

Three Sisters Horse Treks

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