Introducing Taumarunui
Maybe Taumarunui should get a gimmick, as this little town can feel a bit grim. The main reason to stay here is to kayak on the Whanganui River or as a cheaper base for skiing in Tongariro National Park.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: A 3 week itinerary in NZ - would love some feedback/tips!
by horizzy 13 September 2011
You are really trying to squeeze too much in. Bay of Islands is lovely but as a local maybe I am spoiled I would only go up there if I…
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RE: Drive from Auckland to new Plymouth
by ranjon 27 August 2011
I found the drive down SH4 as far as Taumarunui being one of the more enjoyable ones in NZ and so you could turn off SH3 after Te Kuiti,…
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Re: Egmont area
by newzealandtravel 21 July 2011
The Whangamonona road - The Forgotten Highway - is unsealed for about 12km in the gorge area but it is suitable for campervans. You…
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