Hidden Gems Route

Written By Anderson Castro

Discover New Zealand beyond the obvious

  1. Bay of Islands
    A subtropical paradise with historic charm

  2. Whangārei
    Hidden waterfalls and coastal beauty

  3. Waiheke Island
    Wine, beaches and relaxed island life

  4. Raglan
    Surf culture and wild west coast energy

  5. Napier / Hawke’s Bay
    Art deco city surrounded by vineyards

  6. Mount Taranaki (New Plymouth)
    A perfectly shaped volcano rising alone

  7. Marlborough Sounds
    Remote bays, forest and quiet waters

  8. Arthur’s Pass
    A dramatic alpine crossing through the mountains

  9. Punakaiki (Pancake Rocks)
    Unique rock formations shaped by the ocean

  10. The Catlins
    Wild coastline, waterfalls and wildlife

  11. Stewart Island
    Untouched nature and kiwi birds in the wild

Anderson Castro
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