• New Zealand Regions
      • Hawke's Bay
      • Bay of Plenty
      • Waikato
      • Whanganui
      • Manawatu
      • Northland
      • Auckland
      • Gisborne
      • Taranaki
      • Wellington
      • West Coast
      • Nelson
      • Canterbury
      • Otago
      • Marlborough
      • Southland
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      Hawke's Bay

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      Beaches, wineries and Art Deco. The Hawke's Bay has a diverse economy, including business services that support its sectors to be the second largest contributor to regional GDP in the country. A popular tourist destination, the region has some of the countries best restaurants as well as stunning scenery, markets and festivals.

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      HastingsNapier

      Bay of Plenty

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      The Bay of Plenty is officially New Zealand's sunniest destination, enjoying short-lived winters and long summer days. The Region offers some of the country's most spectacular views and many ways to enjoy the pristine scenery and natural wonders. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Bay's Māori heritage and pre-European roots.

      Districts

      OpotikiOpotiki iSiteKawerauWhakatane

      Waikato

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      The Waikato is known for its rolling plains, fertile land and the mighty Waikato River. The region is the fourth largest regional economy in New Zealand, with a strong focus on primary production and associated manufacturing.

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      South WaikatoWaikato District

      Whanganui

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      Welcome to Whanganui. This is our place; where history is full of stories, legends and rich legacy. Where a thriving arts scene, creativity and evolving culture inspire our modern lives. Where breath-taking natural landscapes capture imaginations at every turn.

      Manawatu

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      Located in the lower North Island, Manawatu is heartland New Zealand, offering an authentic Kiwi experience.

      The main in the region are Palmerston North, most notable for Massey University. Palmerston has a vibrant, arts and culture scene.

      The region's economy is based on food production and processing, research and education. The region is also home for the New Zealand defence force.

      Northland

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      Northland was originally home to some of our country's first human inhabitants. Today, it is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand and home to nearly 189,000 people. Rich in culture and history, the region boasts a stunning natural environment.

      Auckland

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      Auckland Region stretches from the the beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east to the expansive beaches of the rugged west coast of the Tasman Sea. Auckland City, the largest urban area in New Zealand is considered the main economic center of New Zealand and a popular destination for international students and travellers.

      Gisborne

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      Gisborne is a Region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for wineries and surf beaches such as Makorori. The region has maintained a strong Maori heritage. The region's economy is made up mainly of agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

      Taranaki

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      Taranaki is a coastal and mountainous region on the western side of New Zealand's North Island. Its landscape is dominated by Mount Taranaki, its namesake volcano, which lies within the rainforested Egmont National Park.

      The port city of New Plymouth is the area's cultural and commercial hub. Taranaki's economy is diverse and includes dairy, oil and gas. The region is the highest contributor or national GDP per capita. 

      Wellington

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      The Wellington Region covers Wellington city in the south, Upper and Lower Hutt valleys to the north-east, and Porirua to the north-west. The region takes its name from Wellington, New Zealand's capital city.

      Wellington is famous for its arts and culture scene and is also the centre of New Zealand's film industry.

      West Coast

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      The West Coast, or as some locals call it, the "Wild West", is a long thin region that runs down the South Island's west coast.

      The region has the lowest population in all of New Zealand. It is famous for its rugged natural scenery such as the Pancake Rocks, the Blue Pools of Haast, and the glaciers.

      The main industries in the region are dairy farming and mining. Tourism also plays an important role.

      Nelson – Tasman

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      Nelson Tasman is an extraordinary, vibrant region where art and businesses thrive together among a stunning natural landscape. With one in five people internationally born, Nelson Tasman has 48 different cultures living in its environs.

      The region prides its self on being New Zealand’s leading Research and Development areas, with the highest proportion of people working in the research, science and tech sectors out of anywhere in New Zealand.

      Canterbury

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      Canterbury is a region on New Zealand’s South Island marked by grassy plains, clear lakes and snow-capped mountains. Its largest city, Christchurch, is famed for its art scene and green spaces.

      Otago

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      There are few places in the world which will leave you with a lasting sense of difference. Central Otago is undoubtedly one of them from its landscapes, its seasons, its people, its products and experiences.

      Marlborough

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      Marlborough Region is on the north-eastern corner of the South Island. The region is well known for its winemaking industry, and the Marlborough Sounds, an extensive network of coastal waterways, peninsulas and islands.

      Apart from the wine industry, aquaculture, agriculture and tourism play an important role in the local economy.

      Southland

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      Southland is New Zealand’s most southerly region and includes the World Heritage ranked Fiordland National Park.

      The region's only city Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life with wide streets, little traffic, spacious parks and gardens, striking Victorian and Edwardian architecture and impressive sporting facilities including New Zealand’s first indoor velodrome. Southland's location is such that views of Aurora Australis or the Southern Lights are common.

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渡轮

往返于北岛和南岛之间的渡轮

新西兰最著名、最美丽的渡轮路线是在北岛的惠灵顿和南岛的皮克顿之间。两个岛屿之间的旅程通常被称为 “穿越库克海峡”。航行时间约为 3.5 小时(取决于天气)。

渡轮公司

Bluebridge 和岛际渡轮定期在两个岛屿之间旅行,可以转移车辆、摩托车和宠物。船上提供舒适的座位、带无线网络连接的休息室和餐饮选择,私人小屋也可供选择。

帆船从早上开始,一直持续到晚上,夏季航行次数增加。

从惠灵顿航行到皮克顿时,充分利用 Bluebridge 的夜间航行(在新窗口中打开)的私人卧铺舱,这是一种经济舒适的旅行方式,适合家庭入住。船上还设有无障碍卧铺舱。

惠灵顿渡轮码头

Bluebridge 惠灵顿航站楼位于惠灵顿市中心城市,对面惠灵顿火车站,靠近滑铁卢码头,可从城市步行。

惠灵顿岛际客运码头位于惠灵顿城市奥蒂亚码头、Pipitea 和惠灵顿岛际汽车终点站(在新窗口中打开)距惠灵顿市中心仅短途车程或巴士之旅,距离客运大楼不远。不建议从惠灵顿市步行,因为它需要在高速公路上穿越繁忙的道路,而且没有人行横道,所以从惠灵顿火车站 9 号站台乘坐岛际免费穿梭巴士。

皮克顿渡轮码头

Bluebridge 皮克顿码头(在新窗口中打开)距离皮克顿的海滨不到一公里。酒店提供免费班车,从 Picton i-Site、岛际巴士收容所和 Oxleys Tavern 接送服务。岛际皮克顿码头(在新窗口中打开)位于皮克顿奥克兰街 1 号的海滨。在同一个区域,步行很短的路程,你会找到车辆终点站。

在库克海峡航行

据说是世界上最美丽的帆船之旅之一,穿越库克海峡不仅仅是渡轮。

自然爱好者会很高兴知道,很有可能看到许多种本地海豚、鲸鱼、信天翁、orca(杀手鲸)和新西兰毛海豹。6 月至 9 月期间,多达 300 只座头鲸的大型豆荚在库克海峡上迁移,因此请保持眼睛去皮。

离开惠灵顿(在新窗口中打开)的生活将高楼留在后面,然后飞过索姆斯岛和惠灵顿海峡崎岖的海岸线,进入库克海峡的深处。晴朗的一天,您将在远处欣赏南岛的景色。

随着旅程的结束,你将慢慢通过保守海峡和夏洛特皇后峡湾。这是摄影师的梦想,周围环绕着郁郁葱葱的原生森林、清澈的海水、丛林散步和度假屋,很快就会进入漂亮的皮克顿(在新窗口中打开)。

奥克兰渡轮之旅

如果你发现自己在奥克兰乘坐渡轮到附近岛屿绝对应该被列入议程,那么跳上富勒渡轮(在新窗口中打开),然后前往 Hauraki Gulf 海湾的这些岛屿;

  • 怀赫科岛,40 分钟
  • 朗吉托托岛,25 分钟
  • Tiritiri Matangi 岛,75 分钟
  • 罗托罗阿岛,75 分钟
  • 德文波特,12 分钟
  • 科罗曼德,2 小时
  • 莫图塔普岛,35 分钟

奥克兰的水上出租车

水上出租车是一种方便的服务,可以前往远足径的起点或到达渡轮无法到达的目的地,或者只是作为一种有趣的替代方式出行。

大多数水上出租车运营商还可以组织定制的当地景点观光之旅。Hauraki Express 和奥克兰水上出租车提供私人旅游以及奥克兰和大堡岛、卡瓦岛和拉基诺岛之间的接送服务。

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