In the middle of New Zealand’s North Island you’ll find one of the best easy hikes the country has to offer: the Te Waihou Walkway. The Te Waihou Walkway is an out-and-back hike that leads to Blue Springs, a place…
6 Awesome (Free and Low Cost) Hot Springs around Taupo and Rotorua
The North Island of New Zealand is chock-full of natural hot springs, thanks to a volcanic landscape that’s created an abundance of geothermal activity. The regions of Taupo and Rotorua are particularly rich in geothermal wonders, including some incredible…
Matapouri Beach + Motutara Farm in Northland, New Zealand
Update: Mermaid Pool has been indefinitely closed, as it was being inundated with visitors who were trashing it. It’s taking a much-needed rest from humans. We still highly recommend visiting Matapouri Beach (without going to Mermaid Pool) and Motutara Farm…
