Things to See in Taranaki

Mount Taranaki

Taranaki’s famous 2518 metre dormant volcano sits at the centre of beautiful Egmont National Park. The park offers outstanding hiking, climbing, skiing and photography opportunities.
Surfing - Taranaki

The surf highway

The close proximity of the mountain to the sea is one of Taranaki’s special features. It takes only 30 minutes to drive from mountain plateau to beach – making it possible to ski and surf in the same day.
Puke Ariki - Taranaki

Puke Ariki

An interactive library, museum and visitor centre, Puke Ariki displays more than 6000 significant Maori taonga (treasures). The centre looks out to Len Lye’s Wind Wand sculpture on the coastal walkway.