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| Thread ID: 103378 | 2009-09-21 01:37:00 | North of Auckland - what to see and do | FoxyMX (5) | PC World Chat |
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| 812281 | 2009-09-21 04:54:00 | The Kauri Museum at Matakohe is a MUST. It's a bit out of the way but truly worth the effort. It is now recognised as being world class. | Richard (739) | ||
| 812282 | 2009-09-21 05:00:00 | Thanks, people . :) love the signature :D :D Come and see us I'll try! Are you easy to find? Take your pick . http://www . northlandnz . com/ Yes, I have been trawling sites like that, of course, but they don't always mention the nice little nooks and crannies tucked away here and there that the locals all know about and the tourists go straight past . I remember years ago going to a beach where there was hot water if you dug into the sand, I was about 6 at the time so don't really remember it very well, but I think it would be worth going to if you are into that kind of thing . I think it was north of Auckland, can't even be sure of that Anyone know what I'm talking about? Yeah, Coromandel . Not going anywhere near there this time . :p We have been up as far as the Bay of Islands for a quick visit quite a few years ago but things will have changed a lot since then and this time we want to do more exploring . And some fishing and more diving . The Kauri Museum is definitely on the list, as is Tane Mahuta . Even though we have seen the latter before we want to see it again . The Boss didn't think we needed to visit Cape Reinga but I would like to, since we have been right down to the bottom of the country . I will tell him PF1 said we need to go . :thumbs: Keep the suggestions coming . |
FoxyMX (5) | ||
| 812283 | 2009-09-21 05:12:00 | I've been on a tour from Kaitaia to Cape Reinga with this Guy. http://www.farnorthtours.co.nz/ Comes very well recommended. He has permission to cross land where other tours can't go. |
Sweep (90) | ||
| 812284 | 2009-09-21 05:27:00 | I went up North in January 1970 with friends who had friends in Dargaville and Ahipara whom we stayed with. The people at Ahipara lived right on the beach front and had a Farmall Tractor and trailer which we use to go up and down the beach on. I remember digging for tua tua, and you could fill a 2 litre bucket with them just by standing in one place. :) |
Trev (427) | ||
| 812285 | 2009-09-21 05:34:00 | Thanks, people . :) I'll try! Are you easy to find? This ( . google . com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=3+dent+street+whangarei&sll=37 . 0625,-95 . 677068&sspn=50 . 956929,114 . 169922&ie=UTF8&ll=-35 . 722175,174 . 321125&spn=0 . 003218,0 . 006968&z=18&iwloc=A&layer=c&cbll=-35 . 722198,174 . 321221&panoid=00abTFOPmQtKAYx2WPY4Ag&cbp=12,3 . 47,,0,6 . 66" target="_blank">maps . google . com) is our little hidey hole :D |
CYaBro (73) | ||
| 812286 | 2009-09-21 05:42:00 | Oh, and if you get the chance, slide down the sand dunes on a boogie board. Just remember to keep your arms inside. And bring some cotton buds when you go for a shower. :thumbs: | bob_doe_nz (92) | ||
| 812287 | 2009-09-21 05:58:00 | Oh, and if you get the chance, slide down the sand dunes on a boogie board. Just remember to keep your arms inside. And bring some cotton buds when you go for a shower. :thumbs: x2. Great fun. |
pcuser42 (130) | ||
| 812288 | 2009-09-21 06:34:00 | Oh, and if you get the chance, slide down the sand dunes on a boogie board. Just remember to keep your arms inside. A boogie board is flat; how does one keep their arms inside? :illogical Edit: Ah, I think you meant onboard; as in not sandpapering your lower arms as you ride down the hill ! |
Jen (38) | ||
| 812289 | 2009-09-21 06:36:00 | I remember years ago going to a beach where there was hot water if you dug into the sand, I was about 6 at the time so don't really remember it very well, but I think it would be worth going to if you are into that kind of thing. I think it was north of Auckland, can't even be sure of that :blush: Anyone know what I'm talking about? :p Probably hot water beach in Coromandel. |
prefect (6291) | ||
| 812290 | 2009-09-21 07:40:00 | My home town is Whangarei/Kaikohe, and if you like beaches/bays there are plenty along the coast. From the Whangarei Heads (Paroa bay, and camping/cabin grounds), the Tutukaka Coast (Matapouri Bay, Sandy Bay, and the serene Nungruru Bay/River (has a sand spit, where I use to swim/kayak, with the bay on the other side; But now protected for it's marine environment, I think). Great Panoramic view just up the road. Drive through Glenbervie (just NE from town), around the coast, then out at Hikurangi. In town, the water falls, and claphams clock museum (http://www.claphamsclocks.com/) are worth a visit. There's the Kamo Springs, and plenty of accommodation... |
kahawai chaser (3545) | ||
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