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Northland
has a high number of world-class attractions and entertainment options
suitable for every taste and budget. Travelling to these from Lupton Lodge can be
enjoyable for the journeys themselves as well as the final destinations.
Below is a list of day trips around Northland including recommended
activities and stop-off points to keep you entertained along the way. There are
also a few off-the-beaten-track suggestions in case you want
something a little different from your Northland experience.
For information on
activities near Lupton Lodge and links to other operators click
here.
For information on driving
routes to/from Auckland please click
here.
Northland
Self-Drive Day Trip Suggestions
1.
Tutukaka Coast Loop Road (rejoins SH1 at Hikurangi)
Touring
route
around the spectacular Tutukaka Coast, Glenbervie and the Whangarei
Falls. 2 hours driving time excluding stops. Amazing coastal scenery.
Lots of great land and water based activities for all ages, interests
and budgets. Highly recommended!!! Find
out more...
2.
Whangarei Heads
The
Whangarei Heads offer dramatic mountain scenery, walkways, beaches and
craft galleries along a 35km long peninsula accessible from Whangarei city
centre. From Lupton Lodge to the start of the Whangarei Heads is a 10-15
minute drive. Find out more...
3.
Bay of Islands, Waitangi and Keri Keri – one hour’s drive north of
Whangarei
Day
trip suggestions, including land and water based activities, in the
beautiful Bay of Islands. This touring route takes you through Paihia,
Waitangi and Kerikeri, with the option to visit Russell if you have time. Find
out more...
4.
Russell via Oakura, Helena Bay, & Whangaruru Harbour - Bay of Islands
with a twist
Start
your day with a lovely drive and car-ferry ride to Russell. See the Bay
of Islands by boat or from the lookout on Flagstaff Hill and stroll
around arguably New Zealand's cutest village. Make your way home via the
rugged and stunning east coast. The roads are bendy and the people are
few but the scenery is fantastic. Find
out more...
6.
Dargaville, Kauri Coast and Kai Iwi Lakes – 1 to 1.5 hours drive west of
Whangarei
7.
Hokianga Harbour (Opononi) & Waipoua Forest (home of Tane Mahuta)
8.
Doubtless Bay - Mangonui, Karikari Penninsula, Whangaroa Harbour, Matauri
Bay
More
activities
and stop off points coming soon!
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