Waitomo to Raglan
We leave just before midday so, have a wee lie in before heading out to the rugged west coast surf village – Raglan. Once there, take in one of the spectacular walks. Walk to the summit of Mount Kariori, an extinct volcano clad with bush. On a clear day you’ll be able to see all the way out to Mount Taranaki to the south. Or, take a hike up to the Bridal falls, an easy walk that follows the Pakoka River that ends with the 55m high Bridal falls.
Raglan is most famous for its beaches. Black sand with one of the worlds best right hand surf breaks at Manu Bay, Whale Bay and The Indicators. The town has a renowned surf school and hosts loads of surfing competitions. While there, surf, kite-surf, fish, skydive, paraglide, blow-cart or simply sunbathe on one of the amazing beaches and enjoy the sun!