A relatively undiscovered region Taranaki offers a unique mix of adventure, culture and urban sophistication.

Taranaki is the home of New Zealand’s best city (North & South Magazine) and the World’s best small city (LiveCom awards), but every corner of this dynamic is worth exploring.

The majestic peak of Mt Taranaki sits at the heart of the region, and the surrounding Egmont National Park, New Zealand’s most accessible national park, offers more than 300km of walking tracks, from the nature walk through the Goblin Forest to the five-day Round the Mountain epic.

Countless world-class surf breaks peel along the 100km long Surf Highway 45 around Taranaki’s coast, and there are plenty of other adventure activities to experience the best of the region. Not to be missed is a walk along New Plymouth's international award-winning 7km waterfront walkway.

Taranaki boasts many major events from major cultural festivals to huge concerts and international sporting events, and its many renowned museums, art galleries, and gardens offer a glimpse at the region’s rich history and unique natural environment.

With its vibrant culture, stunning natural setting and laid-back ambience, Taranaki really is a destination ‘like no other’.

Venture Taranaki Trust
Website: www.taranaki.info