The '''Waikato''' is a region of the North Island of New Zealand that lies to the south of Auckland and is named for the ''Waikato river'', that traverses its length. The Waikato river has several hydroelectric dams and the manmade lakes behind them are used for a range of water sports.

Regions

  • Coromandel
  • Cities

  • Hamilton
  • Other destinations

  • Cambridge
  • Huntly
  • Otorohanga
  • Pirongia
  • Raglan
  • Te Awamutu
  • Te Kuiti
  • Thames
  • Waitomo
  • Understand

    This area of New Zealand is partly agricultural, with dairying being the major agri-industry.

    Within the region there are also areas of incredible natural value - such as the Coromandel Peninsula, Mt Pirongia, Waitomo, and more.

    Talk

    Get in

    [http://www.newmanscoach.co.nz/ Newmans Coach Lines] operates a premium sightseeing tours throughout the North Island.

    [http://www.intercity.co.nz/ InterCity Coachlines] is New Zealand's national coach company and operates over 150 services to more than 600 destinations nationwide.

    [http://www.nakedbus.com/ NakedBus] may be really cheap if you order in advance.

    Get around

    See

  • '''Ruakuri Cave''', offers a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences you will enter and begin a spiral 1.6 km descent from ground level via an incredible drum entrance and walkway into the underground cave.
  • Do

  • '''Creative workshops''',[http://www.creativetourism.co.nz]. Take part in a creative workshop: Spend a day with local artists and learn their skills and passion.
  • Eat

    Drink

    Get out