Things to do in New Plymouth, North Island: The Best Tours

Precise in nature, action and performance! A whole range of fun and exciting helicopter rides, scenic flights and adventure tours for New Plymouth and around Taranaki. Treat your family to a flight around Taranaki Maunga, fly over New Plymouth city or along the rugged North Taranaki coastline. There's so much to see from the air! If you don't see the trip you want from the tours offered below, just call and we will create it for you!

Get ready for a day full of adventure, fun and laughter with Canoe and Kayak, Taranaki. We use friendly, qualified guides who consider your safety and enjoyment to be paramount! We are advertising two of our most popular tours, but please see us for any of your kayaking needs. We can tailor trips just for you! Waitara River. The lower part of the Waitara River is very safe and an ideal introduction to the thrill of white water paddling. It is a scenic grade 2 paddle, winding it`s way through native bush, cliff faces, farm land and under the historic Bertrand Road Suspension Bridge. Allow 3-4 hours and enjoying fresh water swimming, exhilarating rapids, exciting games, refreshing snacks, learn helpful skills and cultural and historical significance. You can even try sliding down a bank in your kayak! $85.00 PP Sugar Loaf Island. Receive some basic instructions in the safe waters of the beautiful Ngamotu Beach harbour, before heading out into the open sea towards the Nga Motu/Sugar Loaf Island Marine Reserve. Here you will enjoy the thrill of close up views of a seal colony in its natural habitat, with the spectacular Taranaki Mountain, port and power station as your backdrop. Allow 3-4 hours. $95.00 PP

We are primarily a wildlife boat tour attraction where we head out of the Port of Taranaki towards the Sugar Loaf islands to look at the seal colony. We also provide SUP, Kayak and bike hire and SUP lessons upon booking request. We cater for groups, events, schools, kids, adults, individuals, couples etc. We are run and managed by a former All Black and the fastest woman to solo row the Atlantic and there is also a museum of old nautical memorabilia, live cam of the local little blue penguins and seahorses to look at. Please check times when booking as Mondays are sometimes closed. Hours may vary depending on tides and weather. Sunset cruises are also available. Check website booking system for more details

Providing guiding services on Mount Taranaki, Egmont National Park, Taranaki, New Zealand. Your connection to some of the most spectacular experiences on offer in Taranaki

Helicopter scenic flights, charter flights, and tours in the Taranaki region and throughout NZ. Take an awesome flight over the top of Mt Taranaki at 8500ft for a spectacular and rare view of the mountain and the surrounding area. Cruise the beaches to check out the best surfing or fishing. Take a flight to the Central Plateau and see the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Mt Ruapehu from the air.

At Egmont Travel group, we immerse you into the day-to-day activities of the region: dairy farms, beekeeping operations, sheep and beef stations, horse treks, overnight stays in remote Taranaki bush huts, jet boats, helicopters and more. “We really wanted to provide an opportunity for visitors to truly get amongst day-to-day activities that make this region so unique”

Guided bicycle tours encompassing New Plymouth's leading sites of interest including: The White Bridge, The Coastal and forest cycleways, The Wind Wand, Back Beach, The Len Lye Centre and the central city parks.

If you are looking for that unique boutique experience off the beaten path, look no further. NAU MAI means WELCOME in the local Maori language and that's how you'll feel. We have activities and tours from surfing, horse riding, culture (arts and Maori), hiking, gin/beer/wine tasting and many more. Ranging from 3 hours to days. It's up to you how long you want to experience paradise.

Surfing made easy and fun on New Plymouth's famous Fitzroy Beach. Are you wanting to begin, improve, or try out a new experience with family and friends? It’s never too late to try. We are dedicated to make learning to surf safe and heaps of fun for you. We offer group and private lessons all year round. We also offer a holiday sessions and events for Schools, Large Groups and Corporates.

100% locally owned and operated bicycle shop that offers bicycle sales, repairs and rentals in New Plymouth.