Top 5 Classes & Workshops in Taranaki Region, North Island

We are located in the Taranaki region just 15km south of New Plymouth (Oakura). As manufacturing jewellers/ artists we design, redesign and recycle jewellery. In our spacious studio we have our own collections on display. Groups and individuals are welcome to have a look behind our workbench, watch how gemstones are set and a ring is joined. If you would like to create your own unique souvenir you can book in a 1hr Mt Taranaki titanium pendant class. Information are on our website or give us a call. We are open 7 days a week and our classes are suitable for adults up to 8 people at a time. A shuttle service can be boooked optional from New Plymouth for additional $10pp 2-6 people.

TaraWave Surf School is located on Surf Highway 45 in beautiful Oakura Beach, Taranaki.All equipment is provided, along with friendly, fun-loving, qualified instructors who emphasize safety….and have surfing knowledge second to none. If we can’t teach you to surf, no one can!Lessons take place on Oakura Beach, last 1.5 hours and are arranged by appointment only.

TaraWave Surf School is located on Surf Highway 45 in beautiful Oakura Beach, Taranaki.All equipment is provided, along with friendly, fun-loving, qualified instructors who emphasize safety….and have surfing knowledge second to none. If we can’t teach you to surf, no one can!Lessons take place on Oakura Beach, last 1.5 hours and are arranged by appointment only.

Discover Taranaki offers half and full-day experiences and activities for groups and individual travellers. Our authentic Taranaki activities cover the best to do's in the region, from garden and art tours, mountain walks and farm visits to boutique shopping and funky eateries. Our popular City Tours are only 1 1/2 hours and are perfect for an introduction into what New Plymouth is about. Choose from: ART AND LUNCH - a guided tour around the internationally acclaimed Govett-Brewster Art Gallery / Len Lye Centre, followed by lunch at Monica's Eatery; PUKEKURA PARK & HIGH TEA - a guided tour around one of New Zealand's premier gardens, followed by high tea at the Tea House On the Lake in the park; HISTORICAL WALK & LUNCH - walk through the history of New Plymouth from 1841 when the first European settlers arrived, then enjoy lunch at Arborio restaurant overlooking the Coastal Walkway and out to sea. All $70pp (min 2 person booking) and include a guide, lunch or afternoon tea.

LUMEN Studios & Gallery was founded in 2019. LUMEN is an artist-run space based at the old Cheese Factory in Tataraimaka, Taranaki. Resident artists include Teresa Goodin (Artist & Alchemist) and Alice Cowdrey (Felter & Maker). LUMEN hosts exhibitions showcasing artists and makers from the Taranaki region and workshops with a focus on creativity and wellbeing. LUMEN is located on Surf Highway 45, 20km from New Plymouth, 6km south of Oakura and 6km north of Okato. LUMEN is nestled in an idyllic valley beside the Timaru Stream surrounded by native forest and exotic gardens. A plant nursery and sculpture trail are also located on site. The site is a venue for annual outdoor festivals and other community events.