Ready for the ultimate Taranaki road trip? 🚗✨ Save this post for your next adventure and share it with your travel buddies! 📍 Taranaki is packed with hidden gems and breathtaking landscapes—here's a 4-day itinerary that'll have you exploring everything while circling this beautiful maunga. Day 1: Pouākai Tarns Kick things off with an epic hike to the Pouākai Tarns for those iconic reflections of Mount Taranaki. ⛰️ Don’t forget your camera! Day 2: New Plymouth Wander through Pukekura Park, snap a photo at Te Rewarewa Bridge, and finish the day watching the sunset at Back Beach. 🌅 Day 3: Taranaki Coast Explore the wreck of the Gairloch, take in the stunning views at Cape Egmont Lighthouse, and soak up that rugged coast vibe. 🛥️⚓ Day 4: South Taranaki Get enchanted by the Goblin Forest, take a hike to Wilkies Pools, and visit Dawsons Falls—perfect way to end the trip! 🌳💧 Follow @naturewithliam for more road trip ideas! #connecttonature #travelnz #newzealandtravel #bucketlisttravel #adventuretravel @taranaki_nz
Attraction
Te Rewa Rewa Bridge
Attraction
4.6
Well-known, architecturally unique pedestrian & cycling bridge with views of Mount Taranaki.
Mt Egmont
National park
4.8
National park dominated by the dormant volcano, Mount Taranaki, with rainforest trails for walkers.
Dawson Falls
Attraction
4.7
Mount Taranaki
Natural feature
4.8
Striking, 2518m volcanic mountain with trekking routes, surrounded by a protected forest reserve.
Pukekura Park
Park
4.8
Lush city park with trails, formal gardens, a teahouse, several lakes, kids' play areas & more.
Cape Egmont Lighthouse
Historical landmark
4.3
Wreck Of Gairlock
Historical landmark
4.4
Wilkies Pools
Landmark
4.7
Activity/Tour
Dublin Panoramic e-Bike Tour with Howth Adventures
Activity
5.0
Sports/Recreation
Back Beach
Park
4.9
Pouakai Circuit Reflective Tarn
Park
4.8
Bar
South Taranaki Club Inc
Bar