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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to New Zealand's North Island.

Discover New Zealand's North Island's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from getting up close and personal in shallow waters with the wild stingrays at Tatapouri Bay; to exploring Waipoua Forest and nearby Opononi with Māori guides; and gazing at the stars in the pollution-free sky from among the dunes that border Medlands Beach.

Updated edition Oct 2025