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Central Park NZ includes 7 regions click on a link immediately below to go to the specific dedicated websites for each region. Bay of Plenty, The Coromandel, Hawke’s Bay, Rotorua, Ruapehu, Lake Taupo and Waitomo.

You may also continue reading below for magazine style introductions to each region.

Featured: Rotorua International Airport

Rotorua International Airport, located in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island, connects to every New Zealand centre on the Air New Zealand network and now services two direct flights each week to and from Sydney, Australia.

Situated on State Highway 30, Rotorua International Airport is only 8km from Rotorua’s CBD making it convenient and easily accessible for both arriving and departing visitors.

Only a 1 hour drive from the popular holiday destinations of Tauranga, Taupo and Whakatane, Rotorua International Airport is truly the gateway to New Zealand’s Central Park and the sole provider of international air travel in the central north, as well as catering for all domestic air travel.

Operating as a domestic airport for the past 40 years, Rotorua International Airport upgraded its services to accommodate Trans Tasman flights in December 2009, providing travelers with the convenience of direct air transport from Sydney to the Central North Island, eliminating the need to fly to Auckland before making the journey South.

Since becoming an international airport, two Duty Free stores have been made available to international travelers, one in each of the departure and arrival areas.

Numerous car rental companies operate from the airport along with shuttle services, taxis and buses providing transport to the CBD and surrounding areas.

The airport now provides conference facilities with full catering, making for an ideal meeting destination, whether guests are flying in or attending from within the local area.

Internet kiosks and Wi-Fi coverage are also available throughout the airport.

New Zealand’s wine country – Hawke’s Bay

Home to a variety of attractions and favorable weather in all seasons, the Hawke’s Bay is a year round destination. Known for being one of the premier wine producing areas in New Zealand and the country’s oldest wine region, the Hawke’s Bay boasts over 70 vineyards and is well regarded for its excellent quality wine [...]

The Wonderland of Waitomo

The Ruakuri, Aranui and world famous Glowworm caves are the centre piece of Waitomo and provide a unique experience for all visitors. Renowned for its amazing underground adventures, Waitomo offers a range of activities to suit all ages.
The Glowworm caves, home to the ‘Cathedral’ – world renowned for its acoustics, has hosted acclaimed Diva, Dame [...]

The breathtaking Bay of Plenty

The aptly named Bay of Plenty was given its title by Captain James Cook during his exploration of New Zealand and to this day it continues to be one of the country’s largest producers of fruit and one of the busiest ports.
 An extremely popular holiday destination, the Bay of Plenty region encompasses several highly visited [...]

Introducing Ruapehu

Discover the rugged natural beauty and expansive awe-inspiring landscape of the Ruapehu region, located only 2 hours drive south from Rotorua International Airport.
Arriving in the region from north, through Taumarunui, the region swings through the gap between the majestic Mounts Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngauruhoe and the Whanganui River before reaching the resort town of Ohakune [...]

Introducing Waitomo

Discover nature’s perfection – Waitomo Region
More than 30 million years ago, Waitomo first rose from the ocean floor and brought with it a unique underground limestone formation which over the years has become one of New Zealand’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders and a must see destination for one and all.
The Waitomo region is only a [...]

Introducing Taupo

The centre of it all – Lake Taupo
Next time you pick up a map of New Zealand, find the largest lake and you have spotted Lake Taupo.
Located in the middle of the North Island, Lake Taupo offers a destination full of natural beauty, good old fashioned wholesomeness yet a fresh new outlook with each new [...]

Introducing Hawke’s Bay

An Art Deco Beauty – Hawke’s Bay
Walking through the streets of Napier in Hawke’s Bay, you could easily imagine you have entered a time machine and gone back to the elegant era of the 1930s. The stylised buildings and intricate designs create an atmosphere not found in many contemporary cities of today.
The collection of art [...]

Introducing Bay of Plenty

Be at one with nature – Bay of Plenty
New Zealand is world renown for its lush green landscapes, rolling mountains and sparkling waters – and the Bay of Plenty condenses this imagery together all on the one location.
Just a 55-minute drive from Rotorua International Airport is Tauranga City, the main centre of the Bay of [...]

Introducing The Coromandel

Come join the locals – The Coromandel
Renowned worldwide for its natural beauty, misty rainforests and pristine beaches, the Coromandel has hundreds of natural hideaways creating the ideal location to unwind and slow down.
The bright red hue of the Pohutukawa (bottlebrush) trees greet visitors to the area, while the golden beaches call out a welcome; the [...]