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Things to see in Ōtorohanga (New Zealand): 19 places and when to go
Ōtorohanga is a town in New Zealand, and this site lists 19 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), History (7), Mountains (6). The best known are Kakepuku, Horotea Cliffs and Orongo. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 39 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 22. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- New Zealand · -38.18, 175.2136
- Places
- 19 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · History (7) · Mountains (6) · Hiking (1) · With kids (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May to September.
- Nearest airport
- AKL Auckland, 135 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ōtorohanga
The places in and around Ōtorohanga, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- KakepukuMountain in New Zealand13 km
- Horotea CliffsCliffs in New Zealand13 km
- OrongoHill in the western Waikato Region, New Zealand14 km
- PuketarataHill in New Zealand8.6 km
- RuahineHill in the Waikato Region, New Zealand12 km
- Te KawaHill in New Zealand13 km
- Te Raumauku CavesCaves in New Zealand7.4 km
- TihiroaHill in New Zealand7.2 km
- Waitomo CaveCave in New Zealand13 km
- Hamilton Tomo Group HutHiking13 km
- Hurimoana PaPā in New Zealand13 km
- NgakurahoWāhi tapu in Hangatiki, New Zealand10 km
- Ongarahu PaPā in New Zealand6.8 km
- Ōtorohanga Kiwi HouseWith kids · Wildlife3 m
- Ōtorohanga MuseumMuseum298 m
- Paitahi PaPā in New Zealand7.6 km
- Pohatuiri PaPā in New Zealand13 km
- Te Keeti PaPā in New Zealand1.8 km
- Tokanui Historic AreaHistoric site in Otorohanga, New Zealand13 km
When to go to Ōtorohanga
The best time to visit Ōtorohanga is October to April; also possible: May to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time14:23
- FebBest time13:26
- MarBest time12:18
- AprBest time11:00
- MayPossible9:56
- JunPossible9:22
- JulPossible9:36
- AugPossible10:31
- SepPossible11:46
- OctBest time13:01
- NovBest time14:07
- DecBest time14:39
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 39 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 22. In January, 19 of the 19 places are at their best.
When to go to New Zealand in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ōtorohanga
The nearest main airport is Auckland International Airport (AKL, Auckland), 135 km as the crow flies. How to get around New Zealand (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Cambridge, New Zealand23 places39 km
- Hamilton, New Zealand29 places45 km
- Putaruru7 places52 km
- Raglan12 places52 km
- Tokoroa16 places58 km
- Matamata10 places62 km
And all of New Zealand, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ōtorohanga?
The best known: Kakepuku, Horotea Cliffs, Orongo, Puketarata, Ruahine. In all, 19 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ōtorohanga?
October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 39 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 22.
How do you get to Ōtorohanga?
The nearest main airport is Auckland International Airport (AKL), 135 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ōtorohanga as the destination and these 19 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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