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Things to see in Taihape (New Zealand): 14 places and when to go
Taihape is a town in New Zealand, and this site lists 14 places in and around it, mainly Nature (10), Mountains (9), History (2). The best known are Matangawha, Matapouri and Matuku. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 47 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 13. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- New Zealand · -39.6276, 175.8323
- Places
- 14 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May to September.
- Nearest airport
- WLG Wellington, 208 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Pukemako, at 1,032 m.
What to see in Taihape
The places in and around Taihape, 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.
- MatangawhaHill in New Zealand3.9 km
- MatapouriHill in Manawatū-Whanganui Region of New Zealand2.9 km
- MatukuHill in New Zealand10 km
- PaoneoneHill in New Zealand7.1 km
- PapakaiHill in New Zealand3.1 km
- PukemakoHill north of Taihape, New Zealand10 km
- PukenauaHill in New Zealand6.9 km
- TaumataoteikawhakaarikiHill in New Zealand8.2 km
- Te ReiHill in New Zealand14 km
- Waipuna CavesCave in New Zealand12 km
- Kirimana Headland PaPā in New Zealand5.9 km
- Mahangaiti PaPā in New Zealand13 km
- St Mary's ChurchChurch building in Taihape, New Zealand5.8 km
- Whitikaupeka ChurchChurch building in Moawhango, New Zealand5.8 km
When to go to Taihape
The best time to visit Taihape 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 time14:30
- FebBest time13:30
- MarBest time12:19
- AprBest time10:57
- MayPossible9:49
- JunPossible9:13
- JulPossible9:28
- AugPossible10:26
- SepPossible11:45
- OctBest time13:04
- NovBest time14:14
- DecBest time14:47
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 47 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 13. In January, 14 of the 14 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 Taihape
The nearest main airport is Wellington International Airport (WLG, Wellington), 208 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
- Waiouru11 places22 km
- Raetihi14 places53 km
- Dannevirke5 places69 km
- Tūrangi44 places71 km
- Waipawa19 places74 km
- Whanganui26 places76 km
And all of New Zealand, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Taihape?
The best known: Matangawha, Matapouri, Matuku, Paoneone, Papakai. In all, 14 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Taihape?
October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 47 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 13.
How do you get to Taihape?
The nearest main airport is Wellington International Airport (WLG), 208 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Taihape as the destination and these 14 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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