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If you come to Pahiatua looking for fun, excitement or a dose of adrenalin, you certainly won't leave disappointed. There's bound to be aquatic, family or thrilling activities either here or not too far away, from marine mammal encounters and eco-tourism adventures to cruises and jet-boat rides. New Zealand is the 'Adventure Capital of the World', so adrenalin-pumping action is found all over the country. Jet boating and white-water rafting are exhilarating ways to check out the country's crystal-clear rivers and magic scenery. If you would rather stay dry then there's a myriad of land and air-based activities on offer too. The brave can try bungy jumping, the slightly less courageous can enjoy a tandem hang-glide or parapent, or for the ultimate thrill there is the free-fall skydive. Plus, abseiling or exploring the captivating cave systems that riddle both the North and South Islands should definitely be on your to-do list.

Pahiatua is the second-largest town in Tararua. Pahiatua is known as an angler's paradise and boasts
200km of first-class brown trout water within 30 minutes of the town. Pahiatua became home to 733
Polish children evacuated from their homeland in 1944. They lived in a camp south of the town where
there is a memorial. Tui Brewery is situated at Mangatainoka, and tours of the brewery are available
during the week (bookings essential). The shop is open seven days a week.