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If you come to Tararua/Manawatu/Rangitikei Region 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.

The prosperous farming regions of Rangitikei, Manawatu and Tararua, on the coastal plains of the
southern central North Island, produce milk, horticultural products and sheep. Rangitikei stretches
from the Tasman Sea below Wanganui in the south to the southern part of Tongariro National Park in
the north. Located between Taupo and Wellington, the Manawatu's landscape sweeps from the high
country Ruahine and Tararua Ranges to the coastal plains and beaches of Tangimoana and Himatangi.
Tararua, to the east of the Manawatu Gorge, is bounded by the Ruahine and Tararua Ranges. Visitors
keep to explore these regions will find relaxing country retreats, award-winning gardens, excellent
golf courses, antiques and craft stores and historic homes. For the adventurous there's horse
trekking, great tramping tracks and trout fishing. And for thrill-seekers there's kayaking and
jet-boating through the Manawatu Gorge, aerobatic flying, scenic helicopter flights, mountain
biking, a 4WD safari, 4x4 quad bikes, bridge swinging, and Formula Ford single-seater racing.