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Waitangi is full of wonderful things to see and do, with something for everyone. If it's not here, you won't have to travel far to find it. As this country is known as the 'Adventure Capital of the World', you can always find thrills of every kind nearby, from bungy jumping and skydiving to jet boating and white-water rafting. Our 14 national parks are perfect for tramping, where spectacular scenery abounds. Our geothermal hotspots provide natural thermal pools, shooting geysers and bubbling mud pools, while our incredible wildlife is a must-see for animal lovers. There are plenty of picturesque beaches for swimming, surfing or relaxing, mountain ranges for skiing and snowboarding, glassy lakes for fishing and water sports, and native forests for exploring. Try delicious gourmet delights, visit an art or craft studio, go shopping, check out a Maori cultural performance or take advantage of our exciting range of events. And that's just the beginning!

Waitangi is among one of the earliest sites of permanent European settlement in New Zealand. The
Waitangi Treaty grounds are the location of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi between the Maori
Chiefs and the British Crown in 1840. Tourist attractions include the largest Maori war canoes
(waka) in the world, the historic Treaty House, a carved Maori meeting house, audiovisual displays,
guided tours and cultural experiences. Commemorations are held at Waitangi to mark the Treaty of
Waitangi every 6 February (Waitangi Day). Nearby, Mount Bledisloe offers unparalleled views of the
Bay of Islands. The beautiful park-like grounds are also home to a cafe, hotel and 18-hole golf
course.