Places to see North Island

Visit 5 Must-See-Places on the North Island of New Zealand

New Zealand is known for its breathtaking landscape and etheric sceneries as the shooting site for Middle-earth in the Lord of the Rings Trinity. However, the island country has more to offer than film kits and hobbit towns, as Jetsetter and businessman Thierry Mandonnaud recently uncovered during his visit to the North Island.

It tells us its most important sights, from nature marvels to culture places. Usually folks go to Taupofor for the M?ori cliff engravings, but there are also many outdoor pursuits around the area. Parachutists can go adrenalin junkie parachuting to get a singular view of the biggest fresh water pond in Australasia.

Then drive to The Brantry, a family-run eatery that offers a modern interpretation of traditional cuisine. Rotorua's energetic and geothermic area is a must. It' one of several vulcanically diverse areas within the Taupo Vulcanic Range, and although it may not be the biggest, its unbelievable activities are like nothing you have ever seen before.

Don't miss Te Puia in Whakarewarewa M?ori Dorf, which provides a great culture adventure, or Wai-O-Tapu for energetic geysers as well as sludge swimming pool. Paihia is a small city in the Bay of Islands and a wonderful place for water sports and boating. Choose an eco-tour operator - it respects the dolphins' wildlife environment and follows stringent environment and nature protection regulations.

You' ll need a little R&R after all the adventures, so change to Waihke Island for a breathtaking view and a more relaxing atmosphere.

Northern touristic sights

When we talk about "the north" in Mauritius, the Grand Bay is the first thing that comes to our minds.... Through sustainable tourism, Grand Bay has become Mauritius's most important city. Grand Bay is the base for sailing excursions to the north of the island and other marine pursuits. Grand Bay has two beautiful sandy areas, one of which is "La Cuvette", a secluded hiding place where you can still find the rarity "tec-tec" tucked away in the sandy beach, small whitish mussels to protect.

Stroll through the small alleys behind the high street and take in what the small shops have to store. Renowned for its great choice of dining and night life, you will immediately be attracted to this enchanting and gushing town. Cap Malheureux is another scenic north of Mauritius, with its renowned red-roofed cathedral, its views of the island's north and its important fishermen's town.

Near the Grand Bay you will find a great diversity of tropic fruits and colorful, scented blossoms. The people of Mauritius buy vegetables and bouquets for their Labourdonnais garden and houses. Cape Malheureux is the most northerly part of the island. It was here that Commander-in-Chief John Abercromby landing his forces when the British invaded the island for the second consecutive attack in 1810.

In addition, Cap Malheureux has a small band to thank for its importance: The Triolet is not only the longest town on the island, but also the place to go to the largest Buddhist sanctuary, the Maheswarnath Mandir. Remember to honor the holy places and discard all items made of cowhide. A giant 14,000-population town, on Tuesdays and Fridays it comes to life with clothing and clothing trade shows (ready-to-wear, print paper, saris) and fresh produce market on Saturdays and Wendes.

One of the most popular Moorish myths is undoubtedly that of "Paul and Virginie". Influenced by the demise of Saint Géran on the northeastern shore. In Mauritius, Van Ann is a unique company that invites local people and visitors to Calebasse, near both motorways, to see its facilities. Established in 1992 by a Belgium woman and known for its bonbon-style sweets, cutting edge packages and exquisite sweets sold mainly in hotel rooms, this is an occasion to see how some of the sweets of Mauritius are made and of course to buy your favorites!

A pamplemouse - called after the Dutch import of grapes that colonised Mauritius for the first time in the 17th centuries - also has a long past. Among the places to visit are the old graveyard, the 18th cent. St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral and "L'Aventure de Sucre", a charming collection that tells the story of the Mauritic sweets factory and at the same time gives a more complete picture of the island's past, complete with its slave and ricemaker related histories.

North of the island has many sandy areas, each more attractive than the other. Mauritians and visitors love Trou aux Biches, shadowed by casuarinas, and the long, winding Mont Choisy from Pointe aux Canonniers to Grand Bay and the Pereybere publicshore.

Adventurers and those looking for rest can take a stroll on the rocks to the right or right of the Pereybere sandy resort and explore the Casita and Bain Boeuf sandy areas with their clear water and magnificent view. Attempt to look at the "green rays", especially in the cold season, when the sun's way is more northern and the air can better distinguish the colors.

Those who like to shop should stop at Sunset Boulevard in Grand Bay. Others, such as La Croisette and Super U in Grand Bay, have playgrounds outdoors, skateboarding grounds and car scooters that are ideal for kids (and the young-at-heart!) and keep them busy doing their malls.

See all neighborhood centers in the north. From Cap Malheureux towards Calodyne and Saint Antoine, bike through small towns, sweetcanes, pinewoods and views of the isles. The Grand Bay is the Moorish sailor' s haven thanks to its sheltered cove. Terms of cruising are perfect and boats can be rented to sail through Mauritius or explore some of the offshore isles.

In the north there are some great kite surf spot, especially around Cap Malheureux and Anse la Raie. In the north there are the most attractive diving places on the island. This is an occasion for those who do not want to go diving to experience a great meeting with the abundant Moorish wildlife. All the undersea activity in the north.

This small group of archipelagos in the north of Mauritius has become the most popular stop for boat and diving enthusiasts. Be it by boat to take a long journey before resting on the island or by high-speed boat, these excursions to the north of the island are definitely deserving of a visit. Snorkelling in the crystalline water of Gunner's Coin, where sea birds live in steep rock pools, swim and picnic around Flat Island and Gabriel Island... you won't want to miss a visit.

The Round Island is a singular protected area, whose entrance (without specific permission) is forbidden for the protection of its native plant and reptile endemics as well as the native types brought in there. Situated in Pointe aux Biches, this fun and very organic aquarium offers a selection of 200 Mauritic marine life specimens, vertebrates, corals as well as large marine life such as dogfish and pelagic animals.

The unique tank also features a swimming pools where kids can have body to body interaction with some of the innocent marine life around Mauritius. So if you want to spend some great nights in Mauritius and get to know the local people, there is no better place than Grand Bay, where you will definitely experience the heats!

Simply walk along the coast at dark and you will explore the different and vibrant discos, nightclubs, pubs, lounges and billiardsrooms.