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Day 4 : Turangi to Wellington

Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.

	Travel time	Km	(Miles)
Turangi - Wellington	4 hrs	322	201
Totals for Day	4 hrs	322	201

Turangi - Wellington

322 km (201 miles)
Approximately 4 hours
Road Conditions: Motorway/State Highway

The town of Turangi is the trout fishing capital of New Zealand. There are famous fishing spots in almost every direction. Rafting on the Tongariro River is another way to enjoy the region.

On the long, straight Desert Road you'll enjoy amazing views of Tongariro National Park's volcanoes. In Waiouru, the QE2 Memorial Museum is worth a look.

As you drive south towards Taihape (the Gumboot Throwing capital of the world), the landscape becomes dominated by rivers and valleys. The Mangaweka Gorge is a scenic masterpiece.

Find time to browse the antique shops of Bulls, or spy on wading birds in the estuary near Foxton. Two beautiful dune lakes are an easy detour from Levin.

Offshore from Waikanae Beach is Kapiti Island Nature Reserve. A car museum and gourmet cheese factory are other attractions in this area.

Wellington is compact, cultured and full of character. Nestled between the harbour and the hills, the downtown area is ideal for explorations on foot. Enjoy cafes, restaurants, museums, theatre and all kinds of shops.

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