在北岛的中心, 大约在奥克兰以南130公里处, 连绵起伏的丘陵和雄伟的森林塑造了这里的景观. The rich agricultural region encompasses the area around Hamilton; the country’s fourth largest city, 沿着怀卡托河沿岸延伸, countryà  Â是最长的河.  

Vast cave systems and underground streams provide great scope for adventure and exploration. Visitors have a variety of exciting activities on their doorstep including the world famous 怀托洞穴 with its glow-worms and caving activities, 拉格兰令人惊叹的黑沙滩冲浪海滩, 汉密尔顿充满活力的café场景和霍比屯, home of the hobbit village from the Lord of The Rings film trilogy. 

Significant battles during the Maori Land Wars took place in the region during the mid 19th century. Local memorabilia is lovingly cared for and available for viewing at many small museums around the 怀卡托 area.  This is a region very proud of their ancestry and welcoming to those who are keen to learn more about it. 

汉密尔顿的城市

Hamilton is the 4th largest city in the country with a population of approximately 106,000 people. The vast beauty of the 怀卡托 River offers some great scenic walks and is enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Experience the city’s nightlife scene or vibrant cafes, 或者去Hamiltonà  Â的令人惊叹的公园, 河边散步和花园. Arts and culture form an integral part of the city’s makeup.  

Hamilton’s rich history is paid homage to at the 怀卡托 Museum with its exciting and informative exhibitions. It’s also an ideal base to not only explore the region’s many attractions but other tourist hotspots like Auckland, 罗托鲁瓦, Lake 陶波湖 and the Bay of Plenty that are only a short drive away. 

怀托洞穴

在连绵起伏的青山下, the 怀托洞穴 are a must see attraction for any visitor to the region. Â数百万年的形成, a visually awe-inspiring cave network draws people looking for adventure and those looking for a sense of wonder. A range of thrilling activities including underground caving adventures, 水中漂流, 萤火虫也很有趣, 教育和伟大的冒险.

在拉格兰冲浪

Situated on the region's west coast about an hour’s drive from Hamilton, the small town of Raglan is known for its world-class surf break and unusually long rides.  AsÂ新ZealandٙÂ的冲浪资本, Raglan exudes a bohemian and idyllic coastal atmosphere that always leaves you wanting more.  Boutique shops and relaxed cafes are surrounded by beautiful 海滩 that make it very easy to while away a relaxing afternoon. Â初学者可以花一个下午的时间学习Â冲浪, while more experienced surfers can hit the waves at Manu Bay for world-class surfing. 无论ità  Â是放松还是冒险, 拉格兰会让最不安的旅行者满意.

霍比屯â´ ' Ringsâ´ '电影集的主人

A Matamata sheep farm is one of New Zealand’s biggest attractions.  It’s where visitors can see the remnants of the hobbit village ‘The Shire’.  创建d for the classic Lord of the Ring’s movie trilogy it has been a hub of tourist attention since the release of the popular movies.  Walk amongst the hobbit holes and learn more about the creation of the set through the guided tour.

到达那里

距离汉密尔顿市仅15公里, the Hamilton International Airport services both international and domestic flights. Accessible by road, the 怀卡托 region is a popular stop-off for those travelling south from . Several national bus networks stop in Hamilton en route to Auckland, 陶波湖, 罗托鲁瓦 和北岛其他主要目的地.