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Putāruru Must-Do's
Cheese Tasting in Putāruru
Over The Moon showcases artisan flavours and samples. They also run home cheesemaker courses for the true cheese-aholic.
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Blue Spring – Te Waihou Walkway
Variation in weather and light only enhances the beauty of this natural attraction. The spring is accessible via a short, scenic walk that follows a picturesque stream.
Tirau
Unique for its collection of corrugated iron buildings and sculptures, plus antique and outlet fashion shops, Tirau is a 10-minute drive from Putāruru.
Lake Arapuni
Pack your favourite water toys and hit Lake Arapuni, a mecca for water sports and fishing. It’s also perfect for swimming and picnics, with a DOC campsite on the lake’s western fringes. A 35-minute drive from Putāruru.
Arapuni Suspension Bridge
This mammoth suspension bridge is 152m long and hangs 54m above the water. Worth walking across, as long as you have a head for heights. A 10-minute drive from Putāruru.
Tokoroa Talking Poles
Across Tokoroa, 20 minutes from Putāruru, there are 46 intricately carved poles, depicting the diversity of cultures in the community. Crafted from wood, ceramic and steel, how many can you find?
