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South-western section of the coast of North Island, New Zealand
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Kapiti Coast is a region of the southern North Island of New Zealand that boasts unspoilt beaches, rivers, villages, friendly people and natural open spaces stretching from Paekakariki to Otaki. Nestled between mountains and the sea, it's an affordable, self-drive, family destination. The west coast location means the town has front-row seats as the sun sets into the Tasman each evening, and the fish and chips on the beach under a red hot sunset taste better than do anywhere else in the world – enjoy.
A 40-90 minute drive or 60 minute train trip from the nearest cities of Palmerston North and Wellington. The nearest airports are Palmerston North, Wellington and Paraparaumu.
Read in the guideLocal bus service runs between Paraparaumu, Paraparaumu Beach, Waikanae and Waikanae Beach. A bus service runs between Otaki, Te Horo, Peka Peka and Waikanae.
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