Raglan is located on State Highway 23, two hours south of Auckland, on the west coast of the Waikato region. Watched over by Mount Karioi, this surfing mecca offers breathtaking views, black sandy beaches and a superb choice of cafés. It’s said Manu Bay (The Point) has the longest, most accessible and consistent left-hand break in the world. If you have the skills, it’s possible to catch a wave and cruise for up to two kilometres! Alternatively, you can head over to Ngarunui Beach (Ocean Beach) for a swim where body boarding and surf lessons are also on offer. We were only in Raglan a couple of days so we opted to stay on foot but there was much to explore.