Raglan

On State Highway 23, 48 kilometers to the west of Hamilton, New Zealand, is the little beachfront town of Raglan. Both surfing and beaches with volcanic black sand are well-known features. Raglan is a surfing paradise as well as a stunningly beautiful stretch of black sand shoreline. Manu Bay, located on this coast, is reputed to have the world's longest, easiest-to-reach, and most reliable left-hand break. You can catch a wave and cruise for up to two kilometers is achievable if you have the necessary amount of talent. Endless Summer, a 1966 surf film, was filmed in Manu Bay (also known as The Point).

Raglan is a charming coastal town. Raglan, a town whose beaches are frequently praised as having some of the greatest surfing in the nation, is also home to a number of other outdoor pursuits, including trekking at Bridal Veil Falls and traveling through Te Toto Gorge. The town's relaxed, bohemian atmosphere is equally refreshing, with hospitable locals and an eclectic neighborhood of cafés, clubs, and art galleries.

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5.0

Location: West of Hamilton, New Zealand