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Haka - A New Zealand Icon

Explore the stories and the meaning behind the haka, an ancient Maori dance, which electrifies the start of every All Black rugby game.

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Features

From fascinating places to visit, to culture, special events and more - we've collected a range of feature articles about New Zealand here for you to browse, learn from and be inspired by.

 
Otago Central Rail Trail

Otago Central Rail Trail

On bike or on foot, the Otago Central Rail Trail is an unforgettable road-free adventure.


Off the Beaten Track

Off the Beaten Track

Deserted beaches, spectacular alpine passes and cosy mountain huts, New Zealand's backcountry holds a lifetime worth of adventure if you know where to look.


Hot Spring Safari

Hot Spring Safari

Fault lines and volcanism have given New Zealand a wealth of natural hot springs, so why not give your vacation a 'scenic soaking' theme? It's an inspired way to relax!


EXPLORE THE LAND

EXPLORE THE LAND

The urge to explore will lead you to some of New Zealand's most extraordinary places. Whether you travel by foot, bike or kayak, the journey will be as memorable as the final destination.


New Zealand Eco Tourism

New Zealand Eco Tourism

Mitsuro Aoyagi, a travel journalist, discovered the heart of 100% Pure New Zealand on his recent visit. His story shows that eco-tourism is alive and well in New Zealand, and provides unique insights on how you can be an eco tourist during your own visit.


World Heritage New Zealand

World Heritage New Zealand

More than ten percent of New Zealand has been awarded World Heritage status. You can journey into these remarkable landscapes.


The 9 Great Walks of New Zealand

The 9 Great Walks of New Zealand

There are no walks on earth quite like the nine Great Walks of New Zealand. Find out which walk is best suited for you and see highlights of other visitor's walking experiences.


Welcome to New Birdland

Welcome to New Birdland

Before humans arrived, New Zealand was a land of the birds. Our only mammals were two species of bat, and even they were airborne.


Southern Alps

Southern Alps

Cloud piercing mountains, glacial lakes, dramatic skies and wildflower meadows, the mountain ranges known collectively as the Southern Alps rise majestically like the spine of the South Island.


Melody Chen does New Zealand on Wheels

Melody Chen does New Zealand on Wheels

Singaporean celebrity, Melody Chen wanted to experience New Zealand and found the best way was hiring her own car and exploring the country on wheels.


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