Nature / Sustainable Tourism

They call it the Lost World Epic - a seven-hour adventure exploring New Zealand's 'underworld'.

They were known as the eight wonder of the world - glistening pink and white terraces of silica, created by the warmth from the centre of the earth.

In Maori legend, the mountains were once gods and warriors of great strength.

New Zealand is being torn apart every day by forces deep below the ocean.

In keeping with New Zealand's clean green image, the country has many beauty products made from natural ingredients.

Clean and green, wholesome and healthy, New Zealanders are keen producers of organic food, wine and beer.

Treetops, New Zealand's newest luxury lodge is dedicated to preserving its natural environment at the same time as allowing travellers to experience the best of New Zealand's natural surroundings in an atmosphere of five star luxury.

Getting back to nature doesn’t mean roughing it in a tent. Many New Zealand wilderness lodges are at the forefront of eco-tourism.

The Department of Conservation is a government agency with a mandate to help people enjoy themselves in the outdoors.

Background informaton on a few of New Zealand's natural wonders including the Catlins region; New Zealand National Parks; Muriwai Regional Park; Frying Pan Lake and Waikoropupu Springs in Nelson.