Scenic Highlights

When you’re travelling New Zealand, it’s the natural attractions that put the magic in your day. Snowy mountains, volcanoes, delectable beaches, remote hiking trails, fiords, wilderness lakes and much, much more.

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History & Culture

As a country settled first by Polynesians and then by people from all over the world, New Zealand has many stories to tell. Dip into our history and explore our innovative, can-do culture.

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Islands

Around the edges of the North and South Islands, there are many self-contained worlds for you to discover. Catch a ferry across the water to places where life moves in sync with the tides.

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Lakes

Fiordland has lakes that were gouged out by glaciers and the North Island has lakes that are huge volcanic craters. Find time to catch a trout, paddle a canoe or spread a picnic rug.

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Coastal Highlights

With around 15,000 kilometres of coastline and more than 25 marine reserves, ocean-scented scenery is entwined with New Zealand’s outdoorsy way of life. Find amazing places for swimming, surfing, sailing and fishing.

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Natural Phenomena

Extraordinary phenomena can be found throughout New Zealand. From the pointy absurdity of Toka Toka Peak in Northland to the South Island’s amazing fretwork of fiords, there’s plenty to keep your camera busy.

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Parks & Reserves

More than a third of New Zealand’s land area is contained within the boundaries of a park or reserve. These protected places are a chance to leave civilisation behind for a few hours or days.

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Scenic Views

There’s often some exertion required to find a panorama, but the effort is totally worthwhile. In a country with as many mountain ranges and volcanoes as ours, huge views are part of the package.

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Walks & Trails

One thing that all travellers want to do in New Zealand is walk – through forests, up mountains, along riverbanks and around lakes. It’s the easiest way to get into the landscape.

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National Parks & Marine Reserves

There are 14 spectacular national parks and more than 25 marine reserves preserving New Zealand's natural heritage. There's something rare and special about each one of them.

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