To those curious enough to seek it, this place gives everything!
Whether you’re wanting to take the plunge with Kaikōura’s curious dusky dolphins or traverse down the deep dark caves of Waitomo there’s so much more to be discovered if you dig a little deeper…
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Son of Ranginui (sky father) and Papatūānuku (earth mother), Tāne Mahuta (‘God of the Forest’) stands more than 50m tall. Come and meet New Zealand’s largest living Kauri tree.
Seek a god of the forest
New Zealand's cutest animal stands just 30cm tall (the smallest of its kind). What are they? Well, you'll have to come meet them...
Seek our cutest animal
Kai inspired by the whenua, moana, and tāngata of Aotearoa. This is Hiakai. Come have a taste!
A little Fantail bird told us there’s a better view from up top. More trees, sky and sounds to explore. We thought we’d have a look for ourselves… want to come see?
Seek eco-adventure
Blossoming orchards, lush forests and a gorgeous stretch of New Zealand’s coastline. You just have to get through 1352m of tunnel. Come for a ride!
Seek the great taste
An expert driver, twin V8 engines and you…flying through the Kimiākau River. With cliff faces towering over you as you twist and turn, the biggest challenge will be keeping your eyes open!
Seek the action
One small step for some, but a massive plunge for others. Are you brave enough to take the leap?
Seek the thrill
Fancy your own personal hot pool right on the beach? The locals know the best way to soak it all in, it just takes a little effort and a shovel... So, what’s the secret?
Seek your own hot pool
Formed with rocks from over 600 million years ago, this place is hiding all sorts of magic.
Seek awe-inspiring
There are more than 60 geysers in the Whakawerawera valley, but the largest of them all is Pōhutu!
Seek another world
Aoraki is Ngāi Tahu’s most sacred ancestor. There's more to find New Zealand..
Seek magnificence
Dust off your feet and unroll your map as you venture into the magical world of Hobbiton™. Your journey awaits...
Seek adventure
Meet New Zealand's curious dusky dolphins. Gathering in large pods off the coast of Kaikōura, they’ll be more than happy to greet you! Come for a snorkel!
Seek underwater friends
What's down there? Hidden 100m below the deep dark caves of Waitomo? There's only one way to find out...
Seek the challenge