What does it feel like to meet a god of the forest? To swim with a dusky dolphin? Or to seek another world? Well, it's here to find in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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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
One small step for some, but a massive plunge for others. Are you brave enough to take the leap?
Seek the thrill
What's down there? Hidden 100m below the deep dark caves of Waitomo? There's only one way to find out...
Seek the challenge
This is Milford Sound. Formed with rocks from over 600 million years ago, this place is hiding all sorts of magic. You’ll see, once you get here...
Seek awe-inspiring
Aoraki is Ngāi Tahu’s most sacred ancestor. At dawn, the first rays of sunlight creep over the peak, uncovering its mighty landscape. You’ll see, when you get here...
Seek magnificence
Kai (food) inspired by the whenua (land), moana (sea), and tāngata (people) of Aotearoa. This is Hiakai. Come have a taste!
Seek unique tastes
Kina, fresh from our moana (ocean). Some love it, others… not so much, but there’s only one way to find out...
Seek seafood delights
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
As one of the first places in the world to catch the suns’ morning rays there’s really no better way to soak it all in… than from a hot pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean
Seek the warmth
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
This is a pōwhiri. Performed by the Ngāti Awa people of Whakatāne. What does this welcoming ceremony feel like? You’ll have to come and experience it yourself
Seek a warm welcome
Son of Ranginui (sky father) and Papatūānuku (earth mother), Tāne Mahuta (‘God of the Forest’) stands more than 50m tall. Come over and meet New Zealand’s largest living Kauri tree.
Seek a god of the forest
What’s it like bathing in a pool gifted by gods? Māori warriors once used them to heal their battle-scared bodies, so what’s the secret? You’ll have to try for yourself!
Seek renewal
There are more than 60 geysers in the Whakawerawera valley, but the largest of them all is Pōhutu!
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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 DIY hotpool
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
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 NZ's cutest animal
Dust off your feet and unroll your map as you venture into the magical world of Hobbiton™. Your journey awaits.
Seek adventure
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