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As ancient explorers and early settlers discovered, you’re never far from something incredible in New Zealand. There’s no better place for adventure, rejuvenation and inspiration. And because New Zealand is compact and easy to get around, you can experience a whole lot in one trip.

The country’s towering mountains, dense forests Māori are the indigenous people of New Zealand and golden beaches make it a haven for outdoor and their customs and traditions can be seen in activities, while its multicultural population has many facets of New Zealand life. created the perfect melting pot for unique cultural These same welcoming and friendly people and culinary experiences. are also among the world’s most innovative. It’s not unusual to find yourself jet boating through New Zealand’s well regarded universities and a sweeping river valley in the morning, taking in a enterprising businesses continue to produce some traditional Māori cultural experience in the afternoon of the world’s top thinkers in areas such as marine, and savouring world class food and wine by night. aviation, agribusiness, health science, high value foods and earth science. Wherever you go in New Zealand you will find friendly people and fascinating culture. New Zealand is regularly rated as one of the world’s New Zealanders have wholeheartedly embraced preferred destinations. We’d love to show you around. the Māori concept of manaakitanga, the act of So stay a while and experience something dramatic, giving and making people feel welcome. serene, amazing, enticing or delicious. You won’t KIA ORA have to go too far. Auckland is a three hour flight from the eastern seaboard GETTING TO of Australia, a direct overnight flight from the west coast GETTING AROUND NEW ZEALAND of North America and an approximate ten to twelve NEW ZEALAND hour flight from most places on the Pacific Rim, including Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Tokyo. Travelling through New Zealand is easy and relatively inexpensive. An extensive network of air, train and road services means public transport can take you to most places. Rail and coaches link up with ferry operators to travel the length of the country and air travel is available to most destinations.

EUROPE NORTH ASIA NORTH AMERICA To take in some of New Zealand’s scenery 24 HRS 11 HRS 12 HRS up close and at your own pace, consider taking a drive. In many countries you’ll drive for many hours through nondescript landscapes. New Zealand is different. From snow-capped mountains and crystal clear glacial lakes, SOUTH EAST ASIA 10 HRS to golden beaches and lush rainforests, New Zealand offers one of the most visually diverse travelling experiences in the world. SOUTH AMERICA Here the journey really is as enjoyable AUSTRALIA 12 HRS 3 HRS as the destination.

The Great Coast Road, West Coast 1 1 AUCKLAND 7 NELSON Shop for designer clothes, scale Explore the long golden beaches, New Zealand’s tallest building, The Sky alpine lakes, enchanting forests and AOTEAROA Tower, and savour fine food and wine stunning scenery of the Nelson region in Auckland, New Zealand’s largest by kayak, car or bicycle. Home to three 2 city. Situated alongside three sparkling national parks, this region is a favourite harbours and flanked by black sand NEW ZEALAND 3 holiday spot for New Zealanders and so beaches and native forest to the west, beautiful you’ll never want to leave. this multicultural hub offers the perfect mix of urban chic and outdoor excitement. 5 11 4 2 HAMILTON NAPIER 8 MARLBOROUGH Meander through themed public gardens Enjoy a guided wine tour through the Discover the many coves of the Broaden your mind in Dunedin, 5 and along riverside trails in Hamilton. celebrated vineyards of Hawke’s Bay. magnificent Marlborough Sounds home to grand heritage buildings This heartland city offers an eclectic mix The city of Napier is New Zealand’s on a cruise, or cycle through vineyards and New Zealand’s oldest university. of metropolitan culture and rural charm Art Deco capital and has fantastic on a wine-tasting tour. With its See penguins, sea lions and and is famed for its proximity to must-do heritage, a picturesque shoreline glorious sunshine, delicious food albatross on the nearby Otago attractions like the Hobbiton Movie Set and just the right climate for delicious and luxurious resorts, any visit to Peninsula and experience one of and Waitomo Caves. orchard fruits. Marlborough is a pure joy. the great scenic train journeys on the 7 Railway. 6 8 3 ROTORUA 9 Immerse yourself in Māori culture Relax in our picturesque ‘Garden and exhilarating outdoor adventure City’. Christchurch offers something in Rotorua. Built amidst a geothermal for everyone – from golf and hot air landscape of steaming geysers and ballooning, to punting on the Avon bubbling mudpools, this tourist hotspot River, to relaxing in its stunning is home to many quintessential Kiwi Botanic Gardens. Reconstruction 9 experiences – from white water rafting following a major earthquake in 2011 and offroad 4WD, to spine-tingling Māori has seen Christchurch emerge as an cultural performances. 6 exciting reimagined new city.

4 TAUPŌ WELLINGTON 10 QUEENSTOWN Delve into a lake so big that it’s really Dine on fine food, craft beers and world Find inspiration amongst the more like an inland sea. Lake Taupō is class coffee in the harbour-side city of unforgettable landscape of 10 surrounded by natural wonders like the Wellington. Dubbed the “coolest little Queenstown. This four season resort stunning Huka Falls and the bubbling capital in the world” by Lonely Planet, town is known as the adventure capital mud pools and geysers at the Orakei Wellington also offers top opportunities of the world. It also offers plenty 11 Korako thermal wonderland. for wildlife spotting and cultural discovery of opportunity for lakeside dining, at the renowned national museum, boutique shopping and tours of the Te Papa Tongarewa. region’s rich gold mining history. ACCOMMODATION

There’s a wide range of accommodation options The main central business districts have waiting for you in New Zealand – from affordable internationally recognised hotel brands, all backpackers, to spacious apartments, to five star in walking distance to key conference and venue luxury hotels and lodges. facilities. Around the country, accommodation is readily available, friendly and good value.

SKYCITY Grand Hotel, Auckland Cavalli Beach House Retreat, Northland

Millbrook Resort, Queenstown NEW ZEALAND LUXURY LODGES

New Zealand has a rapidly growing reputation for These exclusive properties offer a range its luxury lodges in some of our most spectacular of customised activities from spa treatments, locations. In a class of their own, our luxury lodges to private golf, helicopter flights, wilderness are extremely accommodating and cater to the adventures and more – whatever your heart most discerning visitor. Dine on fine gourmet desires. A New Zealand luxury lodge is utterly cuisine and enjoy the highest standard of hosting indulgent and offers an exclusive, sumptous as your every need is taken care of. and unforgettable holiday experience.

Eagles Nest, Bay of Islands Wharekauhau Lodge, Wairarapa

Matakauri Lodge, Queenstown GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? JOURNEY Less than an hour north of Auckland, Home to 1.5 million people, the ‘City of Sails’ offers Matakana is a place where the good world class accommodation, outstanding food and things in life are found in abundance. Home to a flourishing wine industry, wine, great shopping, sights and attractions. pristine surf beaches, golf courses, kayaking, diving and local crafts. The Matakana region is a great place to relax and revitalise.

DON’T LEAVE AUCKLAND BEFORE YOU: FOLLOW A little further north, follow the Twin GET OUT ON THE HARBOUR HIT THE SHOPS Coast Discovery Highway to experience Climb the bridge over the Waitemata Browse the outstanding shopping on offer Northland’s golden beaches, ancient Harbour, bungy jump into it, jet boat around in the downtown Britomart precinct – home Horse riding, Pakiri Beach kauri forests and the spiritual Cape it, or hire a kayak and join an evening paddle to the fashion boutiques of New Zealand Reinga, where the Tasman Sea and to Rangitoto Island. If you’d like to try your labels Karen Walker, Kate Sylvester, Zambesi Pacific Ocean meet at the northern hand at sailing, participate as crew on an and World. Make sure to add Newmarket, tip of New Zealand. ex-America’s Cup yacht. Ponsonby and Parnell to your shopping list too. DISCOVER EXPLORE THE WATERFRONT TAKE IN THE VIEW Take the Twin Coast Discovery With a superb selection of cafés, bars Visit the summit of Mount Eden for Highway back down the east coast and restaurants, the waterfront areas of the breathtaking panoramic views of the city and to discover some of New Zealand’s most Viaduct Basin and Wynyard Quarter provide harbour, or take a tour to the Waitakere Ranges picturesque coastal towns and beaches the perfect place to dine, or simply relax and and the stunning west coast beaches. in the Bay of Islands. Step onto the watch the world go by with a glass of wine. Waitangi Treaty Grounds, considered GO UP THE SKY TOWER the birth place of New Zealand as VISIT WAIHEKE ISLAND At 328 metres high, it’s New Zealand’s a bicultural nation. Take a half hour ferry ride across the tallest man-made structure. Enjoy stunning beautiful harbour to discover the island’s views in all directions and a buzzing golden beaches, vineyards, olive groves entertainment complex. Thrill-seeking visitors and restaurants. can ‘SkyWalk’ around the tower’s 192 metre Wynyard Quarter, Auckland Cruising on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour high pergola, or ‘SkyJump’ all the way down! GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? ACTION Lights, camera, action. Experience Best known for nature-based tourism and off-the-beaten some movie magic at the Shire village track experiences, the city and surrounding area offers of Hobbiton. Created for The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy in the beautiful rural something for everyone. landscape of Matamata, New Zealand director Peter Jackson has used the sets again for The Hobbit films. DON’T LEAVE HAMILTON BEFORE YOU: UNCOVER GO TO THE GARDENS RELAX AND REVITALISE Travel south to Waitomo and discover Set aside some time for a gentle stroll When it’s time to replenish your reserves, a subterranean labyrinth of glowworm through Hamilton Gardens. Named you’ll find sustenance at the many vibrant caves on a guided walk or boat tour. Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata International Garden of the Year, here cafés, bars and restaurants along the For the adventurous, give black water you can explore 58 hectares of beautiful banks of Waikato River. rafting a go – abseil into the depths of themed gardens including Italian Waitomo’s lost world and explore the Renaissance, Chinese and Māori. HIT THE TRAILS underground rivers that flow through Discover Waikato by bike. The region is home the cave system on an inflatable GET A BIRD’S EYE VIEW to some of New Zealand’s most spectacular rubber inner tube. Experience the picture-postcard patchwork cycling trails, including the Waikato River of green fields below as you gently float Trails and the Hauraki Rail Trail. TAKE A BREAK over the region by hot air balloon. Head west to the small coastal town TRY PADDLE POWER of Raglan. Take lessons at the famous TAKE A TEA BREAK Glide across the tranquil waters of scenic Raglan Surfing School then test yourself Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, or simply Lake Karapiro in a Māori waka ama outrigger at Manu Bay – the longest left hand unwind over a cup of oolong tea with canoe. Lake Karapiro is also the perfect point break in the world. stunning views over New Zealand’s only place to enjoy watersports such as kayaking, tea plantation, Zealong. wakeboarding, waterskiing and fishing.

Black water rafting, Waitomo Caves Learn to surf, Raglan GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? DISCOVER Travel an hour north to Mount The city of Rotorua is steeped in Māori history and Maunganui. The town’s spectacular surrounded by a fascinating landscape of geothermal beaches are a magnet for surfers and sunbathers. You can take a flight or activity, freshwater lakes and majestic forests. boat ride from nearby Whakatane to White Island and explore the inner crater of New Zealand’s only active marine volcano as it hisses and rumbles.

DON’T LEAVE ROTORUA BEFORE YOU: RELAX Head three hours north to the EXPERIENCE MĀORI CULTURE REJUVENATE IN THE Coromandel – one of New Zealand’s Enjoy a traditional Māori haka and cultural MINERAL WATERS most loved holiday spots. Cloaked performance, try an authentic hāngi feast Relax at the Polynesian Spa, voted one of the Te Puia, Rotorua in native rainforest and blessed with cooked in a geothermal steam vent, or take top ten day spas in the world, or visit a natural dazzling white sand beaches, this a tour of a pre-European Māori village. hot pool on the shores of Lake Rotoiti. special place is rustic, unspoiled and relaxed. It’s a walker’s paradise, FEEL THE RUSH TAKE A SCENIC FLIGHT there are guided sea kayak tours Get an adrenalin rush with white water rafting, Fly over Mount Tarawera and get the best around the coast, or you can simply sky diving, 4WD touring, jet boating, downhill vantage point to view the extraordinary soak in a natural thermal hot pool luging, or try zorbing – rolling down a steep geothermal landscape below. at Hot Water Beach. slope inside a large transparent plastic ball. GET ON YOUR BIKE ENCOUNTER NATURE’S WILD SIDE Head to Whakarewarewa Forest for some Visit the Pohutu geyser, or check out one of the best mountain biking around. Follow the of several geothermal parks to see natural purpose-built tracks through lush native ferns hot springs, boiling mud pools, steam beneath a soaring forest canopy of pines vents and nature at its most volatile. and redwood trees.

White water rafting on the Kaituna River, Rotorua Lake Rotoiti, Rotorua GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? EXPERIENCE Visit Orakei Korako, located between The town of Taupō sits at the edge of the southern hemisphere’s Rotorua and Taupō. Described as largest lake, Lake Taupō. With its rivers, geothermal reserves and “one of the best thermal areas left in New Zealand” by Lonely Planet, it’s mountains, this beautiful region is a popular holiday and recreational renowned for its geysers, steaming destination offering trout fishing, skiing and watersports. vents, beautifully coloured volcanic rock and natural thermal pools. It is a must-see natural attraction.

PLAY DON’T LEAVE TAUPŌ BEFORE YOU: Tongariro National Park is New Zealand’s oldest National Park CRUISE THE LAKE SPIN YOUR WHEELS Barbary and Māori Rock carvings, Lake Taupō and one of the few with dual world Whether by kayak, yacht or motorboat, the Explore the Lake Taupō region by bike. heritage status. It’s a year-round natural best way to discover the secluded coves and The area is home to many custom-made adventure playground. In summer you beaches of Lake Taupō is by water. It’s also mountain biking tracks, located in some of the can enjoy one of the best one day walks the only way you can access the intricate country’s most stunning native forest settings. in the world on the Tongariro Alpine Māori rock carvings at Mine Bay. Crossing. In winter you can ski on an CAST A LINE active volcano, Mt Ruapehu, home to VISIT HUKA FALLS Catch a rainbow or brown trout on the Whakapapa and Turoa ski fields. Experience one of New Zealand’s most visited Lake Taupō – the largest natural trout natural attractions. View the falls from the fishery in the world, or go fly-fishing banks of the river, or take a thrilling jet boat up with a local guide on the Tongariro River. to its thundering base – but prepare to get wet.

TAKE THE PLUNGE Bungy jump over the mighty Waikato River, or take a slightly higher leap of faith from 15,000 feet as you skydive above Lake Taupō.

Crater Lakes, Tongariro Alpine Crossing Huka Falls Jet, Huka Falls GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? VENTURE Drive along the Pacific Coast Highway Hawke’s Bay’s enviable climate, Art Deco buildings and around East Cape and Māori culture is indulgent selection of award-winning wineries make it one evident in every settlement you come across. There are carved meeting of the best places in New Zealand to unwind and relax. houses, beautifully painted Māori churches and conversations in Te Reo. Venture up Mount Hikurangi, the sacred mountain of the Ngati Porou people, where you’ll see giant carvings of DON’T LEAVE HAWKE’S BAY BEFORE YOU: figures from Māori legend. VISIT THE GANNET COLONY TRAVEL BACK IN TIME IMMERSE Take a tractor or 4WD tour to see the 20,000 Experience Napier in style in a 1930’s vintage Visit Gisborne’s popular beaches, strong gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers car – it’s the perfect way to see the city’s Art Deco Weekend, Napier where local guides can show you and experience some of the region’s best exquisite Art Deco buildings. Tour drivers the best surf breaks or take you on coastal scenery along the way. dressed in stylish Art Deco attire will pick you a reef tour at low tide to feed the up from your accommodation for a fascinating stingrays. Head inland to Te Urewera GET A TASTE journey into the region’s colourful past. National Park, the North Island’s Explore Hawke’s Bay by bike. You can stop largest national park to explore the along the way to taste some of the region’s TEE OFF forests, mountains and stunning finest wine at top local vineyards. The region Test yourself on the acclaimed Cape lakes including the beautiful and grows more than 80 per cent of New Zealand’s Kidnapper’s championship golf course serene Lake Waikaremoana. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah situated atop dramatic cliffs with breathtaking grapes and is widely tipped as the producer views overlooking the Pacific Ocean. of New Zealand’s finest Chardonnay. No wonder it’s ranked among the world’s top 50 courses by Golf Magazine. EMBRACE THE CULTURE Join an experienced local guide as they bring to life the traditions, history and mythology of the local Māori through words, people and places.

Mount Hikurangi carvings, Pacific Coast Highway Cape Kidnapper’s Golf Course, Hawke’s Bay GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? INDULGE Travel an hour north over the “The coolest little capital in the world” according to Lonely Rimutaka Range to the Wairarapa. Planet, Wellington lies nestled between a sparkling harbour The region is one of the country’s top food and wine destinations and it’s and forest-clad hills. New Zealand’s capital city is renowned the perfect place to feast your senses. for its arts, heritage, culture and natural beauty. The wine village of Martinborough is at the heart of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail and blends country charm with luxury retreats, boutique vineyards, award-winning restaurants DON’T LEAVE WELLINGTON BEFORE YOU: and great shopping.

SAMPLE THE THREE Cs GO WILD Wellington Cable Car ESCAPE Coffee, cocktails and cuisine – it’s all Take a drive ten minutes from downtown Head north east to the Kāpiti Coast about culinary tourism in this town, so Wellington to Zealandia: The Karori Sanctuary for its unspoilt beaches and warm bring a healthy appetite. Experience, the place for close encounters with coastal climate. Swim, sail and surf, endangered native birds and wildlife including or just take in the view with some CATCH THE CABLE CAR the iconic Kiwi and Tuatara. Alternatively, of the excellent local fish and chips. Enjoy stunning views of the harbour and city explore Wellington’s South Coast to see Take a trip to the protected nature below when you take Wellington’s iconic Cable endangered fur seals, or stroll through the reserve on Kāpiti Island for its Car from Lambton Quay down in the city to Wellington Botanic Garden. unique birdlife and native bush. Kelburn perched high above. MAKE MOVIES VISIT TE PAPA TONGAREWA Roll your cameras as you visit some of the See all of the country under one roof at The sites made famous by The Lord of the Rings Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa Tongarewa. movies on a tour with Wellington Rover Interactive exhibits and technology tell Tours, Wellington Movie Tours and Flat Earth New Zealand’s colourful stories and history New Zealand Experiences. Tours also visit in captivating ways. Weta Cave where you’ll hear about the amazing array of films produced in Wellington by

Wellington Harbour Te Marae at Te Papa, Wellington local legend Sir Peter Jackson, including Avatar, Tintin and The Hobbit. GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? CONNECT Embark on a day trip to stunning Golden Situated in the north west of the , Nelson is a seaside Bay. Take a guided safari to Farewell city that is home to a thriving artistic community. You’re also on the Spit– a bird sanctuary and wetland of international importance. You can walk doorstep of three national parks, each with its own distinct character. on the base of the spit or take a 4WD safari along to the lighthouse.

RIDE DON’T LEAVE NELSON BEFORE YOU: Go horse riding on Wharariki Beach – an untamed, beautiful place where the HAVE A BREW OR TWO ENTER ANOTHER WORLD wind and waves have created massive rock and sand dune formations. Take a tour to some of the region’s many Visit the World of WearableArt™ and Classic thriving breweries and wineries and meet Cars Museum where a world class collection of Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast the passionate people who have made classic cars is showcased alongside incredible INVIGORATE them such a success. wearable works of art from around the globe. Head to the rugged West Coast – a wild frontier of rivers, mountains, EXPLORE THREE NATIONAL PARKS GET CREATIVE glaciers, rainforests and invigorating Discover the incredibly beautiful Abel Tasman Get in touch with your creative side wind-swept beaches. The region boasts National Park – a coastal paradise you can and meet the local artists in their studios. five national parks and some of the walk through, or explore by cruise boat or sea Take a private painting lesson, try your hand world’s most accessible glaciers. kayak. Follow an alpine trail to Lake Angelus, at ceramics, or give glass blowing a go. or walk beside Lake Rotoiti in the pristine Nelson Lakes National Park. Step into the heart REACH FOR THE SKY of Middle-earth in Kahurangi National Park – Enjoy the stunning views as you the backdrop for many scenes in climb to 16,500 feet, then feel the rush The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy. as you launch yourself over paradise with Skydive Abel Tasman.

Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Paparoa National Park, West Coast GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? EXPERIENCE Molesworth Station is New Zealand’s Situated at the top of the South Island, the tranquil Marlborough largest backcountry station. Experience region is renowned for the stunning coves of the Marlborough the awesome scenery on a 4WD tour, enjoy a picnic amongst the rolling Sounds and the delicious bounty of local wine and seafood. farmland and hear about the station’s fascinating pioneering past.

ALL ABOARD DON’T LEAVE MARLBOROUGH BEFORE YOU: Get on board the Coastal Pacific Train for a breathtaking rail journey departing TAKE FLIGHT MEET THE WILDLIFE from Picton to the city of Christchurch. Operating from October to April, this Check out the WW1 biplanes at Omaka Aviation Capture the best of the Marlborough 350 kilometre journey follows the Marlborough vineyards Heritage Centre in Blenheim. The museum Sounds at the Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary. ruggedly beautiful coastline and offers showcases an impressive array of flying Explore the island on your own or take a magnificent views of the ocean and mechanical marvels from days gone by. guided tour to see the resident blue penguins, steeply rising Kaikoura Ranges. rare saddleback, melodic bellbirds, cheeky SEE THE SOUNDS robins, native pigeons and yellow-crowned ENCOUNTER Explore the stunning Marlborough Sounds parakeets. During the warmer months, you by sea kayak, or walk or cycle the 70 kilometre can swim with the local dolphins. Visit Kaikoura and experience some Queen Charlotte Track. You can rest each night of this colourful township’s world- in comfortable lodges overlooking the SAVOUR SOME SAUVIGNON BLANC famous eco-tourism activities like spectacular Sounds. Guided tours and pack Sample the famous Sauvignon Blanc as whale watching and swimming with the transfer services are available. well as the region’s other varieties on a tour dolphins. Make sure you don’t leave of Marlborough’s top wineries and cellar doors. town before sampling the local crayfish. TEMPT YOUR TASTEBUDS Relax in the sun at a vineyard restaurant, Spend a day sampling the local delicacies or meet the winemakers to discover the secret around the region’s boutique food producers, to their award-winning creations. embark on a food and wine-matching challenge, or visit a salmon or greenshell mussel farm in the Marlborough Sounds. Queen Charlotte Track, Marlborough Sounds Whale watching, Kaikoura GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? DETOUR Head to Akaroa, a town that mixes its Christchurch is known as ‘The Garden City’ for its beautiful charming French colonial heritage with parks, open spaces and tree-lined avenues. The city features art galleries, cafés, restaurants and a delightful seaside ambience. Here you eye-catching street art alongside innovative designs like can swim with the smallest dolphin in the Transitional Cathedral and Re:START mall. the world, the Hector’s dolphin.

TRAVERSE Travel on one of the world’s most iconic train journeys, the TranzAlpine. You’ll DON’T LEAVE CHRISTCHURCH BEFORE YOU: traverse through Arthur’s Pass in the stunning Southern Alps and then on VISIT THE ICE PRACTISE YOUR SWING to Greymouth on the wild West Coast. Punting on the Avon River, Christchurch See penguins, learn about the icy continent, Get into the swing of things at championship Simply spectacular. experience the 4D theatre and ride on an courses like the Pegasus Golf Club, all-terrain Hagglund Antarctic vehicle at the Clearwater Golf Resort and Terrace Downs CLIMB International Antarctic Centre. High Country Resort. There are no less than Visit Aoraki Mount Cook National 60 golf courses around the Christchurch and Park, home to New Zealand’s highest Canterbury region. PUNT ON THE AVON mountain – Aoraki Mount Cook. Relax on a small wooden punting boat as an Enjoy one of the many walks through Edwardian punter glides you down the Avon FLY OVER CANTERBURY the National Park, or explore River, past Christchurch’s Botanic Gardens. Enjoy a magnificent scenic flight over the treasures of New Zealand’s Christchurch and the nearby beaches, mountaineering history at the Sir harbours and hills of Banks Peninsula. GET WET AND WILD Edmund Hillary Centre. Fly up the Waimakariri River on a thrill-a-minute Or helicopter into a pristine alpine or jet boat ride, or take a white water rafting trip forest wilderness environment for down the Rangitata River. fishing, hunting or hiking.

Hassle Free Tours, Canterbury Glacier Explorers, Tasman Glacier GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? VOYAGE Just a short flight or coach journey Queenstown is famous around the world for its iconic scenery, from Queenstown, you can experience friendly people, golf courses, wineries and diverse range of outdoor Fiordland’s uninhabited inlets, or take a day trip to Milford Sound – one of activities. You’ll never be short of things to do. New Zealand’s great natural wonders. Enjoy a cruise or kayak tour against a backdrop of majestic mountains and awe-inspiring waterfalls.

DON’T LEAVE QUEENSTOWN BEFORE YOU: ACTIVATE LET OFF SOME STEAM CHALLENGE YOURSELF Set on the southern shore of Lake Wanaka, Wanaka is one of the jewels Enjoy Queenstown’s scenic beauty on board Get your adrenalin pumping in the adventure of the South Island. Being close to French Ridge, Mt Aspiring National Park The TSS Earnslaw. This Edwardian vintage capital of the world. Enjoy skydiving, bungy four ski fields, it’s a snow-lover’s steamship makes several daily trips across the jumping, river rafting, great hiking, skiing paradise in winter. Year-round activities stunning Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High and mountain biking. Queenstown has all the include fishing, hiking, canyoning, Country Farm. action-packed adventures you’ll ever need climbing and skydiving. in one place. GET INTO THE SWING OF THINGS CHILL Play a round at one of Queenstown’s STEP BACK IN TIME immaculate resorts or backcountry fairways. Take some time to visit the picturesque gold Get up close to the majestic and Queenstown offers world class golfing amongst mining village of Arrowtown, just twenty minutes beautiful Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers – breathtaking scenery. drive from Queenstown. This historic village two awesome rivers of ice on the is home to boutique designer stores, galleries, West Coast. There are a range of TOUR THROUGH GIBBSTON VALLEY fine dining restaurants and cafes. Take a activities around the glaciers including guided walks, heli-hikes onto the ice Sample award-winning wines or enjoy an 4WD safari through rugged back country to and scenic flights. alfresco lunch next to the vines in the Skippers Canyon, try gold panning, or just Gibbston Valley. This stunning wine region is drink in the scenery. surrounded by mountains interlaced with lakes and deep river gorges.

Kawarau Bridge Bungy, Queenstown Dart River Jet Safaris, Glenorchy GOT TIME TO EXPLORE? PEDDLE Enjoy the scenery, engineering The southern city of Dunedin is known for its unspoiled and history on a wonderful biking heritage architecture and proximity to some of the world’s adventure over the Otago Central Rail Trail. It’s a 150 kilometre scenic rarest wildlife on the nearby Otago Peninsula. and historic journey into the Central Otago heartland.

DEPART DON’T LEAVE DUNEDIN BEFORE YOU: Experience the abundant wildlife on the Southern Scenic Route. Follow MEET THE LOCALS GET ON BOARD the road along the east coast to the Catlins region where you’ll find beautiful Encounter some of the rarest wildlife in Take a trip on the Taieri Gorge Railway from beaches, seals, dolphins, penguins and the world along the Otago Peninsula including the historic Dunedin Railway Station to the Taieri Gorge Railway, Otago an ancient, petrified forest. Royal Albatross, Yellow-eyed Penguins and rugged mountain interior of Central Otago Hooker’s Sea Lions. and back. HIKE TOUR THE CASTLE HIT THE BEACH Stewart Island is New Zealand’s Take a tour of Larnach Castle, New Zealand’s Surf at St Clair Beach, or take a dip at the third largest island. It’s 85% national only castle. Explore its immaculate gardens St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool – an open-air park and attracts many hikers and and learn about its tragic, scandalous history. public swimming pool nestled amongst the nature lovers to its pristine wilderness. rocks just metres from the ocean. Walk the Rakiura Track – one of FOLLOW THE HERITAGE TRAIL New Zealand’s nine Great Walks. Take a stroll along the city’s heritage trail and discover beautiful examples of Gothic, Italianate, Palladian and Georgian architecture. Dunedin is often referred to as the Edinburgh of the South.

Yellow-eyed penguin, Otago Peninsula Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula DON’T LEAVE NEW ZEALAND BEFORE YOU...

Embrace New Zealand’s unique Māori culture, an integral part of Kiwi life.

Mudbrick Vineyard, Waiheke Island Sip award-winning wine while dining on New Zealand’s Pacific Rim cuisine.

Get out on the water on a cruise or kayak to see dolphins, seals and whales up close.

Experience bungy jumping, white water rafting, sky diving, caving, canyoning and so much more.

Witness nature’s power through the steaming geysers, bubbling mud pools and relaxing thermal springs of New Zealand’s geothermal hot spots.

Hike one of New Zealand’s nine Great Walks to see some of our most iconic scenery.

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