Wellington Botanic GardenFrom ancient forests to colourful flower beds, the Wellington Botanic Garden is a delightful experience, completed by great views of the city and harbour.
Crater LakesEleven beautiful lakes surround the geothermal town of Rotorua, which is great if you like to hike, bike, fish or kayak.
Golden BayDrive over Takaka Hill and discover another world. Golden Bay is a vast paradise for nature lovers.
Tongariro National ParkExplore the volcanoes, lakes, rivers, alpine meadows and forests of New Zealand's first national park.
Paparoa National ParkDiscover lush native forests, amazing pancake rocks, delicate cave formations, underground streams, limestone canyons and towering ocean cliffs - all in (...)
Mount Aspiring National ParkStretch your legs and feed your soul in this remote wilderness of native forests, towering mountains and long river valleys.
Nelson Lakes National ParkFrom easy lakeside walking tracks to challenging alpine hikes, this national park has something for everyone.
Auckland's volcanic conesClimb green volcanic cones in the heart of a large city to peer into deep craters and explore ancient Maori earthworks. Look out over the harbours, (...)
Kawau IslandExplore an island full of history, from copper mine ruins to Sir George Grey's restored stately mansion.
White Island - active volcanoAn active volcano off the Bay of Plenty coast, White Island will blow you away (but not literally!).
Matakana IslandMatakana Island is a blend of different landscapes - white sand surf beach, pine forest, farmland and tranquil harbour.
Rangitoto IslandAs if by design, just 600 years ago a volcanic mountain emerged from the sea to create Auckland's near-perfect natural harbour.
Kapiti Island Nature ReserveCreating a place where endangered species can once again thrive has also created a rare experience for the small number of people who are allowed to visit (...)