Attractions
Skyline Gondola Queenstown – one of the best views in New Zealand
Few experiences in Queenstown deliver such an immediate sense of scale as the Skyline Gondola. Rising steeply above the town to Bob’s Peak, the gondola offers visitors one of the most accessible alpine viewpoints in New Zealand.
Hobbiton Bagshot Row, 10 years in the making
Visitors have walked past the round doors of Bagshot Row, imagining the lives unfolding behind them.
Waitonga Falls, Mt Ruapehu
The Waitonga Falls Track is a short, alpine walk in Tongariro National Park, leading to the park’s highest waterfall.
Mangawhero Falls, Mt Ruapehu
Mangawhero Falls is located 16 km up Ohakune Mountain Road on Mt Ruapehu. A viewing platform provides clear views of the Mangawhero waterfall just minutes from the road.
The Coromandel beaches: A coastline worth exploring
The Coromandel Peninsula is home to one of New Zealand’s most extensive, beautiful and varied coastlines, with many beaches spread across the peninsula. Coromandel beaches,
Rotomairewhenua / Blue Lake – among the clearest natural freshwater ever measured
Rotomairewhenua, commonly known as Blue Lake, is widely recognised by scientists as having some of the clearest natural freshwater ever measured.
Stargazing in New Zealand: The 10 DarkSky International places
New Zealand is recognised internationally for the quality of its night skies, with ten locations officially accredited by DarkSky International as International Dark Sky Places.
Kaikōura Stargazing: A New Zealand Dark Sky Sanctuary
Kaikōura has become one of New Zealand’s leading locations for stargazing following its designation as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary in 2024
Ride the New Kawarau Gorge trail – Central Otago’s next great adventure
Carved through one of New Zealand’s most dramatic landscapes, the upcoming Kawarau Gorge Trail promises to be a breathtaking addition to Central Otago’s cycle network.
Tāmaki Drive Cycleway: A ride where the city ends and the sea takes over
There’s something special about the Tāmaki Drive Cycleway in Auckland. Maybe it’s the way the air changes when you leave the city – or how
Discovering Purakaunui Falls, The Catlins – Southland
The Purakaunui Falls are a cascading three-tiered waterfall on the Purakaunui River, in The Catlins of the southern South Island of New Zealand.
Tawhai Falls, Gollum’s pool in Tongariro National Park
In Tongariro National Park lies Tawhai Falls. Known to The Lord of the Rings fans as “Gollum’s Pool”, this waterfall combines raw natural beauty with cinematic history, making it a must-see stop on the road to Whakapapa.
Snowmoto NZ. A snowbike adventure in New Zealand
Snowmoto gives thrill-seekers the chance to explore untouched backcountry trails on modified 450cc snowbikes.
Balloons Over Waikato
Balloons Over Waikato is an annual event in New Zealand’s Waikato region, filling the sky with hot air balloons from around the world.
The Supervolcanic Trail Network, Taupō
Imagine riding along 380 kilometres of trails that take you past waterways, through green native bush, and up dramatic mountain tops – all in a
The Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
The Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest in Rotorua is home to a majestic towering Californian Coast Redwoods.
Arapuni Suspension Bridge
The Arapuni Suspension Bridge spans the Waikato River in South Waikato, New Zealand.
Te Puia, Geothermal Park & Māori Culture, Rotorua
Te Puia, nestled in the Whakarewarewa Valley in Rotorua, is a geothermal wonderland packed with bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, and the breathtaking Pōhutu Geyser.
Kuratau Lagoon, Taupo
Kuratau Lagoon is Located near the southern edge of Lake Taupō in New Zealand. Sometimes, you are lucky enough to visit a truly magical place.
Huka Falls, Taupo
Huka Falls, located near Taupō on New Zealand’s North Island, is a remarkable natural feature on the Waikato River. Here, the river narrows from approximately 100 meters to just 15 meters, causing a significant increase in water flow.
Auckland Arts Festival 2026
This Auckland Arts Festival celebrates world-leading international artists alongside our local world-class creatives, gracing some of our city’s most cherished and iconic venues.
Castle Hill, Canterbury – where time moves slowly
Walk among ancient limestone boulders at Castle Hill – a timeless landscape where nature carved stone long before we arrived.
Hobbiton Movie Set, your journey into The Shire
Hobbiton, nestled in the lush green hills of Matamata, is the heart of the Shire brought to life. This iconic film set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.
The Blue Spring/Te Waihou Walkway, Putāruru
The Blue Spring & Te Waihou Walkway is a picturesque trail that winds through the Waikato countryside, leading to the Blue Spring itself. Known for its exceptionally clear, vibrant turquoise water.
Discover Cathedral Cove: An iconic summer destination
Nestled on the Coromandel Peninsula, Cathedral Cove is one of New Zealand’s most beloved summer spots. This natural wonder draws visitors with its breathtaking scenery, pristine beaches, and an iconic rock arch.