New Zealand: home of soaring ancient mountain ranges, steaming volcanoes, sweeping coastlines and lush rainforests. New Zealand: one of the world's least crowded countries, filled with countless experiences and adventures.
There is no doubt, travelling New Zealand will change you, and it will change the way youview travel forever. Whether you seek stunning landscapes, relaxation and rejuvenation, adrenaline fuelled adventures, fine wine and fine dining, cultural experiences, cafes or museums, it's all found in New Zealand.
With a foundation of Maori, European, Pacific and Asian cultures, New Zealand's society is not just multi-cultural and multi-racial; it's an impressive mix of open and friendly people, inviting you to share the celebration of everyday Kiwi life. Of course, New Zealand is a sports-loving nation known for its easygoing, friendly people and deeply passionate love of Rugby.
It's true; a trip to New Zealand for Rugby World Cup 2011 will be the trip of a lifetime.
Here are just a few highlights
- Play a round at any one of many world-class golf courses
- Throw yourself into heart racing adventures like bungy jumping, abseiling, kayaking, white water rafting, caving, canyoning, trekking, fresh and saltwater fishing, diving and horse trekking, jetboating, surfing, wind surfing, kitesurfing, parasailing and hang gliding.
- Enjoy fine wine, gourmet food, sumptuous spas and luxury lodges.
- See Maori and Polynesian artifacts displayed in museums in each of the main cities
- Explore glaciers, fijords, clear lakes, scenic mountains and rolling green pastures.
- Watch colonies of penguins, gannets and seals, plus migrating whales swimming within a few kilometres off the coast