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Rediscover your sense of adventure through spectacular landscapes, fresh air and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re sailing along sparkling coastlines or walking world-class trails, every day is an invitation to get moving. Read more →
MOVE
PAUSE
REAWAKEN
PLANNING your journey
Aotearoa New Zealand is made up of two main islands, the North Island and South Island, along with hundreds of smaller islands. English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language are the country's official languages.
Getting around
Domestic flights make it easy to travel between the North and South Islands. Rental cars and campervans are popular for exploring, and driving is on the left-hand side of the road.
Getting HERE
Fly direct to Auckland, Hamilton, Christchurch, Wellington or Queenstown from major Australian cities in around 3 to 4 hours. Frequent non-stop services operate with Air New Zealand, Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia.
Whether you're seeking adventure, stillness, time together or a deeper connection with place, Aotearoa New Zealand offers journeys that stay with you long after you’ve left. Discover the one that's right for you.
Come Back
To YOURSELF
In Aotearoa New Zealand, nature, culture and people come together to create experiences that leave you feeling more fulfilled, connected and restored than when you arrived. There isn't one perfect way to explore this country. Some travellers arrive seeking adventure, others are ready to pause, while many simply want to spend quality time with the people they love or experience a destination more deeply.
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great holiday doesn't just change where you are. It changes how you feel. Whether it's the exhilaration of exploring the outdoors, the calm that comes from time spent in nature, the joy of sharing a memorable meal or the perspective gained through culture and stories, the best journeys stay with you.
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AT A GLANCE
It’s never been easier to find your 100% in Aotearoa New Zealand
ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK, nelson tasman
Every traveller is looking for something different. From exhilarating adventures to restorative escapes, memorable shared moments and meaningful discoveries, find the journey that's calling you.
100% PURE NEW ZEALAND: 4 INCREDIBLE JOURNEYS
Slow the pace with soothing experiences, peaceful landscapes and moments of genuine calm. It's your time to switch off, breathe deeply and simply enjoy where you are. Read more →
TEKAPO, CANTERBURY
Velskov, Auckland
Share memorable meals, exceptional local flavours and the experiences that bring people together. Leave with stories to tell and moments you'll relive for years. Read more →
Discover the stories, culture and landscapes that awaken the soul with Aotearoa New Zealand. Look beyond the highlights to discover the tales, traditions and more spiritual experiences in this incredible land. Read more →
CROSS HILL DOMES, LAKE HāWEA
milford sound / Piopiotahi, fiordland, southland
Wherever you're starting from, there's a journey waiting for you.
Tantalus Estate, Waiheke Island
RECONNECT
See Abel Tasman National Park from the water with Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures, gliding past secluded beaches, headlands and crystal-clear bays before stepping ashore to explore on foot.
Tucked within Abel Tasman National Park Awaroa Lodge is surrounded by native forest and accessible only by water, air or on foot. It's an ideal base for reconnecting with nature. Further south, Bay of Many Coves overlooks the tranquil waters of the Marlborough Sounds, providing a peaceful waterfront retreat where spectacular scenery and adventure are just moments from your door.
Celebrate the day's achievements with exceptional local produce, outstanding wines and warm hospitality. Enjoy an ever-changing seasonal menu showcasing the flavours of Marlborough at Arbour in Blenheim, where chef Bradley Hornby lets local ingredients shine. Or spend an afternoon at Hans Herzog Estate, discovering delicious handcrafted wines in an intimate setting surrounded by vineyards.
Every day brings a new adventure on this escape which combines active experiences with spectacular scenery and time to pause along the way.
PLACES That will move you
Some of the best travel memories are made by spending time outdoors. Whether you're sailing turquoise bays or walking spectacular coastal trails, this journey invites you to experience New Zealand one step, paddle or sail at a time. Designed for travellers who love being active, it balances days spent exploring with exceptional food, fine wine and memorable places to stay. It's a chance to experience some of New Zealand's most beautiful places while returning home feeling energised, accomplished and ready for whatever comes next.
Aotearoa New Zealand's South Island rewards every adventurous step you take with extraordinary scenery and a genuine sense of achievement.
MAKE A MOVE
Sail pristine waters, walk spectacular tracks and discover incredible landscapes – adventure comes naturally here.
Adventures worth the effort
These welcoming retreats offer the perfect place to relax, refuel and wake ready for whatever activity tomorrow holds.
Rest, recharge, repeat
Every great adventure deserves a memorable meal.
Reward yourself
TAKE ME ON ANOTHER journey
abel tasman national park, nelson TASMAN
ARBOUR, BLENHEIM, MARLBOROUGH
HANS HERZOG ESTATE, BLENHEIM, MARLBOROUGH
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AWAROA LODGE, abel tasman NATIONAL PARK, nelson TASMAN
Marlborough Sounds, fiordland, southland
abel tasman NATIONAL PARK, nelson TASMAN
For those who believe the journey is as rewarding as the destination
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Nelson, Tasman
Marlborough Sounds, Marlborough
Blenheim, Marlborough
Abel Tasman National Park, Tasman
Nelson
Marlborough Sounds
Blenheim
Abel Tasman National Park
Or immerse yourself in the spectacular Marlborough Sounds on a 4-Day Queen Charlotte Track Gourmet Guided Walk, a journey that proves adventure and comfort can happily go hand in hand.
Continue into Fiordland National Park, wandering beneath ancient beech forests and following gentle walking trails around Lake Te Anau. Board a cruise through Doubtful sound, With its still waters, dramatic cliffs and remarkable sense of scale, it's a place that invites you to slow down and simply take it all in.
Ease into the rhythm of the South Island at Watershed Floating Sauna and Cold Plunge where steaming saunas and icy dips in Lake Wakatipu are set against an extraordinary alpine backdrop.
Head to Fiordland Lodge, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame lake and mountain views. Retreat to Blanket Bay near Glenorchy for understated elegance in one of the country's most spectacular alpine settings.
Or at Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa, unwind among the vineyards of Central Otago, where wellness treatments and award-winning wines make slowing down wonderfully easy.
Fiordland Lodge’s trust-the-chef tasting menu showcases the region's outstanding produce in an intimate setting where every course celebrates the season.
Milford Sound - Fiordland
Journey through some of New Zealand's most tranquil landscapes, from Queenstown and Glenorchy to Fiordland National Park and Central Otago. All you have to do is have to do is exhale…
PLACES TO PAUSE
For those who need a moment
Sometimes what we're craving isn't another adventure, another achievement or another packed itinerary. It's space. Space to breathe deeply, think clearly and remember what it feels like to slow down again. In New Zealand's South Island, mirror-like lakes ancient forests and silent fjords invite you to stop, find that space and savour every moment.
In Aotearoa New Zealand's spectacular south, peace isn't something you have to search for. It's part of the landscape.
TAKE TIME TO PAUSE
These are the moments that encourage you to breathe a little deeper, linger a little longer and simply be present.
Let nature set the pace
The right place to stay can change the rhythm of an entire journey.
Wake up to stillness
A slower journey deserves meals that are just as considered.
Savour every moment
Or settle in at Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa, where local ingredients and wines from the surrounding vineyards encourage long lunches, lingering dinners and conversations that continue well after dessert.
fiordland lodge, TE ANAU, SOUTHLAND
gibbston valley lodge and spa, GIBBSTON, CENTRAL OTAGO
blanket bay LUXURY LODGE. GLENORCHY, OTAGO
doubtful sound, fiordlanD, SOUTHLAND
lake gunn nature trail, fiordland national park, SOUTHLAND
watershed floating sauna and cold plunge, QUEENSTOWN
Lake Te Anau
Doubtful Sound
Central Otago
Fiordland National Park
Spend the day exploring Waiheke's celebrated wine scene, where cellar doors invite you to slow down over tastings and long lunches. From the sweeping views at Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant to the contemporary dining and award-winning wines at Tantalus Estate, pull up a chair, grab a drink and enjoy good company. Or experience the island with Terra and Tide’s thoughtfully curated tours, which introduce you to the people, produce and stories that make Waiheke so special.
Perched above the coastline on Waiheke Island, Delamore Lodge feels made for shared moments. Slow down, savour the setting and enjoy the company.
Back on the mainland, Hotel Britomart puts you in the heart of Auckland's vibrant waterfront precinct, and its beautifully crafted rooms create the perfect base.
Forage for native ingredients before sitting down to an open-fire feast with Art of Foraging Private Dining at Velskov. Guided by the flavours of the season and the surrounding landscape, it's a dining experience made to bring people together. In Auckland, settle in at Ahi for contemporary New Zealand cuisine that celebrates local ingredients and regional producers.
From vineyard lunches and artisan producers to memorable dining experiences and welcoming cellar doors, every stop on this journey is designed to bring travellers a little closer.
PLACES TO SHARE THE LUXURY OF COMPANY
Some experiences are made for sharing. Meet passionate local producers, gather around the table, raise a glass and create memories.
Moments made to be shared
Some of the most memorable moments of a holiday happen when everyone gets together. A leisurely lunch that stretches into the afternoon. A winery tasting where conversations flow as easily as the wine. A busy market where every stall offers something new to discover. In Aotearoa New Zealand, those moments happen naturally. Fresh local produce, world-class wine and warm hospitality create the perfect excuse to come together, and the people around you make the experience even more unforgettable.
The best memories are often made with shared experiences. This journey celebrates great food, fabulous activities and the simple joy of sharing them with others.
Come together
From cosy lodges to vineyard retreats, these stays are designed for slowing down, sharing stories and making the most of time spent together.
Space to come together
Great food and wine bring everyone to the table. Just add conversation, laughter and moments that create a lifetime of memories.
Bring it to the table
TAntalus estate, WAIHEKE ISLAND
Mudbrick vinEyard & restaurant, WAIHEKE ISLAND
Hotel britomart, AUCKLAND
Delamore lodge, AUCKLAND
VELSKOV, AUCKLAND
Ahi, AUCKLAND
For those who believe the best moments are shared
Auckland Waterfront
Waiheke Island
Waiheke Vineyards
Auckland
WAIHEKE ISLAND
Alternatively, you can wander through Redwoods Nightlights, where towering Californian redwoods are transformed after dark by an immersive light installation. Or climb Te Mata Peak, where sweeping views across Hawke's Bay provide a reminder of just how expansive the world can feel.
A visit to Te Pā Tū offers an opportunity to experience Māori culture through storytelling, performance and a traditional hāngī feast, creating a deeper understanding of the customs and traditions that have shaped Aotearoa for generations.
At Rosewood Cape Kidnappers dramatic clifftop views over the Pacific create a powerful connection to the surrounding landscape, while thoughtful hospitality encourages you to slow down and savour it all.
For complete immersion, retreat to Matū PurePod, near Waitomo. Surrounded by native bush, this off-grid glass cabin offers uninterrupted views by day and a chance for extraordinary stargazing after dark.
Long lunches and relaxed dinners become moments of restoration – an opportunity to slow down, savour the flavours of the region and reawaken the soul through meaningful connection to place. At Embra in Taupō, seasonal local produce is transformed into thoughtful dishes that celebrate the region, while Craggy Range in Hawkes Bay pairs acclaimed wines with exceptional cuisine against the backdrop of Te Mata Peak.
From geothermal landscapes and ancient forests to dramatic coastlines and meaningful cultural experiences, this journey invites you to engage with New Zealand in a host of different ways.
PLACES TO REAWAKEN YOUR INNER-SELF
In Aotearoa New Zealand, travel engages far more than the eye. It's a place where dramatic landscapes, cultural traditions and moments of quiet discovery come together to awaken the senses and feed the soul. Whether you're standing beneath ancient forests, soaking in geothermal springs or listening to stories that have shaped the land for generations, every experience invites a fresh perspective and a deeper sense of wellbeing.
The most memorable journeys don't just take you somewhere new. They change the way you see the world around you.
AWAKEN YOUR SOUL
The landscapes may capture your attention, but it's the stories, Māori traditions and cultural connections that truly feed the soul.
Feel the spirit of the landscape
These stays immerse you in the landscape and create moments that linger long after you've checked out.
RESTORE THE SPIRIT
Good food has a way of bringing people together, while the setting can make it even more memorable
FEED THE SOUL
Craggy range, HAVELOCK NORTH, HAWKES BAY
Embra, TAUPō, WAIKATO
Matū Purepod, WAITOMO, WAIKATO
ROSEWOOD CAPE KIDNAPPERS, TE AWANGA, HAWKES BAY
LAKE TAUPō, WAIKATO
Redwood nightlights, ROTORUA, BAY OF PLENTY
Pōhutu Geyser, rotorua, bay of plenty
Te Pā Tū, ROTORUA, BAY OF PLENTY
For those who believe every place has a story
Craggy Range, HAVELOCK NORTH, HAWKES BAY
Taupō, Waikato
Hawke's Bay
Te Mata Peak, Hawke's Bay
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Taupō
Te Mata Peak
