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Discover New Zealand – Top 5 Places For Your New Zealand Bucketlist

By on November 21, 2016

Explore our best of New Zealand bucketlist!

Lush green landscapes, dense forests, mountains, lakes, beaches – New Zealand is simply awe inspiring – there’s a reason Lord of the Rings was filmed here! What are you waiting for? Use our New Zealand bucketlist to Start planning your trip to New Zealand!

Punakaiki

Punakaiki is the base for exploring Paparoa National Park – from sandy beaches to lush rainforest and spectacular alpine tops. Punakaiki is best known for its Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.

Punakaiki, New Zealand

Pancake rocks in Punakaiki, South Island, New Zealand

Lake Wanaka

This magical lake stretches over 45 kilometers, nestled between majestic mountains and boasts crustal clear waters. The spectacular lake area is perfect for a winter destination as well as a summer one. You can fish, hike, climb and skydive, as well as ski or relax at one of the picturesque Lake Wanaka small towns.

Lake Wanaka, New Zealand

Lake Wanaka, New Zealand

Queenstown

This small town sits on the shores of the South Island’s Lake Wakatipu, set against the dramatic Southern Alps.  Queenstown is the home of the ultimate adventure bucket list. You can enjoy bungee jumping, sky diving, canyon swinging, jet boating, horse trekking and river rafting, as well as this cool city’s vibe, bars, art scene and Vineyards.

Queenstown, New Zealand

High-speed boat ride in Queenstown, New Zealand

Milford Track

Known as the finest walk in world, the 53-kilometer journey begins at the head of Lake Te Anau. The Milford Track will show you pristine lakes, sky-scraping mountain peaks and enormous valley views and you will walk through lush rainforest, hike alpine tracks to stunning waterfalls.

Milford track, New Zealand

Milford track, New Zealand

Rotorua

Known for bubbling mud pools, shooting geysers and natural hot springs, as well as showcasing the fascinating Maori culture.

Whakarewarewa Geyser at Te Pui thermal park

Whakarewarewa Geyser at Te Pui thermal park in geothermal valley of Rotorua, New Zealand

 

How many of these would you like to check off your New Zealand bucketlist? Don’t know how to get there? Take a look at our online trip planner and let us do the hard work for you! Let us know if we missed anything amazing!

 

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