New Zealand has always been the first choice for adventure-frenzies and for those who tend to stay close to the purity of nature. Regardless the distance and average flight time from the western world, this part of the Oceania have always been visited by thousands of travelers who enjoy getting to know and explore the culture of Kiwis. With its spellbinding array of glaciers, mountains, deserted islands, flora, fauna, culture, heritage, natural landscapes and cityscapes, New Zealand have been alluring all of us to visit at least once in the lifetime. So, if you too are tempted by the superlative diversity and serenity of this thriving getaway destination in the Australia-pacific region, then you shall plan your trip while keeping the following list of must visit places in New Zealand before you leave:
1. Mount Maunganui
A cozy laid-back beach space, ideally famous to enjoy the quality couple time as well as a family picnic next to the soothing waves of the Pacific Ocean, Mount Maunganui is one of the most reputed and spellbinding beaches in the entire country, featuring a fabulous stretch of white-sand beach, superlative backdrops of natural landscapes, exquisite and refreshing ocean beauty as well as remarkable range of activities to indulge in. If you have been thinking to have a beach experience in the New Zealand and looking forward to a picture perfect beach experience, Mount Maunganui can be the finest choice you make on your entire journey.
2. Waiheke Island
Located less than an hour of ferry ride away from the shores of Auckland, Waiheke Island is among the most spellbinding islands of the archipelago of New Zealand, famous for its untouched natural beauty and intact landscape formation without any human interference. A splendid, short and scenic tropical island that lush with an incredible variety of landscapes, sandy beaches, tranquilizing coastline, refreshing sight of ocean horizon and more, Waiheke Island is truly a bliss to experience. While you are at Waiheke Island, do not forget to visit some of the finest vineyards located on the island that are the creators of some of the finest wines available in the New Zealand.
3. Abel Tasman National Park
With its ideal location placing it on the northern edge of South Island, Abel Tasman National Park is the best place for those who like to discover the incredible flora and fauna of the New Zealand. Regardless of its size, the variety of species available here is huge and hikers often find this place quite a delight to explore and understand the natural beauty and diversity of New Zealand up close. Please make sure to catch the plane or boat ride to visit here as personal vehicles are strictly prohibited to enter here. Take a stroll up to the mountains and other high-lands to gaze on the picture perfect view of natural beauty and diversity available in Abel Tasman National Park.
4. Kaikoura
Most of the travelers visit New Zealand for the sake of adventure, natural exploration, sightseeing, cityscape delights and more, but there is a rare breed of voyagers that travel across any part of the world to taste the real delight of the culture, the gourmet. If you consider yourself a foodie, then do visit to the Kaikoura which is a small coastal town on the South Island, ideally famous for its beautiful and thriving restaurants that are famous across the horizon for fresh, delicious and diverse seafood. Taste some of the most delicious seafood here whilst having a great view of dolphins, seals, whales and many more marine giant creatures vulture on the surface of wild turquoise water of the Pacific.
5. Wai-o-Tapu
If you think, the best geothermal activities done by the nature can be found in the United States and the region only, you shall try visiting Wai-o-tapu. A small region located close to the outskirts of Rotorua in North Island that is quite renowned in this part of the world for its incredible natural phenomena. The geysers and hiking trails here are the finest experience you can have in the North Island whilst strolling down the volcanic landscapes that are now transformed into natural plains and dense forest highlands. Many hikers have found the trekking paths of Wai-o-tapu quite astounding and intimidating with their unique formations as well as spellbinding backdrops that gives the most gorgeous and unearthly look.
Although, New Zealand isn’t as big as Australia, China, United States, Canada or England, but the combination of these two giant islands and small archipelagos around it remain lush with a breathtaking, unbelievable and splendid variety of features that makes New Zealand even more charming and indulging. So, if you have been on a spree of saving big to afford the flight tickets to New Zealand and have a gorgeous getaway, then keep on going to make sure you experience the best of this Kiwi island-duo while savoring on some of the finest adventures that will make your voyage even more exciting.
Source by Rajni Devi