New Zealand has something for everyone, and is the perfect place to invigorate your heart and mind, to reconnect with your family, your friends (old buddies, and forging new connections), in the most spectacular surroundings like nowhere else on earth. Nestled in the South Pacific Ocean, Aotearoa (the native Māori word for New Zealand) is a vacation destination of contrasts from:
•    Awe-inspiring mountains, to rugged coastlines of pristine beaches
•    Spectacular and remote wilderness, to communities with a warm and welcoming culture
•    Heart-pumping activities, to relaxing experiences to rejuvenate and reset

If you’re looking for a vacation destination to create memories that will last a lifetime, then New Zealand is the answer. Let's look at what makes New Zealand such a great vacation destination...

Spend Time Exploring, not Traveling

Unlike larger countries, you don’t have to travel far in New Zealand to experience dramatic differences in the surrounding landscapes. A couple of hours drive can get you from snow-capped mountains to pristine beaches, from a volcanic plateau to native rainforest. This is great news for adventurers wanting to maximize their vacation, without spending the whole time getting to the fun stuff!

Explore Mangawhai Heads on the 5-Day Northland Adventure or the 11-Day Ultimate North Island Adventure.

A Diverse Range of Adventure Activities

New Zealand offers a huge range of ways to experience the great outdoors. For adventuring there’s an extensive network of unparalleled hiking trails, cycleways, plus perfect sea and lake kayaking locations. When it’s time to relax, how about soaking in natural hot spring pools, stargazing to spot the Southern Cross (a star formation only visible in the Southern Hemisphere), or taking time to enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee amidst beautiful scenery. Here’s a small sample of things to do in New Zealand…

Experiencing kayaking on the Okarito Lagoon (a white heron nesting colony) on the 14-Day Ultimate South Island Adventure or the 8-Day Classic South Island Adventure.

- Hiking the Milford Track

Located in the South Island is the Milford Track, one of New Zealand’s ‘Great Walks’. This world-renowned hiking trail leads adventurers through lush beech forests, cascading waterfalls, and ma-jestic mountains. A once-in-a-lifetime hiking experience that will immerse you in the breathtaking beauty of Fiordland National Park.

Go hiking on the Milford Track on the 14-Day Milford Track Adventure.

- Biking the Alps to Ocean

What better way to experience New Zealand’s unique landscape than by two wheels! The Alps to Ocean is a spectacular cycleway -  from New Zealand’s highest mountain (Mount Cook), past glacial lakes, to a magnificent river valley, and ending at the Pacific Ocean. This is a wonderful experience for all levels of cycling ability.

Cycle the incredible Alps to Ocean Bike Trail on the 6-Day New Zealand E-Bike Adventure.

- Snorkeling in Northland

The northern part of New Zealand is at a sub-tropical latitude, and the marine life is abundant in this area. Take a cruise out to one of New Zealand’s oldest marine reserves of Poor Knights Islands to see whales, dolphins, and orca in their natural habitat. Spend the afternoon snorkeling amongst a vast array of fish and other marine life. 

Go kayaking or snorkeling at Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve on the Ultimate North Island Adventure or the Northland Adventure.

The Spectacular New Zealand Scenery

Breath-taking. Jaw-droppingly beautiful. Magnificent. There aren’t enough superlatives to describe just how stunning New Zealand is, and New Zealanders are determined to keep it pristine, with measures in place to protect the environment and its natural beauty. New Zealand packs a lot of punch when it comes to varying landscapes within a relatively small land space, and with a population of only five million, there’s plenty of room to feel like you’re the only person on earth! 

Hike the Kepler Track on the New Zealand Walking Adventure or the Ultimate South Island Adventure.

The People, the Culture, and the Wine!

New Zealanders are generally known to be a warm, welcoming, and relaxed people, with a dry sense of humor and a 'can do!' approach to life.  The Māori culture (indigenous people of New Zea-land) is prevalent everywhere, and you’ll hear "Kia ora!" used as a greeting on your travels. 
New Zealand offers an impressive range of world-class food and beverages! From internationally acclaimed Sauvignon Blanc wine, to kiwifruit (also known as kiwi!), to dairy products, and not for-getting succulent lamb, New Zealand exports a range of culinary delights all over the globe, and can be sampled in the vibrant café culture.

Experience and learn about the beautiful Māori culture on the North Island Volcanic Adventure or the Ultimate North Island Adventure.

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Getting to New Zealand

New Zealand is just a 12-hour flight from North America’s Pacific coast! With a number of airlines flying direct to Auckland (in the North Island), and to Christchurch (in the South Island). Air New Zealand (the national carrier) offers direct flights from major North American cities such as New York, Chicago, Houston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Honolulu, and Vancouver. For any assistance with organizing flights to New Zealand, get in touch with our preferred flight experts, Fuzion Travel.