It's Nice in New Zealand: 30+ Instagrammable Travel Goals

Published 4 Feb 2019 • 533 views

When planning your trip to New Zealand, you may not know exactly where to begin. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Lake Wakatipu

Lake Wakatipu is the third largest lake in New Zealand.Cruising across Lake Wakatipu on a restored steamship is a blissful way to appreciate the magnificent alpine scenery.

Milford Sound

Situated on the west coast of the South Island, Milford Sound is a fusion of spectacular natural features with amazing visual cues around every corner.

Lake Wanaka

Located in the stunning alps of the South Island in New Zealand, visitors from around the world are drawn to the Wanaka region by its outstanding natural beauty. Wanaka’s lakes and mountains and proximity to Mt Aspiring National Park, makes it the ultimate base for outdoor activities.

Otago Central Rail Trail

It's the most popular cycling trail in New Zealand.

Here you'll find everything you need to plan a unique central Otago Rail Trail Experience.

Mount Aspiring National Park

Stretch your legs and feed your soul in this beautiful wilderness of native forests, towering mountains and long river valleys.

The Best Season for walks : November and March

Routeburn Track

With soaring mountain peaks, huge valleys, waterfalls and jewel-like lakes, this track links the Mount Aspiring National Park with Fiordland National Park.

Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo is part of a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve, making it the perfect spot for stargazing.It is a small town located at the southern end of the lake of the same name in the inland South Island of New Zealand.

Fiordland National Park New Zealand

One of the most dramatic and beautiful parts of New Zealand; the power of Fiordland's scenery never fails to enthral travellers.

Key Tips

From late October until the end of April, bookings are essential to guarantee hut accommodation on the Great Walks.

Cold temperatures, snow, strong winds and heavy rain can occur at any time of the year. Be prepared.

Insect repellent is an essential item in Fiordland National Park - the sandflies are legendary.

If you're not an experienced outdoors person, it is recommended you book a guided walk.

You can hunt and fish in the park, but permits are required.

Doubtful Sound New Zealand

Doubtful Sound / Patea is a very large and naturally imposing fiord in Fiordland, in the far south west of New Zealand.

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

The Toitū Otago Settlers Museum is a regional history museum in Dunedin, New Zealand.

Re: start Mall

Re:START Container Mall, Christchurch’s iconic, much-loved shopping destination in the heart of the city.

Address: 78/92 Cashel St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand.

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Experience native New Zealand with New Zealand's Big 5 wildlife - the kiwi, kaka, tuatara. kea and takahe. Kiwi viewing guaranteed. Wander the reserve, feed the animals, take a guided kiwi tour and enjoy a Maori Cultural Experience.

Chrischurch Botanice Garden

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens are open every day from 7am and admission is free. The Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre, open daily from 8.30am - 5pm, houses a gift shop with an array of locally sourced products, many with a botanical theme, as well as a café and a permanent interactive exhibition.

Tasman Glacier

Lying long and deep in the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park is the incredible Tasman Glacier, a terminal ice structure that is the biggest of its kind in New Zealand.

Mount Cook National Park

Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park is an exceptionally beautiful place to visit. You don’t have to be a mountaineer to interact with the stunning scenery; there are various alpine walks beginning near the village, all about three hours return.

Mount Cook

Aoraki Mount Cook is New Zealand's highest mountain, with a height of 3,754 metres.

Fox Glacier

Take a breathtaking guided glacier walk onto the world famous Fox Glacier.

Franz Josef Glacier

There's a range of natural attractions in close proximity to Franz Josef Glacier Village. Lose yourself in the rainforests, waterfalls, and lakes.

Abel Tasman National Park

Abel Tasman National Park is New Zealand's smallest national park- but it's perfectly formed for relaxation and adventure.

Museum of Te Papa Tongarewa

Te Papa is New Zealand's innovative and interactive national museum. Explore the great treasures and stories of this country.

Te Mata Peak

The nature trails on Te Mata Peak are great for hikers and mountain bikers.

Tongarino National Park

It boasts great views of all three mountains and volcanoes, Mt. Tongariro, Mt. Ngauruhoe and Mt. Ruapehu.

Turoa

Turoa is a large skifield on the south western side of Mount Ruapehu. Enjoy your free tobogganing area, great coffee in our cafes and sightseeing chairlift rides for elevated views from the highest mountain in the North Island.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is heralded as the best one-day trek available in New Zealand, while others say it's among the top ten single-day treks in the world.

Lake Taupo

Taupo is a great lake for water-skiing, sailing and kayaking. Lake Taupo is centrally located in the middle of the North Island.

Huka Falls

The Huka Falls are the largest falls on the Waikato River, near Taupo on New Zealand's North Island.

Waiotapu

Explore spectacular nature at New Zealand’s most colourful volcanic area. Enjoy viewing unique volcanic features as you walk at your own pace along well defined tracks.

Mount Taranaki

From world-class surf breaks to a perfectly formed volcanic peak, Taranaki offers countless opportunities for adventure.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

The Waitomo Glowworm Caves attraction is a cave at Waitomo on the North Island of New Zealand.

Rotorua

Rotorua is known for bubbling mud pools, shooting geysers and natural hot springs, as well as showcasing our fascinating Maori culture.

Hobbiton Movie Set

With a visit to Hobbiton™ Movie Set, where, in the heart of New Zealand, you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire™, as featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.

Hamilton Gardens

Entry to the Gardens is free and the enclosed gardens are open from 7:30am every day.

Hot Water Beach

Near the rocks at the southern end of the beach you can dig your own spa pool in the sand. Hot Water Beach has good beach breaks in moderate easterly swells, however the presence of strong undertows means this beach is often dangerous for swimming.

Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island is the ultimate island retreat. You’ll feel another world away, and yet Waiheke is just a 35-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland.

Sky Tower Auckland

The Sky Tower stands 328 meters tall as an icon of Auckland’s sky line for almost 20 years. It’s an exciting hub of adrenaline activities, superb dining and breathtaking views.

Auckland War Memorial

Auckland War Memorial Museum is New Zealand's first museum. This Museum tells the story of New Zealand, its place in the Pacific and its people.

Kelly Tarlton's Sea Life Aquarium

Kelly Tarlton’s SEA LIFE Aquarium is one of Auckland's Top Visitor Attractions! Offering a unique Southern Oceans experience with 30 exhibits, more than 80 different species and 8 new themed zones.

Bay of Island