The Redwoods: 5,500 hectares of glorious trees 25 February 2026 Breathe in the fresh woody air of Whakarewarewa Forest as you explore the biking, walking or horse-riding trails or traverse the canopy of these mighty Californian coastal redwood trees.
Go fishing at Huka Prawn Park 25 February 2026 On the banks of the Waikato River, just north of Lake Taupō, you’ll find the unique attraction of Huka Prawn Park.
Ōkārito Lagoon: wonderful wetland wilderness 25 February 2026 Explore the lagoon and river channels by kayak and journey through this divine wetland wilderness into the heart of the rainforest.
Southern Scenic Route: a different way of life 25 February 2026 The Southern Scenic Route is a drive of unparalleled beauty and an almost contradictory mix of dense woodlands and wild, open southern coast.
Len Lye Centre: a remarkable building for a remarkable artist 25 February 2026 Celebrate Modernist filmmaker, sculptor, painter and poet Len Lye in this striking single-artist gallery in New Plymouth's art and cultural precinct.
Discover the history of combat aircraft at Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre 25 February 2026 Originally established by a small group of passionate aviation enthusiasts, Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre in Blenheim has grown to become a site of national significance.
Otago Central Rail Trail: journey into an ever-changing heartland 25 February 2026 The Otago Central Rail Trail is 150km from Middlemarch to Clyde and takes in just about everything that’s stunning about Central Otago.
Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw 25 February 2026 Cruise Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown aboard the elegant ‘Lady of the Lake’, the last remaining coal-fired steamship operating in the southern hemisphere.
Take a walk and a dip at Whangārei Falls 25 February 2026 Just ten minutes from Whangārei City, Otuihau Whangārei Falls is both easily accessible and classically beautiful.
Visit the islands of the Hauraki Gulf 25 February 2026 In the Hauraki Gulf there are an abundance of intriguing, easily accessible islands to explore, right on Auckland City’s doorstep.