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Tohu Whenua: Kawarau Suspension Bridge
Kawarau Suspension Bridge near Queenstown is best known as the birthplace of A.J. Hackett’s bungy tourism venture.
Kawarau Suspension Bridge. © Queenstown Tourism
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Tohu Whenua: Kawarau Suspension Bridge
Kawarau Suspension Bridge near Queenstown is best known as the birthplace of A.J. Hackett’s bungy tourism venture. However the 141-year-old bridge was actually famous long before thrill-seekers began throwing themselves off of it. Read the story . . .
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Boredom Busters: 9 fun family outings around New Zealand
Looking for school holiday activities the whole family can enjoy? We've picked nine great days out around New Zealand for the young and young at heart. Read the story . . .
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We Love You New Zealand Magazine
New Zealand is brimming with lesser-known sweet spots. We’ve filled 113 pages with hundreds of ideas of things to see and do around the country in our online travel magazine. Read the story . . .
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Must-Do's: Walking Travel Guide
Whether you’re hiking to a mountain summit or strolling through an urban landscape, there are walking options around New Zealand to suit everyone. Read the story . . .
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Must-Do's: Cycling Travel Guide
There are 22 Great Rides on Ngā Haerenga The New Zealand Cycle Trail, covering over 2,600 kilometres of the country. Check out our comprehensive overview of all the best cycle trails available in New Zealand. Read the story . . .
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Must-Do's: Lower South Island Travel Guide
From the Southern Lakes and Fiordland, to Otago, Clutha and Southland, our latest Must-Do's guide provides all the details you'll need to find accommodation, activities and attractions on your next road trip. Read the story . . .
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Must Do's: South Island Road Trips Travel Guide
Start planning your next road trip with great attractions, accommodation and things to see and do in the South Island with our 2021 Must-Do's travel guide. Read the story . . .
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Nine quirky Kiwi Gems you've never heard of around New Zealand
Discover something new with these nine quirky Kiwi Gems around New Zealand. Read the story . . .
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Which six Kiwi Gems can you discover on the Southern Scenic road trip?
Have you heard of these six Kiwi Gems that you can find on the Southern Scenic Route road trip between Queenstown and Dunedin? Read the story . . .
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Eight free Kiwi Gems to discover on your next South Island road trip
Travel can be expensive. But we've picked eight Kiwi Gems around the South Island that you can discover on your next road trip – for free! Read the story . . .
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Float above Queenstown in a hot air balloon
With Sunrise Balloons, you can experience hot air ballooning while drinking in bird’s eye views over some of New Zealand’s most dramatic landscapes. Read the story . . .
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Take an off-road adventure to an abandoned gold-mining town
On a rugged 4WD safari tour you can explore the heritage of Macetown, a unique historical site near Queenstown, rich with gold-mining relics. Read the story . . .
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Loop around Queenstown's Moke Lake
On the outskirts of Queenstown you’ll find Moke Lake – a serene and scenic spot surrounded by mountains. Read the story . . .
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Find serenity at Bob's Cove
Unlike the ubiquitous mountain vistas on many of the walks around Queenstown, Bob’s Cove is a short, family-friendly stroll that explores the lower terrain around Lake Wakatipu. Read the story . . .
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Arrowtown Chinese Settlement: multi-cultural heritage
Arrowtown is so rich in multi-cultural history, it has been named Tohu Whenua – a site that is of special significance to New Zealand because of its links to the past and the unique stories that can be discovered here. Read the story . . .
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Five picks for a weekend in Queenstown
In winter it’s all about the snow but this beautiful town, nestled between mountain ranges on the edge of a stunning lake, buzzes with energy all year. Read the story . . .
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