New Zealand's spectacularly beautiful landscape includes vast mountain chains, steaming volcanoes, sweeping coastlines, deeply indented fiords and lush rainforests.
Comparable in size and/or shape to Great Britain, Colorado or Japan, New Zealand has a population of only 4 million - making it one of the world's least crowded countries. It is a haven for those seeking peace, rejuvenation and relaxation as well as a playground for thrill seekers and adventurers. A temperate climate with relatively small seasonal variation makes it an ideal year-round holiday destination.
New Zealand is situated in the South Pacific ocean about 2000 km (1250 miles) southeast of Australia across the Tasman Sea.
- New Zealand comprises two large islands (North and South Islands) and a number of smaller islands
- The capital is Wellington and largest city is Auckland with just over 1 million residents
- New Zealand is 21 hours ahead of the US (Pacific Time) and 12 hours ahead of the UK
- Average summer temperature is 75°F / 24°C (December to March)
- Average spring/autumn temperature is 65°F / 18°C (October to November / April to May)
- Goods and services tax (GST) is 12.5% and is included in all our prices
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Dunedin was founded on the picks, harpoons and hard toil of gold miners, whalers and early Scottish settlers over 150 years ago. The… (more)
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New Zealand’s most famous attraction, Milford Sound with its views of the distinctive Mitre Peak, is the most visited fiord in the country… (more)
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The attractive town of Te Anau lies nestled on the edge of this beautiful lake, with a spectacular backdrop of Mt Luxmore and the Murchison… (more)
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The West Coast is better described as the Wild West Coast where you'll find the ancient Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier nestled amidst… (more)