Doubtful Sound, Fiordland – Immerse yourself in the vast and untouched wilderness of Doubtful Sound, the second largest fjord in Fiordland National Park. Explore the spectacular scenery in a variety of ways such as tours, overnight scenic cruises, horse treks, kayaking and rafting. With its rugged peaks, verdant rainforest and twisting, hidden inlets, Doubtful Sound will take your breath away.
Whale Watch Kaikoura, Christchurch and Canterbury – Kaikoura is a small seaside town on the east coast of the South Island, and is one of the New Zealand’s leading nature tourism destinations. Whale Watch Kaikoura is dedicated to providing a quality whale watching experience while respecting and carefully managing the use of a rare natural resource. Whale Watch is a local community trust that belongs to the Māori people of Kaikoura, who operate in partnership with their affiliated tribal people – the Ngai Tahu.
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, Christchurch and Canterbury – Mount Cook, the tallest mountain in New Zealand, helped Sir Edmund Hillary to develop his climbing skills in preparation for the conquest of Everest. Aoraki Mount Cook National Park is home of the highest mountains and the longest glaciers. It is alpine in the purest sense – with skyscraping peaks, glaciers and permanent snow fields, all set under a star-studded sky. Visitors can discover the lower reaches of New Zealand’s highest mountain – on an easy 10km or 3-hour return walk on the Hooker Valley track. Highlights include the Tasman Glacier Lake filled with picturesque icebergs, the glacier terminal, three swing bridges and, on a clear day, amazing views of Aoraki/Mount Cook/ They can also zip across the surface of the lake in custom-made boats.