Here are our Top 29 Locations & Top 29 Must Do’s:
Paihia
Discover Cape Reinga and 90 Mile Beach 
A visit to New Zealand is not complete without a journey to the top of the North Island - Cape Reinga. Uncover the wild beauty of this vast and untouched region that is rich in Maori culture and tradition. This journey will take you to Cape Reinga, where according to Maori legend, spirits depart on their journey to the homeland. On your way, visit the ancient Puketi Kauri Forest, with a 20 minute boardwalk past 1,000 year old Kauri trees and native bush. On arrival at Cape Reinga, stand on the northern most tip of New Zealand and watch the Pacific Ocean collide with the Tasman Sea. Then take the opportunity to try sandboarding down the massive sand dunes on boogie boards at Te Paki Stream. Your journey along the vast and empty Ninety Mile Beach will provide striking contrasts to the busy and populated East Coast. Feel the sand between your toes as you help your driver guide dig for shellfish (conditions permitting) on Ninety Mile Beach.
Opononi
Walking Tracks
Waiotemarama Track is a popular walk which starts 8km southeast of Opononi and leads through the beautiful native bush past a waterfall and small swimming hole. Another lovely walk is the half-hour climb up Mount Whiria, an old pa site which enjoys wonderful views of the harbour. The longer Hokianga-Waipoua Coastal Track (50km, 16hrs) is popular with more ambitious walkers and leads from Hokianga's South Head to the Kai Iwi Lakes.
Whitianga
Cooks, Hahei & Hot Water beaches
A minibus at Ferry Landing provides transport to a string of fine, sandy beaches, including Hot Water Beach where, at low tide, visitors can dig a hole and relax in hot spring water. At Hahei, there is access to Cathedral Cove and the marine reserve from the lookout.
Auckland
Sky Tower
A truly captivating experience awaits visitors to Auckland's Sky Tower. At 328 metres, it is the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand and offers breathtaking views for up to 80 kilometres in every direction. Travel up in the glass-fronted lifts to one of the three spectacular viewing platforms, or for more thrills and excitement, SkyWalk round the pergola at 192 metres up or SkyJump off the Tower! Relax with a coffee and light refreshments at SkyLounge enjoy a seafood feast at The Observatory Restaurant or dine at Orbit - Auckland's only 360-degree revolving restaurant.
Hamilton
Hamilton Gardens
Whether you want to stop in for an hour or a day, there is something for everyone at Hamilton Gardens. Explore the stunning Paradise Garden Collection, visit Te Parapara - New Zealand's first traditional Maori garden, picnic with the family or catch one of the many exciting events. Hamilton Gardens in New Zealand is not a traditional botanic garden with conventional plant collections. Some of the more popular features are: a Chinese Scholar's Garden, Indian Char Bagh Garden, Japanese Garden of Contemplation, Italian Renaissance Garden, English Flower Garden, a Modernist Garden, Victorian Flower Garden, Herb Garden, large Kitchen Garden and the Roger's Rose Garden.
Tauranga
Visit Mt Maunganui
Mount Maunganui’s main street is the main shopping area and is commonly known as ‘Downtown the Mount’ which is located just around the corner from the Port of Tauranga where around 50 cruise ships dock each summer. Here you will discover nearly 200 shops. From beautiful boutique shops to surf wear, from exquisite souvenirs and gifts to art galleries and every day shopping. There are nearly 50 cafés, food outlets and award winning restaurants.
Magnificent Phoenix palm trees provide a relaxed subtropical atmosphere for outdoor dining and relaxed easy shopping. Lots of free parking, and with the Farmers Market in the car park each Sunday morning there is something for everyone. Downtown the Mount is situated near the foot of Mount Maunganui (Mauao). The land area of “The Mount” is a narrow peninsula that separates the sheltered waters of Tauranga Harbour and the pristine white sand beaches and the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. The majestic Mauao provides easy free walking tracks around the base which any age or fitness level can enjoy.
Rotorua
Waimangu Volcanic Valley 
Enjoy outdoor activity combined with unique ecology, botany and stunning geothermal features. Experience Frying Pan Lake, the world's largest hot water spring; Inferno Crater with its mysterious geyser action; and Cathedral Rocks which vent billowing clouds of steam and more. This beautiful valley is huge. Walk through green native forests, walk pass bubbling hot stream and mud pools, and look down into geothermal craters. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is a destination suitable for all ages and fitness levels, with a choice of easy walks, advanced hikes and a boat cruise.
Mt Ruapehu
Mt Ruapehu
Mount Ruapehu lies at the heart of the vast Tongariro National Park, a Dual World Heritage Area listed for its unique cultural values and scenery. Mt Ruapehu, home to three ski areas; the commercial areas of Turoa and Whakapapa and the club field of Tukino on the eastern flanks of the mountain. Turoa and Whakapapa are New Zealand’s largest ski areas with the highest lift access in New Zealand and the longest vertical descent in Australasia. Skiing, snowboard and tobogganing on the slopes is great fun and exhilarating. There are facilities and slopes to cater for all snow enthusiasts, from self contained learners’ areas to off-piste terrain for experienced skiers and riders. The ski season really gets going from June and continues through until mid-November.
Napier
Cycle Winery Tours and Sightseeing
Enjoy freewheeling around Hawkes Bay on a great range of comfort bikes or tandems and make the most of the fantastic climate! Catering for individuals, couples, families and small groups. Great for team building, hen's parties, social clubs or conferences.
Visit the oldest vineyard in New Zealand on the Mission Tour and enjoy the sights of the Napier countryside along the way.
There are a number of Tour routes available, catering for all levels of fitness. Enjoy our Family Friendly tour with flat terrain, visiting Church Road Winery, Mission Estate, Silky Oak Chocolate Factory, The Filter Room, and Brookfields Winery.
New Plymouth
Canoe & Kayak Taranaki
Enjoy the thrill of close-up views of a seal colony in the beautiful Sugar Loaf islands Marine reserve. Watch the seals swimming under your kayak and popping their heads up to say hello, or simply lying peacefully on the rocks beside you. Or, discover the thrill of paddling your own kayak down some grade two rapids on the scenic Waitara River. This trip is very safe and an ideal introduction to the thrill of white water kayaking. The beautiful Mokau River can be turned into an overnight trip, exploring some of New Zealand’s fascinating pioneering history.
Wellington
Museum of New Zealand - Te Papa
Te Papa is New Zealand's bold and innovative national museum and a recognised world leader in interactive and visitor-focused museum experiences. Entry is free, though charges apply to some short-term exhibitions and activities. New Zealand's geology and natural environment and the stories of New Zealand's indigenous people, the Māori, are celebrated in Te Papa's permanent exhibitions, while Te Papa's Marae is a vibrant contemporary meeting house and a living communal centre, unique in a museum.
An exciting range of exhibitions display New Zealand's diverse art and visual culture and top-rating international exhibitions tour regularly. Te Papa's event programme features free events and entertainment, performances, floortalks, lectures and more. And don't forget to check the largest ever Colossal Squid to be defrosted and dissected.
Picton
Nature & Wildlife Tour - Dolphin Swimming & Viewing 
Dolphin tours provide a wonderful opportunity to swim and view dolphins in calm and sheltered waters. You can expect to encounter Bottlenose, Dusky and rare Hector's dolphins. Visit New Zealand fur seals and spot a variety of seabirds like Blue Penguins, Gannets and Shags on the water. The knowledgeable skipper and guide will provide you with an informed and interesting commentary on the wildlife encountered along with local history of the Marlborough Sounds.
Blenheim
Wineries
Blenheim's big attraction is its wineries, and no visit is complete without a trip to the vineyards — either to sample or buy, or to dine at one of the vineyard restaurants. The Blenheim region is famous for its chardonnays, rieslings and floral sauvignon blancs. Tour possibilities range from a self-guided drive to a coach and horse ride around the region's many vineyards and art studios.
Nelson
The Abel Tasman National Park
The Abel Tasman National Park is New Zealand's only coastal national park – and its golden sandy beaches and clear turquoise water make it one of the most popular. The sheltered bays are popular for cruising, sailing and sea kayaking. On land, the Abel Tasman Coast Track follows the coastline through lush native bush, over limestone cliffs and along golden sandy beaches. This is one of the Department of Conservation's "Great Walks". The 53km track can be walked in its entirety over three to five days. Smaller sections of the track can be easily accessed by the network of water taxis operating from Kaiteriteri and Marahau in the southern end of the park, and Totaranui at the northern end. The Tonga Island Marine Reserve prevents fishing within a designated zone within the park. It is here the Tonga Island NZ fur seals delight visitors as they frolic and glide sleekly through the clear water.
St Arnaud
Nelson Lakes
Gateway to Nelson Lakes National Park, St Arnaud lies on the shores of the glacier-carved Lake Rotoiti. Take a leisurely day walk through native honeydew beech forests, fish or kayak or just enjoy the natural majesty and alpine surrounds of St Arnaud. Nelson Lakes National Park covers 102,000 hectares of the Southern Alps and is also home to a wide range of beautiful New Zealand birds.
Punakaiki
Pancake Rocks 
These limestone rocks have been eroded by the elements to resemble stacks of giant pancakes. At high tide, the sea rushes into vast underground caverns beneath the rocks, creating spectacular blowholes. A 15 minute loop walks encircles the rocks. High tide is the best time to witness the blowholes in action
Greymouth
Shantytown
Discover fascinating stories of real New Zealanders and experience a recreated gold-rush village just 10kms from Greymouth. West Coast isolation, extreme weather and rugged terrain produced stories of fortitude and ingenuity. Shantytown tells these pioneering stories through a fascinating mix of experience and displays.
Ride the Steam Train through native rainforest, experience the sights and sounds of a working sawmill, watch the sluice gun blast gold bearing rock and soil from the earth, then follow the races to the gold claim and pan for your own gold a strike is guaranteed! The village, with 30 shops and buildings to explore shows life the way it used to be.
Hokitika
Jade Factory
Hokitika is home to New Zealand’s finest pounamu (Jade). View world renowned carvers at work, purchase a true NZ Maori treasure (taonga), or design and carve jade yourself, guided by a professional tutor.
One of NZ’s largest selections of quality, affordable pounamu/jade carvings & sculptures on display at the Jade Factorys retail gallery. For the full jade experience you can watch & interact with the skilled team of master carvers in the adjacent studio.
Fox Glacier
Guided Walk & Helihike
Enjoy a breath-taking guided glacier walk onto the world famous Fox Glacier. Your guide will remain with you for the entire trip entertaining and educating you about the fascinating Fox Glacier, part of the Westland National Park, a World Heritage Area. Or take it up a notch and choose the fly-in, fly-out helihike which combines the excitement of walking on the Fox Glacier with the thrill of helicopter flights. By flying in you are able to access and explore a part of the glacier where its forces work hardest and often create spectacular ice caves and arches.
Kaikoura
Whale Watch
Whale Watch is New Zealand's only marine-based whale watching company offering visitors exciting close encounters with Giant Sperm Whales at all times of the year. Every Whale Watch tour is a unique experience and the sightings vary. Giant Sperm Whales are the stars of the show and year-round residents. A typical Whale Watch tour may encounter New Zealand Fur Seals, pods of Dusky Dolphins and the endangered Wandering Albatross. Depending on the season you may also see migrating Humpback Whales, Pilot Whales, Blue Whales and Southern Right Whales. Designed especially for whale watching, our modern catamarans are equipped with engines that minimise underwater noise and toilets that never pollute the sea. The main passenger cabin is enclosed and outside decks offer great viewing and photo opportunities. Spacious air-conditioned interiors are fitted with comfortable seating while large plasma screens display our award-winning marine wildlife animations.
Christchurch
International Antarctic Centre
The Antarctic Attraction at the International Antarctic Centre, located next to Christchurch International Airport allows you to experience Antarctica in a fun, exciting all weather environment. Experience real Antarctic conditions with Audiovisual and Touch Screen technology and feel 'genuine' Antarctic wind chill or slide down a snow slope in the Snow & Ice Experience. The New Zealand Penguin Encounter is New Zealand's first combined indoor/outdoor penguin viewing area with capacity to hold up to 26 rescued Little Blue penguins in a Banks Peninsula natural themed environment that can be accessed on two levels. While you're enjoying the attraction, take the chance to enjoy the great Antarctic Haggland Ride.
The International Antarctic Centre, twice winner of the prestigious NZ Tourism Awards for Best Attraction also offers exclusive Antarctic Product in the Antarctic Shop and delicious meals in the Cafe and Bar.
Ashburton
Hot Air Ballooning
Experience the sheer magic of hot air ballooning over the Canterbury plains. Flights operate all year round, weather dependant. Day-break is the best time to fly, with conditions clear, cool, calm and stable; perfect for a gentle drift out over the patchwork plains towards the snow-capped Southern Alps so unique to Canterbury. On a fine day, expect to see a full 300km panorama with views of Mt Cook and the national park mountains and the Rakaia.
Twizel
Lord of the Rings Tour
Discover the Lord of the Rings Tour in Twizel, the film location of Gondor, from Tolkein's Lord of the Rings. What does the Lord of the Rings Tour involve? Have you ever wondered what goes into the making of a movie? How do you find locations, create mythological creatures, film complex stunts and what is it like to be on set? The Lord Of The Rings film crew were in Twizel for several weeks filming many scenes from the Return of the King and Twizel had the largest cast and crew on location with 1500 people involved. The film location is on private land and is not accessible to the public.
Omarama
The Wrinkly Rams
Enjoy the big screen experience and watch a high country sheep muster where the sheep are brought down from the local mountains for shearing. See how some of the best fine wool in the world finds its way to the fashion houses. See a live sheep shearing demonstration using traditional blade and machine shearing methods. A working dog will be in action along with the chance to meet friendly pet sheep for feeding and photography. The cafe has great food, great views, grassy outdoor dining area and a playground for kids to enjoy. The retail shop stocks great woollen products, gifts, jewellery, books, arts & crafts and much more.
Wanaka
Wanaka River Journeys
Wanaka River Journeys is a half day wilderness jet boating adventure beneath spectacular views of Mount Aspiring and her Glaciers. Feel the wind in your hair on board our purpose built jet boats as you wind your way past towering mountains, waterfalls and Lord of The Rings film locations on a jet boating sensation like no-other! Like rally cars on water our jet boats use sliding turns and speeds of up to 80kmph to navigate this shallow and braided river system. This is a jet boating sensation like no other with the only jet boat company to see Mount Aspiring and her Glaciers. A highlight is the remote guided walk into an ancient beech forest, a great opportunity to experience real New Zealand wilderness. More than just a jet boat ride, this is a journey into the cultural heritage of our people and our land.
Queenstown
Bungy & Jet Boat Combo 
Queenstown doesn't earn its title of Adventure Capital of the World for nothing. Here, you can bungy jump, ski or snowboard, paraglide, jet boat, white water raft, skydive, hang glide, jetski, and drive quadbikes to your heart's content! For those looking for adventure plus! Combine a bungy jump with one of the many adrenalin options on offer in Queenstown. Choose from the Kawarau Bridge Bungy at 43m through to the ultimate Nevis Bungy (134M). Include a skydive, whitewater rafting, helicopter , Nevis Arc Swing (160m) or jetboat to make your combo complete.
Te Anau
Discover Milford Sound
Enjoy the natural beauty of Milford Sound - mountainous peaks, cascading waterfalls, ancient alpine forests and deep waters. Take a scenic cruise of this majestic sound beneath the famous Mitre Peak.
Depart Te Anau, the "Gateway to Fiordland" and enter the Fiordland National Park, to be mesmerized by the grandeur of this region. As you pass through the Eglington Valley, you will see ancient alpine beech forest, stunning waterfalls and the famous Mirror Lakes where the coach pauses for photo opportunities. From here the tour progresses through the Upper Hollyford Valley, past the stunning Christie Falls and enters the 1.2 kilometre (0.75 miles) long Homer Tunnel, drilled through the solid rock of a mountain. As you exit the Homer Tunnel, prepare yourself for the breathtaking impact of the Cleddau Valley and the descent into Milford Sound.
At Milford Sound, take a spectacular Milford Sound Red Boat cruise on the sound, where you will see the wonders of Mitre Peak, glacier scarred rock walls that rise 1200 metres (3937 feet) vertically from the sea, and waterfalls that tumble from hanging valleys and crash into the sound far below. After your cruise, re-board your coach for the return journey to Te Anau.
Dunedin
Larnach Castle & Garden
With its exciting, sometimes scandalous and tragic history, magnificent carved ceilings, New Zealand antiques and breathtaking views, Larnach Castle offers you a vision of the past and present. Why visit? - Unique architecture, fascinating history of William Larnach, ghostly presence, magnificent carved ceilings carved by the best European craftsmen, breathtaking views from the tower, 360° views of Dunedin, Otago Peninsula, Harbour & Pacific Ocean, Antiques, a superb collection of New Zealand antiques, including a unique nine piece totara knot suite. Today, the Castle is the home of the Barker family, who have spent over forty years lovingly restoring the building and recreating the beauty of the 14 hectares of gardens and grounds.
Invercargill
Queens Park
The pride of Invercargill is Queens Park, a beautiful park in the centre of the city sprawling across 80 hectares. Highlights include a beautiful and varied rose garden, a rhododendron dell, an azalea garden, Japanese garden, dramatic tree lined walkways, bush paths through a selection of native plants and rock and herb gardens. An indoor Winter Garden features tropical and flowering plants and cacti are displayed in an adjoining house. Queens Park also has an impressive bird aviary, animal enclosures, children’s play areas, extensive sporting facilities and cafes.
At the southern entrance you will find the Southland Museum & Art Gallery. The Southland Museum and Art Gallery, Niho O Te Taniwha, is the major cultural organisation for the Southland region. The museum is situated in the largest pyramid in the Southern Hemisphere (27m high) in Queens Park. Of these visitors, many are drawn to the live displays of tuatara, Roaring 40's Gallery and the Museum and Art Gallery exhibitions. The museum hosts a regular programme of national and international touring exhibitions. The museum also features Artworks Cafe, shop, public access internet and hosts the i-SITE Visitor Information Centre.
