17 Stunning Spots In New Zealand You’ll Want To Visit

Starting the roadtrip, and enjoy this beatiful country~

1. Lake Tekapo, Mckenzie Country

The modern jet boat was first created near Lake Tekapo, but we reckon the sunset over the lake is even better.

2. Laka Wakatipu, Otago

The mountains on the edge of the lake are called The Remarkables for a reason.

3. Mangawhai Heads, Northland

Not only is it beautiful, but Mangawhai also has a weekly market where local artists, food producers, and crafters sell their goods.

4. Castlepoint, Wairarapa

Part of the lower North Island, Castlepoint is known for its incredible scenery, and the seals under the lighthouse.

5. Sterling Falls, Southland

This waterfall is 151 metres high, and more beautiful the closer you get.

6. Waitakere Ranges, Auckland

The Waitakere Ranges are probably the most beautiful part of the greater Auckland region.

7. Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson/Tasman

This park is known for its golden beaches and incredible walking trails.

8. Karangahake Gorge, Bay of Plenty

Walkways through the gorge give great access to remains of the mining era and old railways.

9. Wanaka, Otago

Nestled in the base of the Southern Alps, this small town has a gorgeous lake and views aplenty.

10. Lake Pukaki, Canterbury

This lake was used for the setting of Lake-Town in The Hobbit Trilogy.

11. The Catlins, Otago

The Catlins is known for amazing widlife and rugged coastlines.

12. Cathedral Cove, Coromandel

Cathedral Cove is known for its incredibly unique rock formations and caves, which are ever-changing.

13. Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Rotorua

The valley is a hydrothermal system created in the late 1800s. Frying Pan lake (pictured above) is the largest hot spring in the world.

14. Milford Sound, Southland

Milford Sound is found within Fiordland National Park and is full of endless adventures, and beautiful blue ocean.

15. Port Jackson, Coromandel

Port Jackson is at the northernmost tip of the Coromandel Peninsula.

16. Maraetai, Auckland

Maraetai means “meeting place by the sea”.

17. Moeraki Boulders, Otago

These boulders are estimated to have formed over 60 million years ago, and are famous around the world for their spherical shape.