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 New Zealand is a country of rare seismic beauty: glacial mountains, fast-flowing rivers, deep, clear lakes, hissing geysers and boiling mud. There are also abundant native forests, long, deserted beaches and a variety of fauna, such as the kiwi, endemic to its shores.Any number of vigorous outdoor activities - tramping (hiking), skiing, rafting and, of course, that perennial favorite, bungy jumping - await the adventurous. You can swim with dolphins, gambol with newborn lambs, whale-watch or fish for fattened trout in pristine streams and rivers.
When?
New Zealand’s summer is a good time to visit the country. Those looking to avoid the usual tourist crowd should refrain from travelling to New Zealand during their peak summer months, from mid-December to mid-January.
How to Reach?
In the age of jet travel, New Zealand is easy to get to. The main international airports, in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, are served by many of the world's major airlines. Flight times direct to Auckland are 3.5 hours from Sydney.
Visa
Only for Americans, Canadians, South Africans, Australians, and the Irish, all other nationals require a valid passport and visa.
Currency
Currency of New Zealand is New Zealand Dollar. One New Zealand Dollar consists of INR 32/-. Travelers Cheques and foreign currency can be exchanged at various commercial banks and hotels.
Things To Do in
New Zealand
Auckland
Imagine an urban environment where everyone lives within half an hour of beautiful beaches, hiking trails and a dozen enchanted holiday islands. Add a sunny climate, background rhythm of Polynesian culture and a passion for outstanding food, wine and shopping. You are beginning to get the picture of Auckland.
City of the edge of the ocean
Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city. Half urban and half marine its cosmopolitan experienced wrapped in a fascinating water world that’s dotted with more than 50 islands.
Thirty minutes to anywhere
In just half an hour you can be almost anywhere – sailing to the island, trekking to the rainforest, picnicking on the volcano, sampling wine at the vineyards and wandering wild, black sand surf beach.
Multicultural Flavor
A diverse range of cultures add flavors and interest to the city’s style of life. As a result Auckland has perfected a style of cuisine called *Pacific Rim* which blends Asian and pacific flavors.
Christchurch
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
The highest point of the region is the highest point of New Zealand. The spectacular Aoraki Mount Cook stands as 3754mtr. Aoraki Mount Cook National Park , this park is a land of ice and rock. Glaciers cover 40% of its area and there are 19 peak over 3,000 meters, including mountain Aoraki Mount Cook.
Alpine Pacific Triangle Touring Route
The Alpine Pacific Triangle takes you to the gourmet area of Waipara, spa delights of Hanmer Springs and marine mammals of kaikoura. You can enjoy beautiful scenery.
Akaroa and Banks Peninsula
Banks Peninsula and Akarora Harbour were formed by volcanic eruptions, many thousands of years ago. Originally a French settlement, the historic town of Akaroa is a place to enjoy fine cuisine and wildlife cruises.
Wellington
Wellington is New Zealand’s capital city, and it’s also known as our arts and culture. A special blend of heritage buildings, museums and galleries, fine food and live entertainment opportunities make this city a great place to visit in any season.
Between Harbour and hills
Wellington’s geography has created a compact city. The central city, only 2k.m. wide , is nestled between the harbor and the hills. Wild, untouched landscapes can be found within minutes of your city hotel.
The Home of Heritage
Wellington is home to many of New Zealand’s most significant heritage attractions. Among these are the national museum Te Papa. Parliament and the National Archives, which displays the original Treaty of Waitangi.
A city with four flavors
Downtown Wellington is divided into four distinct quarters, making it easy for visitors to experience the different personalities of the city. The fashions, flavors and faces change with every quarter.
Queenstown
The first people to discover Queenstown’s rare beauty were Maori pounamu hunters. Then came the gold miners, in search of another kind of treasure. Today Queenstown is treasured for its magnificent scenery, adventure, opportunities and luxury lifestyle.
A Treasured Land
Queenstown has always attracted people on a quest. First came the Maori, seeking pounamu.Gold prospectors followed and today, the quest for high adventure and sublime relaxation attracts people to Queenstown.
Adrenalin buzz
Queenstown’s wildly exciting environment is irresistible to adventure seekers. In the `Adventure Capital of the World’ you will find adrenalin-stirring, sanity-reducing exploits of the most extreme kind.
Larger-than-life-scenery
From crystal Lake Wakatipu across to The Remarkable mountain range, Queenstown’s environment is majestic, awe inspiring and almost unbelievable. Catch the gondola up Bob’s Peak to discover this view.
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