Outdoors, what to do Archives

Greymouth, an inland day trip to Kumara, Lake Brunner, Moana township and Jacks Mill

Route map: Greymouth, Kumara, Carew Creek Waterfalls, Inchbonni’s Lake Brunner Hotel, Moana (Lake Brunner), Jacks ...

Glacier Country, West Coast’s Gillespies Beach

There are interpretation panels and historic photographs of the period when the area was bustling with miners ...

Take a trip to the ice age, unmissable things to do in Glacier Country

Glaciers at our doorstep, for now. The ice is melting, the story of the retreat of glaciers makes headlines as a ...

Eight Umissable Walks In Glacier Country

There are over 30 walking tracks from short scenic tracks to multiple day backcountry tramps. From glacier faces, ...

Lake Brunner what to see and do

Lake Brunner is a local secret. Deep inky waters are home to wild brown trout. The largest lake on the West Coast ...

Denniston Plateau, Westport what to see and do

Denniston was the coal king from 1880 - 1967 with high grade coking coke fueling the British Navy and steel ...

Chase the water, waterfalls where ordinary becomes extraordinary

Waterfalls and dazzling displays of light filled spray. Nature’s show and tell performance is never boring for kids ...

Spring flowers, blooms eleven places, where to go and what to see

Transient spring blossom flits into view as a burst of pink tinted colour. It’s infectious happy moments as the ...

16 free, awesome things to do in Auckland & Further North

Free, awesome places to check out just past Auckland & Northland. Let’s get the locals sorted. Get your bucket list ...

Best places to go wharf jumping in New Zealand

It's a quintessential Kiwi thing. Water bombing with the loudest splash possible. Kids plank deliberately in the ...

Seven top favourite hot mineral pools to visit in the North Island

From a touch of luxury to a wilderness natural spa to beach tidal pools New Zealand has an abundance of natural hot ...

Guide to Charleston, Paparoa National Park & Punakaiki Pancake Rocks

Charleston is a former gold mining town, now a hub for adventure tourism. The town sprung into existence after the ...

Nudity, liberate yourself a guide to feeling free

Liberate the body and leave the clothes behind. Nudity, here are tips on discovering your inner body and guidelines ...

Two heritage sites and a lake where water is optional to visit from nearby Kerikeri

Staying in Mangonui or Kerikeri and want to explore nearby? Here are two day trip ideas for your holiday with ...

Whangarei six family friendly walks

Whangarei offers visitors a variety of walks from the well known Hatea River walk past tempting cafes, a stunning ...

Coromandel Peninsula where to go camping

Coromandel Peninsula is the quintessential summer beach destination offering plenty of choices of what to do and ...

Pinnacles walk

The Pinnacles, a must go destination for adventure seekers, trampers who enjoy the challenge following the ...

Coromandel what to do with kids and families and the young at heart

The Coromandel is a kid’s idea of a holiday. Rather than a carousel of themed entertainment the Coromandel offers a ...

A guide to 16 Coromandel Beaches, hidden gems, location and what to see

Fish n chips on the beach, picnics, reading a book, water sports or exploring nearby tracks Coromandel Peninsula is ...

2021 – 2022 Guide: Hot Water Beach, Cathedral Cove, Hahei Beach, Tairua Estuary, Whangamata Beach, and New Chums Beach

Getting around and what to do nearby here’s the list for 2021. Coromandel and beaches are synonyms for each other. ...

7 Incredible (But Crazy) things to do in Abel Tasman

Pocket handkerchief park that punches above its size with its global appeal. Glittering gold beaches, shallow ...

Northland`s 5 best kept secret beaches just like Maldives

Northland’s warm aquamarine waters and beaches of white silica or golden sand are an invitation to walk barefoot. ...

Daffodils, spring flowers where to go

In a picturesque small country village is a place where spring is warmly welcome. Nodding daffodils herald the end ...

Jeroen Jongejans

Jeroen Jongejans, cycled around Tutukaka and stayed. A committed environmentalist, he set up a business eventually ...

Have you checked out ten inspirations for a slow trip through Cromwell

Cromwell’s historic district at the junction of the Kawarau and Clutha Rivers was swallowed by the lake in the late ...

Eight magical beaches and ocean activities in Tutukaka: where to go and what to find

Northland with its mild winter climate offers locals and overseas visitors alike a beach culture vibe defined by ...

Riverton, Southland nine holiday ideas for families

Just past Invercargill you could be excused for simply zipping past another small town on your way to the big ...

The Catlins guide to eleven family walks and birding hot spots

The Catlins is a superb location to introduce kids and urbanites to the wild. Wildlife, galore with plenty of ...

Ten family walks to explore near Milton: what to see, best things to do

Milton is a town with a passionate local community which boasts some great independent shops ranging from a butcher ...

Ten reasons to visit Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park & Karanganhake Gorge

An area quietly slumbering in the valleys of the Coromandel. It is all too easy to keep on driving through the ...

Matiu/Somes island, day trip from Wellington — what to do

An inviting picturesque island bang smack in the middle of the harbour invites the question, what happened there? A ...

Warkworth – short detour from State Highway one

Warkworth, wrapped around the Mahurangi River is an urban buzz meets regional New Zealand town with a bustling main ...

Abel Tasman Travel Guide

Abel Tasman is New Zealand’s pocket handkerchief park, A pink sized national treasure that punches above its size ...

Ten Taranaki Gardens and Parks worth a detour

The ten gardens are both privately owned and public spaces for visitors to enjoy. Perhaps the private garden you ...

Ten short easy Coromandel walks

Explore historic logging trails where kauri was extensively milled and gold mining relics. You have opportunities ...

Ten places to interest kids in Auckland worth a detour

Take the kids to a cemetery. Waikumete Cemetery (1886) is the largest park in Auckland with sweeping views of the ...

Ten holiday ideas for families in Akaroa

Holidays with kids Akaroa is an ideal holiday destination for local and overseas visitors due to the mix of ...

Ten great short walks for families in the Wairarapa

Bustle of a capital city is replaced by quiet spaces, hills, valleys, wetlands and river flats where the occasional ...

Six Taupo family friendly outdoors places to visit, nature explored

Let’s get the kids outdoors and meet the wildlife. Taupo offers several options for families with native bush walks ...

Six stunning places, autumn glory in the South Island

New Zealand foliage is largely evergreen, introduced (exotic) trees and shrubs provide the burst of autumn colour. ...

Seven outdoor inspirations Hurunui

Hurunui can be whisked past on your way to Hanmer Springs, indisputability a great place to soak away the weekday ...

Three walks, three favourite places in Auckland

Cornwall Park has wide open spaces galore for families and individuals to relax, refresh and revive in Cornwall ...

Thrills, adrenaline rush holiday fun, white water rafting NZ six top spots

White water rafting, kayaking, canyoning, jet boating or natural rock water slides take your pick. Your family ...

Raglan day trips to Kawhia and Aotea Harbours inland route

For visitors wanting to explore the area find beaches framed with orange tinted reefs, beaches with natural hot ...

Poor Knights Islands: Tutukaka, Northland what to see

The best spot for diving is … advocates debate where to go and what divers will encounter. The Poor Knights Islands ...

Top ten short walks in Nelson

Walks from very easy short strolls to medium walks that are in remote locations. You can stand in an area of ...

Nine favourite public parks and gardens to visit in Christchurch

Gardens continue to stir the imagination and contribute to a sense of peace. For families gardens with play areas ...

Nine family excursions & short easy walks

Exploring the outdoors is a core part of the holiday experience with New Plymouth / Taranaki offering a range of ...

Muriwai Gannet Colony: day trip from Auckland

Muriwai Beach and the cliff top gannet colony day exploration. A day exploring Muriwai beach village, a relaxed ...

Lake Hawea easy short walks and picnic locations, where to go

Wanaka and Hawea are natural crossroads in the journey to the West Coast. The rivers offer bountiful fly fishing ...

Four special places to visit in the Aongatete Forest, Kaimi Ranges Conservation Park

Volunteers the backbone of conservation, the passionate individual who gives time freely. This article is ...

Five great free walks in and around the Hokianga Harbour

Walks are a way to immerse yourself in the landscape and slow down the senses. You have a chance to observe small ...

Eight spectacular gardens to visit in Auckland

Free admission, picnics places for kids to run, jump, run and cartwheel. Places with shaded areas, contemplative ...

Eight fabulous gardens and parks in Southland

Cool climate with a brisk winter deepening the sparkle to spring blooms. Autumn is glorious with the leaf colour of ...

Dunedin day trip to Middlemarch

Scenery that inspires international acclaimed artists Extraordinary places where the bustle of the gold mining era ...

Day trip Westport to Karamea

Long empty beaches River estuaries rich in bird life Incredible granite and limestone formations of the Oparara ...

Day trip to Arthurs Pass from Christchurch

A day spent exploring natural landscapes from impressive karst rock formations to alpine scenery where resident ...

Day trip Napier wine tour

For the energetic cyclists there is an opportunity to cycle from Havelock North—Clive, 47km, flat route 2–4 hours. ...

Day trip from Auckland to indulge in autumn colours, leafy highlights in the North Island

Cool undertones to the morning with warm light in the morning invigorating the day. Nature walks are comfortable ...

Day trip Dunedin cycling from Port Chalmers to Aramonana spit

Port to Port ferry (Portobella wharf – Port Chalmers) 11 km bike ride in conjunction with Dunedin’s Bike rental in ...

Whanganui River Road day trip

The road is approximately 79 km in length and is carved from the cliffs surrounding the river. It is the only ...

Wellington Wildlife: five favourite places

An inviting picturesque island bang smack in the middle of the harbour is predator free and today the island has ...

Zealandia, a city sanctuary hidden in plain sight

This article is a heartfelt ode to one of the world’s great sanctuaries and it is in Wellington.