New Zealand is an Antipodean land which attracts lovers of vast spaces and wild nature. Though it is mostly mountainous, the country has a diverse range of landscapes and environments: icy summits, plains with mirror-like lakes, wild coastline licked by the Pacific waters... The nature here is absolutely majestic. And fortunately ecology takes pride of place here.

New Zealand, an intense natural paradise

A lively town, surrounded by dozens of volcanoes and black sand beaches.

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Welcome to the New Zealand travel pages. In this faraway country, you can expect a harmonious mixture of lakes, mountainous and volcanic landscapes, and tropical vegetation... New Zealand is isolated in the middle of the ocean and is located halfway between the South Pole and the Equator. Even though it’s small in area (about the size of the UK), it has extremely diverse flora and fauna. Nature lovers are in paradise here. But this paradise is earned: you’ll have to spend long hours on an airplane to get here, and you can count on having 10 to 12 hours of jet lag once you arrive, depending on the season... But this land, which the Maori first called “Aotearoa,” the land of the long white cloud, is really worth the trip: abundant and diverse nature, beautiful landscapes, and outdoor activities… It’s all convenient for travellers: one of the advantages of this destination is the small size of the country, which makes all this beauty accessible, starting from your first trip to New Zealand. Your hunger for the great outdoors and desire for peace and serenity will be satisfied.

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Auckland

Sitting by a lake in a region steeped in Maori culture, this town is a hive of geothermal activity.

Rotorua

Taupo is a small, lively town best known for its lake, which bears the same name and is the largest in New Zealand.

Taupo

With three active volcanoes, the Tongariro, Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park is a must for any hiking fan or visitors interested in exploring a volcanic landscape.

Tongariro National Park

Located on the west coast of the North Island, the city of New Plymouth has strong and attractive potential and its geographic location is not along the main tourist spots.

New Plymouth

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The main city on the Taranaki peninsula, in my opinion, New Plymouth is among the nicest cities in New Zealand. Located at the edge of Egmont National Park, where Mount Taranaki is in the center, New Plymouth has an ideal geographic location between the sea and the mountains, diversified in activities offered.  Having stayed in this city for two months, I suggest you visit the local museum in the tourist information center. This museum traces the arrival of the first Maori tribes in the area, then that of the colonists. One annex introduces how the country's way of life has developed, while another focuses on the geologic formation of the peninsula. In short, it's information which allows for a better understanding of the changes of Taranaki and New Plymouth, in a nutshell. If you are <a href="/new-zealand/">traveling through New Zealand</a> between December and January, enjoy a nice summer evening by going to the festival of lights in Pukekura Park. Many national artists and bands perform for free on one of the three stages set up for this event. During my stay, I was able to discover a New Zealand reggae band that I highly recommend: Ddub. Finally, a two day trek allowed me to reach Taranaki volcano. The view from the top is definitely worth the physical effort... However, it is important to be in good shape so that the climb doesn't become a nightmare!

Located on the west coast of the North Island, the city of New Plymouth has strong and attractive potential and its geographic location is not along the main tourist spots.

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