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Auckland, New Zealand
Piha Beach: Just 45 minutes west of Auckland, this rugged black sand beach is known for surf and laidback vibes.
Things to do :
Take a free walking tour and learn about New Zealand’s history
Indulge in an ice cream cone from Giapo
See sunset from the volcanic crater, Mount Eden
Wander Albert Park in the city center
Spot the iconic Sky Tower in Auckland’s skyline (reminiscent of the Space Needle in Seattle)
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can “sky jump” from here!
Escape the city and walk the lush trails of Rangitoto Island
Take a day trip to Waiheke Island for wine, oysters and beaches
Sample cuisine from around the Pacific Rim
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Wainuiototo/New Chum's Beach Walkway, New Zealand
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Cathedral Cove Walk, New Zealand
A faire pour le sunrise
Pack some snacks and a towel, as the nearby beaches are lovely spots to spend a couple hours if you have the time.
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Tauranga, New Zealand
Visiter la ville
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Leslie Road, New Zealand
Rando 10km
Fermé jusqu'en novembre 2024 !!
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Rotorua, New Zealand
Essayer un hangi meal
Éventuellement visiter le Whakarewarewa Living Māori Village :
Less formal, affordable, takes less time, opportunity to see geothermal sites, see where people are still living today.
Luge
Geothermale activity
Lake tarawera
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Whakarewarewa, New Zealand
Vallée geothermale
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Taupō, New Zealand
Visiter ville
Lac + trou golf challenge
Mc do
Huka Falls
Lake taupo hot springs : Free Riverside Hangout
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Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand
Réserver navette
Location: Tongariro National Park, North Island
Distance: 19.4 km (12.1 miles), should take between 7-8 hours
Type of trail: Point-to-point
Elevation gain: 820 m (2,690 ft)
Difficulty rating: Difficult
Faire aller retour après le 10ème km ? Après moins intéressant
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Egmont National Park, New Zealand
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Mount Taranaki, New Zealand
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Wellington, New Zealand
Statue Gandalf
Visit Te Papa Museum, one of New Zealand’s most popular museums
Hike to the Mount Victoria Lookout
Explore the Wellington Botanical Garden
Sample some local brews at one of the many local breweries
Hit up the local hot spots and cafes on Cuba Street
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Kaikōura, New Zealand
Wings over whales
Dolphin Encounter : ouiii
Éventuellement hanmer springs : complexe payant luxueux pas loin de kaikura
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Christchurch, New Zealand
Take a gander at the cardboard church, which was constructed quickly following the 2011 earthquake to give people a place to worship
Experience a slice of the world’s 7th continent at the International Antarctic Centre
Wander the trails and botanical gardens in Hagley Park
Learn about New Zealand’s rich cultural and natural heritage at the Canterbury Museum
Spot street art in Christchurch’s funky city center
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Hooker Lake, New Zealand
Faire cette rando soir tôt au matin ou au soir
+ Voir lake pukaki
Lake Pukakai to Mount Cook Village
40 minutes one way
This is one of the most epic stretches of road in all of New Zealand, and offers spectacular views of the brilliantly turquoise Lake Pukaki flanked by the snowcapped peak of Mount Cook.
Peter’s Lookout is a great place to stop for photos (pictured above).
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Queenstown, New Zealand
Aurores boréales
Queenstown to Glenorchy :
50 minutes one way (you will have to return as well)
This drive hugs the shore of Lake Wakatipu and brings you from the tourism hotspot of Queenstown to the much smaller village of Glenorchy. Making this scenic drive is one of the best things to do in the area.
Stop off at Bob’s Cove to explore Bennett’s Bluff for a scenic viewpoint
Wander the small town of Glenorchy and stop at Mrs. Woolly’s General Store for snacks and coffee
Queenstown and Wanaka
1 hour 10 minutes
This road is incredibly winding and steep at times, but the views over the Central Otago region are spectacular.
Make a stop in the historic mining settlement, Arrowtown, to get an ice cream cone and walk the Main Street.
For an epic view, take a detour and drive to the top of one of the 3 ski resorts in the region – The Remarkables, Coronet Peak or Cardrona.
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Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Stargazing :
Lake Tekapo is the most famous place to go stargazing in New Zealand, and is one of the most easily accessible Dark Sky Reserves. The Church of the Good Shepherd is an iconic stone building at the lake’s edge, and it is a popular feature in many astro-photos of this area.
So pack some snacks and a blanket (and a tripod if you want to photograph the stars) and prepare to be enchanted. Oh, and wine helps too.
Lupin fields : fleurs dans l'île du sud, surtout au lake tekapo
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Wānaka, New Zealand
Visiter ville + lac
Rando Roy's Peak :
Location: Wanaka, South Island
Distance: 16km (9.9-mile)
Type of trail: out & back
Elevation gain: 1,100 m (3,610 ft)
Difficulty rating: Difficult
Rando Isthmus Peak : bcp moins de monde :
Location: Wanaka, South Island
Distance: 17 km (10.6 miles)
Type of trail: out & back
Elevation gain: 1,049 m (3,444 ft)
Difficulty rating: Difficult
Comparaison randos :
Both hikes have epic lake views and take roughly the same amount of time. The most notable difference is that Roys Peak is ultra popular and often has lines formed to get a photograph at the Insta-famous viewpoint, whereas Isthmus Peak is far less crowded (but maybe not for long!).
Roys Peak: 5-6 hours return, easy track, closed Oct 1 to Nov 10 for lambing season
Isthmus Peak: 5-6 hours return, medium track, closed Nov 20 to Dec 20 for fawning
Wander the Wanaka Lavender Farm
Hike Roy’s Peak or Isthmus Peak
Enjoy a glass of wine at Rippon Winery
Explore Mount Aspiring National Park
Walk the Mount Iron Track to get a view over town
Enjoy a movie at the cute Cinema Paradiso, which features sofas, freshly baked cookies and intermission
Photo du wanaka tree (bondé)
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Lake Marian Track, New Zealand
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Key Summit, New Zealand
Location: Fiordland National Park, South Island
Distance: 7.5 km (4.7 miles) out and back, should allow at least 3 hours
Type of trail: out & back
Elevation gain: 423 m (1,389 ft)
Difficulty rating: Moderate
Comparaison avec rando Marian's lake :
Key Summit is the more popular of the two and has 360-degree views of surrounding peaks on a clear day. | Key Summit: 2.5 – 3 hours return, easy hike.
Marian Lake starts with a hike past beautiful waterfalls (it takes only 15 minutes to get here, so even if you don’t do the whole hike, you can at least get to this point). The hike culminates at an alpine lake in a hanging valley. | Marian Lake: 3 hours return, steep hike.
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Staveley, New Zealand
Location: Coromandel Peninsula, North Island
Distance: 6 km (3.7 miles), start to hut
Type of trail: out & back
Elevation gain: 706 m (2,317 feet)
Difficulty rating: Moderate – Difficult
A faire ??
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Punakaiki, New Zealand
Faire le début du grand hike paparoa track depuis punakaiki, très beau près de la rivière avant le coucher de soleil d'après Alexandre
Voir les pancakes rocks
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Kahurangi National Park, New Zealand
Faire rando, recommandé par Alexandre
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Lake Matheson, New Zealand
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Hokitika Gorge Walk, New Zealand
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Robert's Point Track, New Zealand
Rando 13km
Près du glacier Franz Joseph
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Lake Marian, New Zealand
Rando 2-3h aller-retour
Comparaison avec rando Key Summit :
Key Summit is the more popular of the two and has 360-degree views of surrounding peaks on a clear day. | Key Summit: 2.5 – 3 hours return, easy hike.
Marian Lake starts with a hike past beautiful waterfalls (it takes only 15 minutes to get here, so even if you don’t do the whole hike, you can at least get to this point). The hike culminates at an alpine lake in a hanging valley. | Marian Lake: 3 hours return, steep hike.
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Milford Sound, New Zealand
Faire un tour en bateau dans les fjord (+ kayak ??)
Te Anau to Milford Sound :
2.5 hours without making any stops
If you plan to visit Milford Sound while in New Zealand (spoiler alert: you should!), this is a portion of the route you will take. There are tons of places to stop off along the way, so give yourself plenty of time
Mirror Lakes: super short stop at a lake that is incredibly glossy and reflective.
Key Summit: 3-hour return hike that grants epic views of the area.
Lake Marian: 3-hour return hike to the lake, or a 20-minute return hike to a beautiful waterfall.
The Chasm: 20-minute stop at a powerful waterfall.
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Mount Aspiring National Park, New Zealand
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Copland Track to Welcome Flat Hut, New Zealand
Location: Tai Poutini National Park, South Island
Distance: 36 km (22 miles), overnight at Welcome Flat Hut
Type of trail: out & back
Elevation gain: 400 m (1,312 ft)
Difficulty rating: Moderate
natural hot pools surrounded by mountains.
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Marlborough District, New Zealand
Vignoble tops : à Blenheim :
- saint clair family estate vineyard
- forest wines
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Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand
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Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand
This National Park is full of beautiful beaches to choose from.
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Pupu Springs Road, New Zealand
Te waikoropupu springs
Cold water springs
Largest in the southern
Balade de 45 minutes
Clearest water
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Nelson Lakes National Park, New Zealand
Rotomairewhenua/blue lake
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Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
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Hot Water Beach, New Zealand
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230, New Zealand
Anatoki Salmon Fishing & Cafe
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Kawhia, New Zealand
Hot water beach less crowded