Exploring New Zealand

Museum and excavated village sites telling the story of the devastating 1886 eruption of Mt. Tarawera. Guided tours available.

An opportunity to see the kiwi bird in a conservation centre that includes a working hatchery and nursery, a nocturnal area and a kiwi culture exhibit.

Crystal clear fresh water springs, native New Zealand plants and redwoods. See wild rainbow trout, kiwi housed in a purpose-built kiwi house, and the only live tuatara in Rotorua.

Active geothermal environment, including geysers (the Lady Knox Geyser erupts daily at 10.15am), bubbling mud pools, volcanic craters and the champagne pool. Located 20 minutes drive from Rotorua.

Self-contained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartments on 3 levels, with Sky TV, laundry facilities and kitchen with dishwasher. Situated just minutes from town.

18 self-contained family, studio, twin and spa bath units, some with wheelchair access. Facilities include Sky TV, guest laundry, breakfast service, wireless broadband and off-street parking. Situated in central Taupo.

Studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units, most ensuite, with full kitchens. Some units have spa baths. Facilities include a private spa pool, computer room with internet access, playground, guest laundry and off-street parking. Five minutes walk to the town centre.

Units with in-room spa, king-sized bed, air-conditioning, LCD/DVD/Sky TV, full kitchen facilities and a balcony or courtyard. Guest facilities include a hot thermal swimming pool, guest laundry, BBQ area and off-street parking. Located by the lake, on SH1.

Gushing geysers, hot springs, bubbling mud pools and some of the largest silica terraces in the world. Located 20km off the Taupo-Rotorua highway.

One-bedroom cottage on the waterfront at Te Wahapu Bay, a few minutes drive from Russell town.

Three cottages and a studio close to the waterfront and surrounded by native bush in a secluded bay near Russell. Each has ensuite facilities and a cooked breakfast is included in the rental price.

Fully-equipped, standalone holiday lodges, sleeping between six and ten guests. Located on a 350 acre farm estate with its own extensive coastline, including a private beach and jetty. A few minutes drive from Russell.

16 ensuite single, double and triple motel rooms. Standard rooms with shared facilities also available. Full cooked or continental breakfast.

Homestay style accommodation with double and single rooms (some ensuite). Self-contained cottage with two bedrooms and a private bathroom. Continental breakfast. Located 14km south of the Haast Information Centre.

Private beachfront rental accommodation with 4 bedrooms (sleeping up to 10), living and dining area, kitchen and bathroom, washing machine and dryer, and BBQ. Located at Hannah's Beach, 10 minutes drive south of Haast.

Specialising in serving wild foods from the West Coast region, including possum, venison, chamois and other "road kill" menu items.

Traditional Indian cuisine, including Naan bread baked in a clay Tandoor oven. Diners have the option to bring their own wine.