New Zealand

Situated in the southwest of the Pacific Ocean is the stunning island nation of New Zealand. Encompassing the two primary landmasses of the North and South Islands, the nation spans 268,021 square kilometres. This stunning nation has something for everyone with its ideal landscapes that include sun-kissed beaches, flowing glaciers, jagged mountain ranges, and flaming volcanoes. Its majestic vistas will awe your senses with their splendour. Hiking and walking amidst the tranquil splendour of cascading glaciers, primaeval woods, and sharp mountain peaks is possible in the South Island’s Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound.You can explore the fjords by sea kayaking, and you can take a scenic flight to get a bird’s-eye perspective of the park’s splendour. Fishing is popular in the Bay of Islands, which is also well-known for sailing and yachting. One of the most beautiful and oldest national parks in the world, Lake Taupo and Tongariro is ideal for hiking through the alpine meadows and taking a dip in its moist hot springs. There is still much about the nation to entice travellers. The abundance of nature will astound you with the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. You can see the breath taking grandeur of the terrain from a helicopter and go on guided excursions to the ice caves.Because of its unique geography and abundance of thermal springs and muddy pools, Rotorua is a haven for nature enthusiasts. Adventure junkies may go luging, mountain biking, skydiving, and many other activities. Relatively close to Rotorua, Wai-o-Tapu is a well-known tourist destination featuring the Champagne Pools, Lady Knox Geyser, and vibrant hot springs. Adventure seekers can also go kayaking to see the artistic beauty of Abel Tasman National Park and the Abel Tasman Coast Track, hiking through cool forests, or snorkelling to discover the undersea world. Another top attraction is Kaikoura, where you can walk along the breath taking shoreline and witness the majestic whales and dolphins in action.When you return to the city, Auckland’s towering Sky Tower will astound you with its breath taking views of both the gorgeous city and the surrounding countryside. Auckland’s stunning scenery of sandy beaches, lovely coves, captivating islands, and lush rain forests make it an ideal starting point for day treks and forest experiences.The majority of people in New Zealand speak English, which is the official language of the country. The official language, Māori, is also mainly utilised in legal contexts. It’s noteworthy to note that court and government processes in New Zealand now use sign language as a formal language.There are an estimated 4.471 million people living in New Zealand.

Napiier | Rotarua | Dunedin | Auckland | Wellington | Queenstown | Bay of Island | Christchurch

• Currency: New Zealand dollar
• Population: 4.471 million
• Time Zone: GMT +12:00
• Area: 268021 km²
• Capital: Wellington
• Official Language: Maori
• Capital’s calling code: +64-4

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