When it comes to the most beautiful places to visit, New Zealand doubtlessly stands as a top contender. From stunning volcanic formations to white beaches, crashing waterfalls, emerald lakes, and areas of vast untouched wilderness. A visit to New Zealand will allow you to enjoy some of the most beautiful and geographically diverse landscapes in the world.
For those who love photography or even those who simply enjoy sightseeing, New Zealand is the ideal place to visit. Let’s start our journey to 10 most beautiful scenery in New Zealand.
01. Mount Cook
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park is home of the highest mountains and the longest glaciers. It is alpine in the purest sense - with skyscraping peaks, glaciers and permanent snow fields, all set under a star-studded sky.
02. Bay of Islands
The Bay of Islands is a subtropical micro-region known for its stunning beauty & history. For those that love beaches and water activities, it's paradise.
03. Hobbiton
Discover Middle-earth as you step foot on the set of ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and 'The Hobbit' in New Zealand! Get to visit Hobbiton and see 44 incredible Hobbit holes around the area. All around the country are scenic spots that were transformed into sets for the three movies and the subsequent Hobbit sequels.
04. Milford Sound
Deep within Fiordland National Park lies Milford Sound, New Zealand’s most stunning natural attraction. With its magical combination of mountain peaks, ink-dark waters and superb dramatic forest-clad cliffs, it must be seen to be believed. Many people begin their visit to the Sound from Queenstown or Te Anau, being approximately four hours from Queenstown and two hours from Te Anau.
05. Mount Aspiring National Park
Named for Mt Aspiring, one of New Zealand's highest peaks, this park is a dreamland of mountains, glaciers, river valleys and alpine lakes. Mount Aspiring National Park is a wonderful mixture of remote wilderness, high mountains and beautiful river valleys. It is a walker's paradise and a must for mountaineers.
06. Queenstown
Queenstown is located in the southern lakes region of the South Island of New Zealand. Surrounded by dramatic mountains and crystal clear Lake Whakatipu, Queenstown is renowned for its spectacular scenery, four distinct seasons and world class activities and attractions. It’s rumoured that gold prospectors - captivated by the majestic beauty of the surrounding mountains and rivers - gave this now cosmopolitan town its name.
07. Rotorua
In the heart of New Zealand's Volcanic Plateau in the North Island, Rotorua is famous for its geothermal activity and is renowned for its Maori culture. It's New Zealand's first officially bilingual city. With bubbling mud pools, steam rising from beneath the streets, geysers and therapeutic thermal waters, there is a lot to discover in Rotorua.
08. The Coromandel
The Coromandel, renowned for its pristine beaches, misty forests and laid-back vibe, is one of New Zealand's most popular holiday destinations. The laid-back locals, golden coastline,abundant marine life and mountainous interior have long made The Coromandel a favourite holiday spot for kiwis.
09. Tongariro National Park
Centred upon three volcanoes –Tongariro, Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu –Tongariro National Park is home to some of New Zealand’s most dramatic landscapes. With wide-open spaces, some of the best hikes in the world and must-see natural wonders, Tongariro National Park is the perfect destination for families, couples and explorers seeking adventure, fun and an escape into nature.
10. Wellington
Surrounded by nature, Wellington is an outdoor-lovers paradise, with walking and cycling trails that offer breathtaking views from all angles.
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