Heat up this winter by exploring the world’s adrenalin hot spot!
Both the North and South Islands of New Zealand offer an abundance of unforgettable experiences for the action adventure junkie. These blood-pumping, heart-racing, toe-curling experiences all take place amidst spectacular locations and breath taking scenery. On land, water or air you are sure to get your fix of excitement and beauty.
North Island
Waikato Underground Experience
Beneath the lush green landscape of Waikato venture down to the spectacular Waitomo Caves. This natural wonder offers Cave Rafting, Tubing and Rappelling (Cave Abseiling) all under the surreal blue glow of countless glow worms. A truly magical adventure!
www.waitomo.org.nz
Rotorua Rejuvenation
From orbing and sledging, to white water rafting or skydiving, Rotorua is an adventure seekers playground. Soak in the healing waters of hot springs or unwind with a massage or mud wrap. For those fortunate enough to visit in April you can catch New Zealand’s premier off road participation event- The Adidas Xterra.
www.rotoruanz.com/attractions
Ruapehu Rumble
Scenic flights soar above the Tongariro National Park’s three volcanoes, allowing you an awe inspiring view of this dramatic landscape. If you dare, ski or snow board the slopes of Mt Ruapehu, under the watchful gaze of this live volcanoe.
www.VisitRuapahu.com
South Island
Queenstown - A Royal Adventure
Known as the ‘Adventure Capital of the World’ Queenstown is the queen of Action Adventures. Try bungying, rafting, jet boating, canyon swinging and hot air ballooning surrounded by larger than life scenery. …Now that is why we ‘Love an Adventure’!
www.queenstown-nz.co.nz
Otago Coast Wildlife Wonderland
The Otago Peninsula is home to rare and unusual coastal wildlife. Discover hoiho (yellow-eyed penguins), and the world’s only mainland albatross colony, and seals. Take a tour and meet these wonderful creatures in their natural habitat.
www.nelsonnz.com
Harris Mountains Heli-Skiiing- a hell of at time!
Imagine soaring down powder white slopes, adrenaline pumping as you glide across the untouched landscape, a tiny figure amongst the immense silence of the mountain world. At the bottom the helicopter awaits to lift you effortlessly to the top of another peak, where the magic begins again.
www.heliski.co.nz