Discover the beauty and peace in the natural wonders of New Zealand

On top of this list is Milford Sound, considered one of the greatest travel experiences ever. It is located on the southwest part of South Island in Fiordland National Park. Milford Sound is named in recognition of its interesting geographic features, and it is originally a fiord, not a sound. In fact, sounds are created when a river valley is engulfed by the sea, whereas Milford Sound is the result of the disintegration of ancient glacier ice. Next, to being one of the most beautiful spots on Earth, it is also considered the wettest. Actually, it tops the rainfall meter of the country. When visiting, make sure to prepare in advance, because it is considered an extremely popular place for visitors; in fact, over 1 million tourists come to this place every year. After touring Milford Sound with a boat and taking pictures of cute dolphins, make sure to go to Milford Discovery Centre and Underwater Observatory.

The next on the list is the Bay of Islands, a stunning subtropical micro-region famous for its breath-taking beauty and rich history. If you enjoy spending the whole day on the beach and taking part in fun water activities, then this one is definitely for you. When travelling by car, it takes around three hours to get there from Auckland, whereas a flight is only 35 minutes long. If your starting point is in Australia, then luckily, charter flights from Sydney to Auckland are also possible. One of the fastest ways to get there is by reliable private jet hire. Once on the Bay of Islands, visitors can try out scuba diving or getting up close and personal with the interesting marine life. Of course, with so many activities in mind, one should not forget to see the Hole in the Rock, a gigantic rock formation which can be sailed through.

Wondering where to go to witness one of the most majestic volcanoes on the island? Well, head to the Bay of Plenty, located on the east coast of the North Island. Also known as Whakaari, this volcano is actually an active stratovolcano and one of New Zealand’s most active ones. However, visitors need to keep in mind that wearing a hard hat and quality gas mask is absolutely obligatory! Also, visitors might be able to witness volcanologists overseeing the volcano. Either take a helicopter tour of the Island or embark on a journey and go on a scenic flight. Also, tourists can opt for taking a boat.

Matapouri Bay is one of those places you must see to believe actually exist! Also dubbed the Mermaid Pools, it is a collection of gigantic hidden emerald rock pools which are so deep that tourist from all over the world enjoy diving in. Nevertheless, even if there are no actual mermaids in the area (How shocking!), it is one of the most popular and budget-friendly places if you are looking for a true island getaway. If diving is not your cup of tea, then consider boogie boarding; luckily, there are plenty of fantastic boogie boarding areas on the beach that are ideal for kids of all ages. Another fun activity is fishing at Matapouri Bay. Of course, the easiest way to fish is by having access to a boat, but if you don’t, then there is the option to fish from the rocks; in fact, a lot of the locals are clever rock fishers! Of course, keep in mind that you are located on the ocean side for maximum results. Also, make sure that the tides and the weather conditions are under check.

When it comes to water sports, then nothing is better than a bit of surfing on a hot tropical day! Actually, the best spot to enjoy this fun sport is on Piha beach in the Auckland region. Piha is unlike any other beach you have ever witnessed; it is encircled by huge rock features which remain from the ring of a massive volcanic crater. Due to these rock features, the beach is the perfect spot for surfing all day long. Naturally, due to the popularity of this water sport, Piha hosts international surf competitions. After a tiresome day out in the sun, visitors can enjoy a delicious cocktail or two at one of the bars located on the mesmerizing beach. If you are worried about accommodation, then rest assured because Piha Beach is home to a lot of hotels and even a camping site called Piha Camping Ground.

In summary, New Zealand should truly be on every avid traveler’s must-see list. Whether you go surfing on Piha beach or you visit the Bay of Islands, you will surely have the time of your life.