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New Zealand is made up of 27 regions across two main islands; the North Island and the South Island. New Zealand is a country that is filled with a number of beautiful places and is an incredible destination to discover. The destination list is actually very long to cover; it will take more than one visit to discover them all. However, out of all the places, there are certain destinations that visibly have more importance than the others. These are the places that you simply cannot cut out of your list. These places mirror the accurate and breath-taking beauty of the country. While scheduling your next trip to New Zealand to ensure that you include all these places in your itinerary.

New Zealand is in a true sense a paradise with heavenly middle Earth beauty as it is the backdrop for the legendary “Lord of the Rings” movies with whispering cascading waterfalls, spectacular fjords, hot water spring, steaming geysers, feral wilds, unblemished beaches, and stunning glaciers. There’s the intense Fiordland – which was part of the scenery that made up Peter Jackson’s film version of Middle Earth for Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit trilogy. You can even visit ‘The Shire’ here.

There are so many wonderful places to visit in New Zealand that it’s hard for people to decide which one to visit and which one to miss. You can try adventure sports in Queenstown which is bordered by the mountain range and scenic lake. Get to know Maori culture at Rotorua, and if you’re missing city life or head to sunny Auckland – the largest city in New Zealand.

It is the land of Kiwis, delicious cheese, and rich cultural heritage of the Maoris, scintillating cityscapes, outdoor adventures to the never-ending natural beauty of the majestic lakes, beaches, active volcanoes, and mountain ranges. New Zealand is a dream comes true for every traveler. Here everywhere you look it is like a postcard and every local you talk to is your new best friend.

New Zealand needs to be on the wish list of adventure sports enthusiast. Especially sports like Bungee jumping, mountain climbing biking, skydiving and paragliding, kayaking, caving, zip lining. The list is endless when it comes to outdoor activities you can get up to in this far-flung destination. Narrowing a list down to only 5 of the top places to visit in New Zealand is no easy task. With its amazing beaches, spectacular waterfalls and magnificent mountains, it’s probably been on everyone’s wish list for a long time. Since the country is so dense, you can easily visit several holiday destinations in your short stay.

Here are the top 5 places to visit in New Zealand

Milford Sound

It is one of the most famous tourist scenic spots in the country. It is located at the northernmost and easily reachable end of Fiordland National Park. It offers one of the most stunning coastal scenery in the world with its majestic mountain peaks and deep dark blue waters. Be prepared to be totally amazed by vast rainforest, high mountains, and whispering waterfalls. Milford Sound can be explored by boat, kayak or plane. Milford Sound is the biggest pull in Fiordland, and it is a true fjord formed by a natural glacier. On a cruise through Milford Sound, you can discover waterfalls; appreciate the sheer rock faces soaring over the water and even spot wildlife like dolphins and penguins.

Bay of Islands

The Bay of Islands is located on the east coast of the North-District of the North Island of New Zealand. It is one of the most widely held big-game fishing, sailing and tourist destinations in the country. The Islands has been famous internationally since American author Zane Grey publicised it in his travel novels in the early 1930s. This scenic region got its name from Captain James Cook when he stopped by the island in 1769. There are peaceful islands, secluded bays and sandy beaches in this region. This well sought after holiday destination has a wealthy marine life such as whales, penguins, dolphins and the big marlin. It is a preferred place for diving fans, global cruises, and international sports fishermen. The Bay of Islands comprises of 144 islands between Cape Brett and the Purerua Peninsula and covers the boutique towns of Opua, Paihia, Russell, and Kerikeri.

Rotorua

Rotorua is known for the geothermal wonders and red lava lines since 1880. Numerous thermal geysers, volcanic craters, and hot springs in and around the city are dominant features of this tourist attraction in New Zealand. Many of these hot springs are in parks and reserves. Natural explosions of hissing steam, hot water and boiling mud pools frequently occur in new locations. Nearby Wai-O-Tapu is also a popular tourist place to visit with many hot springs famous for their colourful look, in addition to the Lady Knox Geyser. Wander around these geothermal marvels and bathe in the mineral-rich hot water.

Auckland

Famous as the City of Sails, Auckland is the main and most populated city in New Zealand. It is located on the North Island, and it is famous for its spirited culture and is foodie heaven. Huge black sand dunes, incredible surf, and beautiful sunsets make this the main attraction to visit in New Zealand’s biggest “city” For stunning views of this beautiful city, climb the two shimmering harbours, the Manukau Harbor and the Waitemata Harbor. If you’re interested in the history and heritage of New Zealand, then check out the Auckland Domain, which is the oldest part of the city. In the Auckland Domain, you’ll find great exhibits of Maori and Pacific Island artefacts at the iconic Auckland Museum. Sky Tower, the 328 meters high tower is quite popular among top New Zealand tourist places.

Queenstown

Queenstown is well-known as the adventure capital of New Zealand. It is located on South Island and is a destination known as the ideal place for adrenaline-fueled sports. Queenstown is bordered by the towering summits of the Southern Alps Mountains and on the banks of clear and deep-blue scenic Lake Wakatipu. Cycling around the lake’s perimeter is permitted. Travel around the gold mining towns and scenic backgrounds of snow-clad peaks of ‘Remarkables Range’.