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Known as The Land of the Long White Cloud or ‘Aotearoa’ in Māori, New Zealand offers not only breath-taking scenery but a diverse cuisine and some of the hottest destinations on the planet.

From Wellington and Auckland to Christchurch you can have the chance to benefit from a number of different scenic spots. New Zealand is considered to be one of the finest touring destinations on the planet with plenty of photo opportunities for the incredible flora and fauna. In addition, it is home to a range of dense forests not to mention pristine sandy beaches, glaciers and a host of thermal regions. Check out below some of the perfect tourists spots for your trip to New Zealand.

Coromandel peninsula

This particular peninsula is most famous for long stretches of powdery white sand. On the other hand you will be bowled away by the stunning scenery as well as beautiful coastline which adds to the overall experience. In order to enjoy the best of everything you should;

• Take a trip to Thames which is a small but perfectly formed city famed for gold mining.
• Find enough time to visit Hot Water Beach which takes advantage of its own hot springs.
• Have time to relax among the glorious pristine beaches that surround this particular area.

Sky Tower

This is considered to be one of the most iconic things to see when exploring New Zealand. It can be found in the biggest city in the country and is not only an observation tower but it is also used for telecommunications. Some impressive facts you should be aware of include;

• It stands at a height of more than 327 metres in the air.
• It is believed to be the highest structure that you will find in the Southern Hemisphere.
• Offering impressive views stretching as far as 80km.

Tongariro national park

Whether you are going on an adventure and need to find campervan hire in NZ, you can always head to New Zealand’s first national park. Tongariro is popular among many travellers and is renowned for its wide range of ecosystems. This includes the likes of;

• Calming lakes.
• Volcanoes.
• Fields which are filled with herbs.
• Wild forests.
• Taranaki Falls.

Bay of Islands

This majestic area is called The Bay of Islands and boasts more than 140 different types of islands. These feature a wealth of hidden coves not to mention secluded bays and plenty of beaches in which to relax and unwind. It is the perfect place to explore New Zealand, whilst you can also take advantage of a myriad of marine life such as;

• Big marlin.
• Penguins.
• Dolphins.
• Whales.

Napier

Located in Hawke’s Bay, Napier is situated on the eastern coast of the North Island. This particular area is notorious for its awe-inspiring art deco buildings and has undergone a period of reconstruction. It striking architecture is certainly not to be missed, whilst there is a special Art Deco Weekend which takes place on an annual basis.

Milford Sound

This is another strong contender as far as some of the finest tourist spots in New Zealand are concerned. Milford Sound is positioned at the northern most tip within easy reach of Fiordland National Park. Here you can have the opportunity to benefit from;

• Incredible coastal backdrops.
• A wealth of dramatic peaks and mountain ranges.
• Clear blue waters.
• Cascading waterfalls which run down the surrounding cliff sides.

New Zealand is a truly inspirational place with beautiful scenery, friendly people and the perfect melange of ancient Maori traditions. If you are fortunate enough to visit this country then why not start off with just a few of these impressive hotspots.

Author: Established in 1985, Apollo Camper is a family operated company that provides campervan hire in NZ.  They have a fleet of over 3000 quality vehicles and more than 200 staff members ready to help customers.