Raw nature and unique wildlife create New Zealand’s spectacular wilderness experiences. In a landscape spanning white to black sand beaches, mountains, forests, rivers and lakes, and volcanic marvels, New Zealand's scenery leaves nothing to the imagination. Almost one-third of the land has been set aside in national parks, reserves and heritage sites to preserve the country’s ecological heritage - a pristine panorama of ancient forests and landforms, rare birds and creatures that have survived since prehistoric times. There are many opportunities to explore New Zealand's treasured environment with a developing eco-tourism industry aiming for sustainable tourism models. Topics Please select a Topic Region All Regions Auckland Bay of Islands & Northland Bay of Plenty Central Otago Chatham Islands Christchurch – Canterbury Clutha Dunedin Eastland Fiordland Hamilton–Waikato Hawke's Bay Lake Taupo Manawatu Marlborough Nelson – Tasman Queenstown Rotorua Ruapehu Southland Stewart Island – Rakiura Taranaki The Coromandel Wairarapa Waitaki Wanaka Wellington West Coast Whanganui Filter By All Eco experiences Gardens Geothermal Native wildlife & flora Smart travel Loading... New Zealand nature: An introduction Nature & Eco tourism With a third of its land protected in parks and reserves, New Zealand’s wilderness is always close at hand. Read more 4 Ruapehu: An introduction 07 March 2017 Nature & Eco tourism | Activities & Sport In the heart of the North Island and home to both Tongariro and Whanganui National Parks, Ruapehu boasts thrilling natural drama on an epic scale. Read more 1 New Zealand's stunning marine reserves 14 June 2016 Nature & Eco tourism New Zealand’s coastline is almost as long as that of the United States offering superb diving and snorkelling locations. Read more 10 Seven irresistible reasons to visit New Zealand in spring time 09 August 2016 Nature & Eco tourism | Activities & Sport | Food & Wine | About New Zealand Ahead of the summer crowds, New Zealand’s spring months set a unique tone for enticing outdoor experiences. Read more 6 Kapiti Island - national treasure for bird lovers Nature & Eco tourism Kapiti Island is home to an internationally famed nature reserve protecting some of the world’s rarest and most endangered birds. Read more 2 'The Hobbit' location: Lake-town - Lake Pukaki, Mt Cook Nature & Eco tourism | Film & Television Lake Pukaki is a shimmering blue jewel set into a grand alpine playground - an iconic New Zealand landscape of high mountain peaks, glacier fed alpine lakes and golden tussocks stretched beneath an endless sky. Read more 3 Loading...