Maungawhau means ‘mountain of the whau tree’ and was one of the largest Maori settlements. From the the top of the summit enjoy spectacular views over the city and Waitemata Harbour.

This defining feature has dominated the Auckland skyline for over 27 years. This iconic landmark offers stunning 360° views of Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland.

Auckland’s stunning waterfront gateway connects the city to the Hauraki Gulf and the Pacific Ocean.

The All Blacks Experience celebrates the All Blacks rugby team and other national teams and offers an interactive journey into the heart of New Zealand rugby, showcasing its rich history and cultural significance, including the famous haka.

Believed to be over two million years old, the Waitomo Caves are noted for their spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations. Recognized as one of New Zealand’s most inspiring natural wonders, visitors come from far and wide to experience an up close look at the many unique underground limestone attractions, including Ruakuri Cave, Aranui Cave and the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

Time to get the adrenaline pumping with a day of adventure. These world exclusive rides are the result of Kiwi innovation, designed in New Zealand. Choose what your adventure looks like from Agrojet, Swoop, Shweeb Racer or Freefall Xtreme.

Sit back and relax as the Skyline Gondola transports you 450 meters above Rotorua and Lake Rotorua, revealing the best views in the region. At the top, embark on an exhilarating Luge ride, winding through over 1 km of Redwood forests. Whether you choose to speed down the track or cruise steadily, you'll find plenty of opportunities to pause and take in the stunning scenery. At the bottom, catch the chairlift back to the top for more breathtaking views from the lookout. Don't forget to visit the Jelly Belly Room to pick out your favorite jelly beans and enjoy the art gallery featuring jelly bean creations.

A powerful ceremony welcomes you onto sacred grounds and into a Maori village. Whilst here, experience the Wero (challenge), the Whaikorero (speeches), the Hongi (greeting), pressing of noses. Learn the history of these proud people and enjoy the song, dance, poi and haka of the Maori. Dinner will be a buffet cooked the Maori way in a "Hangi" (a feast cooked beneath the ground on hot stones).

Watch genuine conservation in action as you learn all about New Zealand’s national icon, the kiwi. Discover their native environment and what makes them truly iconic. Observe the hatchery’s incubators and be guided through the entire process, from bringing the egg into the facility, to hatching, growing the chick to 1 kg, and finally releasing it back to its original habitat.

Visit a geothermal reserve with unique geothermal features providing the opportunity for students to understand the processes that have formed today’s landscape.

Follow in the footsteps of Frodo and Bilbo Baggins into the miniature world of The Shire, the home of hobbits. Whether you have seen the Lord of The Rings trilogy or not, you will undoubtedly appreciate the immense effort that went into creating this elaborate outdoor movie set on a still-operational sheep farm. From a giant tree with thousands of hand-glued leaves to the tiny pottery crafted by hobbit artisans, every detail was meticulously attended to. Your guide will entertain you with tales from the filming process and reveal how director Peter Jackson created cinematic illusions. At the end of the tour, cross a stone bridge to the true-to-life Green Dragon Pub.