Ever wanted to visit New Zealand? Brisbane native Adam Nettlefold discusses the 7 most jaw-dropping and awe-inspiring sights and natural phenomenon that you won't want to miss on your travels.

1. 7
INCREDIBLE SIGHTS
IN
NEW ZEALAND
(That You Won’t Want To Miss)
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2. NUMBER ONE
Food lovers and wine
drinkers love Waiheke for the
countless amount of quality
vineyards and exceptional
dining experiences. Taste
New Zealand’s best variety of
wines on a guided tour of the
vineyards or reserve a
special seven-course meal at
Mudbrick Vineyard
Restaurant. There’s also
plenty of cultural
opportunities, olive groves,
beaches, and forests to keep
everyone entertained.
Waiheke Island
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3. NUMBER TWO
If you’re a fan of watersports of any kind, you’ll have fun at the Bay
of Islands. It is home to some of New Zealand’s best fishing,
sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and much more. And don’t leave
Bay of Islands without visiting the Hole in the Rock, a special rock
you can sail through when the tide is just right!
Bay of Islands
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4. Waitomo Glowworm Caves
NUMBER THREE
One natural phenomenon you definitely won’t want to
miss is the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Dark except for
the illuminations from thousands of glowworms, these
caves draw visitors who are looking to be inspired by
natural beauty and scientific wonder. Visitors can take a
guided boat tour to hear all about the science behind
the phenomenon and the history behind the caves.
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5. Auckland is the biggest city
in New Zealand, but it’s also
one of Lonely Planet’s top 10
cities in the world.
!
You’ll need a least 2-3 days
to even scratch the surface of
what Aukland has to offer.
There are beautiful parks, an
exciting nightlife, exceptional
restaurants, important art
galleries and engaging
museums that are
guaranteed to keep you
captivated during your trip.
Auckland
NUMBER FOUR

6. White Island
NUMBER FIVE
Ever wanted to see a live
volcano? White Island offers up
close and personal access to
the most active volcano on New
Zealand, a factor that makes it
one of the consistently most
popular tourist attractions. You
can scuba dive around White
Island to see the volcano’s
underwater vents or take a
helicopter ride above to get an
overhead view.

7. NUMBER SIX
Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley is famous for many
geothermal wonders including amazing mud pools and jaw-
dropping geysers. But tourists are routinely floored by Pohutu, the
single largest geyser in the southern hemisphere. It belches up hot
eruptions of water up to 20 times a day, and each eruption can
reach upwards of 100 feet in the air!
Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley
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8. Franz Josef Glacier
NUMBER SEVEN
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If you’re not scared of a little ice, then you’ll enjoy many of
the activities and stunning views at Franz Josef Glacier.
!
Depending on your desire for risk and level of skill, you
can take part in relaxing hikes, tricky ice climbs, or jaw-
dropping helicopter tours.
!
The good news is that you’ll stay warm no matter what you
decide because Franz Josef Glacier doesn’t get much
colder than the surrounding towns!