Welcome to Aussie Cruising's New Zealand.
New Zealand
Ah, New Zealand! What can anyone say about this stunningly beautiful country that doesn´t become wild praise? The Bay of Islands must be one of the most scenic cruise spots in the world. Cape Kidnappers near Napier is filled with seabirds that know all about location, location, location. At Picton, the landscape is one of fiords and vineyards, and cruising into Milford Sound is nature in such majesty that it is bound to produce a chorus of ´oohs´ and ´aahs´ from everyone on deck as soaring snowy peaks and tumbling waterfalls drift by.
Tauranga temptations The port of Tauranga has been much lauded, too. The first Maori landed here when migrating from Polynesia. Captain Cook, who cruised around a bit, was mighty impressed and named the surrounding Bay of Plenty. For a little extra, book a Shore Tour that includes a scenic helicopter flight and take in the magnificent views.
As your ship docks at the suburb of Mount Maunganui, sandy beaches, waterfront cafés and fascinating walking tracks unfold.
Feeling hot, hot, hot Spectacular erupting geysers, bubbling mud pools and hot springs: you could only be in Rotorua, 80 kilometres inland from Tauranga and one of the world´s strangest landscapes. Pohutu Geyser puts on a show 20 times a day, shooting boiling water 30 metres into the air. At Wai-O-Tapu, colourful volcanic vents hiss among gigantic kauri trees and silver ferns. Then there are Rotorua´s 16 lakes, perfect for scenic cruising, trout fishing and swimming. Rotorua is also at the heart of Maori culture, with a historic living village where you can enjoy Maori music, singing and dancing.
Dunedin
Dunedin is situated on the southern region of New Zealand's South Isand famous for it's Victorian Architecture and seal colonies.
Christchurch
Christchurch is one of New Zealand's main cities and is situated in the northern region of the South Island. It is home to the beautiful Avon River ..
Wellington
Wellington is located at the southern tip of the North Island of New Zealand and is nestled between beautiful rolling hills and a wonderful harbour...
Napier
Napier is a wonderful city in New Zealand's north island famous for it's art deco streetscape and vibrant restaurant culture.
Bay of Islands
Auckland
Auckland is a cosmopolitan city which provides visitors with a huge variety of wonderful experiences and discoveries that visitors can easily access..
Tauranga
Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty is well known for its sun, surf and sea. It is also a hub for some great passtimes such as white-water ..
Fjordland National Park
Experience the wonder of New Zealand's Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound. This area is one of New Zealand's most beautiful natural feature..
Picton
Picton in a beautiful city situated at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound which ss part of the Marlborough Sound. It is renown for the wines grown in..
Milford Sound
For first time visitors and lifelong natives alike, Milford Sound is one of the most immediately breathtaking places in New Zealand. The 2 km long f..
New Zealand
Ah, New Zealand! What can anyone say about this stunningly beautiful country that doesn´t become wild praise? The Bay of Islands must be one of the most scenic cruise spots in the world. Cape Kidnappers near Napier is filled with seabirds that know all about location, location, location. At Picton, the landscape is one of fiords and vineyards, and cruising into Milford Sound is nature in such majesty that it is bound to produce a chorus of ´oohs´ and ´aahs´ from everyone on deck as soaring snowy peaks and tumbling waterfalls drift by.
Tauranga temptations The port of Tauranga has been much lauded, too. The first Maori landed here when migrating from Polynesia. Captain Cook, who cruised around a bit, was mighty impressed and named the surrounding Bay of Plenty. For a little extra, book a Shore Tour that includes a scenic helicopter flight and take in the magnificent views.
As your ship docks at the suburb of Mount Maunganui, sandy beaches, waterfront cafés and fascinating walking tracks unfold.
Feeling hot, hot, hot Spectacular erupting geysers, bubbling mud pools and hot springs: you could only be in Rotorua, 80 kilometres inland from Tauranga and one of the world´s strangest landscapes. Pohutu Geyser puts on a show 20 times a day, shooting boiling water 30 metres into the air. At Wai-O-Tapu, colourful volcanic vents hiss among gigantic kauri trees and silver ferns. Then there are Rotorua´s 16 lakes, perfect for scenic cruising, trout fishing and swimming. Rotorua is also at the heart of Maori culture, with a historic living village where you can enjoy Maori music, singing and dancing.
Destinations in New Zealand
Dunedin is situated on the southern region of New Zealand's South Isand famous for it's Victorian Architecture and seal colonies.
Christchurch is one of New Zealand's main cities and is situated in the northern region of the South Island. It is home to the beautiful Avon River ..
Wellington is located at the southern tip of the North Island of New Zealand and is nestled between beautiful rolling hills and a wonderful harbour...
Napier is a wonderful city in New Zealand's north island famous for it's art deco streetscape and vibrant restaurant culture.
Auckland is a cosmopolitan city which provides visitors with a huge variety of wonderful experiences and discoveries that visitors can easily access..
Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty is well known for its sun, surf and sea. It is also a hub for some great passtimes such as white-water ..
Experience the wonder of New Zealand's Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound. This area is one of New Zealand's most beautiful natural feature..
Picton in a beautiful city situated at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound which ss part of the Marlborough Sound. It is renown for the wines grown in..
For first time visitors and lifelong natives alike, Milford Sound is one of the most immediately breathtaking places in New Zealand. The 2 km long f..
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