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New Zealand is without a doubt a land of great adventures and there’s no greater adventure than hiking one of the Great Walks of New Zealand. For those who don’t know, the ‘Great Walks’ are the premier walking tracks in NZ that pass through some of the most diverse and awe-inspiring landscapes in the country. …

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Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations all year round. Whilst there are so many things to see and do in and around Rotorua, one of the best reasons to visit Rotorua, especially in the colder months, is the hot pools. As we look to welcome back international visitors from Australia beyond, …

Free Hot Pools in Rotorua – where to relax for free this winter Read More »

Looking for the best museums in New Zealand? You’ve come to the right place. Whilst New Zealand is blessed with a huge range and variety of museums, in towns and cities throughout the country, we reached out to our GO Explore family to find out which were their favourites and we have curated a list …

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If you’re looking for things to do in Rotorua this winter, you’ve come to the right place. Better still, if you’re looking for free activities in Rotorua this winter, this post is really going to float your boat. Rotorua is an awesome hotspot for things to do with a wide range of adventure, cultural and …

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Looking for ideas for things to do in Taupo? You’ve come to the right place. Taupo is one of New Zealand’s premier tourist destinations and we are excited to be welcoming back visitors from Australia and the rest of the world – we have missed you! The good news for those planning a trip to …

15 things to do in Taupo (the epic, exciting and extreme) Read More »

If you are planning a trip to New Zealand and looking for adventure activities, make sure you add jet boating to your list. Not only does New Zealand have some of the best jet boating in the world, but we were also responsible for inventing what has become one of the most exciting and thrilling …

9 best places for Jet Boating in New Zealand! Read More »

Looking for a rundown of the best events in New Zealand this March? You’ve come to the right place. There are some great things happening throughout New Zealand as we officially move into autumn (shhhh don’t tell anyone though as we’re still clinging on to summer!). March is one of the best times of the …

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When people are planning a trip to New Zealand, one of the most popular questions we get asked is ‘What is the highest mountain in New Zealand?’ People seem to love exploring the mountains when they visit and discovering the highest is at the top of people’s list. The highest mountain in New Zealand is, …

The Highest Mountain in New Zealand and 7 Others You Need to See Read More »