Explore NZ Travel Blog

  As many of our regular followers will know, New Zealand lays claim to Adventure Capital of the World and nowhere epitomises this more than Queenstown. So, when GODZone, arguably the world’s toughest multi-day, non-stop, expedition-style adventure race was looking for a venue for Chapter 6 of their epic event, Queenstown seemed like the most […]

Hi there GO Explore fans! We regularly post up on our GO Explore Facebook page to find some top tips on the best places to visit in New Zealand and the best things to do in our beautiful country. With over 450,000 fans across the world, we get some fantastic recommendations and some top tips […]

If you are looking for an awe-inspiring experience, then the Waitomo Glowworm Caves need adding to your New Zealand bucket list. The caves are world renowned and are a popular attraction for Kiwis and international visitors alike. The glowworms or Arachnocampa luminosa to give them their Sunday name, are unique to New Zealand. You literally […]

Updated: 10 January 2017 Ever wondered what it would be like to take a trip to Middle Earth? Would you have fancied taking the ring back to Mount Doom with Frodo? If you are a Lord of the Rings fanatic then New Zealand is the place for you. All three of the trilogy movies were […]

Franz Josef is without a doubt one of the most popular tourist destinations on the South Island and most have one thing in mind when they head to Franz Josef – a glacier experience. Whilst it’s definitely a cool thing to do when you are over on the West Coast, there is a lot more […]

The Lonely Planet Guide has named Taranaki as one of the best places in the world to visit in 2017. Following hot on the heels of other popular destinations in New Zealand including Waiheke Island last year and previously Queenstown, Auckland, Christchurch and the West Coast, Taranaki has rightly been singled out as one of […]

Tititiri Matangi is one of Auckland’s hidden gems, especially for nature lovers. This open sanctuary is a haven for native wildlife, in particular bird life and the place is absolutely humming with activity all year round. The story behind Tititiri Matangi is a great one and there is something very Kiwi about the whole project […]

Just a stone’s throw from Wellington is the spectacular Kapiti Coast, one of New Zealand’s most stunning unspoilt coastlines, home of striking sea vistas, glorious sunsets, untouched native forest and dramatic hillscapes. The Kapiti coast is just a 40 minute drive from downtown Wellington making it the ideal day trip if you are planning a […]