New Zealand

New Zealand is renowned for dramatic landscapes ranging from subtropical coastlines to glaciers and alpine mountains.

Country

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Useful facts for planning

Guide type Country

In this guide

Why go

Capital: Wellington

Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)

Languages: English, Māori & New Zealand Sign Language

Best time: Dec–Mar

Weather: Temperate maritime with significant regional variation

Top attractions: Auckland • Queenstown • Rotorua • Milford Sound • Wellington • Hobbiton

Nature: Southern Alps • fjords • glaciers • volcanic landscapes • lakes • beaches

Quick fact: New Zealand is renowned for dramatic landscapes ranging from subtropical coastlines to glaciers and alpine mountains.