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| Population : 4,115,771 (July 2007 est.) |
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| Main Tourist Attractions |
Auckland
Auckland and the surrounding Islands offers many exciting and memorable tourist attractions for you to choose from. We recommend visiting the Auckland Sky Tower where you can enjoy spectacular views of the city from hundreds of metres up. If you love shopping, then you will loce Auckland's downtown shopping district with plenty of local and International stores to browse.
Other popular city attractions include the Auckland Museum, Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World, Auckland Zoo, the Sky Tower Sky Jump and the Auckland Art Gallery.
If you have half or a full day to spare, why not take a boat cruise to the many Islands east of Auckland - two of the larger ones being Rangitoto and Waiheke Island. The rugged, untouched Great Barrier Island, while more remote, is also well worth a visit. |
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Christchurch
Christchurch offers many exciting and memorable tourist attractions for you to choose from. We recommend visiting the central part of the city - in particular the Cathedral Square, the Arts Centre, the Canterbury Museum and the beautiful Botanical Gardens. If the day is warm, we also recommend taking a relaxing punting ride on the Avon river.
Other visitor attractions in or near Christchurch include the Gondola, the Antarctic Centre (near Christchurch Airport) plus the sign of the kiwi at the top of the port hills.
If you have half a day to spare, we suggest visiting Lyttelton Harbour (just 15 minutes drive from the City) which offers beautiful views across the water to the rugged coastline & hills of Banks Peninsula. In the warmer months of the year, Sumner beach is also well worth a visit - the beach is stunning plus there are plenty of vibrant cafes and restaurants for you to enjoy. |
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Akaroa
A scenic one hour drive from Christchurch, Akaroa is a quaint little fishing town situated on the southern side of Bank Peninsula and is a must see for anyone looking for a few days rest and relaxation. The town has a distinct French flavour to it. Many street names are of French origin because of its history. French Whalers purchased the land off the Maoris in the 1838 because the harbours were a safe sanctuary from the ferocious Pacific Ocean.
Akaroa is quiet, relaxed and perfect for anyone wishing to unwind from a hectic day in the city. For a little more adventure, try the Akaroa Harbour Cruises which take you to see a Seal colony along with the opportunity to swim with Hectors dolphins. French Farm Winery on the western side of the harbour is also worth a visit. |
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Golden Bay & Abel Tasman
This region offers many memorable visitor attractions to choose from. We highly recommend visiting the Abel Tasman National Park. The park is best explored on foot or by sea kayak. Kayaking one way and walking the other is a great way to enjoy the beauty of this picturesque piece of coastline. We also recommend visiting Farewell Spit at the northern end of Golden bay. Whilst a good deal more remote, experiencing this internationally-renowned bird sanctuary up close will make the long drive well worth it. |
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Wanaka
Wanaka offers many exciting and memorable tourist attractions for you to choose from. One of the best ways to take in the beauty of Lake Wanaka and the Mountain Aspiring National Park is on foot - on the many walkways that are located beside the lake. An excellent short walk (1 hour return) is up Mount Iron - the terrain is easy to negotiate and the views are unforgettable. The Lake Outlet Walk which begins at the Lake Wanaka outlet and finishes at Albert Town, offers easy walking and spectacular views of the Clutha River. It also provides wonderful fishing for keen anglers. Another more challenging, but no less spectacular walk, is up Mt Roy on the western side of Lake Wanaka. Further west up the Matukituki Valley, the Rob Roy walkway is a relatively easy walk and will reward you with captivating views of Rob Roy Glacier.
Other attractions include mountain climbing, river kayaking, water skiing, snow skiing, skydiving, scenic flights, paragliding, world-class vineyards and much more. |
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| New Zealand Visitor Visa Requirements |
| A Visitor's Visa is: |
- An endorsement you get in your passport to allow you to travel to New Zealand for the purpose of visiting; or
- An endorsement you get in your passport if you are already in New Zealand and wish to travel overseas and then return back to New Zealand for the purpose of visiting.
The Visitor's Visa shows you have permission to travel to New Zealand and may be granted a Visitor's Permit when you arrive. The visa may be for a single (for one journey) or multiple (for more than one journey) entry.
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| If you are from these countries you do not need a visa: |
| You do not need a visa or permit to visit New Zealand if you are: |
- A New Zealand citizen or Resident Permit holder; or
- An Australian citizen or resident who holds a current Australian resident return visa.
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