Nature and Eco Tourism

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• Catlins Eco Tourism Park   (www.catlinsnz.com)

  Situated in the magnificent and pristine Catlins Forestry Park, in an untouched part of Southland, in the South Island.

• Eastwoodhill Arboretum   (www.eastwoodhill.org.nz)

  Situated near Gisborne, on the east coast of the North Island, Eastwoodhill Arboretum is a picturesque 30 minute drive through vineyards and farmland.

• Ecotours Marlborough Sounds   (www.ecotoursmarlboroughsounds.co.nz)

  Offering guided tours through Blumine Island Wildlife Sanctuary in the Queen Charlotte Sound, introducing you to native birds, insects and plants.

• Glacier Country Lake Tours   (www.laketours.co.nz)

  Operates sightseeing and wildlife eco-cruises across the untouched beauty of Lake Mapourika, near Franz Josef glacier. Glacier Country Lake Tours offer a safe, tranquil and easy adventure operating all year round in most weather conditions.

• Glacier Valley Eco Tours   (www.glaciervalley.co.nz)

  In South Westland you will find New Zealand's own glacier country, home to spectacular glaciers, pristine rivers, primeval forests, towering mountains and unique wetlands. Glacier Valley Eco Tours operate guided tours in the South Westland World Heritage area.

• Hawkes Bay Holt Planetarium   (mysite.xtra.co.nz/~HoltPlanetarium)

  This site is used to promote the use of the Hawkes Bay Holt Planetarium, which in turn will give you an appreciation of the night sky, and inform you about astronomy, space exploration & related topics.

• Kiwi Valley   (www.kiwivalley.co.nz)

  Offering a 'hands on' Kiwiana country experience, on a farm in the foothills of the Waitakere rainforest.

• Miranda Shorebird Centre   (www.miranda-shorebird.org.nz)

  Formed to encourage people to visit the coastline and appreciate its wide range of flora and fauna.

• Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary   (www.mount-tutu.co.nz)

  Take a journey to Mount Tutu and stay in private bed and breakfast accommodation, within a native rainforest setting. Situated 18kms from central Tauranga, the area offers a glow worm experience, bush walks, bird life, and trees that are over 500 years old.

• Oraka Deer Park   (www.oraka-deer.co.nz)

  A deer park and restaurant, available for weddings and special events. There is also self-contained or catered cottage accommodation offered.

• Otago Peninsula   (www.otago-peninsula.co.nz)

  Home of an abundance of wildlife, the Otago Peninsula is world famous for its populations of albatross and yellow eyed penguin. Visit the site for information on this unique region.

• Pee Jay White Island Tours   (www.whiteislandadventures.co.nz)

  Enjoy an amazing natural experience with a fully guided walking tour of White Island.

• Pukaha Mount Bruce   (www.mtbruce.org.nz)

  A memorable wildlife viewing, eco and nature tour experience in the Wairarapa. Experience some of New Zealand’s endangered wildlife up close and in the wild. Learn about what is being done to save kiwi, tuatara, kokako, kaka and return them to our forest.

• Quartz Hill Reserve   (www.quartzhillreserve.org.nz)

  A charitable trust taking care of the Makara Beach area on Wellington's west coast, providing public access to this unique place.

• The Butterfly and Orchid Garden   (www.butterfly.co.nz)

  The home of up to 350 buttterflies from the tropical regions of Asia, Central America, Africa and Australia.

• Vanished World Centre   (www.vanishedworld.co.nz)

  Geological features of the Waitaki District are showcased at the Vanished World Centre at Duntroon and on the Vanished World Trail.

• Waiau Downs Farm Adventures   (www.farmadventures.co.nz)

  Waiau Downs has 4500 sheep, ponies, a horse, donkeys, pet lambs, cattle, deer and many dogs. They offer a unique farm experience, including sheep shearing, wool-handling, cow milking, deer farm tours and much more.

• Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland   (www.geyserland.co.nz)

  Geothermal sightseeing attraction near Rotorua. Attractions include mud pools, hot pools, nature tracks, minerals and volcanic activity.

• Waitomo Caves   (www.waitomocaves.co.nz)

  Journey underground on a subterranean adventure through limestone chambers and passages, surrounded by cave decorations and a galaxy of tiny living lights found in the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

• Whirinaki   (www.whirinakirainforest.info)

  One of the world's most precious rain forests in Te Urewera. Offering tramping, walking, nature, Maori hospitality and culture.