Action-packed experiences in and on the water

With its vast coastline stretching from sub-tropical to sub-Antarctic, its inland lakes and spectacular rivers, gulfs and fiords, sounds and islands, Aotearoa is defined by its relationship to the water. You don't have to travel far to make the most of these incredible watery playgrounds.

Canterbury yachtie Graham Mander's death 'end of a sailing era'

The magic of Kaikōura: Nature and stoic optimism

The new, ancient 2400-year-old undersea tourist attraction

Cyprus is hoping the new diving attraction brings in some much-needed tourism.

Niue: The tropical island Kiwis will soon be able to fly to

The tip of an ancient volcano – poking up out of the Pacific Ocean – is likely to become the next big travel destination for Kiwis.

Dreams, disasters and a Lake Taupō love story

On the water, Sue Hoffart finds a nautical saga that has it all.

Ticking off Taranaki's surf 'n' snow double-header

Traditional methods inspire epic Cook Islands vaka voyage

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Surfer's injury nearly cost him an eye

When Mick Andrews' surf board whacked him in the eye he immediately had a sense of dread.

Tongariro: Why you should visit NZ's first National Park

Born from the extremes of a still-active volcanic history, Tongariro National Park is a year-round adventurers' destination.

Sea meditation and a giant slide: Auckland's new floating day retreat

Expect to sweat as you explore hidden islands of the Hauraki Gulf on an 81-foot motor yacht. And to act like you're 10 years old again.

Inside NZ's hidden mountain hot springs

Tucked among the snow-capped Southern Alps is a hot spring heaven that won't remain off the radar for long.

Three of the best things to do in Murchison

This tiny town at the top of the South Island isn’t known as the white water capital of Aotearoa for nothing

Canterbury yachtie Graham Mander's death 'end of a sailing era'

Revered yachtie Graham Mander lived and breathed sailing. An Olympian and national champion, he made massive contributions to the sport he dedicated his life to.

The magic of Kaikōura: Nature and stoic optimism

“I’ve lived here all my life, but sometimes I look out the window and go, ‘Wow – I’ve never seen that before.’”

The new, ancient 2400-year-old undersea tourist attraction

Cyprus is hoping the new diving attraction brings in some much-needed tourism.

Niue: The tropical island Kiwis will soon be able to fly to

The tip of an ancient volcano – poking up out of the Pacific Ocean – is likely to become the next big travel destination for Kiwis.

Dreams, disasters and a Lake Taupō love story

On the water, Sue Hoffart finds a nautical saga that has it all.

Ticking off Taranaki's surf 'n' snow double-header

As the sun rose on Wednesday, Edward Guy was catching waves off the Oakura coast. By lunchtime he was skiing the slopes of Taranaki Maunga.

Traditional methods inspire epic Cook Islands vaka voyage

This voyage sees a crew of mostly young Cook Islanders sailing to all of the country's 15 islands and atolls.

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