A blissful escape to Lake Brunner
Serenely situated between bush-covered mountains with camera-ready panoramic views, Lake Brunner has been known as simply the largest lake in the northwestern South Island. However, with its envious year-round fishing conditions, numerous water activities
Must see sights from Coastal Pacific trains
The Coastal Pacific scenic train runs from Christchurch to Picton and covers some of New Zealand’s most beautiful, unique, and geographically amazing landscapes.
Spectacular Sights on the Northern Explorer
The North Island is a lush stretch of sleeping volcanoes, towering viaducts and deep serpentine gorges. And the Northern Explorer is the best way to see it all.
Escape Winter in Auckland
Embrace winter in all its frosty glory and travel between New Zealand's biggest cities, Auckland and Wellington. There is plenty to keep you entertained when the cold sets in!
Things to do in Christchurch Before Your Train Journey
Taking a journey on the TranzAlpine train? Why not get to Christchurch a day or two early and explore New Zealand’s oldest city?
Unique places to stay on the TranzAlpine train route
Welcome to the TranzAlpine train, one of the world’s most incredible train rides, stretching from Christchurch to Greymouth.
Family Fun in Kaikoura
There’s a place on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island where the mountains meet the sea; where the beauty of the landscape is matched only by the beauty of the people. This place is Kaikoura.
Popular Stops Along the TranzAlpine Track
With its reputation for being a must-do travel experience, the TranzAlpine journey through the South Island stays in the hearts of all its passengers long after their adventure.
From the Train to the Trails
From short rides that take an hour, to trails that go on for days, the North Island of New Zealand is home to some of the world’s best cycling.
Get Your Winter Fix in Ohakune and National Park
As the North Island’s self-proclaimed place for all things adventure, you’ll have so many activities on your to-do list. Here are our must-dos.
Kaikoura Earthquake Rips Through New Zealand
With mighty slips and huge fissures ripping up roads and sweeping the railway in to the sea - this is the story of the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake.
Is the TranzAlpine train on your must-do list this winter?
Discover a winter wonderland aboard the iconic TranzAlpine train travelling across the dusted snow capped Southern Alps.
