Kahurangi National Park

My Geology Field Trip - Cobb Valley, Glacial Valley in South Island, NZ.

The Oparara Basin, tucked into the north west corner of New Zealand's South Island, is a walker's delight, with easy tracks to stunning locations. In this photo at Maria Gate Arch, a riot of colour is caused by the tannins in the water creating a river of yellows, oranges, reds and browns, which contrast with the white rocks and the lush green vegetation. Just stunning.
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Kohaihai is a campground at the northern end of the Karamea highway on the west coast of the South Island. From there we enjoyed a two hour (return) hike to Scott's Beach (this shot was from a lookout along the way). We didn't see another soul the entire time!

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QT Auckland

Auckland Central Business District

￥216,048

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Mar 18 - Mar 21

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Osaka (KIX) to Auckland (AKL)

9/10 Wonderful! (569 reviews)

Beautiful clean room. The staff were all lovely and very welcoming and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

The Hotel Britomart

Auckland Central Business District

￥217,451

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Mar 18 - Mar 21

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Osaka (KIX) to Auckland (AKL)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (519 reviews)

Beautiful hotel with outstanding guest service, a great location and nice rooms.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport

￥278,624

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Mar 24 - Mar 30

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Roundtrip flight included

Osaka (KIX) to Christchurch (CHC)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,021 reviews)

The experience here was excellent. My flight was extremely tragic and lots of issue and the staff were sympathetic and willing to help out so much. Check in and out process was seamless. The room was clean

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

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Ngarua Caves

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ngarua Caves, a lovely green space in Takaka Hill. Amble within the gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Riuwaka Resurgence

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Riuwaka Resurgence during your travels in Riwaka. Amble within the gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Neudorf

5/5(1 review)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Neudorf during your travels to Upper Moutere. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its wineries.

Kahurangi Estate

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Kahurangi Estate during your travels to Upper Moutere. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Skydive Abel Tasman

Catch an event at Skydive Abel Tasman during your trip to Motueka. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its wineries.

SimPit Technologies

Enjoy an outing to SimPit Technologies during your stay in Motueka. Wander the gardens and parks in this relaxing area.

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Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea.

Karamea West Coast

Karamea Hotel

Cnr Waverly St and Wharf Road Karamea

Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.

Karamea West Coast

Perfect, Tranquil Rural Escape - Couples, Families & Pets

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Motueka River Lodge

1173 Motueka Valley Highway Ngatimoti

The Barn Cabins & Camp

14 Harvey Road, RD 2 Marahau

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