WILDLIFE AND GOING WILD
Whilst Australia is blessed with vibrant birdlife such as parrots and parakeets, the birds in New Zealand are more demure, but equally as fabulous with their quirky characters.
The cheeky Kia is an animated bird that lives in snowy conditions, and believed to be the only alpine parrot in the world. Keep your eyes peeled for them on the South Island, and if one is taking flight above you, look out for their underwings which feature flashes of gorgeous greens and sunshine oranges.
And there are a number of endangered birds here too, so keen birdwatchers will be in their element with the myriad of birdlife that awaits, including the Meccano-like Albatross and the peculiar and clumsy-looking Spoonbill which all seem to wow and delight visitors.
From in the wild over to going wild, with New Zealand being a hub for all kinds of active adventures, if you’re looking to ramp up the thrill factor, you can take a jet boat ride on the Dart River in Queenstown, followed by a bush walk and 4x4 adventure.