Plunge into the wonderful underwater world at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s and get up close with a diverse collection of aquatic life that includes the world’s largest sub-Antarctic penguin colony display, the biggest species of stingray and the largest collection of sharks. Marvel at amazing jellyfish display, see the world’s only display of Spiny Sea Dragons at the magical Seahorse Kingdom, or snorkel in the Shark Cage, there’s plenty to keep everyone enthralled.

Discover Auckland’s past, present and future within this impressive neoclassical architecture. Tāmaki Paenga Hira, the Museum's Māori name, means Auckland's memorial to fallen chiefs and their gathered taonga (treasures). The Museum stands on a hill known as Pukekawa, which holds a long and important history for Māori as a place of habitation, hunting and gardening. Besides war records and collections, the Museum also houses the region’s natural history, human history and documentary heritage collections.

Whet your penchant for adventure with a mind-blowing “Helidive” that combines a scenic helicopter flight which rewards you with panoramic views of the cityscape, with a skydive over the breath-taking eastern coastline. As you leap out of the helicopter over the ocean, experience a heart-pounding freefall followed by an exhilarating descent before finishing it off with a smooth landing in the sand on Summer beach.

Canyoning is the best way to explore Waikato’s well-known underground wonders and thrilling landscapes. For a truly magical experience, embark on a sunset canyoning adventure on hidden Raglan farmland. As you navigate the obstacles by climbing and abseiling the cascading waterfalls and jumping into the deep pools, you will arrive at the final waterfall where you will be rewarded with a luminescent display of thousands of twinkling glowworms.

Experience pure freedom at The Remarkables with sun-soaked chutes and untouched snow. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, high altitude and sunny slopes, there's no shortage of fun for everyone - a huge beginner area with programmes tailored for all ages and capabilities; extensive freestyle features that include up to seven terrain parks and unmatched views of the spectacular alpines across Queenstown valley.