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Fall in love with New Zealand by visiting its highlights on a fast-paced trip.

New Zealand Highlights

Explore all must-sees and venture off the beaten path on a spectacular road trip.

New Zealand Adventure

New Zealand

Enjoy the waterfalls at their fullest, the flowers blooming (those lupin fields on Lake Tekapo), and fewer crowds are also tempting. The hiking season for most Great Walks starts mid-October.

Spring

Summer is the most popular season and for a good reason. You can enjoy the widest spectrum of activities with pleasant hikes and warm beaches.

Summer

Fall is our favorite season, especially on the South Island. It is slightly colder, but you can still hike the Great Walks with fewer crowds while enjoying spectacular fall foliage scenery with the snowy peaks.

Fall

Winter months bring more rain to most of the North Island and colder temperatures across the country. Snow-peaked mountains are beautiful, but we don't recommend exploring in winter.

Winter

Land of the Long White Cloud

New Zealand – Land of the Long White Cloud

Kerosene Creek is a natural hot spring located outside Rotorua. The thermal waters of the creek flow through a bush setting with a beautiful waterfall, creating a natural and relaxing hot pool.

The water temperature is usually around 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit and is suitable for swimming. The surrounding bush and native vegetation create a serene atmosphere that is perfect for soaking in the hot water and enjoying the natural surroundings.

Kerosene Creek is free to access and open year-round, just a short walk from a roadside parking. While there are no facilities on-site, visitors are welcome to bring their own food and drinks and enjoy a picnic in the bush.

Detailed Guide

Kerosene Creek

This geothermal wonderland smells a bit like adventure (and sulfur)! From bubbling mud pools to the traditional Maori culture, it’s a place where the earth speaks.