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Castle Hill, Lord of the Rings

Castle Hill: #1 Exploring Lord of the Rings

Lord of the Rings film set, Castle Hill, in New Zealand’s Canterbury region. This surreal terrain provided the setting for the “Ring goes South” sequence in The Fellowship of the Ring.
Spring skiing at Whakapapa ski field, Mt Ruapehu 2023

Spring skiing at Mt Ruapehu

Spring skiing at Mt Ruapehu offers some of the best spring skiing in New Zealand. The mountain’s sun touched slopes undergo a transformation in spring.
Model Ship at National Army Museum, Waiouru

National Army Museum, Waiouru

The National Army Museum in Waiouru, New Zealand delves into New Zealand’s rich military legacy.

Lake Pukaki, New Zealand

Lake Pukaki is located in the Mackenzie Region of the South Island of New Zealand. It is the largest of three alpine lakes along the northern edge of the Mackenzie Basin.
Lake tekapo video 4K

Lake Tekapo video, New Zealand

Lake Tekapo, located in the Mackenzie Region of the South Island is mesmerising in it's beauty.
Tawhia (Gollum's Pool)

Tawhai Falls Video (Gollum’s Pool)

Nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand’s Tongariro National Park lies Tawhai Falls (Gollum's Pool). A film location for Peter Jackson’s iconic “Lord of the Rings” film trilogy.

Aurora Australis, the Southern Lights – Southland

The Southern Lights, Aurora Australis is one of the most stunning views you will see. We were lucky to see them on our latest trip to Southland.
Slope Point, Southland - New Zealand

Slope Point, The Catlins – Southland

Slope Point - The South Islands' most Southern point in New Zealand. It is hard to believe that Antarctica’s South Pole is the next stop.