NEW ZEALAND
Boasting extensive coastlines, vast expanses of ocean and untouched native forests, cruising the two islands of New Zealand will make for the adventure of a lifetime and memories you’ll never forget. In the interest of time however, this itinerary focuses on the northern realm of the country, which is renowned for its tropical weather, beautiful backdrops and variety of destinations to discover ashore. The North Island is home to Auckland – the ‘City of Sails’ – where you won’t be short of luxury restaurants and fine dining, while further north, the Bay of Islands is the place to explore for a more tropical vibe with an abundance of marine life. It’s also idyllic for watersports and big-game fishing, and a spot you won’t want to miss out of any charter. Another draw is for diving enthusiasts, as New Zealand’s waters offer some of the world’s top diving locations where wrecks, drop-offs and subtropical reefs abound – try a descent after dark for a different experience. There’s also an abundance of marine life, meaning you can swim with dolphins at sunrise, whale-watch on the east coast or spot lazy seals dotted around the water’s edge, all in the space of 24 hours.
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