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The Best Photography Locations In NEW ZEALAND

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In this collection I will share the very best locations for photography in the beautiful country that is New Zealand! After living on both islands of this incredible part of the world, I have some photos very dear to my heart. From the famous Wanaka ...
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The South Island

Here on New Zealand's South Island you won't be disappointed! With these locations I list below you will discover some of the world's most beautiful scenery!

 
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Mount Cook/ Aoraki National Park - Hooker Valley and Tasman Lakes. Here's why the Hooker Valley track needs to be on your South Island itinerary | #PureNewZealand #TravelNewZealand #Hikes
Hooker Valley - Mt Cook / Aoraki National Park
 
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Arthur's Pass and The Devil's Punchbowl. Arthur's Pass, 6 Things to Do Along New Zealand's Most Dangerous Road
Arthur's Pass and The Devil's Punchbowl
 
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The Wanaka Tree - Lake Wanaka Otago. Read all about this incredible part of New Zealand's South Island, there's much more to see than the famous tree!
Lake Wanaka - Otago
 
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Have you ever seen the photos of rolling fields of Lavender and wondered where the heck they were taken? Is there even Lavender in New Zealand? Are you like me and love the smell of lavender so much you could roll around in it for hours? If you’re al...
Lavender Farm - Wanaka
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You’re going to want to add Moke Lake to your itinerary. There are so many beautiful lakes in the South Island with scenic trails of varying lengths, but most of these you’ll have to share with other visitors and nature lovers. That’s not the case wi...
Moke Lake Loop Track + Secret Lookout
 
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Dinosaur Eggs? Alien Pods? Or purely a natural wonder? Either way, Moeraki Boulders Beach is a geological wonder that’s an iconic part of the country’s landscape and Maori culture. If you’re looking for unique landscapes while you’re in New Zealand, ...
The Moeraki Boulders
 
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Purakaunui Falls is tucked away down a 4km gravel road that gets very narrow in places. You might want to rethink this section of the Catlins road trip if you’re in a large motorhome. There’s a pretty big car park along with long drop toilets and a m...
Purakaunui Falls - The Catlins
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Visiting Milford Sound is on the bucket list of every visitor who comes to New Zealand – and rightly so. With almost 1million visitors each year, it’s an internationally renowned world heritage site that shouldn’t be missed. Only a Milford Sound scen...
Milford Sound
 
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I was reluctant to add it to this list because of how secluded and secret it felt every time we visited. So, as a compromise, This was our absolute favourite place for sunset and when the tide was right, we could get some incredible photos. So why wa...
Motukiekie Beach - West Coast
 
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Have you ever visited a place that unexpectedly captured a part of your soul? A place that spoke to you on a deeper level and you hated the fact you had to share it with others? This is what happened to me when I visited Lake Matheson. Do you want to...
Lake Matheson

The North Island

New Zealand's North Island is home to some of the planet's most astonishing landscapes. From the snowy peak of Mt. Taranaki to a sea cliff shaped like an elephant… This Island has it all! 

 
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Lake Taupō Maori Carvings. Looking for a bit of adventure? Spend the day kayaking on Lake Taupo and discover incredible Maori rock carvings while you're there!!
Lake Taupō - Maori Carvings
 
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Mount Taranaki - Egmont National Park / Te Papakura o Taranaki. A mind blowing hike at Mount Taranaki and some other fun things to do when you're there!
Mount Taranaki and Mirror Lakes
 
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Tama Lakes and Tongariro National Park alpine hikes. Is the Tama Lakes track New Zealand's most underrated hike? We think so! Read more about this stunning walk with alpine and volcanic scenery!
Tama Lakes - Tongariro National Park
 
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The Coromandel - Cathedral Cove is a stunning seascape fantastic for photography. we loved it for the unique rock formations that stick out of the shallows, they made us question what this area must have been like thousands of years ago.
The Coromandel - Cathedral Cove
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Mount Maunganui, on the outskirts of Tauranga, is the perfect coastal escape with volcanic views, and is an absolute must for your New Zealand itinerary.
Mount Maunganui
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The Putangirua Pinnacles are famed for their appearance in New Zealand’s lesser-known film – Lord of The Rings. Perfect unique landscape for photography!
Putangirua Pinnacles - Cape Palliser
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White cliffs, black sand and clear blue waters. Why wouldn't you want to visit? Here's why we named Mahia Peninsula one of New Zealand's hidden gems!
The Mahia Peninsula
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