Te Urewera is the home to one of New Zealand’s greatest forests. Almost every bird species native to the North Island is to be found in this eastern pocket of lush bush and tucked away hidden amid the dense green growth is the stunning Lake Waikairemoana…
Experiencing the Glaciers
Westland Tai Poutini National Park has been an important place in the development of guiding in New Zealand during the early twentieth century. The Graham family were pioneers of the tourism industry in Westland. Brothers Peter and Alec were renowned guides who expertly guided parties up glaciers and mountains. Today tour operators continue to offer guided tours onto the glacier, with helicopters making it possible to readily experience their upper reaches.
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