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Explore snow-capped mountains, glaciers and towering fiords in The Lord of the Rings territory.

South Island has some of the best scenery New Zealand has to offer, from sparkling lakes and snow-topped peaks to sweeping beaches and rolling countryside. Around every corner there is something to photograph. Be sure to visit Mount Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand where Sir Edmund Hillary developed his skills in preparation for Mount Everest. If you visit nearby Lake Matheson on a clear day, you’ll have the chance to capture the famous mirror image of the lake reflecting the mountain.

There’s more to New Zealand’s South Island than just its scenic beauty. There are plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities from kiwis and albatross to dolphins and sperm whales. The cities of Christchurch and Queenstown are popular year-round and both must-sees for an authentic taste of Kiwi life and adrenaline-fuelled adventures.

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