New Zealand In Depth https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/tag/new-zealand-in-depth/ Informing, connecting and developing the world’s travel industry professionals. Mon, 10 Apr 2023 06:09:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 New Zealand In Depth: “A lake on an island, on a lake on an island” https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/new-zealand-in-depth-mou-waho/ Thu, 27 Jun 2019 03:24:30 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=509198 The post New Zealand In Depth: “A lake on an island, on a lake on an island” appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

New Zealand In Depth is working with eco-tourism experts at Eco Wanaka Adventures to allow guests to experience “a lake on an island, on a lake on an island”.

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New Zealand In Depth is working with eco-tourism experts at Eco Wanaka Adventures to allow guests to experience “a lake on an island, on a lake on an island”.

Lake Wanaka is a 74-square-mile mass of water, the fourth largest lake in New Zealand. In the middle of the lake sits the Mou Waho Island, which is home to its own lake, the Arethusa Pool.

“The island of Mou Waho is now a predator-free reserve and home to the rare flightless Buff Weka which has been extinct on the mainland since 1920,” said Paul Carberry, founder of New Zealand In Depth. “It is a magical island that takes you right into the heart of nature – and at the heart of it all is the lake on the island, on the lake on the island.”New Zealand In Depth - 2

The adventure with New Zealand In Depth starts with a 25-minute boat trip from Wanaka over to the Mou Waho Island and nature reserve where guests embark on a one-hour guided bush walk to the lake at the top of the island.

The trip continues with “High Tea” on top of the island overlooking both lakes, where guests can have a drink and enjoy the panorama of the Southern Alps and Mt Aspiring National Park.

To finish the trip, guests will have the chance to participate in conservation efforts by planting a native tree giving back to New Zealand’s environment.

“An immersive natural paradise”

“This is one of those bucket list adventures that many New Zealanders hope to achieve, and you can see why,” added Carberry. “The trip lasts around three and a half hours in total and transports you to an immersive natural paradise. If you’re lucky, you’ll even meet the friendly local pair of Buff Weka called Sally and Wally.”

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Buff Weka, a flightless bird species of the rail family

The adventure to Mou Waho Island and its famous lake can be added to any personalised trip to the region. A 14-day self-drive New Zealand adventure costs from GBP 2,400 (USD 3,043) per person, based on two people travelling. This includes B&B accommodation, all breakfasts, car hire and Eco Wanaka Cruise and Nature Island Walk to Mou Waho Island. Not including flights.

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Ewe Zealand: New Zealand In Depth unveil luxury bucolic retreat https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/cabot-lodge-new-zealand/ Thu, 02 Aug 2018 11:21:37 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=477267 The post Ewe Zealand: New Zealand In Depth unveil luxury bucolic retreat appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

New Zealand In Depth, purveyors of specialist travel experiences, have announced the launch of a new luxury property in New Zealand – and it comes with a side order of lamb.

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New Zealand In Depth, purveyors of specialist travel experiences, have announced the launch of a new luxury property in New Zealand – and it comes with a side order of lamb.

Drawing on New Zealand’s reputation as producers of some the finest ovine products on the market, the travel firm has created an authentic working sheep farm experience – but with all of the comfort and service associated with a luxury lodge.

Paul Carberry, founder of New Zealand In Depth, said: “Cabot Lodge will bring something new and exciting for guests travelling to New Zealand later this year. It has perfectly combined authentic New Zealand with true luxury, whilst still feeling like you are part of the family. Everything has been thought of from the views and activities on offer, through to the delicious farm-style breakfast. This is one that we expect to book up quickly!”

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Located in the heart of the Cathedral Peaks Station, bordering the Fiordland National Park, Cabot Lodge – built and owned by fifth-generation sheep farmers the McDonalds – features four differently themed suites. These make for ideal accommodations for weary guests after a long day exploring the dramatic locale.

Guests of the lodge can enjoy the fruits of the family’s labour, served with fresh honey, berries, meats, as well as the fresh produce from the glasshouse and eggs from the resident chickens. That’s not to mention full farm-style breakfasts on the menu every morning, and pre-dinner drinks and canapes served daily. Guests are also able to request lunch hampers, to keep them fed and watered while trekking through Fiordland.

“The lodge is in such a spectacular spot with the option to arrive by helicopter on a 25-minute flight from Queenstown, a 10-minute light aircraft from Te Anau airport, or a spectacular drive up to the lodge,” added Carberry. “It’s also the seclusion that appeals for this luxury property allowing guest to experience authentic New Zealand in the privacy of the lodge that looks out to picture perfect farmland, fiords and mountains beyond.”

Cabot Lodge opens in November 2018 and will be available for bookings all year-round. A five-night six-day trip with New Zealand In Depth costs from £1800 (USD 2,355) per person including two nights at Cabot Lodge, three nights at Azur Lodge in Queenstown on a B&B basis with car hire.

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New Zealand proposes tourism tax to fund conservation https://dev.traveldailymedia.com/new-zealand-tourist-tax/ Fri, 29 Jun 2018 01:54:13 +0000 https://www.traveldailymedia.com/?p=473670 The post New Zealand proposes tourism tax to fund conservation appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD.

New Zealand tourism is preparing to further conserve its native species and redevelop tourism infrastructure all funded through a new tourism tax reported to be introduced in 2019.

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New Zealand tourism is preparing to further conserve its native species and redevelop tourism infrastructure all funded through a new tourism tax reported to be introduced in 2019.

The number of visitors to New Zealand has grown strongly over the past few years, and growth is expected to continue. The Government is proposing an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy to ensure our international visitors contribute to the infrastructure they use and help protect the natural environment they enjoy.

The New Zealand Government is finalising plans for the new ‘tourism tax’ which is expected to be up to NZD 35 per person (USD 23) paid on entry to the country. Although no date has yet been set for the start of the levy it is likely to come into operation in late 2019 and will affect anyone travelling thereafter.

It is expected that the said tourism tax will apply to the majority of travellers. Current plans would exclude children under 2 years-old, Australian citizens and permanent residents, people from the Pacific Islands Forum countries (including Tonga and Samoa), anyone travelling on a diplomatic medical and humanitarian visa, military, business visitor visas and APEC business traveller card holders.

Paul Carberry, founder of New Zealand In Depth and specialist travel advisor, said; “At the moment the plans are still being finalised and nothing has been set in stone, however the word across the New Zealand tourism industry is to expect changes to be enforced by the end of 2019.”

Tax to fund conservation

The new visa and ETA system is estimated to raise up to NZD 80 million a year. Carberry adds; “There has been a surge in tourism in New Zealand in the last four years and this understandably puts a strain on infrastructure. Reports show that money raised from this project will be directed towards this and the ongoing conservation of native New Zealand animal and plant species.”

More specifically, documentation from the project has specified that the money raised will initially be spent on amenities including car parks, toilets and walking track maintenance, and in support of conservation projects including native planting, breeding programmes and predator eradication.

“Giving some targeted funding to the Department of Conservation and local operators”

“These are all things that will ultimately benefit visitors and it’s great to see the New Zealand Government giving some targeted funding to the Department of Conservation and local operators,” adds Carberry.

Experts across the New Zealand tourism sector do not expect the new Tourism Tax to adversely affect visitor numbers, seeing the programme as a positive investment in the future of both tourism and conservation for the country.

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