COROMANDEL PENINSULA: PRISTINE BEACHES
The Coromandel Peninsula is a great site for a honeymoon in New Zealand because of the area’s native forests, stunning beaches, kind hospitality, and laid-back atmosphere.
Attractions for tourists include kayaking and hiking at Hahei Beach, a romantic stroll along Cathedral Cove’s naturally occurring cathedral-like arches, and digging your own spa pool at Hot Water Beach.
The three best hotels are Tatahi Lodge Beach Resort on Hahei Beach, Tairua Shores Motel, and 970 Lonely Bay on Cooks Beach.
For the Hot Water Beach, the best time to visit is from March to August; however, all year round is OK.
AUCKLAND: THE BEST CITY LIFE
Auckland is a shopper’s paradise with everything from high-end luxury clothing to outdoor street markets. The pleasure of a New Zealand honeymoon is enhanced by the abundance of various cafes, fascinating restaurants, and exciting nightclubs. You can also partake in the fun activities in Auckland to best explore the city.
Tourist Attractions: Eating in the Orbit restaurant, which revolves 360 degrees, skywalking around the Sky Tower pergola, skydiving off the Sky Tower, and climbing to the 260-meter summit of Rangitoto Island are all popular activities.
The Hotel DeBrett, Sky City Grand, and Rendezvous Hotel are the best accommodations.
When to go: October to March.
WAIHEKE ISLAND: GORGEOUS LANDSCAPES
This is the destination if you’re seeking for a stunning island to spend your honeymoon on while visiting New Zealand. This is unquestionably the best honeymoon destination in New Zealand.
You can reach the Waiheke Island’s quiet, undeveloped beaches and stunning vineyards after a quick 50-minute ferry voyage from Auckland. The island, a romantic getaway, is a must-see location to guarantee the ideal honeymoon in New Zealand.
Tourist Attractions: A scenic tour of the island, secluded beach walks, and a drive-through visit to the wineries.
The Boatshed Boutique Hotel, Delamore Lodge, and Formosa Golf Resort are the best locations to stay.
Best months to go are October through April
HOBBITON IN MATAMATA: EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTIFUL SHIRE
The Hobbiton Movie Set is located in the Matamata district, around two hours’ drive from Auckland, where you can see the lovely Shire and the Hobbit world. Although the region offers a variety of different farm stay alternatives, the Shire and Hobbiton Movie Set are the ideal locations for a New Zealand honeymoon.
The Shire from the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings trilogies may be experienced, and there are also guided tours of the filming locations, isolated farm stays for the ideal romantic getaway, exotic drinks at the Green Dragon Pub, and delicious meals at the Shires Rest.
Chestnut Lane Cottage and Farm Stays are the best places to stay.
The ideal time to travel is any time of year.
QUEENSTOWN: COUNTRY’S ADVENTURE CAPITAL
Looking for some fun on your expensive honeymoon to New Zealand? Come on in! Queenstown, the nation’s adventure hub, is one of New Zealand’s top spots for newlyweds. This is one of those honeymoon destinations in New Zealand where you may both partake in a variety of adventurous activities
Tourist attractions include Dart River Safari, the highest bungee in Australasia at Nevis Bungee, and skiing and snowboarding from April to November
Best hotels include Sofitel Queenstown Spa and Hotel, Kohara Lodge, which has won numerous awards, and Rees Hotel.
Best months to go are December through February
MILFORD SOUND: KIPLING’S EIGHTH WONDER
Milford Sound, once hailed as the “Eighth Wonder of the World” by Rudyard Kipling, is no longer among the most popular honeymoon spots in New Zealand.
Tourist attractions include Sunderland Falls, Milford Road picturesque drives, deep sea diving, seeing the 1000-meter-tall Mitre Peak rise directly out of the water, and kayaking.
The Milford Sound Lodge, which offers a variety of lodging options, including Riverside Chalets, Backpacker-style rooms, and Campervan sites, is the best place to stay.
All year round is the ideal time to visit.
ROTORUA: GEOTHERMAL HOT SPRINGS
For honeymooners, Rotorua in New Zealand offers a tranquil and pleasant vacation. It is one of the most incredible honeymoon destinations in New Zealand due to the geothermal hot springs and opulent resorts.
Tourist attractions include the mineral pools at the Polynesian Spa, the mud baths at the Hell’s Gate hot springs, the private spa for couples, and the massages at the Wai Ora Day Spa
Best lodging options include Arista of Rotorua, Cedarwood Lakeside, and Lake Okareka Lodge.
November through May is the best season to travel.
WEST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND: PANORAMIC SIGHTS
Your list of places to visit in New Zealand for your honeymoon must include the wild, beautiful, and unspoiled West Coast of the South Island. It is the ideal location to discover new things, have novel experiences, and have an unforgettable honeymoon.
Swing bridges, treks, an amusement park, historic sites, Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki, Pancake Seal Colony, breathtaking Tasman Sea views, and Paparoa National Park are just a few of the tourist attractions in the Buller Gorge
The Breakers Boutique B&B, Westport Holiday Park, and Buller Court in Palmerston are the best hotels.
Best months to go are December through February.
FOX GLACIER: STUNNING LANDSCAPES
The Fox Glacier is one of New Zealand’s wintertime honeymoon spots. The glaciers in New Zealand move far more quickly than glaciers elsewhere in the world.
Heli-hiking from Fox Glacier, skydiving, beach and lagoon walks by the sea, visits to Mount Cook, the highest mountain in the world, and the high alpine glaciers, as well as breath-taking hikes through the lush rainforest are all popular tourist attractions.
Best months to go are May through September.
DUNEDIN: NATURE’S DELIGHT
Among the romantic locations in New Zealand, Dunedin stands out for offering a special opportunity to discover nature while interacting with penguins and albatrosses. Your honeymoon in New Zealand will be more romantic thanks to these environmental excursions.
Attractions for tourists include the Elm Wildlife Tour on the Otago Peninsula, the Southern Royal Albatross Colony at Taiaroa Head, the only albatross nesting site that is close to a human settlement, the Otago Settlers Museum, and the Monarch Wildlife Tour on a private farm beach where you can see seals, sea elephants, sea lions, and Yellow-Eyed Penguins feeding their young.
The Camp Estate, Fantail Lodge Cottages, and Larnach Castle Lodge are the top locations to stay.
December to July are the best months to travel (August to September is the nesting period of these birds)
