Nothing beats the back-to-work blues like having another adventure booked in the not-too-distant future.
It feels like having something to look forward to has never been so important – but when the Christmas tree has been packed away for another year and the work week comes calling, it can be all too easy to get sucked back into the "busy" routine. The solution is simple; book your next adventure now, so that horizon looks rosy from wherever you're sitting. There's so much more to summer than the new-year break – long days beckon for new excursions throughout the hot months, and planning your Waitangi and Auckland anniversary weekends now will mean not only monetary savings, but banking some future holiday fun too. Here are a few stellar deals to make sure there's plenty to look forward to on the calendar this summer.
Manea Whānau Summer Stunner - Northland
In the heart of the Hokianga, you and the family could be enriching yourselves with a unique and wonderful cultural experience. The Manea Whānau Summer Stunner deal includes one night at The Heads, with views of the Hokianga Harbour in a beachfront apartment; a 75-minute multisensory journey of guided storytelling – through art, taonga, film and performance; and a Twilight Encounter Footprints Waipoua, which will take you into the forest to meet some giants, including the mighty Tāne Mahuta.
$699 for two adults and two children. Book at maneafootprints.co.nz/book-now
Kāpiti Coast Package - Kāpiti
Kāpiti Island is a hidden gem of spectacular natural beauty. Explore this magical place on a leisurely weekend with the Kāpiti Coast Package. It includes return flights with Air Chatham for two via Auckland (depart Friday, return Sunday), a two-night stay in a spacious one-bedroom apartment at Raumati Sands Resort, only 100 metres from the beach, plus two day-tour tickets to explore Kāpiti Island's rich flora and fauna with a nature guide, before a beautifully cooked lunch at the Lodge.
From $1383 for 2 adults. Book at airchathams.co.nz/packages/kapiti-package
3 National Parks in 3 Days Package - Tasman
The Tasman District boasts some of the country's most stunning natural scenery and with Wine, Art & Wilderness' '3 National Parks in 3 Days' deal you'll experience three fully guided hikes in three very different settings. Relax on golden sands, or hike the world famous Abel Tasman Coastal Track; take in stunning views from Mt Arthur in Kahurangi, New Zealand's second largest national park; and walk among native forest and alongside beautiful alpine lakes in Nelson Lakes National Park. With a group of four or more, you'll receive a 20 per cent discount.
Package price from $1199 per person, but with a group of four or more, you'll receive a 20 per cent discount. Book at wineartandwilderness.co.nz
Stay & Ride at Hotel St Moritz - Queenstown
As if time spent at Queenstown's Hotel St Moritz wasn't a treat enough, now you can opt in for the Stay & Ride three-night package deal. Get out and explore the Wakatipu basin and its many cycle trails on an e-bike from Around the Basin, including historic sites of Arrowtown, the Gibbston Valley wine region or maybe have a picnic on the shore of the Kawarau River overlooking the rugged mountains. An e-bike for the day, breakfast at the hotel, and a $100 hotel credit to spend during your stay are all
yours.
From $274 per night. Book at stmoritz.co.nz/offers/stay-ride-with-our-holiday-saver
Holiday Saver Package at Peppers on the Point - Lake Rotorua
Make a romantic weekend of it while getting out into some incredible nature with a luxury
stay at Peppers on the Point overlooking Lake Rotorua. Stay two nights in a Lakeview Lodge Suite and also included will be a three-course dinner for two, breakfast daily for two, a box of handmade New Zealand chocolates and two tickets to experience the majestic Redwood Treewalk.
From $1240 per couple. Book at peppers.co.nz/on-the-point
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Helicopter & Hummers: Eat, Stay & Fly Package - West Coast
Experience the high, literally, with a scenic glacier flight over Franz Josef with Glacier Country Helicopters on the wild West Coast. You'll also be treated to a snow landing, stretch hummer ride and a two-course à la carte dinner at Blue Ice Restaurant in Franz Josef, before a good night's rest at Aspen Court Motel.
From $325 per person. Book at glaciercountryhelicopters.co.nz/book.
For even more ideas on how to extend your summer, find more deals and packages on newzealand.com/nz.
Before starting your adventure, please check current alert level restrictions
and adhere to the Government guidance provided at covid19.govt.nz