The famous list recommends people visit Aotearoa if they want a trip full of adventure. Photo / Supplied
The famous list recommends people visit Aotearoa if they want a trip full of adventure. Photo / Supplied
Adventure-loving travellers should book a trip to New Zealand in 2023 according to National Geographic's latest annual travel list.
National Geographic's highly anticipated 'Best in the World' list is released every year and includes recommendations on "superlative destinations" to visit.
Described as an adventure capital, New Zealand's recentopening and abundance of outdoor activities put it on the list as one of the best destinations in the world for adventure.
"The country that brought you bungee jumping is bouncing back from the pandemic," wrote National Geographic before describing the country as a place travellers can rekindle their sense of adventure post-pandemic.
Queenstown in particular was called out for its skiing, hiking and the newest Great Ride, the Queenstown Trail.
Queenstown was called out as a region full of adventure. Photo / Supplied
Other top adventure spots on the list included Utah, the Austrian Alps, Choquequirao in Peru and Mexico's Revillagigedo National Park.
The annual report is created by National Geographic's global editors and this year the 25 destinations were separated into five categories; community, nature, culture, family, and adventure.
Overall, the theme of the list was 'respect'; for the environment, local people and their cultures. The list has prioritised destinations that have prioritised community-led conservation work, sustainability and inclusivity.
