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Useful Links
Conservation-minded New Zealand Operators Great NZ operators committed to conservation... Ruggedy Range Wilderness Experience Furhana and her team operate "off the beaten track" wilderness adventures on Stewart Island in the deep south. Guided Walks & Treks - Kiwi Spotting Trips - Bird Watching - Sea Kayaking. Great for extra wilderness adventures. www.ruggedyrange.com
Bush & Beyond Guided Walks Bill and Maryann provide 1-day and multi-day hikes into the Kahurangi National Park, at the northern end of the South Island. With more than 1,200 native plant species (50% of New Zealand’s total) Kahurangi is the most diverse botanical area in the country. Great hikes - great people. www.bushandbeyond.co.nz
The Resurgence Lodge & Cottages Clare and Peter have created wonderful 5-star accommodation in 50 acres of native bush. A great place to base yourself when exploring the Nelson region and of course our 3 nearby national parks. www.resurgence.co.nz For New Zealand and Travel information... Air New Zealand Our national airline, a member of the Star Alliance airlines group, provides regular flights between New Zealand, UK, Europe, North America and Asia. They also operate domestic flights throughout New Zealand. www.airnewzealand.com
Qantas fly between New Zealand and the northern hemisphere also. Lots of flights, with Australian-style service! www.qantas.com
The Department of Conservation has responsibility for conserving nearly 30% of New Zealand's land area in national parks and reserves. You can find information about the Milford Track and other "Great Walks in the "Explore" Section. www.doc.govt.nz
Advice on Visitor Visas for New Zealand. Find the New Zealand embassy nearest you, and information about your nationality's visitor visa requirements. www.nzembassy.com Click-NZ.com for a variety of New Zealand travel information www.click-nz.com
US Passport & Visa Specialists Are you American? Do you need a new passport or visa? Contact www.quickpassport.com
The Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society is New Zealand’s largest national conservation organisation with 40,000 members in 54 branches around the country. Learn more about their campaigns and conservation activities. www.forestandbird.org.nz
Friends Of Flora A true grass-roots conservation group. Their dedicated team of volunteers operate 30km of trap lines to protect the threatened native flora and fauna of the Flora Valley area of the Kahurangi National Park. www.fof.org.nz
Pohatu Penguin Colony A White-flippered Penguin colony on a Banks Peninsula farm is protected largely by the farm-owners, Francis and Shireen Helps. Visitors are encouraged to learn about their behaviour, life-cycle, and the predatory threats during a personally guided walk. Visit their website at www.pohatu.co.nz
Wild Earth Adventures operate active and educational small-group holidays around Canada, with canoeing, trekking, kayaking and horse treks. www.wildearth-adventures.com
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