No, sorry, these aren't full of chocolate as the name implies! They're actually named the chocolate hills because of their chocolate color. Legend has it that the hills were formed from brothers throwing rocks at each other.

For some reason I had always assumed these were man made but they're actually natural. Sadly, though, their beauty has meant people in the area have focused on the tourism of the terraces and not the preservation of them.

did a rope descent here. Very cool!

Yes, these are actually little glow worms--would love to see this in person!

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did a rope descent here. Very cool!

Anyone who loves caves will go crazy for a trip into the glowworm caves. When you turn off the lights and see thousands of bio-luminescent creatures hanging from the top of the cave ... well, it's something you just won't forget. If you're lucky, you'll also see some fresh-water eels slithering Anyone who loves caves will go crazy for a trip into the glowworm caves. When you turn off the lights and see thousands of bio-luminescent creatures hanging from the top of the cave ... well, it's something you just won't forget. If you're lucky, you'll also see some fresh-water eels slithering around your feet or a few big wetas cruising around.… see moresee less

Anyone who loves caves will go crazy for a trip into the glowworm caves. When you turn off the lights and see thousands of bio-luminescent creatures hanging from the top of the cave ... well, it's something you just won't forget. If you're lucky, you'll also see some fresh-water eels slithering Anyone who loves caves will go crazy for a trip into the glowworm caves. When you turn off the lights and see thousands of bio-luminescent creatures hanging from the top of the cave ... well, it's something you just won't forget. If you're lucky, you'll also see some fresh-water eels slithering around your feet or a few big wetas cruising around.… see moresee less

Yes, these are actually little glow worms--would love to see this in person!

did a rope descent here. Very cool!

Bioluminescent Bay night time

This may look doctored but it's actually not. The glow of this body of water is created by micro-organisms that are half-plant, half-animal and apparently go a little nuts at night. Somehow the result of their nutty-ness is this blue glow.

These boulders were actually formed by erosion and protected in a scientific reserve. That said, you can still get up close and personal with them and can even get in some of the cracked ones.

such an enchanting city...I was fortunate to live nearby for almost 3 months!

great city

I will be studying abroad here for en entire semester! I can't wait for Queen's Day!

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney

This is close to the Australian Heritage Hotel - a place to grab a croc, emu or kangaroo pizza!

Bay of Islands

If you want to hike on a glacier (which is an awesome experience), these guys are great.

Bluff, Southland, NZ

Cape Reinga Lighthouse, Cape Reinga, Northland, Nz

Timaru, Canterbury, NZ

Castlepoint, Wairarapa, Masterton, NZ

Akaroa Harbour, Canterbury, NZ

Napier, Hawke's Bay, NZ

The Stone Store, Kerikeri, Northland, NZ

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand - Mike Hollman Photography

Lake Taupo is a lake situated in the North Island of New Zealand. With a surface area of 616 square kilometres (238 sq mi), it is the largest lake by surface area in New Zealand, and the second largest freshwater lake by surface area in geopolitical Oceania. Lake Taupo has a perimeter of Lake Taupo is a lake situated in the North Island of New Zealand. With a surface area of 616 square kilometres (238 sq mi), it is the largest lake by surface area in New Zealand, and the second largest freshwater lake by surface area in geopolitical Oceania. Lake Taupo has a perimeter of approximately 193 kilometres, a deepest point of 186 metres. It is drained by the Waikato River (New Zealand's longest river).… see moresee less

Pretty amazing place, would highly recommend going and also the hike around the Volcano. The last time it erupted, it destroyed life in the Southern Hemisphere, so don't piss it off.

cool house

Not sure it was worth the trip to me, although the tunnel en route was an experience.

Interislander - connecting the North and South Islands of New Zealand

this is a great trip from wellington to picton

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Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand

can't wait to visit. i think a lot of people want to go here to celebrate "Lord Of The Rings." I want to go to New Zealand to celebrate "Flight of the Conchords."

I love this town. Bought jade necklaces, day tripped to Taupo, went to the Spa and swam in the naturally heated outdoor pool in winter. Love the black swans in the lake. Got some gorgeous pictures at the end of the day.

Arrowtown, Otago, NZ

Very pretty

Tauranga Mount View, Bay of Plenty, NZ

Whangarei Waterfall, Whangarei, Northland, NZ

2012 - Weekend away in Hamilton

Beautiful natural hot springs and a great spot for adventure! :)

Wild mix of boiling earth and London-esque flower gardens. Beware of Kerosene Creek, cool place, but the odds of getting your car broken into are very high. I was warned, tried to be careful, and still got robbed

2012 - Rotorua, New Zealand