Sail through the Bay of Islands, sample world-class wines in Hawke’s Bay, marvel the beauty of Milford Sound from the skies, and play New  Zealand’s most spectacular coastal courses.

Why New Zealand?
Few destinations combine natural grandeur, elite golf, and refined hospitality with the seamlessness of New Zealand. This is a land shaped by contrast: snow-capped alpine ranges rise above deep fjords, rolling farmlands stretch toward volcanic lakes, and wild coastlines frame fairways that feel carved from the land itself.

Despite its remoteness, the country unfolds naturally, short internal flights connecting North and South making travel effortless. Golf here is not only world-class, but often spectacular: cliff-edge tee boxes, glacial backdrops, and thoughtful architecture meet exceptional service and pristine course conditioning.

Accommodation elevates the experience still further. From heritage river lodges to contemporary coastal suites, the stays in New Zealand are always rooted in their surroundings and with a sense of privacy and place.

What to do
The spirit of adventure is strong in New Zealand, whether that’s cultural, gastronomic or the great outdoors. In the far south, a scenic helicopter flight over Milford Sound offers a sense of scale that words can’t convey; you’ll touch down amid alpine silence for a picnic that feels as private as the planet allows.

In Rotorua, the connection to heritage runs deep. Here, a guided visit to a Māori cultural site includes a traditional pōwhiri (welcome ceremony) and a hangi meal cooked slowly in the earth, a moving introduction to Aotearoa’s indigenous roots.

Wine lovers are richly rewarded, with exclusive tastings at celebrated estates like Amisfield and Craggy Range. In Central Otago and Hawke’s Bay, vineyard visits are elevated by dramatic scenery and intimate access, private barrel rooms, winemaker-led tastings, and meals among the vines.

In Taupo, a private charter on the lake offers calm waters, lakeside dining, and the option to fish in some of the country’s most storied freshwater. Further north, a private yacht voyage through the Bay of Islands invites you to explore sheltered coves, swim in turquoise waters, and dine on board.

Where to stay
In Queenstown, your base might be Eichardt’s Private Hotel, a landmark property on the lakefront with a heritage facade and modern interiors. Just a few streets away, The Spire offers contemporary calm and generous suites tucked into a quiet pocket of town.

Taupo is home to the iconic Huka Lodge, a riverside sanctuary that has hosted royalty and discerning travellers for nearly a century. Suites and private cottages are surrounded by manicured grounds and the soothing rush of the Waikato River. Nearby, Treetops Lodge is cocooned in forest, offering an immersive wilderness experience with luxurious lodge rooms and secluded villas.

For a more contemporary, convenient stay, Hilton Lake Taupo provides reliable comfort and views over the lake. At Te Arai, stay in the newly built villas and suites on site, contemporary in design, light-filled, and just minutes from the beach and the links. These properties pair clean modern lines with a deep sense of connection to the land.

Where to play
Queenstown’s trio of world-class courses offers variation in setting, challenge, and style. Jack’s Point is perhaps the most visually arresting, a championship course laid out beneath The Remarkables mountain range, where fairways flow along ridgelines and lakeside bluffs. The Hills, an exclusive private club, blends sculptural art with precision golf design, while Millbrook Resort offers 27 holes of mountain-framed golf paired with extensive resort amenities.

Cape Kidnappers is a bucket-list experience, a Tom Doak design perched atop sheer cliffs, with wide fairways, challenging greens, and views that stretch to the curve of the earth. Every hole feels elemental, shaped by wind, land, and sky.

Meanwhile, Te Arai South and North are the country’s newest must-play courses. The minimalist, dunes-based designs evoke the golden era of links golf, with firm fescue turf, wide playing corridors, and stunning ocean proximity, they offer both beauty and architectural purity.

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