New Zealand’s first treetop walkway and cafe is now open to all !
We have been operating for two weeks now (opened 14 December) with only one wet day that proved this is the place to be in the rain. The walkway is suitable for use in most weathers, with rainy days having the added advantage of increased bird and insect life.
We have umbrellas available to hire and also sell inexpensive ponchos so if you need something to do on a rainy day come and do New Zealand’s only treetop walk and then relax in our licensed Mahinuapua Cafe.
Click Immigration news Dec 2012 to read the latest news from Immigration New Zealand – 18 December 2012.
Who was spending the most in 2012 and where were they spending i?. Click Global Blue Spending Barometer 2012 to read this interesting collection of spending data
The TECNZ Member survey analysis Nov 2012 is available to view. We hope to make this an annual survey in the future.
Our impressive range of high quality luxury coaches range from 10 to 53 seats, with a fleet of over 60 vehicles nationwide. We can cater for all requirements and provide a consistently high level of service at all times. We are committed to being a leading coach operator by providing a full range of specialist services. By utilising our local knowledge, we can offer competitive rates for all your travel requirements.
Experience New Zealand’s most iconic adventure activities at unbelievable value. There is something for everyone with six adventure activities in the one location. NZ’s best value Bungy and giant Swoop sky swing, NZ’s first and fastest commercial jet sprint – Agrojet, NZ’s one and only flying wind tunnel – Freefall Xtreme, the world’s one and only racing monorail – Shweeb Racer and lastly New Zealand’s first dedicated bike bag, the Freestyle Airbag. Located in the picturesque country surroundings of Paradise Valley, just 10 minutes north of Rotorua.
Wētā Workshop is your gateway to filmmaking creativity. Visit our must-do, global award winning attractions and discover how imaginary worlds are brought to life.
The Wētā Workshop Experience – Wellington
Join our guided tours to learn about the making of movie effects; from armour to weapons, creatures to costumes, make-up to miniatures, and more! This is a museum style tour that celebrates monumental achievements we have made on and for the big screen. Get up close and personal, immersing yourself in our incredible small-group tour.
Wētā Workshop Unleashed – Auckland
We welcome to you to Auckland’s newest location-based experience – Wētā Workshop Unleashed. Opened in 2020, this is one of the cities premier attractions. Let our guide take you on a journey through three themed movie worlds – Horror, Fantasy Epic and Sci-Fi. This interactive and immersive tour will take you out of this world and transport you to a different realm.
Each site offers:
- 90 minute guided movie-making tours (public and private)
- 60 minute creative workshops
- VIP experiences
- Bespoke aspects
- Events
- Their own entirely unique experiences, showcasing multiple sides of Wētā Workshop
Don’t forget to stop by the famous Wētā Caves, tourist attractions in their own right.
Welcome to the following new members and we look forward to working with you!
Auckland and Beyond Tours – https://aucklandandbeyond.co.nz/ Contact person: Peter Hamdy
Envy Experiences – https://www.envyexperiences.co.nz/ Contact person: Nigel Humphries
ID Tours New Zealand – www.hollyfordtrack.com Contact person: Debbie Summers
Click here to see the latest Chc Recovery Status Report December 2012 re accommodation, attractions and activities.
INSIDE TOURISM – Tuesday 27 November 2012 There were wizards, hobbits, elves, dwarves, orcs, ents and even a ‘barrel’ at the Red Carpet Tours “Hobbit party” at the Amora Hotel on Monday 26 November so reports CEO of TECNZ Lesley Immink. Joined by sister Lynda, daughter Vanessa and friend Lesley, the opportunity to party with ‘Hobbit and Tolkein fans’ was too good to miss. The fan base is incredible and they travelled from around the world to be a part of the Hobbit premiere celebrations and visit as many film sites around the country as possible. One Ring.net and Red Carpet Tours hosted the party and sent invitations to the stars of the movie but unsure if any were available to attend. Fans screamed with delight when Peter Jackson, Richard Taylor and Phillipa Boyen made an entrance along with actors Elijah Wood (Frodo), Andy Serkis (Gollum) Jed Brophy (Nori), Stephen Hunter (Bombur) and William Kircher (Bifur). The stars were gracious and happy to shake hands and pose for photographs which was a huge thrill for all those who attended.
Re the value of “the Hobbit” to New Zealand, Lesley endorses the commitment that Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand have demonstrated in supporting the films and believes that the Hobbit potentially can be our most valuable marketing promotion for the next decade. The film trailers in cinemas around the world will be complimented with 100% Pure New Zealand advertisements. This combined with the social media phenomena will keep New Zealand in the minds of potential visitors.
Fans are spending up to $20,000 per person to be here and travel the length and breadth of the country. Speaking to as group of six ladies from Portugal, Mexico, Adelaide and Perth, their trip to New Zealand was their ‘bucket list’ tour and while their families thought they were ‘crazy’, they were bringing back their families in the future whether they liked it or not. The repeat future business cannot be under estimated and should the Hobbit continue be part of the global ‘must read’ for young children, then we will be well served.
