Here’s an experience our local New Zealand expert Lucy, who plans trips across the country, recommends time and time again: a Waka Abel Tasman tour in Kaiteriteri, a picturesque coastal village on NZ’s South Island. The Māori word “waka” refers to canoe, and this three-hour excursion teaches you about Māori history, culture and identity as you paddle out. “I brought my 3-year-old along, and she had a tiny paddle she was able to use and felt so involved,” says Lucy. “It was really lovely.”
BEAUTY In NEW ZEALAND: Exploring NZ’s South Island
