Volunteer and Travel in New Zealand
Volunteering in New Zealand
New Zealand has a pretty unique environment and nowhere is this more visible than in its landscape, which includes glaciers, fjords, plains, volcanic plateaus and miles of coastline. Our projects here work to protect this unique ecosystem. As a volunteer in New Zealand our projects on the North Island include helping to boost native biodiversity by providing additional habitat for native birds and restoring the globally rare peat lakes around Waikato.
On the less populated South Island habitat restoration is still key. When you volunteer in New Zealand be part of the work taking place to replant depleted tree species and seed collection.
If you want to volunteer in Asia-Pacific and you can't find what you are looking for in New Zealand then please have a look at our volunteer projects in Australia, Borneo, Nepal, the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia and India.
About New Zealand
New Zealand boasts the southernmost capital city on the planet. A progressive nation, it was the first country to instate universal suffrage in 1893 it became legal for all of the male and female citizens of New Zealand to vote. It was the last major landmass to be populated, sometime between 800 – 1300 by Maori settlers from the south pacific. It is a developed country but environmentally it is a must see for people who love the outdoors. There is nowhere in the world that looks quite like New Zealand.
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Skiing and snowboarding
New Zealand is an internationally recognised skiing and snowboarding destination. Skiers and snowboarders from the northern hemisphere really appreciate the reverse seasons down there, with the best snow falling from June to August. Whether skiing or snowboarding, on the slopes or in the park, people come from around the world to ski in New Zealand.
Extreme sports and adventure tours
There is plenty on offer for thrill seekers in New Zealand, which has made itself the adrenaline capital of the world. Adventurous activities include sky diving, bungee jumping, white water rafting and Zorbing. Zorbing first established in New Zealand before spreading all over the world, if you are not sure what it is check out some videos on youtube.
Hot Springs
Relax in hot springs across New Zealand. These geothermal springs are known as waiariki in Maori and include the frying pan lake in Waimangu, the largest hot spring in the world.
