Instagram blesses us each day with thousands of travellers’ most awesome moments…but few are more awesome than those captured in New Zealand. Home of Lord of the Rings, “Fush and Chups” and countless sheep, this incredible country is absolutely breathtaking. Here are 18 Instagram pics that will leave you crying out in Elvish.
1. Mt. Ruapehu
Take me there
This shot of Mt Ruapehu in New Zealand is so perfect, it could be an album cover.
2. Milford Sound
Take me there
This serene and tranquil moment in time was captured at Milford Sound on New Zealand’s South Island. It’s enough to make you want to start packing this very second.
3. Wai-O-Tapu
Take me there
We know what you’re thinking, your eyes do not deceive you, this water is actually glowing! the devil’s pool at Wai-O-Tapu glows fluorescent green!
4. Castlepoint Lighthouse
It’s hard to believe that no photoshop was involved here, it’s a truly extraordinary moment of the Lighthouse at Masterson in Wellington.
5. Muriwai Surf Beach
This shot of Muriwai Surf beach on New Zealand’s North Island is what you’ll find if you look up the definition of “perfection” in the dictionary.
6. Raglan
Take me there
This one, while not a sweeping landscape or beautiful mountain range, has made this list for capturing the perfect travel moment. An awe-inspiring sunset shared amongst friends; there’s no greater treasure.
7. Northern New Zealand
This incredible pic of the Raglan landscape on New Zealand’s north island set the scene for a breathtaking moment from this traveller.
8. The “Champagne Pool”
30km north of Rotorua is one of the most incredible sights in the world. This vibrant picture captures the weird but wonderful natural marvel of the hot spring dubbed the “Champagne Pool”. The only thing that could make this sight more magical is real champagne.
9. Lake Tekapo
There are no words to describe this view of Lake Tekapo on the northern edge of the south island. You can only imagine how many wedding photos must be taken here!
10. Lake Matheson
Nestled away near Fox Glacier on the South Island is water so clear that it’s impossible to know where the mountains begin and water ends.
11. Auckland, New Zealand
So far in this Insta-collection, we haven’t seen anything that isn’t a gift direct from Mother Nature herself, but Auckland also has a bustling city heartbeat. This candid shot perfectly captures how the towering skyscrapers are mounted on the harbour.
12. Waitomo Glowworm Caves
This pic is on the list simply because of the level of difficulty that is involved in getting the perfect shot of the glow worm caves of Waitomo on the north island of New Zealand. This traveller has nailed the pure magic and enchantment of this cherished destination.
14. Rotorua
So we have actually featured this Instagrammer twice in this list, so you know she’s doing something right. In Rotorua, they’ve constructed a giant tree made out of bicycles! Talk about recycling!
15. The Shire
Take me there
This cool image captures the difficulty one might face of knowing where Lord of the Rings’ The Shire ends and regular New Zealand begins…is there anywhere in this country that doesn’t look magical?
16. Kawarau Bungy
While terrifying, it’s pretty understandable how New Zealand can bring out a side in you that you never even knew existed. Plus at least if the chord fails, you have the peace of mind of knowing that heaven is not too much of a schlep from here.
