Benjamin Ethan

Straddling the Pacific and Indo-Australian tectonic plates, New Zealand is very mountainous and dotted with many volcanic peaks. One of the most active supervolcanoes on Earth is located in the Taupo Volcanic Zone on the North Island. Among its numerous soaring summits, you can make out a number of steaming craters and jagged calderas.

New Zealand, a country made up of two major islands in the Pacific Ocean southeast of Australia, is renowned for its impressive mountains and beautiful landscapes.

New Zealand is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes, including snow-capped mountains, steaming volcanoes, glistening lakes, lush valleys, and miles of stunning coastline. Travelers can go hiking in the country’s wide areas of untouched wilderness, visit metropolitan cities like Auckland and Wellington, or learn about the Maori people’s rich history and culture.