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are you going to book me i might get a mug you it's that gorgeous one eh and i believe i can run for decent marathon download valee now calling all travelers it doesn't matter whether you're into extreme sports or laid-back wine tours or you simply can't get your fill of drop-dead gorgeous scenery this destination has it all next up new zealand's south island on smart travels smart travels is a grand tour of the world's great destinations the people places and unique local flavors now tips trips and secret places on smartravel's pacific rim [Music] travel writers love to rhapsodize about far-off lands and exotic destinations [Music] but when it comes to the islands of new zealand all the superlatives are justified exhilarating landscapes as far as the eye can see and enough activities and outdoor thrills to keep you entertained for years [Music] new zealand south island is less populated than the north and it keeps a more laid-back pace along with its fascinating history and many gourmet delights the south island is considered to be adventure central by outdoor enthusiasts here's where you come for relaxation sun and plenty of fun new zealand consists of two large islands the north and the south as well as many smaller islands we'll begin at the top of the south island in abel tasman national park and then we'll explore the city of nelson and the marlborough sounds later we'll move south to queenstown the mecca of extreme sports [Music] with its balmy climate this part of new zealand has always attracted settlers [Music] the maori were the first to put down stakes here they made an epic journey from somewhere in east polynesia to new zealand's north island about 1 000 years ago later they traveled south to these scenic shores [Music] [Music] abel tasman national park makes a great starting point for exploring the area [Music] the park hugs a dramatic stretch of coastline along the northern tip of the south island [Music] and although it's relatively small only 87 square miles it's breathtaking famous for its golden beaches sculptured granite cliffs and subtropical forests this place feels like a travel brochure come to life if hiking is your thing the park's famous coastal track offers several different hikes lasting from three to five days [Music] we've joined up with abel tasman wakatours a family-owned tour business to explore the park in a traditional maori canoe or waka [Applause] after an official maori greeting once i've said that in a brief orientation okay and basically what i'm doing is naming our waka okay we're ready to hit the water in this beautifully carved boat the maori migrated here from across the pacific in larger versions of these canoes toki hitoki waka can range in size from small boats used for fishing or river travel to very large war canoes manned by up to 80 paddlers early polynesian explorers use the sun and stars ocean currents and the migration patterns of seabirds to help them navigate just imagine 150 to 200 years ago maybe 10 waka like this but 100 foot long with warriors making the same sound you guys are making right now imagine 2 000 pedals doing that same noise would have been awesome awesome sight not so awesome if you're the enemy maori were ferocious warriors and tribes often battled one another over territory or for vengeance the victors sometimes enslaved the losers for at least 500 years maori lived along this coastline harvesting food from the sea and surrounding forest enter the europeans the first known westerner to visit new zealand was the dutch seafarer abel tasman hence the name of the park in 1642 tasman headed from indonesia in search of a fabled southern continent and anchored his two ships near here but in a skirmish with the local maori four of tasman's crewmen were killed the dutchman soon moved on [Applause] permanent european settlement began in the mid-1800s the settlers quarried granite logged forests and burned hillsides to create pasture land eventually after most of the profits were rung out of the land a growing movement to protect this area prompted the government to make it apart now it makes unforgettable sightseeing drifting the day away watching the seals and fascinating bird life [Applause] our accommodations for the night are located within the heart of abel tasman park the aoroa lodge blends effortlessly into the park landscape totally surrounded by native bush this is true seclusion [Music] there are no roads in so you have to hike fly or come in by sea [Music] awaroa was built on the site of one of the area's early homesteads in 1884 william hadfield built a home here for his wife and nine children he wanted the best spot on the bay to catch the year-round sun and glorious views with a promise of touching the earth lightly the lodge is a popular choice for ecotourists all this nature stokes my appetite and you'll find the food at aoroa to be top-notch in keeping with the lodge's eco-tourist philosophy organically grown vegetables and herbs are the stars of this menu and dishes are served up to creatively emphasize nature's most interesting tastes textures and flavor combinations [Music] the bayside town of nelson is a top destination for visitors to new zealand [Music] the first european settlement sprang up here when the british-sponsored new zealand company made this a company town [Music] the new zealand company was a grand scheme by a british politician named edward gibbon wakefield his vision was a colony made up of people from all levels of british society as opposed to the settlements of transported convicts found in australia wakefield hoped to create a slice of english life in the pacific well the plan failed partly because wakefield could never get the right balance of upper and lower class englishmen to make the move here but a few tenacious settlers persisted and in 1858 a royal decree made the small town a city [Music] over the years the warm weather and relaxed atmosphere attracted many artists to nelson and today it has one of the country's most vibrant art scenes the creative arts in new zealand have evolved from a fusion of cultures maori european and asian to name a few if you want to explore your own artistic talents new zealand's creative tourism program might be just the ticket creative tourism involves learning a skill that's part of the culture being visited here tourists can participate in hands-on workshops that celebrate this country's cultural diversity you can learn everything from basket weaving to bush medicine i've decided to try my hand at bone carving so the maori always have been doing bone carving even before they already came a thousand years ago to new zealand actually carving has been the way of maori to store the information it's their way of writing down history and remembering ancestors are there some reoccurring symbols i noticed oh absolutely yes there's for example here some examples like the fischer key is a very typical symbolism it stands for good luck on protection on journeys especially on journeys over water and the longest journey is life the twist stands for infinity eternity and the bonds of friendship it's like never ending friendship i begin by choosing a pattern from the maori inspired design so here's a piece of beef bone and that's what we used to get started and we'll do a magic transformation from this to the beautiful piece in the end okay so draw it dry this yes please all right thank you i cut out the rough shape and then carefully grind it down and now we drill two holes into it for the twist we need a hole in the center up here and another one here so we drill a hole through the on both of them it reminds me of a scene from the marathon man for a little decoration we'll glue a piece of shell to the carving okay what is the name of this shell so the name of the shell is called in maori language powershell p-a-u-a-a-u-a and it's a relative of the abalone family beautiful yep it's a lovely shell and we're going to put it on the you put it on right here after it's polished up the colors really shine now there's a tradition with bone carvings someone should give it to you the first time so it's my pleasure to be the one to put it over your head and you should give it to someone else somewhere down the track because it will take up your spiral energy and you should pass it on to someone else especially in your life one day thank you so far so i'm all finished here's the before and here's the after my personal handmade new zealand souvenir [Music] the marlborough sounds are a seafood lover's dream to sample some of the sea's bounty we're taking a muscle cruise that leaves from the little village of havelock during the summer season which in new zealand is from december to february a cruise of the sounds is an ideal way to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of this area the bays inlets and hidden coves seem to go on forever at one time this land was above water after the ice ages sea water rushed in to fill the valleys and create this sinuous coastline green shell mussels are native to new zealand and aren't found anywhere else in the world cultivated on long lines they're easily recognized by their vibrant green and gold shells now these mussels are filter feeders so they filter all the nutrients that are in the water so it's really um paramount for us to keep the water in pristine condition muscle filters 15 gallons of water every 24 hours now all our mussels here are grown in what they call suspension culture are they harvested year round or is there a particular season no they are harvested year-round they tend to be harvested more in the summer time because the water's warmer more sunlight more nutrients which means there's more feed in the water for the mussels we should go and try some shouldn't we lovely great yeah probably bigger bigger than bigger than normal [Music] these are great wow for a true taste of marlborough wash down freshly steamed mussels with a glass of local sauvignon blanc wine the marlborough area is new zealand's best known wine producing region more than 70 wineries graced this countryside producing a variety of internationally acclaimed labels especially popular as a sauvignon blanc grape sunny days and cool nights combined with a long ripening period helped create these flavorful wines [Music] grapevines originally brought here by european colonists flourished in this island soil although marlborough built its reputation on white wine pinot noirs are growing in popularity we're visiting the picturesque herzog winery to sample some of the fruit of the vine is o3 this is very nice very nice and pinot noir i know there are other places in new zealand that grow it yeah how does pinot noir like uh marlborough it's great great climate and how long have you been producing you know since 96 1996 because fine wine and excellent food go hand in hand this family-run winery offers a gourmet restaurant to complement its liquid refreshment the artfully prepared mediterranean-style cuisine is creating a buzz here in this country and beyond [Music] over the past few decades a spirit of creative experimentation has swept through new zealand's restaurants once known primarily as a supplier of lamb this country now showcases abundant and varied produce here the chef's creations are inspired by fresh marlborough specialties such as olive oil shellfish and salmon [Music] new zealand's a relatively small country with well-maintained roads but do keep in mind that kiwis drive on the left side if you're on a tight schedule like we are you can also take advantage of the many readily available domestic flights to drastically cut down on travel time we'll take a short flight from nelson south to the dramatic city of queenstown queenstown is at the top of the popular new zealand destinations list and it's easy to see why you might have heard all the talk about this being the adventure capital of the world birthplace of bungee jumping and home to all kinds of extreme sports well it's all true but queenstown offers much more it has great restaurants shopping and nightlife and it's just a downright gorgeous place to get a bird's eye view of the scenery we're heading out at daybreak for a hot air balloon ride [Music] new zealand sits on two tectonic plates the pacific and the australian [Music] because these plates are constantly shifting and grinding into each other new zealand has had lots of geological action and remarkable landscapes to show for it [Music] this part of the country is especially beautiful what do you like most about ballooning here oh it's a neat experience it's just um you're in the open air and you've got a very good viewing platform it's a great place for photography and you see a lot from up here and because it's got all these mountains around the whole valley it's very sheltered you know you don't get too much wind you get wind at altitude and not much on the ground which is perfect for ballooning makes for an easy takeoff and easy landing [Music] the terrain spreads out before us like scenes straight out of lord of the rings in fact the entire rings trilogy was shot here in new zealand with its mountains and glaciers vast plains and miles of sandy coastline it's no wonder new zealand has become a sought after film location what a spectacular way to see the southern alps in queenstown and the valleys and the sheep and the farms and the rivers lake hayes beautiful explain the way to start the morning [Music] our balloon ride caps off with a champagne breakfast a tradition that dates back to the first hot air balloon ride in france back then champaign helped reassure local farmers that the balloonists were really frenchmen and not beings from outer space okay they say this is the land of extreme sports i'm ready to take the plunge literally to ease my way into things i'm trying out mad dog riverboarding now i'm not sure about the name but how hard could riverboarding be the trip begins innocently enough with a full safety briefing [Music] you have to look where you want to go you have to point your board in that direction that you have to kick okay we make our way into the main river current and then the excitement begins continuous rapids keep us moving for about 45 minutes [Music] this has to be nature's most jaw-dropping bone-rattling thrill run and the mountain scenery makes it all the more exhilarating after the rapids mellow out there's an optional jet ski ride for those who are still looking for more action and at the end of the trip you'll find a riverbank slide and a whole series of rock swings and jumps oh boy am i gonna be sore tomorrow [Music] a cruise aboard the vintage steamship tss earns law offers a more low-key water adventure it takes us out across queenstown's beautiful lake wakatipu affectionately known as the lady of the lake the tss earns law holds a special place in the hearts of locals this is one of the last remaining coal-fired passenger vessels operating in the southern hemisphere the ship has been transporting goods to remote settlements here since 1912. [Music] our bed and breakfast the queenstown house is just a three-minute walk from the town's center resting on the hillside it provides wonderful views over the lake and mountains this is one of the oldest bnbs in town that recently underwent a major renovation especially cozy is the fireside sitting room stocked with magazines books and games [Music] time for our grand finale and only adrenaline junkies need apply shot over canyon swing is the world's highest giant swing now i love great views but this this might be going too far five four three two here's how it works you're attached to ropes in a full body harness and then launched off a cliff mountain platform so what jump are you going to do the simplest one where you're least frightened least chance of a heart attack is what i'm looking for okay well maybe you can do a double backflip or yeah a gainer or something like that double backwards sounds exactly what i wanted not to do you'll be right all right we're just going to put your safety cap here we're going to take you out get you ready and then uh jump off the edge all right come on in yeah all right come over and have a good look i'll just take it quick look i must be two sangers short of a picnic to even consider this oh my god you're right oh yeah just fine okay so rudy what we're going to do get you out over the edge mate get your legs crossed over the rope go for a swing you're swinging upside down down the bottom okay once the blood starts coming out you use your nose just uncross your legs and you'll sit back up everything will be fine [Laughter] where's the stunt doubles okay three two one you drop 200 feet and then swing into a giant arc 350 feet across the shotover river canyon i love new zealand in fact there's no better place to hang around like a trip through middle earth a visit to new zealand propels you to another dimension [Music] whether you crave high altitude thrills or the serenity of a secluded beach this small island nation promises to bring your own travel fantasies to life [Music] i think i may be developing a taste for extreme sports maybe i'll try bungee jumping next maybe i'm rudy maxa from new zealand south island cheers hi i'm rudy maxa picture a landscape so extraordinarily beautiful that it takes even experienced travelers by surprise a place where you can scale mountains in the morning see kayak in the afternoon and still savor a gourmet meal at night next up it's new zealand's north island on smart travels smart travels is a grand tour of the world's great destinations the people places and unique local flavors now tips trips and secret places on smartravel's pacific rim [Applause] [Music] the polynesian people named it the land of the long white cloud a spectacular country molded by cataclysmic events and failed in mystery for centuries new zealand was completely isolated from other land masses it evolved plant and animal species found nowhere else on earth it's a place that inspires reverence in natives and visitors alike a reverence for the land and this country's ancient roots [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] it's hard to believe that so much scenic loveliness can be concentrated into such a small country new zealand is about the size of britain yet it has an amazingly diverse climate that ranges from glacial to temperate to tropical this trip we're veering off the tourist track into the rural reaches of new zealand's north island new zealand is located in the southern pacific more than 1200 miles from the mainland of australia after landing in auckland we'll head to the breathtaking bay of islands and the towns of pahia and russell then we'll travel south to the pasture lands of hawke's bay [Music] most travelers in new zealand arrive by air landing here at auckland's international airport our flight from north america took about 12 hours but it was worth it new zealanders nicknamed kiwis are proud of auckland their biggest city it's green clean and sophisticated but i haven't come to new zealand for city sites i'm off in search of this country's best scenic beauty [Music] we're traveling to the northland a part of new zealand that's rich in maori and european history we arrive in pahia a scenic tourist town and gateway to the area known as the bay of islands [Music] some of the country's most glorious coastline can be found right here this maritime area encompasses more than 140 islands abundant with fish and wildlife [Music] first on my list of activities a kayaking trip there's no better way to enjoy the bay of islands subtropical coastline than by sea kayak it was in the northern part of the country that new zealand's earliest settlers first landed eastern polynesian immigrants whose descendants are known as the maori arrived here about 1 000 years ago it's impossible not to linger at the spectacular haruru falls haruru means big noise and the water here cascades over the cliff in an unusual horseshoe shape according to maori legend a water monster lives in the lagoon below the falls i didn't think i'd see the falls this close up this is wonderful many species of flightless birds once thrived in new zealand because they had no natural predators the maori made the most of this easy prey and hunted several bird species to near extinction the islanders then turned to fishing and agriculture a dutch explorer named abel tasman was the first european to arrive in new zealand but it wasn't until the legendary british captain james cook landed in the north island in 1769 that europeans began coming in droves whalers traders missionaries they descended on the islands new zealand became a colony of the british empire in 1840 [Applause] we're stopping by new zealand's most historic site [Music] the waitangi treaty grounds are often referred to as the birthplace of the nation it was here that a famous treaty was signed between maori chiefs and britain the explosion of european immigration to new zealand meant that some kind of policy was needed for land deals with the treaty of waitangi the maori chiefs accepted british presence in exchange for protection and guaranteed ownership of their land but because of language differences the maori almost certainly didn't understand the treaty's fine print which gave great advantage to the brits fighting quickly broke out between the natives and the new settlers to this day the treaty's been blamed for unrest between maori and pakia the name given to european settlers and their descendants these grounds are considered a spiritual site by the maori people and certain protocols must be observed when visiting here this challenge ceremony was traditionally performed to determine whether or not visitors came in peace you can explore the treaty grounds by yourself or take a guided tour departing daily from the visitors center [Music] this building was opened in 1940 to celebrate the centenary of the signing of the treaty of waitangi it was built as a celebration of our people and was built to let people know that maori had been here during the times or the signing of the treaty of waitangi and it's the one and only time that the tribes have ever united together to build anything [Applause] [Music] the meetinghouse contains carvings that trace the genealogy of different tribes and holds important symbols from maori culture now down here we have what we call the stairways to heaven in my culture it's very difficult because we have 12 heavens each one of these is a different level so when you die you still have a lot of work to do [Music] [Applause] in the evening a live show about maori history takes place in the meetinghouse [Music] the story begins with the great migration a long ocean journey from eastern polynesia to new zealand the islanders bring with them a rich culture which over time and in isolation becomes uniquely maori frequent intertribal warfare punctuates daily life eventually the ancient maori traditions collide with european settlement today the maori people still represent about a third of the population here in the northland [Applause] [Music] a little car ferry at the port of opua will take us across the water to russell [Music] it's obvious that this is a boater's paradise the bay is filled with motorboats sailboats and yachts of every description [Music] with its charming waterfront walkway and timber houses the town of russell is a pleasure to stroll it's hard to believe that this was once known as the hellhole of the pacific it started out as a quiet mountain village but as europeans began pouring into the north island russell evolved into a lawless frontier town rife with ship deserters and ex-convicts they became infamous for prostitution gunfights and street brawls [Music] russell's reputation might have been played up a bit by local missionaries hoping to get a little extra support from mother england but the town certainly included some unsavory characters early british surveyor reported that this was a vile hole full of impudent half drunken people these days though it's an attractive fishing town with a tempting selection of restaurants shops and galleries it makes a good base for exploring the area [Music] a short drive takes us away from town to the primeval majesty of a cowrie forest [Music] the cowrie is the largest species of tree in new zealand [Music] at one time these giant trees covered the island [Music] the size and strength of cowrie timber made it a popular wood for construction and shipbuilding particularly for masts of sailing ships here's a lovely example of beautiful cowery tree this one here is probably in excess of four between four and five hundred years old so a lovely example um the bark as you can see pretty unique it's like someone's hammered it it falls away in in big chunks like this okay so this is the cowrie gum this is the um the tree actually bleeding itself looks like candle wax yeah but it's very hard it's very hard and it was used carry gum was used for all the resins varnishes linoleum even settings for false teeth the maori used it to chew on the soft gum and like it was an early version of chewing gum to help clean their teeth [Music] until the 1940s a profitable industry that exploited cowrie gum severely damaged the trees here [Music] new zealand's forests are still trying to recover [Music] the flora of new zealand has a distinctive look because it evolved in isolation for millions of years more than three-quarters of the native plants and trees grow here and nowhere else [Music] new zealand is heavily dependent on farming and aquaculture and attempts visitors with a range of gourmet delicacies the bay of islands in particular is known as a top oyster farming location as a devoted mollusk fan i can't wait to get my fill oh yeah well i can do forty dozen now so you better keep up with it here at shellwood oyster farm we learned a bit about how oysters are grown and harvested those sticks have been put out as catching material and the oysters have stuck onto those and when they're a certain size they'll be harvested what are these oysters called these oysters are ronga bay orango yeah they're in prime condition at the moment orango bay oysters are recognized as top class and exported around the world tang of the sea we call it the states yes they're very good aren't they oh these are wonderful the maoris love them the fatter and the juicier the better they love them like that do you mind if i have another no no help yourself we'll have our oysters served up in style at the orango bay homestead enjoying a commanding view over grand lawns and bay waters this historic residence was built in the 1860s for the first american consular agent in new zealand now the restored homestead is an exclusive country inn offering fine wine and renowned cuisine basically the oysters of the bay just splashed with a little bit of our own chili homemade organic chili sauce a little bit of balsamic vinegar and then some homemade hollandaise over the top of that a little dusting of breadcrumbs a bit of parmigiano over the top of that whacked under the grill just for a second or two and there they are many kiwis are embracing a movement toward organic food and green living and the herbs and garnishes served here are grown right on the property to work off all that food a day trip to the cape brett lighthouse is just the thing for those who like a challenge you can make the journey on foot an invigorating eight-hour hike or you can take an easier route like us and make part of the trip by water we climb aboard kiwi eco tours for the voyage to cape brett our guide welcomes us with a traditional maori prayer home i stand here humbled before you all to be able to endorse what we're going to do today this rugged stretch of coastline is situated at the entrance to the bay of islands the seven distinctive peaks that mark the peninsula's spine are said to represent the seven canoes that carried the maori settlers on their great migration to new zealand a place of wild beauty the coastline is sculpted with dramatic rock formations including the famous hole in the rock nearby cathedral cave lives up to its name with a grand interior and colorful rock walls a short but steep hike takes you up to the cape brett lighthouse when british captain james cook first arrived here he christened the spot in honor of a lord of the admiralty sir percy brett later it was the site of one of new zealand's early shipwrecks a british crew contracted with local maori to load a schooner the crew then double-crossed the maori throwing them overboard but the sailors got their comeuppance the ship encountered bad weather and those who didn't drown were killed by the maori the bay of islands is so gorgeous and relaxing i could stay forever but as they say here in new zealand i better rattle my dags it's time to get moving to our next destination we're off to hawke's bay located on the central east coast of the north island this area is fondly known as the fruit bowl of new zealand it rolls out a royal carpet of pasture land orchards and vineyards acres upon acres of park-like farmland are rim by dramatic sea cliffs and coastal bays the area is known for its mediterranean-like climate sunny dry and ideal for vacation getaways sitting handsomely on the bay the town of napier is a blast from the art deco past back in 1931 a horrific earthquake devastated this city destroying most of the buildings so what did the people here do picked themselves up brushed themselves off and set about rebuilding in style [Music] as it happened art deco architecture was the fashion of the day [Music] local art deco expert and all-around character bertie is a wealth of information about napier oh that's very sean shield the earthquake 7.8 on the richter scale two and a half minutes long which is actually incredibly long for an earthquake lifted the whole of the town uh two meters seven feet uh and a lot of buildings in the town center were destroyed but actually fire was the major destroyer because fires swept through town we think from um from pharmacies where they had like bunsen burners um and started fires and those fires went right through town and we couldn't put the fires up because the water mains have been broken in the left of the earth art deco's future looking style appealed to the idealism and escapism of the 1930s depression era [Music] new zealand is famous for its many luxury lodges offering tranquil retreats and wilderness settings green hill the lodge dating to the late 19th century is a good example about a half hour outside napier green hill features panoramic views of the surrounding countryside [Music] the lodge's moment of fame came in 1958 when queen elizabeth the queen mother stayed here at the homestead while touring the country she wanted a few days rest and asked to stay in a home typical of early pioneering days [Music] this is wine country and i think the best way to tour the area's many vineyards is by bicycle you can spend the day sampling some of hawke's bay's finest foods and wines all while getting an up-close look at olive groves ostrich farms and country inns for help with a self-guided tour on your bike winery tours offers three routes catering to all fitness levels you can visit up to six different wineries using the maps provided we're stopping at the nataroa winery to sample the area's famous chardonnay hawke's bay has got a long history of wine it goes back 150 years now this new zealand's oldest wine region and it's also new zealand's most diverse wine region with its warm weather and gravely soil the area's been dubbed the tuscany of the south pacific so you've got so you've got climate you've got soil perfect we've got grapes and you've got grapes yeah we've got wine makers cheers cheers if you're not into wine another fun activity is the self-guided food trail armed with this local map you can visit various producers in the region the popular trail leads to dozens of fresh local specialties each food trail destination is well marked at the gate or entranceway with a corresponding number on the food trail map at arataki honey we found some very busy bees and lots of sweet stuff to sample [Music] this is the local manuka the famous honey the healing honey that is very strong very strong taste authoritative honey next stop strawberry fields that go on forever now [Music] jamada cheese lures us with an array of artisan cheeses [Music] and then there's my personal favorite homemade ice cream i've got some traditional new zealand ice creams got hokey pokey hokey pokey hokey pokey it's a traditional new zealand flavor that's our vanilla based ice cream with bits of toffee very nice loaded with vitamin c is good for you absolutely wherever vineyards thrive olives do just as well it's unusual to have varieties don't most olive oil manufacturers blend the oils we've tried to draw the strength of the new zealand wine industry and just like you don't just have a white wine and a red wine you've got all your varietals in there so part of the education process we'd like to go through is draw on that wine experience here the village press uses old style methods to extract for maximum taste and purity this is lovely thank you so much thank you appreciate it [Music] one of the most dramatic sights on hawke's bay is cape kidnappers it's home to a massive colony of gannett birds this coastal preserve can be reached overland by four-wheel drive or by hiking along the beach tide permitted [Music] these birds usually nest on inaccessible islands so this is a rare opportunity to get an up-close look gannets perform elaborate greeting rituals stretching their necks upwards and tapping bills together the birds are superb fissures plunging into the ocean full speed ahead [Music] at about 15 weeks of age the young gametes make a harrowing flight to australia they stay there for three to five years and then return here to new zealand to nest [Applause] [Music] new zealand's ecological diversity and unique beauty give it an almost ethereal quality [Music] to the maori it continues to be the land of the long white cloud to adventure seekers it's a travel dream come true [Music] [Applause] from the land of the kiwis i'm rudy maxa bidding you a fond farewell cheerio you

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