13/01/2025

The Best Summer Adventures in Te Tai Poutini West Coast

Treasure seeker towns, snowcapped views and an ancient lagoon are just some of the must-dos you’ll find in our Te Tai Poutini West Coast itinerary.

06/01/2025

Summer must-dos in Te Tai Tokerau Northland

Whether on foot, waka or wheels, there's something for every explorer at Tohu Whenua sites in Te Tai Tokerau this summer. Whether you're seeking tranquility, excitement, or a bit of both, these must-do destinations promise to leave a lasting impression on you and your whānau.

Fill Your Season with Sun and Stories

Picture yourself wandering through ancient pā sites, stepping into the past at historic gold rush towns, or standing in awe at breathtaking natural landscapes. Tohu Whenua sites are more than just destinations – they’re stories waiting to be discovered.

15/07/2024

Central Otago Off-Mountain Must-Dos

Whether the slopes of Queenstown and Wānaka are a regular destination or bucket-list adventure for you, exploring Tohu Whenua at the foot of the mountain will give you a chance to go deeper and get more out of your winter getaway.

07/02/2024

Top 10 Heritage + Café Destinations

Feed your curiosity and your puku! Looking for a destination where you can learn history where it happened, with the added bonus of some delicious kai?

31/01/2024

Your guide to Kiwi heritage this Waitangi Day

A recent survey commissioned by Kiwi visitor guide, Tohu Whenua, and their partners revealed that 78% of Kiwis surveyed want to learn more about NZ history and many indicated a specific interest in Māori heritage. As Waitangi Day approaches, Tohu Whenua is proud to share several sites where New Zealanders can learn more about Te Tiriti o Waitangi and other aspects of Māori heritage.

28/05/2023 | Northland / West Coast / Otago

Heritage places your kids will love

Be a history detective. Get hands-on in an inventor’s workshop. Visit a pā site. Learn to bind books at our oldest printery. Make damper at a historic farm. Tohu Whenua heritage landmarks are great for kids!

10/05/2023 | West Coast

Motorhome travels at a ghost town

When it comes to heritage, Te Tai Poutini the West Coast has plenty of iconic hot spots and hidden gems that await discovery. In this article Tohu Whenua’s Claudia Babirat explores her favourite of them all: Waiuta.

19/09/2021 | Otago

Explore Queenstown’s top three heritage sites by bike

Want to combine a Queenstown cycling adventure with some unique Kiwi culture?

13/04/2021 | Northland / West Coast / Otago

5 best half-day heritage walks for autumn

Bright blue skies, trees ablaze with colourful autumn foliage, and tranquil tracks - smart walkers know that autumn is one of the most glorious seasons to be in the great outdoors. It’s also a great time of year to discover more of New Zealand’s unique history with Tohu Whenua.

20/03/2021 | Otago

Central Otago Touring Route

One of New Zealand's finest road trips takes you to nine of Otago's Tohu Whenua heritage experiences.

01/02/2021 | West Coast

West Coast heritage by campervan

Mining tunnels, ghost towns, stamper batteries, shipwrecks, all in mind-bogglingly beautiful locations. When it comes to heritage, the West Coast has plenty of iconic hot spots and hidden gems that await discovery. Claudia Babirat explores some of the places that defined the West Coast and shaped our nation.

16/12/2019 | Otago

Your ultimate Otago heritage hot spots

Otago is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s jewels. Known for its diverse scenery, it’s also brimming with heritage.