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Select by forest type: Kauri forests, Podocarp/broadleaf forests, Beech forests, Coastal forests
Maps - forests locations: North Island - South Island

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Select by wildlife type: Seals, Whales, Dolphins, Forest birds, Waders/migratory birds, Sea birds, Other wildlife
Maps - where to see wildlife: North Island - South Island

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Outstanding areas: Far North & Bay of Islands, Hauraki Gulf & Auckland, Coromandel Peninsula, Marlborough Sounds, West Coast, Catlins, Fiordland  Map.

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Select by type of volcanic feature: Active volcanoes, Dormant volcanoes, Geysers and geothermal areas, Other volcanic landscapes

Map - locations of volcanic features

Not only does New Zealand have a diverse and extremely interesting natural environment, but many natural features can be discovered with no more than a short or moderate walk, or by the road side, or even without going out of town. Such a simple approach can procure considerable enjoyment, as well as resulting in a good understanding of New Zealand's nature.

The type of information provided in this section includes:

• all features of New Zealand's nature that are easily accessible and interesting to visit,
• a comprehensive list of the various natural features by type,
• geographical locations,
• specific information regarding each location,
• a direct link to national parks
• a direct link to regions