The history of NZ tourism?In 1876 may NZ had rail tours it was cheaper to take train and they could see more things like parks and beaches.
By caralenacool
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The history of a rail way track
In 1876 may NZ had rail tours. It was cheaper to take the train and toursists could see more things like parks and beaches. Taking the train was an adventure in itself and the journey was the event as much as the final desination. -
Waitomo glowworm caves
Tane Tinorau and Fred Mace, did an extensive exploration in 1887. Their exploration was conducted with candlelight on a raft going into the cave where the stream goes underground. This is now the exit for the caves. By 1889, had opened the cave to visitors and were leading groups for a small price. The administration of the cave was taken over by the government in 1906. In 1910, the Waitomo Caves Hotel was built to house the visitors. -
Whanganui River
The Whanganui River had its first powered boat service in operation in 1892. This soon led to more and more boats operating on the river. The Whanganui River was developing a reputation as 'the Rhine of the Pacific' by the late 19th century. As many as 12,000 tourists a year were enjoying cruising the rapids and more relaxed sectons of the Whanganui. -
black water rafting
Black water rafting= The tour takes about three hours, it involves a combination of walking and floating on an inner tube underground Ruakuri Cave since 1987. -
Gondola
High on the side of Mount Ngongotaha, Skyline Skyrides will carry you to 487 metres above sea level.The Gondola's views of Rotorua City and Lake Rotorua are amaizing. -
zorb
Dwayne van der Sluis and Andrew Akers
Created the world's first Zorb, a unique adventure activity involving a giant plastic ball, a slope and speeds of up to 50 kilometres per hour. 200 Zorbs have been rolled out from the Rotorua factory. The sport can be enjoyed by people of all ages who don’t mind being strapped inside an enormous clear plastic, air-cushioned ball. -
Sky tower
At 328 metres, it is the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand and offers breathtaking views for up to 80 kilometres in every direction.Sky Tower is one of New Zealand's most exhilarating and spectacular tourist attractions, you will be amazed at what you can see and do under one roof! -
tourism of the futer
10 metres high and under 10kmh doesn't mean it can't be a really cool experience, The Martin Jetpack is like a compact aircraft, it is a two-litre jet-powered engine designed to fly across the skies at speeds up to 100kmh at heights of up to 50 metres.
New Zealand's tourists will soon be able to fly around an open area (like a padock).
