Land of the Long White Cloud

The view from Velskov Forest Farm

Untamed landscapes, exhilarating outdoor adventures and immersive cultural experiences await on a New Zealand cruise, writes Lauren Jarvis for World of Cruising.

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2024.

A little further south, New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland, is the country’s main cruise hub. From here you can take a ferry to the volcanic island of Rangitoto, wander the elegant halls of Auckland Art Gallery, sky jump from Sky Tower or join The Hotel Britomart’s Nourishing Nature tour to learn about regeneration and biodiversity at Velskov, a natural forest farm.

Velskov’s founder, Mamakan, says, “There’s a profound sense of renewal that comes with immersing yourself in the land. One of the most meaningful ways to do this is through planting a native tree: a ritual that leaves you with a lasting bond to the New Zealand landscape.”