Aotearoa

Just once in your lifetime you really should try

to come to New Zealand and I’ll tell you why

We’re not very big in a land massy way

but some who have visited quite often stay

We’re just a small country, 5 million or so

With plenty of sheep that put on quite a show

Our lamb is world famous and so is our wine

At movie locations, we really do shine

We’re two little islands plus one tiny one

We have everything for your pleasure and fun

We have sparkling beaches and mountains with snow

Each day brings excitement wherever you go

Our rivers and forests are pristine and clean

And most year round countryside is so green

There's glaciers, and fiords, we’ve scenery galore

We have everything you could ask for and more

Trout fishing your passion? - our lakes will beguile

Or maybe big game fish are more to your style!

Hunting or hiking through natural terrain

Experiences you'll never encounter again

The thermal delights of our spas will appeal

With geysers and warm silky waters that heal

Puts a spring in your step and a smile on your face

You’ll be in no hurry to exit the place 

Our snowfields world class if skiing is your thing

Explore native bush hear our native birds sing

Swimming with dolphins perhaps watching the whales

Revisit a spa when your energy fails

I’m leaving the best of the best for the last

Our land has a rich and a colourful past

A true living culture that’s willing to share

There’s nothing else on earth like this anywhere

With music and dancing to wind up your day

Enjoy cultural cuisine cooked the Maori way

Your visit “down under” will wrap round your heart

And teardrops will fall as you sadly depart

So once in your lifetime I think you should try

and come to New Zealand I’ve just told you why

Haere Mai! – Welcome - you will enjoy your stay

and live for a short while the New Zealand way.