Missing our stunning New Zealand landscapes? As we all have a little bit of extra screen time now, here’s a small gift from us to you. Change up your background, to virtually return to New Zealand.

HOW TO CHANGE YOUR BACKGROUND ON ZOOM 

1. Download your favourite New Zealand image from the collection.

2. Open your Zoom(opens in new window) account and go to Settings> Virtual Background, and upload your choice of photo. You're good to go!

EXPLORE THE BACKGROUNDS

Don't worry, we know it's hard to decide when you are spoilt for choice, we've made it easy and picked our favorites for you below or you can just download them all. 

Middle‑Earth™

To celebrate #InternationalHobbitDay, we have some special Zoom backgrounds to transport you to Middle‑Earth™.

Download them all here

Lindis Pass, Otago 

The dramatic Lindis Pass links the Mackenzie Basin with Central Otago. The tall mountains in this alpine area gets more magical with a dust of snow on them.

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Whakapapa, Mt Ruapehu 

Whakapapa is New Zealand’s largest ski area and a great place to visit all year round. Be it summer hiking or winter skiing, Whakapapa Village with its expansive volcanic terrain, spectacular views of Tongariro National Park, and great ski facilities never disappoints.

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Milford Sound, Fiordland

Milford Sound is undoubtedly one of the most magical places in New Zealand. Located on the west coast of the South Island, Milford Sound offers a mix of breathtaking natural beauty with grand mountains and waterfalls all around.

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Dunedin, Otago

Dunedin is a stunning coastal city in the South Island of New Zealand and is famous for its unique landscapes and home to some of the rare wildlife. The Otago Peninsula is home to the albatross colony, sea lions and the rare Yellow-eyed Penguin.

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The Catlins, Otago

The Catlins, located in a south east corner of the South Island of New Zealand is a stunning coastal stretch between Balclutha and Invercargill. The area is known for its rugged beauty with lush rainforests and stunning waterfalls.  

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Castlepoint, Wairarapa

Wairarapa, situated in New Zealand's North Island is a short drive away from the capital city, Wellington. Wairarapa is famous for its vast coastlines and welcoming vineyards which also makes it a perfect destination for a weekend getaway.

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Alexandra, Central Otago 

Alexandra is a town in the Central Otago region of New Zealand’s South Island. The Otago region is well-known for its wines and vineyards amidst the rugged snow-capped mountains.

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