Originally published on Lonely Planet.

The pleasure of swimming in wild settings could be one of the most human exercises we can undertake. New Zealand then, is a country offering ultimate outdoor therapy. As well as boasting glorious beaches, New Zealand is a patchwork of rivers, waterholes and lakes that are perfect to take a dip or dive in.

We’ve picked eight of the Land of the Long White Cloud’s best wild swimming spots for you to take the plunge in.

See the entire piece here.

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