Day 1: Christchurch to Hokitika
Pick up your motorhome and head straight for one of the best drives in New Zealand, the famous Arthurs Pass. Along the way you'll explore Castle Hill...
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New Zealand Trips
Photography
14-Day Self Drive Photography Trip in New Zealand’s South Island
Starting from $1845 USD
Discover the South Island and experience the real New Zealand through the eyes of an award-winning local nature photographer. All from the comforts of your own home whilst on the road! Photograph the mirror reflections at Lake Matheson, take a scenic flight and cruise to the incredible Milford Sound, experience the adventure town of Queenstown and visit the awe inspiring Aoraki/Mt Cook for some of the best hiking in New Zealand.
Lake Wanaka Cruise & Island Nature Walk
Franz Josef Kayak Adventure
Ultimate Alpine Experience over Aoraki/Mt Cook
Learn Traditional Maori Stone Carving
Secret photography locations by Meghan Maloney
Trip Highlights
Day 2: Hokitika to West Coast Glaciers
Start your day by visiting a local carving studio where you will learn what traditional carving is all about and immerse yourself in the Maori culture...
Day 3: West Coast Glaciers
On your second day in the West Coast Glaciers, you'll experience the Original Franz Josef Kayak Adventure! This guided kayak tour takes about 3 hours...
Adventure
6-Day Self Drive Ultimate Adventure in Northland
Starting from $900 USD
Discover the best in adventure that Northland has to offer. Follow this trail created by one of New Zealand's most energetic filmmakers.
Experience diving in one of the best sub-tropical locations in the world, paraglide over the Bay of Islands as well as discover some amazing waterfalls and hikes. Oh, and the sandboarding! In the evenings you'll relax for 2 nights Glamping, stay at a totally chill surf shack and enjoy 2 nights in a secluded cliff top location atop the Bay of Islands.
Travel time: 13.5 hrs
Distance: 950 kms
Sunrise at Cape Regina
2 nights Glamping in Whangarei
The best sub-tropical diving in the world
Sand Board Te Paki Dunes
Parasailing over Bay of Islands
Trip Highlights
Day 1: Auckland to Whangarei
After starting the trip in busy Auckland, arriving in Whangarei is a breath of fresh air (literally). This costal town is an epic way to kick off this...
Day 2: Tutukaka
Some of the best diving in the world. Whether you're a scuba diver, or just love snorkeling you'll be spoilt in Tutukaka.
Day 3: Whangarei to Kaitaia
Leaving Whangarei you'll visit the mighty Tane Mahuta on the way to Paihia. Paiha is known as the gateway to the sandy beaches of the Bay of Islands.
Photography
12-Day Lord Of The Rings Photography Trip in New Zealand's North Island
Starting from $1500 USD
Middle-Earth fans, gather around and discover the best of the North Island. This Lord of the Rings themed road trip is created by the official Hobbiton™ Movie Set photographer and winner of the prestigious ‘New Zealand Geographic Landscape Photographer of the Year’ award.
Starting in Auckland, travel around in your own motorhome and visit Mordor, Mt Doom, Gollum’s Pond, Hairy Feet and the magical Glowworm Caves. You will also tour the Hobbiton™ Movie Set tour and visit the famous Weta Workshop for a behind the scenes experience and Māori Cultural Tour.
Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour
Rotorua
Tongariro Alpine Crossing - Mordor
Weta Workshop Experience & Māori Cultural Tour
Hairy Feet & Trollshaw Forest
Legendary Black Water Rafting Co. Black Abyss
Glow Worm Caves
Trip Highlights
Day 1: Auckland to Hamilton
Start your trip in the vibrant harbour capital of New Zealand. Pick up your motorhome in Auckland and make your way to Hamilton. Get excited as today,...
Day 2: Hamilton to Rotorua
Rotorua is a dream photography location. Known as the geothermic capital of New Zealand, you’ll have plenty of options to explore. Head out to the mag...
Day 3: Rotorua
On your second day in Rotorua, you are armed with the Diamond Pass. This gives you access to Te Puia, Skyline Rotorua Gondola, Agrodome, Polynesian Sp...
Stories about New Zealand
Hear the story behind Airguides storyteller, Meghan Maloney as she shares her passion photography, love for New Zealand and appetite to inspire.
What do you get if you mix a remote camping experience, with luxury that rivals a night in a lodge? Well the answer is Glamping, and with options popping up all over New Zealand we’ve put together a list of our favourites.
Our team is following the latest developments around the COVID-19 outbreak closely. It’s a concerning time for everyone, including the tourism industry here in Australia and New Zealand. As of this week, there are entry restrictions in both Australia and New Zealand to prevent further spread of the outbreak. We have collected the latest information.