Best travel time

As you may already know, the seasons in New Zealand are the opposite of Europe. We recommend travelling in shoulder seasons (spring and autumn) to get the most out of your holiday, but this completely depends on your interests.

Travelling in spring offers plunging waterfalls, blooming flowers and newly born animals. With fewer crowds and mild temperatures. Do you love snow-sports? Winter would be a great time to travel to experience life up the mountain. Autumn has stable temperatures, perfect for hiking and kayaking. Warm and inviting colours can be adored.

The summer months are the busiest, with not only international visitors but also New Zealanders on their summer holidays. They love to spend time outdoors at lakes, beaches and in national parks. We recommend travelling outside of these months.

Ask the locals

New Zealanders are renowned for being very friendly. However, they are also very helpful. Whether you need directions or if you're having trouble deciding where to go. So, if you ever need help along the way, just ask a local Kiwi. They are more than happy to help. And of course, they love to share a story (or three) too!

Your hosts are local experts with an abundance of information about the area to share with you. Ask them, they know their home better than anyone else. And they love to share their local knowledge with you so you can make the most of your time DownUnder.