View allBoth weeks were excellent, the accommodations are basic but fair for the price.
Paul, traveled in March
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- Gold Operator
- Wild Kiwi
- Active
- Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Low Intensity
- Travelers can expect some light physical activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 5 - 18
- Ages 18-39
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Experience the real Middle Earth and step into The Shire at the Hobbiton Movie Set.
- Venture through the gateway to Narnia to picturesque views of Cathedral Cove on the Coromandel Coast.
- Cruise through what is considered the 8th Wonder of the World, Milford Sound.
- Hike, heli or climb New Zealand’s steepest glacier, Franz Josef Glacier.
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Auckland to Hahei
- Day 2 Hahei to Rotorua
- Day 3 Rotorua
- Day 4 Rotorua to Taupo
- Day 5 Taupo
- Day 6 Taupo to Raglan via Waitomo
- Day 7 Raglan to Auckland to Christchurch
- Day 8 Christchurch to Tekapo
- Day 9 Tekapo to Queenstown
- Day 10 Milford Sound Daytrip
- Day 11 Queenstown
- Day 12 Queenstown to Franz Josef
- Day 13 Franz Josef
- Day 14 Franz Josef to Christchurch
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Flights
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Traveler Moments
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- LJLiesl K.· December 15th, 2025The New Zealand Explorer tour was simply...Show more
Wild Kiwi commented on this reviewWOW — this is the kind of review we love reading! ???? So stoked you had such an amazing time on the NZ Explorer and felt the full Wild Kiwi vibe from start to finish. Ben is an absolute icon (we agree ????) and Siobhan will be over the moon to hear... Show moreTrip date: November 2025 - Deepta· June 24th, 2025I had a wonderful experience with Wild Kiwi....Show moreTrip date: May 2025
- DMDaiva S.· May 21st, 2025Loved touring with with Wild Kiwi Tours. The...Show moreTrip date: April 2025
- Lana· December 17th, 2024I had an amazing trip and met lovely friends in...Show moreWild Kiwi commented on this reviewThank you for your amazing review! We're so happy to hear that you had a fantastic trip and made great connections along the way. Ben and Claudia will be delighted to know that their local expertise and guidance made your experience even more special.... Show moreTrip date: November 2024
- Lindale· October 6th, 2024Best experiences. logistics are comfortable....Show moreTrip date: August 2024
- MTMai Vy· October 22nd, 2023This tour was amazing!! It was my first time...Show moreTrip date: September 2023
- GRGeetha· May 14th, 2023I got to experience the Wild Kiwi for both the...Show moreTrip date: March 2023
- MTMadeleine· March 23rd, 2023Great tour and amazing guides!Wild Kiwi commented on this reviewHi Madeleine, Thank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed your time with us. Safe travels.Trip date: February 2023
- Paul· March 21st, 2023Both weeks were excellent, the drivers/guides have a lot of humor, both also knowledge of the country and about the places we’re we stopped/stayed. Accommodations are basic but fair for the price.Show moreWild Kiwi commented on this reviewHi Paul, Thanks for taking the time to let us know how we did, We are glad that you enjoyed your time with us. Travel safe
Trip date: February 2023 - David· February 14th, 2023Amazing trip. Had the best experience in South and North Island for different reasons. Mark our guide in the South Island was terrific, he managed logistics well, hung out with the group gave us great knowledge of New Zealand and was very relaxed helping to strengthen the morale within the group. The tour itself was amazing enjoyed helihiking in Franz Josef glacier, seeing Milford Sound, sky diving, jetboating and partying in Queenstown. The group also were good fun so friendly and helped to male the trip even more enjoyable than it was. The goods times continued to Lake Tekapu. The North Island was good too though it suffered from adverse weather conditions that were outside the control of Wild Kiwi Tours. The group and the guides first Tom doing a sterling job at managing our group and his last group through the weather chaos and then Ben who was so energetic and cool. Though some activities in the North were curtailed due to the weather we still enjoyed Taupo, Rotorua, Hobbiton (highlight of the North) Hotel Water Beach and Cathedral Cove. The group again here were amazing and good sports they didn't let the bad weather get their spirits down and were very welcoming to me as a latecomer (due to bad weather). Would highly recommend this trip.Show moreTrip date: January 2023
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Aaron
Asked on November 9th, 2025I am age 70 - healthy and active. I'm very interested in the New Zealand Explorer tour and appreciate your insights about this option.
Wild KiwiOperator•Written November 2025Wild Kiwi Adventure tours are all about immersing yourself in New Zealand's nature, culture, and taking part in adrenaline fuelled activities whilst travelling with like-minded individuals. The group sizes are up to 18, and the accommodation is in mixed hostel dorms. Wild Kiwi Adventure tours are not suitable for individuals outside of the 18-39 age range.
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Darren
Asked on October 3rd, 2025Is it possible to book a private room for just the two of us (my son and I) instead of sharing a Quad with two other guests?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written October 2025
There is the option to upgrade to a private room subject to availability for an additional cost of $150 NZD per room and night. Please note that this is subject to availability at the time of booking. Please note Wild Kiwi Adventure tours are designed for young traveler's aged 18 to 39.
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Patrick
Asked on June 29th, 2025Since younger people are not necessarily as fit as older people, can a person older than 39 get a vacation package where the cut-off age is 39?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written June 2025
Our Wild Kiwi Tours are designed for 18 - 39 year olds to give our guests the opportunity to travel with people of their own age. As an alternative, our Wild Kiwi Premium trips offer a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of New Zealand's nature and culture, and giving you the opportunities to get involved in adrenaline-fuelled and fun activities along the way. Our Premium tours have been created for a slightly wider demographic of guests but you will still get to experience all the great sights New Zealand has to offer while staying in 3 - 4-star accommodations.
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Ruth
Asked on March 29th, 2025Is there an opportunity to go to Kaikoura for swimming with Dolphins and Whale Watching?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written March 2025
You won't be visiting Kaikoura on our NZ Explorer tour. If you'd like to include Kaikoura and swim with dolphins, I recommend you choose our 14-day NZ Adventurer tour. Our NZ Adventurer is 14 days packed full of adventure, stunning sights and awesome locations, it's the best way to see the best of Northern New Zealand. Your adventure will include: Professional and fun tour guide to help plan and organise everything so you can just enjoy your trip, Breakfast provided every day, Luxury transport – leather seats, USB charging points and free wifi, 13 nights' accommodation in 4-6 shared, mixed-sex dorms, 3 nights in the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park, Day trip to the picturesque Golden Bay, One night in Kaikoura to have the option to do whale watching or swimming with dolphins, Experience the famous movie backdrops of Narnia and Lord of the Rings, Entrance to Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland.
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Brandon
Asked on March 21st, 2025How are dietary requirements handled during the tour?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written March 2025
Please communicate any dietary preferences or restrictions prior to departure to ensure they can be accommodated throughout the tour.
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Richard
Asked on February 15th, 2025Is there a recommended age range for tour participants?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written February 2025
The recommended age range for participants is typically between 20 and 34 years old, but all adults are welcome.
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Tara
Asked on February 12th, 2025Are private room upgrades available on the tour?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written February 2025
Private room upgrades are available for an extra charge per night. Please request this when booking or in advance to ensure availability.
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Sylvia
Asked on January 31st, 2025Would you allow me as a solo traveller I would be 45 years old then?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written January 2025
Wild Kiwi Adventure Tours are designed for 18 - 39 year olds to give our guests the opportunity to travel with people of their own age. Unfortunately, you'd fall out of this age bracket. Alternatively, we would like to recommend our Premium tours, these trips have been created for a slightly wider demographic of guests but you will still get to experience all the great sights New Zealand has to offer while staying in 3 - 4-star accommodations. We have 3 Premium Tours on offer, the 7-day North Island Escape, 7-day South Island Escape or the 14-day New Zealand Highlights tour.
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Claire
Asked on January 15th, 2025How many participants have signed up for the trip so far? How old are the currently confirmed participants? Where are the participants from? What exactly does "Transport in our own luxury vehicle" mean (is it a bus)?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written January 2025
14 guests have signed up to this tour. Our guests age between 18-39. Our guests are from the UK, Europe, Austrailia and the US as well as other parts of the world. We use Mercede Sprinters which include USB charging points. wi-fi and air-conditioning.
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Olivia
Asked on January 10th, 2025How do I handle luggage during flight transfers?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written January 2025
During flight transfers, ensure your luggage meets airline requirements and inform us of any overweight luggage so we can make necessary preparations.
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