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- Gold Operator
- Kiwi Experience
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- 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 1 - 55
- Ages 18+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Kayak to Cathedral Cove's natural arch
- Dig your own spa at Hot Water Beach
- Explore glow-worm caves in Waitomo
- Experience Maori culture at Mitai Village
- Walk to the thundering Huka Falls
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Auckland to Hot Water Beach
- Day 2 Hot Water Beach to Waitomo
- Day 3 Waitomo to Rotorua
- Day 4 Rotorua
- Day 5 Rotorua to Taupo
- Day 6 Taupo to Wellington
- Day 7 Wellington
- Day 8 Wellington to Auckland
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- 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
- Meals
Where You'll Stay
Hot Water Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
Hostelday 1Waitomo Homestead Cabins
Berth / Cabinday 2Rock Solid Backpackers
HostelDays 3, 4Adventure Hostel Taupo
Hostelday 5Haka House
HostelDays 6, 7
Operated by
Kiwi Experience
Number of tours
24
Age Range
18 to 45 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
96%
A Kiwi Experience is quite simply the best way to travel New Zealand. Our...
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- Katie· October 30th, 2024I was in a group of five, at 81 probably the oldest Kiwi Experience participant you've ever had, but had a wonderful time because the group was warm and inclusive. Most of our group was not interested in white water rafting, bungie jumping, or zip lines but we enjoyed the rest. Our guide was friendly, helpful, and knew the countryside very well. I think he threw in a few little extras, lovely trails and viewpoints he had discovered, all close by and all quite wonderful. We enjoyed getting to know each other and parted friends.Show more
- Bilke· April 18th, 2024The tour itself was really nice and some of the extra activities were nice additions. However, the breakfast options were a bit limited if you can't eat yogurt, eggs or onions. The sleeping options were ok so far but no more. It was sometimes not possible to put your luggage in a room with four people without falling over it.Show more
- Zoltan· March 4th, 2024I participated in all the optional activities and the tour became one of the best ever. I strongly recommend to everyone to do everything! Don't save your money if you traveled through half of the globe. The included programmes are not enough, believe me. We saw so many beautiful places, especially in the south island. The bus was comfortable, we put the baggages into a separate trailer. The accomodations varied but all in all they were all good. I'll might come back one day!Show more
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- From Monday2 Feb, 2026To Monday9 Feb, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:US $693 per person
- From Wednesday4 Feb, 2026To Wednesday11 Feb, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:US $693 per person
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- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday19 Feb, 2026To Thursday26 Feb, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:US $693 per person
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday21 Feb, 2026To Saturday28 Feb, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:US $693 per person
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday23 Feb, 2026To Monday2 Mar, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:US $693 per person
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Graham
Asked on November 17th, 2025does this tour include accom? It says it includes dorms but then says the tour operator will help you find accom. Because the tour is so cheap I just want to check what's actually included!
Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written November 2025Yes, the Jandal tour does include dorm-styled accommodation which is all pre-booked and arranged for you. Any additional activities, food ect you will need to pay for, these are not included in the price of the tour.
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Gail
Asked on November 14th, 2025Do you provide invitation letter for visa support after deposit
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written November 2025
We don't provide individual letters for visa purposes. However, we can provide proof of purchase that you are travelling with us during your time here in New Zealand.
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Bruce
Asked on October 27th, 2025Could we get a private twin room?
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written October 2025
We can only guarantee dorm-styled rooms; if yourself and your friend wish to stay in a private room, you will need to book and arrange this independently with each accommodation provider.
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Stuart
Asked on October 25th, 2025how strict is the age policy? My mother is 65 but very fit. Also how much would it be to upgrade from dorms to privates?
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written October 2025
We don't have a strict upper age limit - most passangers will be in the 18-35 age range, however we do get older travellers as well. The only think we mention is that there are included walks that require a level of fitness, but sounds like your mother will be fine! This trip is for dorm accommodation only, we don't offer an upgrade to private dorms.
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Eileen
Asked on October 23rd, 2025I would like to do this tour with my daughter and her boyfriend but I notice it has an age limit. Are there any exceptions to this. I noticed you had a review from an 81 year old lady. What time does the tour leave on the 4th of January please
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written October 2025
The minimum age is 18 but no limit on upper age. The tour does include some short walks and hikes so low level of fitness is required. The tour will depart at 8:45am from Lylo hostel, 54 Cook Street, Auckland.
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Melissa
Asked on October 18th, 2025Is it possible to end the tour in Wellington on Day 6? Are there options for single rooms instead of dorms? Alternatively, could I choose accommodation nearby at my own expense?
- Kiwi ExperienceOperator•Written October 2025
you can decide not to use the last section Wellington to Auckland and related accommodation, however this won't be refunded. About the dorms, we have just these available. It seems that you are more into the Northern Highlights HOHO pass, and with that one you can book your own accommodation.
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