Do Indian travellers need a visa for New Zealand?

Yes. Indian citizens need a visitor visa, applied for online. Apply well ahead of your travel dates and check the latest requirements.

How many days do I need?

Ten days covers the main highlights of both islands by road. Eight works for a focused trip, and fourteen leaves time to slow down.

What is the best time to visit?

December to March is warmest, with long days. March to May and September to November are mild and quiet. Winter suits snow and stargazing.

Can we do a self-drive trip?

Yes. Roads are scenic and well signed. We plan the route, book the cars and stays, and share the distances so each day feels easy.

Is New Zealand good for families?

Yes. Gentle walks, wildlife, beaches and friendly holiday parks make it a great family trip.

What is the flight time from India?

One-stop flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Auckland take about 17 to 20 hours in total.

Oceania · Land of the long white cloud

New Zealand

Where every road ends at a view.

Mirror lakes, steaming geysers, fiords you cruise through and skies full of stars. Poke around, we do not mind.

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TASMAN SEAPACIFIC OCEANCOOK STRAIT Auckland

Auckland City of sails Rotorua

Rotorua Geysers and Maori culture Kaikoura

Kaikoura Whales and seafood Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo Turquoise lake and starry skies Queenstown

Queenstown Adventure capital Milford Sound

Milford Sound A fiord of waterfalls

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Places to visit

Where should we drop you?

Auckland · Rotorua · Kaikoura · Lake Tekapo · Queenstown · Milford Sound

AucklandRotoruaKaikouraLake TekapoQueenstownMilford Sound

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Experiences

Fiords, stars and hobbit holes. You just show up.

Milford cruiseStargazingHobbiton

Etiquette

A six-tip crash course

1Greet with a smile

2Take your shoes off

3Leave no trace

Best time to go

There is no bad season

SummerDec – Feb

MildMar – May · Sep – Nov

WinterJun – Aug

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Waterfalls beneath the peaks

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