Sing along to your favourite song, as you cruise along roads less travelled.
A road trip across New Zealand is unlike any other road trip, because there are so many different landscapes. In just a few hours, you can go from snow-capped mountains to golden beaches, volcanic plateaus, and lush rainforests. Stop anywhere and stay as long as you want. New Zealand is yours to explore at your own pace.
Wake up to the sun rising over a rugged beach, drive past active volcanoes, and coast down The Forgotten World Highway. The North Island has plenty to see and do.
Watch the sun set behind Aoraki Mount Cook, marvel at wildlife in Kaikōura, and eat Bluff oysters in the deep south. A driving holiday through the South Island is the trip of a lifetime.
Before you get behind the wheel, check you understand the basics of driving in New Zealand and how to do it legally and safely. Click the link below to find out important things you need to know about driving in New Zealand.
The Tiaki Promise(opens in new window) is a commitment to care for New Zealand, for now, and for future generations. By following the Tiaki Promise, you are making a commitment to act as a guardian, protecting and preserving our home.
