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In New Zealand every trip is an adventure. With everything so close you'll find a new experience around every corner.

Getting there is part of the fun in New Zealand. With spectacular landscapes no trip is alike. Hire a car or campervan and drive, or jump aboard a hop-on hop-off bus to explore more everyday.

No matter what unique experiences you choose to do in New Zealand getting there is part of the adventure. With Academy Award-winning scenery and some of the most unique activities available in the world you’ll have a blast no matter what itinerary you choose to follow.

With a range of transport options there is something for everyone, from hiring a car for those who want to explore some of New Zealand’s hidden gems, to bus tours for those who are keen to meet like-minded travellers. If you’re after the most authentic Kiwi experience, hiring a campervan and staying for a little longer is the ideal way to explore our wonderful country.

For those backpackers looking to explore New Zealand on a schedule our comprehensive domestic flights will have you jetting between cities in no time. You can literally be surfing the blue water of the far north, and prepping for a snowboarding session in Queenstown in the same day.

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