Whale Watching Auckland

Experience the ultimate New Zealand adventure on this 18-day journey, combining four days in the far north of the North Island with two weeks exploring the best of the South Island. Experience rich Māori culture and stunning coastlines in the North Island before you journey around the whole of the South Island, featuring whale watching in Kaikōura, world-famous Abel Tasman National Park, spectacular Milford Sound, and the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown.

Please note that the first 4 days of this tour in the far north are shared with guests of all ages. The remaining 14 days of the tour are shared with travellers aged between 18 and 39 years old.

Tour Highlights

• Small group tour (max 18 guests) for a more personal, relaxed experience
  
• Travel in a comfortable, custom-outfitted Mercedes sprinter with panoramic windows
• Kai Iwi Lakes
• New Zealand's largest Kauri Tree
• Waitangi Treaty Grounds
• Beaches in the Bay of Islands
• The ruggard West Coast Township of Franz Josef
• Abel Tasman National Park
• Castle Rock Walk
• 3 Nights in the Adventure capital - Queenstown

 What’s Included

• Expert Local driver guide 
• 3 nights Twin-Share Accommodation - 3 Star hotels
• 14 nights flash pack dorm Accommodation (4-8 bed shared)
• Breakfast daily, 3 x Included dinners
• Wine Tasting at Marsden Winery
• Guided Tane Mahuta tour
• Waitangi treaty grounds combo pass and Hangi dinner
• Kauri Museum
• Wine Tasting in Marlborough
• Golden Bay Day trip
• Ohau Point And Cape Foulwind Seal Colonies
• Punakaiki Pancake Rocks And Blowhole Walk
• Transport to Milford Sound (Cruise optional)
• Free onboard WiFi
• Flight between the North and South Island
• In-depth commentary and guidance throughout 

Late Booking Accommodation Clause

For bookings made within 14 days of the scheduled departure date, accommodation is subject to availability at the time of booking. While we will do our best to keep guests accommodated with the main tour group, this may not always be possible for late bookings. In some cases, guests may be placed in alternative accommodation or in rooms that are not exclusive to the Wild Kiwi group.

Final accommodation arrangements and booking confirmation will be provided by email once availability has been confirmed.