Got the itch to see New Zealand with people who actually want to be outside doing something, not stuck on a 50-seat coach? Our Adventure tours are built for exactly that — small groups of 18 to 39 year olds road-tripping the North or South Island, with a local guide handling the logistics so you can focus on the glaciers, the glowworms, and the group chat you'll still be in three years from now.
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Opening Hours:
8:30am - 5:00pm
Address:
127 Franklin Road
Freemans Bay
Auckland 1011, NZ
Phone:
Email:
Wild Kiwi's Adventure tours are purpose-built for 18 to 39 year olds — independent-minded travellers who want an active, social trip without a big-bus crowd or a rigid coach-tour pace. Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner, or with a crew of mates, you'll be grouped with people in the same stage of life who came for the same reason you did: to actually do things, not just look at them from a window.
AdventurePrepare for a road trip like no other to experience the best of New Zealand's North Island. Discover movie magic, explore glowworm caves, experience the rich Maori culture, and traverse the world-famous Tongariro Crossing.
AdventureExperience the best of the North and South Islands on this epic 14-day road trip. Uncover magic on the Hobbiton film set, hike through a glacier at Franz Josef, and see glowworms in their full glory at Waitomo.
AdventureThis could possibly be the best 3 weeks of your life as you road trip through the land of the long white cloud, hitting all the best spots! From surfing to glowworm caves in the North to mountains, glaciers & vistas in the South, travel New Zealand like never before.
AdventurePrepare for a road trip like no other to experience the best of New Zealand's North Island. Discover movie magic, explore glowworm caves, experience the rich Maori culture, and traverse the world-famous Tongariro Crossing.
AdventureDiscover the best of New Zealand on this 11-day tour, featuring the Bay of Islands, Abel Tasman National Park, and unforgettable whale watching in Kaikōura.
AdventureJourney through New Zealand's natural wonderland on an 11-day road trip from the far north of the North Island to the bottom of the South Island.
AdventurePrepare for a road trip like no other to experience the best of New Zealand's North Island. Discover movie magic, explore glowworm caves, experience the rich Maori culture, and traverse the world-famous Tongariro Crossing.
AdventureDiscover iconic hotspots and hidden gems on this road trip through both of New Zealand’s islands. Taking in epic coastlines and pristine beaches to create an exciting off-the-beaten-track adventure, for the perfect 14-day New Zealand experience.
AdventureThis could possibly be the best 18 days of your life as you road trip through Aotearoa, New Zealand, hitting all the best spots! From surfing, Māori culture and glowworm caves in the North to national parks, world-famous vineyards and whale-watching in the South, travel New Zealand like never before.
AdventureThis could possibly be the best 25 days of your life as you road trip through Aotearoa, New Zealand, hitting all the best spots! From surfing, Māori culture and glowworm caves in the North to mountains, glaciers & vistas in the South, travel New Zealand like never before.
AdventureExperience the ultimate New Zealand adventure on this 18-day journey, combining four days in the North Island with two weeks exploring the best of the South.
The Voyager tours are our most accessible introduction to New Zealand. Compare the North and South Island options below to find the route that suits your trip.
Departs Auckland · Fully guided · From $1,980 NZD
Departs Christchurch · Fully guided · From $2,025 NZD
It’s the question almost every first-time visitor asks. With only a week, the smartest move is to choose one island and do it properly. Here’s the easy way to compare them.
Wild Kiwi is a B Corp Certified tour operator, which means we’re independently verified for our social and environmental impact. We travel by the Tiaki Promise: Aotearoa's pledge to care for the land, the people, and the culture.
Small groups leave smaller footprints. Even on a fast-paced North Island tour, our group cap of 18 means less pressure on the trails and viewpoints we visit.
We also choose low-impact suppliers and brief every guide on Leave No Trace principles.
Our guides introduce Māori place names, stories and customs as you travel. We also engage thoughtfully at cultural experiences along the route, whether that's a hāngī dinner at Mitai or a stop at a wāhi tapu site.
If you’re short on time but want to see the best of Aotearoa, our 7-day tours are your ultimate Kiwi road trip. They're perfect for first-time visitors, solo travellers, or adventure-seekers who want to capture the essence of New Zealand.
From glaciers and fjords to glowworm caves and Māori culture, you can experience it all without the stress of planning. Every detail is taken care of so you can focus on the experience, not the logistics.
Real stories from travellers who've experienced the magic of New Zealand with us
Adventure tours are built for 18 to 39 year olds, capped at 18 guests, with a livelier pace and more budget-conscious accommodation. Premium tours are open to all ages, capped at 14 guests, with upgraded accommodation and a slower rhythm. Both cover the same bucket-list regions and activities.
The 18–39 range applies at the time of travel. If you'll still be 39 or under on your departure date, you're good to book an Adventure tour. If you're just over the range, our Premium tours cover the same routes and are open to all ages.
A mix of ages within the 18–39 range, bonded more by attitude than by exact birthdate — mostly independent travellers who want an active, social trip. A large share of guests join solo, so you won't be the only one without a built-in travel buddy.
Both. The big-ticket days are planned for you, but free-choice time is built in throughout — a self-guided afternoon in Rotorua, a pick-your-own-adventure day in Queenstown — so you can opt into group activities or go off on your own.
Comfortable, budget-conscious accommodation shared with the group — a step up from a hostel dorm, without tipping into premium territory. Exact room configuration varies by tour and departure, so our booking team can confirm specifics for solo travellers or those wanting a private room.
Most visitors from visa-waiver countries need an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority), arranged online before you fly. Requirements vary by passport, so check the current rules for your nationality ahead of booking.
Yes, our Adventure tours offer guaranteed year-round departures, so you can book with confidence rather than waiting to see if a minimum group size is reached.
You can absolutely join solo. Solo travellers make up a large share of guests on every Adventure tour. See our full guide to solo travel in New Zealand for more.
Groups stay genuinely small (18 max, not 40–50), New Zealand is the sole focus of the itinerary rather than one stop on a multi-country circuit, and every guide is also your driver for the full route — so the same person who knows the roads is also the one telling you where to eat.
