New Zealand · Oceania
New Zealand
Fiords, alpine lakes and the ultimate road trip.
- Best time
- Jan–Mar, Dec
- Flight time
- 24h from London · 19h from New York (via Auckland)
- Language
- English, Māori
- Currency
- New Zealand dollar (NZD)
- Time zone
- Pacific/Auckland
About New Zealand
Why we love New Zealand
New Zealand packs glaciers, volcanoes, rainforest, fiords and golden beaches into two islands. From the geothermal wonders of Rotorua to the peaks around Queenstown, every day brings a new landscape.
We design self-drive and fully guided journeys with luxury lodges, scenic helicopter flights, Māori cultural experiences and some of the best wine in the southern hemisphere.
Highlights not to miss
- 01
Milford Sound
Cruise beneath waterfalls and sheer cliffs, or fly in by helicopter.
- 02
Queenstown lodges
Lakeside luxury lodges with fireplaces, spas and mountain views.
- 03
Māori culture
Experience a traditional welcome and hāngī feast in Rotorua.
- 04
Glacier landing
Land by helicopter on Fox or Franz Josef glacier.
When to go
The best time to visit New Zealand
Our travel designers recommend Jan–Mar, Dec for New Zealand. Temperatures are average daytime highs; rainfall is the monthly average.
| Month | Average high (°C) | Rainfall (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22 | 80 |
| Feb | 22 | 70 |
| Mar | 19 | 70 |
| Apr | 15 | 70 |
| May | 11 | 75 |
| Jun | 8 | 70 |
| Jul | 7 | 60 |
| Aug | 9 | 65 |
| Sep | 12 | 70 |
| Oct | 15 | 80 |
| Nov | 18 | 75 |
| Dec | 21 | 85 |
Journeys
Journeys to New Zealand
FAQ
New Zealand, answered
December to March is summer, ideal for hiking and road trips. June to August is ski season around Queenstown.