Where to go? Destinations New Zealand

Discovering New Zealand, the land of kiwis, Maori and rugby.

A trip to New Zealand is a real homecoming. Off the coast of Australia, this small island country will make you see life in blue and green. Green landscapes, turquoise waters, snowy mountains, pastures filled with sheep: a unique and almost dreamlike setting, ideal for hiking. Adept of thrills? New Zealand will be your new paradise.

You will love :

  • Walk in the footsteps of Frodo's' Lord of the Rings 'and discover the location of the shooting
  • Discover Maori culture and, why not, get tattooed
  • Visit Auckland, one of the most pleasant cities in the world
  • Swim in the hot springs of Roturia
  • Indulge in water sports in the Gulf of Auraki
  • Take the Tranzalpine crossing the country
  • Hiking on Tongariro National Park
  • See dolphins swimming in the Bay of Islands
  • Admire the emerald-colored landscapes of the Abel Tasman National Park
  • Attend a rugby match

What to do in New Zealand?

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Before getting in New Zealand

  • Infos
  • Driving
  • Languages
  • Security level

    Niveau: 3. Exercise normal safety precautions.

    Visa and passport

    See Embassy recommendations

    Vaccines and health

    No vaccines

    Currency / Exchange rate

    Currrency : New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
    Rate on 16/10/2017
    USD = 1.378 NZD
    NZD = 0.726 USD

    Electrical outlets

    Voltage : 230 V
    Frequency : 50 Hz
    Plug : Type I
    Power outlet : Type I

    Local time / Capital

    Wellington
    GMT+12:00

    Road infrastructure

    The country has a good road infrastructure. You will not have unpleasant surprises.

    Driving direction

    Driving is on the left.

    Renting an SUV / 4x4?

    Depending on the region, check before you go.

    Speed limitations

    In town : 50 km/h. Out of town : 100 km/h. Check for road signs.

    Alcohol

    Unexperienced drivers : 0.00 g/dl. Experienced drivers : 0.05 g/dl. For your own safety, you should not drink. (Regulations evolve quickly, find out before driving)

    English level

    Ask directions or exchange with local people will not be a difficulty.

    Spoken languages

    English (de facto official) 89.8%, Maori (official swear) 3.5%, 2% Samoan, Hindi 1.6%, 1.2% French, North Chinese 1.2%, 1% Yue, Other undeclared or 20.5%, New Zealand Sign Language (official jure)

    Phone code

    64

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