New Zealand

Having lived in and traveled around New Zealand for well over a year, we are always singing its praises.

Whether we’re lounging beachside on the North Island, hiking through the Fiordland on the South Island, or freedom camping on either side, we want everyone to experience this magical country.

If you’re interested in traveling to New Zealand – we say do it! But, before you go, read our helpful guides below. We’ve got details on road trips, our favorite activities, and specific advice based on which island you travel to. We can’t wait for you to fall in love with New Zealand!

Planning a Trip to New Zealand

UNIQUE Things to do in New Zealand

campervan drives down a scenic road in New Zealand

New Zealand Road Trip Itineraries with Maps & Attractions

woman in a sleeping bag in a bunk bed withing a new zealand hut

Best New Zealand Huts – Guide to Staying in Backcountry Huts

BEST New Zealand Honeymoon Destinations

a campervan parked in queenstown new zealand

Guide to Renting a Campervan in New Zealand

The mountains that seperate the west and est coast of New Zealand on our scenic flight through Mount Cook National Park

Things You Need to Know Before Moving to New Zealand

Bailey-stands-overlooking-Mount-Cook-National-Park-from-one-side-of-Lake-Pukaki-New-Zealand

Best Time to Visit New Zealand

Islands in New Zealand

North Island

South Island

Popular Places on the North Island

Auckland

Coromandel

Bay of Islands

Wellington

Popular Places on the South Island

Queenstown

Milford Sound

Mount Cook

West Coast

Punakaiki

New Zealand Road Trips and Vanlife

enjoying living in my small camoervan rental in new zealand

Road Trips and Vanlife

If you’re curious about taking road trips around New Zealand, or maybe even committing to vanlife, check out these blogs that go into detail about our own experiences living out of vans and traveling around the country.

We’ve got all the behind-the-scenes info so you can get right to adventuring!

Find all our road trip and van blogs here!