Trips to New Zealand
Why travel solo to New Zealand?
What’s the weather like?
New Zealand has a number of different climate zones due to the size of the country. The north island has subtropical weather during the summer months whereas southern parts are cooler with mild summers and cold, snowy winters. The average summer temperature in New Zealand is between 20 and 25ºC (77ºF) with an average winter temperature of 12 to 16ºC (61ºF).
Top three activities
1. Heli-flight over Franz Josef Glacier
2. Swim with dolphins in Kaikoura
3. Wine tasting in Marlborough
Top five dishes to try
1. Crayfish & seafood
2. Māori hāngī
3. New Zealand lamb
4. New Zealand pies
5. Fish & chips
Top places to visit in New Zealand
Queenstown
Framed by epic mountains and perched on a glistening lake, Queenstown is New Zealand’s adrenaline rush capital and activity base extraordinaire. From bungee jumping and skydiving to jet-boating and whitewater rafting, it’s the ultimate outdoor playground.
Milford Sound
Perfect water bounded by rainforested cliffs, roaring waterfalls and glacier-carved peaks; Milford Sound is the jewel of Fiordland National Park. It’s a wildlife wonder, too, being home to dolphins, seals and crested penguins.
Kaikoura
A picturesque town set against snowcapped mountains; this area is well known for its abundance of marine life, including sperm whales, fur seals and penguins. Swimming with dolphins here is an activity you can’t miss.
Franz Josef
Franz Josef is a small but lively town that attracts visitors with its astounding, blue-hued glacier. Taking a scenic helicopter flight over the glacier will undoubtedly become a core life memory.
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