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 COVID-19 UPDATE

All of New Zealand is now at COVID-19 Alert Level 2, except for the Auckland
region which is at Alert Level 3. At Level 3, you should stay home in your
bubble as much as possible. Work from home if you can.

At Level 2, you can travel within New Zealand, except for Auckland. Face
coverings are recommended when you leave your home, and must be worn on public
transport and aircraft, and in places like supermarkets.

For more details go to the NZ government's COVID website www.covid19.govt.nz 

Restrictions remain on international travel to and from New Zealand. If you do
not ordinarily live in New Zealand, please contact your embassy or consulate if
you need assistance. A list of foreign representatives to New Zealand can be
found on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website. 

Everyone in in Aotearoa New Zealand aged 12 and over can book their free
COVID-19 vaccination now.

 

DRIVING IN NEW ZEALAND CAN BE VERY DIFFERENT TO DRIVING AT HOME.

WE DRIVE ON THE LEFT-HAND SIDE OF THE ROAD HERE, SOME OF OUR ROADS ARE NARROW,
WINDY AND HAVE LOOSE GRAVEL… AND IT’S NOT UNUSUAL TO SEE SHEEP OR CATTLE ON
ROADS IN RURAL AREAS. YOU NEED TO GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME TO REACH YOUR
DESTINATION, AND TO UNDERSTAND NEW ZEALAND ROAD RULES AND SIGNS.

Even if you have driven in other countries, it’s important to understand our
rules for driving in New Zealand before you get behind the wheel here. We’ve put
together the key things to consider when planning your trip and as you make your
journey around the country. We’ve also suggested some great New Zealand driving
routes to help with your planning. Scroll down or click the icons below to learn
more.


Planning your Trip

On Arrival

On the Road


PLANNING YOUR TRIP

WHAT YOU NEED

Planning a journey around New Zealand? Here are a few things you’ll need to know
before your New Zealand driving holiday begins.

Watch the video to learn more.

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ON ARRIVAL

ABOUT DRIVING IN NEW ZEALAND

Welcome to New Zealand! We hope you’re looking forward to beginning your
journey. Before you set off, be sure to stay a night in your arrival city to
ensure you are well rested after your flight.

Learn More
Top 10 Things to Know
About Driving in New Zealand



ON THE ROAD

SUMMER DRIVING

About to set off on your New Zealand driving adventure? Follow these tips on
summer driving in New Zealand.

Learn More
Top 5 Driving Tips
in New Zealand


GREAT KIWI ROAD TRIPS

Plan your adventure and you'll be amazed where the road leads you. Follow our
itineraries or plan your own. Whichever way you choose to go, we know you'll
have a great time.

BROWSE ITINERARIES:

NORTH ISLAND SOUTH ISLAND 

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FEATURED ITINERARY


FORGOTTEN WORLD HIGHWAY

Built on colonial bridle paths formed in the late 19th century, Forgotten World
Highway is remote and mysterious to the extreme.



FEATURED ITINERARY


MACKENZIE REGION DAY TRIPS

From beautiful turquoise lakes to towering mountains these are some of the top
day trips you can take from Christchurch into the Mount Cook Mackenzie area.








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