Twenty-five days is enough to stop choosing. No picking one island over the other, no cutting Kaikōura or the Bay of Islands to make room for Milford Sound — you get both islands, properly, with room to actually rest between the big days. It's the trip for travellers who've decided this is the one time they're doing New Zealand right, not the abbreviated version.
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Opening Hours:
8:30am - 5:00pm
Address:
127 Franklin Road
Freemans Bay
Auckland 1011, NZ
Phone:
Email:
Both of our 25-day itineraries depart Auckland and cover the full length of the country, North and South. The difference between them is pace and comfort, not destinations.
PremiumExperience the ultimate New Zealand journey on an unforgettable 25-day premium tour, discovering the breathtaking landscapes, iconic destinations and hidden gems of both the North and South Islands.
AdventureThis could possibly be the best 25 days of your life as you road trip through Aotearoa, New Zealand, hitting all the best spots! From surfing, Māori culture and glowworm caves in the North to mountains, glaciers & vistas in the South, travel New Zealand like never before.
Expect the Far North and Bay of Islands, Waitangi's historic grounds, Rotorua's geothermal valleys and Māori culture, and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves in the north — then a crossing south to Kaikōura for whale watching, Abel Tasman's turquoise coastline, the TranzAlpine railway through the Southern Alps, and on to Milford Sound and Queenstown's adventure activities. It's the difference between seeing New Zealand's greatest hits and actually spending time in the hidden gems between them.
Wild Kiwi is a B Corp Certified tour operator, which means we’re independently verified for our social and environmental impact. We travel by the Tiaki Promise: Aotearoa's pledge to care for the land, the people, and the culture.
Small groups leave smaller footprints. Even on a fast-paced North Island tour, our group cap of 18 means less pressure on the trails and viewpoints we visit.
We also choose low-impact suppliers and brief every guide on Leave No Trace principles.
Our guides introduce Māori place names, stories and customs as you travel. We also engage thoughtfully at cultural experiences along the route, whether that's a hāngī dinner at Mitai or a stop at a wāhi tapu site.
Real stories from travellers who've experienced the magic of New Zealand with us
Adventure tours are built for 18 to 39 year olds, capped at 18 guests, with a livelier pace and more budget-conscious accommodation. Premium tours are open to all ages, capped at 14 guests, with upgraded accommodation and a slower rhythm. Both cover the same bucket-list regions and activities.
The 18–39 range applies at the time of travel. If you'll still be 39 or under on your departure date, you're good to book an Adventure tour. If you're just over the range, our Premium tours cover the same routes and are open to all ages.
A mix of ages within the 18–39 range, bonded more by attitude than by exact birthdate — mostly independent travellers who want an active, social trip. A large share of guests join solo, so you won't be the only one without a built-in travel buddy.
Both. The big-ticket days are planned for you, but free-choice time is built in throughout — a self-guided afternoon in Rotorua, a pick-your-own-adventure day in Queenstown — so you can opt into group activities or go off on your own.
Comfortable, budget-conscious accommodation shared with the group — a step up from a hostel dorm, without tipping into premium territory. Exact room configuration varies by tour and departure, so our booking team can confirm specifics for solo travellers or those wanting a private room.
Most visitors from visa-waiver countries need an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority), arranged online before you fly. Requirements vary by passport, so check the current rules for your nationality ahead of booking.
Yes, our Adventure tours offer guaranteed year-round departures, so you can book with confidence rather than waiting to see if a minimum group size is reached.
You can absolutely join solo. Solo travellers make up a large share of guests on every Adventure tour. See our full guide to solo travel in New Zealand for more.
Groups stay genuinely small (18 max, not 40–50), New Zealand is the sole focus of the itinerary rather than one stop on a multi-country circuit, and every guide is also your driver for the full route — so the same person who knows the roads is also the one telling you where to eat.
