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View of the Hauraki Gulf sea, taken from the Owhanake Coastal Track on Waiheke Island, New Zealand. Photo: Shutterstock

The insider advice on this page is from one of Wendy’s Trusted Travel Experts for New Zealand and Australia: Sarah Farag of Southern Crossings.

A native New Zealander based in Auckland, Sarah works her superb connections—from sheep farmers to helicopter pilots—to open doors for her travelers. She can set you up with a driving itinerary and rental car with stops for scenic hikes, wine tastings, and whatever else you might enjoy, but for those times when you’d prefer not to worry about driving on the left-hand side of the road and to be able to lose your eyes in the country’s countless glorious vistas and navigate to its most charming hidden corners without having to keep your eyes on the road, she has the savviest private drivers at her beck and call. Sarah has pull not just with the country’s top luxury lodges, but also with its guesthouses and even private homes with chefs. And, as a mom of two teenage sons, she is especially tuned in to what families enjoy most. For those wanting to see more of the region, Sarah can add beach stops in Fiji and other South Pacific islands, or coordinate with Sydney-based colleague and fellow WOW Lister Stuart Rigg to include time in Australia.

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Combining countries

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The Great Barrier Reef, seen from above. Photo: Tourism Whitsundays

Always book your trans-Pacific flights into one country and out of the other, so you don’t have to backtrack. It usually makes sense to start with New Zealand: Since you make up time flying from there to Australia and arrive just two hours after you departed, you can still fit a lot into your travel day.

If you have two-and-a-half weeks, you can go wine tasting on New Zealand’s Waiheke Island, explore Maori culture and geothermal features in Rotorua, scratch your adventure itch in Queenstown, enjoy Sydney’s harborside delights, take in Uluru and learn about Aboriginal culture in Australia’s Red Centre, and end your trip on a pristine Queensland beach near the Great Barrier Reef.

Wine lovers will need three weeks to cover the major regions in each country: Waiheke Island, Hawke’s Bay, and Central Otago in New Zealand, and the Barossa Valley, Mornington Peninsula, and Hunter Valley in Australia. Cap it all off with a few nights to detox on an island in the Great Barrier Reef.

Wildlife lovers will need a bit more time to get to the most remote spots. The mountains and rainforests of New Zealand’s South Island hold the last remaining wild populations of most of the country’s bird species, not to mention the marine life hiding along its rocky coastline. Australia’s top nature destinations are spread across the country, from Kangaroo Island in the south to Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory and Western Australia’s Ningaloo Reef. Hone in on the creatures you most want to see, or expect to spend a good bit of time getting from place to place.

What to Do and See

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The ultra-luxe Mt Isthmus private villa is near New Zealand’s Lake Hawea, an underrated lake most travelers skip. Photo: The Lindis Group

Most underrated places New Zealand’s Lake Hawea isn’t as well known as Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown, or even neighboring Lake Wanaka. But it’s just as scenically impressive—if not more so—and you are likely to have the vast majority of it to yourself. It’s well worth stopping for a picnic when driving along the country’s west coast, but nowadays you can stay longer thanks to fabulous new options for an overnight, such as the ultra-luxe Mt Isthmus private villa or a cottage on Lake Hawea Station, a sheep and cattle farm focused on regenerative agriculture.

Australia’s Northern Territory can be tricky to work into a multi-country itinerary due to the time required to get there and get around (given the vast distances), but those who make it are treated to red-earth deserts, lush green watering holes, star-filled skies, uniquely Australian wildlife, and authentic Aboriginal experiences.

Most overrated place While Auckland is a thriving city in a beautiful location, New Zealand is all about getting out of the cities. Auckland is also a mini version of Sydney—so if that’s on your list, you can skip the former, or use it only as a base to explore the beautiful islands and beaches on its doorstep.

Hidden gems Both countries are known for their trekking routes, but they’re also a casual walker’s paradise, with countless shorter trails that you can easily enjoy on your own.

Blue Pools Track in New Zealand’s Mt. Aspiring National Park is an easy, three-kilometer track through beautiful beech forests and via an Instagram-worthy swing bridge suspended over the glacial Blue Pools and the Makarora River.

Sydney’s Bronte to Bondi coastal walk is one of the most scenic places to watch the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean and see Sydney locals going about their morning rituals (ocean swims, a before-work surf, beachside yoga, and flat white coffees in a trendy local café).

Don’t bother Hiring a campervan. They have become very overpriced, and now that many parts of both countries have banned “freedom camping”—the ability to park anywhere—they no longer offer the flexibility they once did. Campervans are also not particularly compatible with New Zealand’s winding roads, and many locals are quite opposed to the scenic obstructions when parked en masse in the height of summer.

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Book one of the glass pods at The Lindis in the Ahuriri Valley and enjoy the twinkling skies from your outdoor hot tub. Photo: The Lindis Group

Cheap thrill There are countless places to enjoy star-studded Southern-Hemisphere skies —from New Zealand’s Southern Alps (the South Island’s Aoraki Mackenzie region is home to an International Dark Sky Reserve) to Australia’s vast outback. Time your stargazing right and you may even catch the spectacular Southern Lights (Aurora Australis).

If “cheap” isn’t a requirement for your stargazing, book one of the glass pods at The Lindis in the Ahuriri Valley and enjoy the twinkling skies from your outdoor hot tub with a flute of New Zealand sparkling wine in hand.

Bragging rights Sarah listens carefully to each traveler’s interests and employs her wide network of contacts to tailor special experiences that you won’t find online. She’s chartered a helicopter and hired a Department of Conservation ranger to take her travelers to parts of New Zealand where few others have ever set foot—including a natural hot springs with a secret location.

In Australia, she’s arranged a birthday party on Shark Island in Sydney Harbour with an Aboriginal welcome and smoking ceremony, didgeridoo players, dinner prepared by one of the city’s most acclaimed chefs, and a private fireworks display.

Prime Picnic Spot Take the ten-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland across the harbor to historic Devonport . Collect picnic provisions from any of the quaint local cafés before walking up the nearby extinct volcano of Mt. Victoria for panoramic views of the Auckland skyline, the sailboat-filled Waitemata Harbour, and across to volcanic Rangitoto Island.

Across the Tasman, Sydney’s waterfront Botanic Gardens are hard to beat for the picture-perfect picnic spot: a beautiful leafy setting with the harbor, opera house, and bridge as your backdrop.

Where to Stay and Eat

Best bang-for-your-buck hotels Auckland’s Hotel Britomart is the first in the country to earn five green stars from New Zealand’s Green Building Council; it gets another five stars for its service and elegance. All of the rooms are the same extremely compact size—but all exceptionally tasteful and considered—so you’re best off booking one from the least expensive Laneway category.

In Sydney, if your time is short, it’s possible to combine Sydney Harbour views, native Australian wildlife right outside your room, and dinner at one of the city’s hottest new restaurants in a single hotel stay, provided you book a room at the Wildlife Retreat at Taronga , located within Sydney’s Taronga Zoo.

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Qualia’s pavilions look out to the Whitsunday Islands, in the Great Barrier Reef of Australia. Photo: qalia

Best-value splurge lodges As accommodations go, New Zealand is best known for its small luxury lodges; one of the most charming is Pihopa Retreat in Nelson. Situated on the outskirts of Nelson, this wonderful boutique property offers six spacious and beautifully appointed suites among 5.5 acres of gardens; continental breakfast is included and dinners can be arranged by the delightful New Zealand owners, who live in the main house with their family.

Ten miles off the coast of Queensland, Australia, Qualia’s 60 ultra-luxe pavilions (what they call their standalone private villas) are nestled into the northern tip of Hamilton Island and surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef. You can fill your days here with snorkeling, scuba diving, flightseeing by helicopter or seaplane, spa treatments, or even a jaunt by private yacht to a secluded beach where you’ll be dropped off with Champagne and a gourmet picnic.

Restaurants the locals love Amisfield is a restaurant and winery on the outskirts of Queenstown, near Lake Hayes. Despite receiving a lot of press after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited in 2014, the bistro’s team have kept their heads down and continue to serve delicious dishes with a lovely local flair—nothing too fancy or fussy, but reliably tasty. The place is always full of locals, which tells you something about its consistency of service and culinary excellence. If you have time for a long and lazy lunch, ask for the “Trust the Chef” option: Simply let them know of any dietary requirements, then sit back, relax, and they’ll bring a selection of dishes to your table.

Fratelli Paradiso is a lively neighborhood trattoria in Sydney’s trendy Potts Point, and a favorite with both locals and in-the-know visiting celebrities; Elton John never fails to enjoy a casual meal here when in town. Friendly waiters translate the blackboard menus as the chefs prepare their signature dishes—Calamari Sant’Andrea and delicious lasagnes—best enjoyed with a glass of wine from the extensive list of Italian and Australian labels. As locals would expect, it’s open seven days a week for all-day dining.

Dish to try Spring is whitebait season in New Zealand, when these tiny freshwater fish become one of the country’s most sought-after delicacies. They aren’t bought in the supermarket; locals have a “whitebait guy” they buy from. The fish are most often cooked with eggs to create omelet-style whitebait fritters, which can be found everywhere from New Zealand’s top restaurants to small roadside takeaway stalls. Four of the six whitebait species are endangered, so ask if what’s being served has been sourced sustainably.

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Take a private boat into Dusky Sound, where your pilot will dive into the icy-cold waters for fresh crayfish to barbecue. Photo: Southern Crossings

Meals worth the splurge On New Zealand’s South Island, in a region inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Sarah can arrange for the ultimate indulgence in both fresh seafood and untouched scenery : A private helicopter takes you on a scenic flight—over rainforests, mountains, glaciers, and fjords—to a custom-built boat in Dusky Sound, one of Fiordland National Park’s most remote inlets. Here you can fish or hike the shoreline where explorer Captain Cook first came ashore in 1773, and where today dolphins, fur seals, and other wildlife abound. For lunch, your pilot will actually dive into the icy-cold waters, harvest a couple of crayfish from the sea floor, and barbecue them to be served with gourmet sides and New Zealand wine and beer.

In Australia’s dining capital of Melbourne, Attica serves innovative degustation menus that showcase local Australian produce such as salted red kangaroo and King George whiting in paperbark, as well as ingredients foraged by head chef Ben Shewry himself.

How to spend a lazy Sunday Farmers markets’ have made a big comeback in recent years and are held in most cities and towns across New Zealand on Sunday mornings. Head down for a delicious brunch freshly harvested by the farmers themselves, and ask the locals which coffee cart is the best. Don’t miss the markets in the waterside precincts of Wynyard Quarter (Auckland), Queens Wharf (Wellington), The Terrace (Christchurch), or Steamer Wharf (Queenstown). In Australia, there is Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market, the very tasty South Melbourne Market, and Hobart’s lively Farm Gate market.

As for your Sunday afternoon, if you’re in Auckland, catch the ferry across the Waitemata Harbour to Waiheke Island. Known affectionately as the Island of Wine and just 40 minutes from downtown, Waiheke is where locals go for a relaxed vibe, long lunches looking back across to the city, strolls past coastal sculpture, and beach walks.

For a lazy Sunday afternoon in Sydney, catch the ferry across the harbor to Manly , where you can enjoy a coastal stroll, a swim in the surf, and a sundowner with the locals by the water’s edge on Manly Wharf.

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September through May is the best time to combine New Zealand and Australia in a single trip. March and April bring T-shirt days and duvet nights, they’re less crowded than the peak Southern-Hemisphere summer months, and rates are a bit lower.

In October and November the gardens are lush, the countryside is vibrantly green in New Zealand’s North Island and still snow-capped in the South Island, and you get lovely spring weather in Australia.

Worst Times to Go

June, July, and August can get chilly in the region’s southern reaches, and many of New Zealand’s iconic hiking trails close over this period. That said, early August is ideal for heli-skiing and notching untracked runs on private ski fields after the local schools have returned from winter break; you can even combine a New Zealand alpine adventure with Australia’s Great Barrier Reef or a tropical stopover in Fiji.

Biggest Rookie Mistake

Trying to combine Australia and New Zealand in less than two weeks: Most of your time will be spent traveling rather than experiencing. If you can only get away for two weeks, don’t try to cover multiple regions in each country; instead, look at combining Sydney with New Zealand, for example, or Australia with Queenstown.

Can't-Miss Photo Ops

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The views are grand at Craggy Range Winery in Hawke’s Bay (pictured), where you can look out over the vines planted at the foot of Te Mata’s dramatic jagged peak; for beautiful light and vines bursting with grapes, get your shot in the late afternoon during the Southern-Hemisphere spring or summer.

The constantly changing hues of Uluru, or Ayers Rock, make it one of Australia’s most iconic photo-ops. Early morning and late afternoon best showcase the colors of this unique monolith—itself a sacred site of the local indigenous people—and the surrounding landscape.

The Souvenirs

Manuka honey, which New Zealand bees produce from the nectar of the native manuka plant. Maori traditionally used manuka for its healing properties, and some people use the honey today for medicinal purposes. In Australia, you can find honey made from eucalyptus, which is prized for is flavor, color, and high quality.

Pounamu, or greenstone, refers to several types of stone found in southern New Zealand that have long been used in carvings done by Maori artists. It is considered bad luck to buy pounamu for yourself, but it makes a wonderfully meaningful gift.

Must-have App

The MetService weather app for New Zealand is handy, with such a changeable climate and so many activities being weather-dependent (although Sarah monitors weather closely for her travelers).

Airport Intel

Auckland International Airport is not physically attached to Auckland Domestic Airport, which makes connecting flights a bit of a headache. While most airlines allow you to book flights with as little as one hour between them, this is almost impossible to make! Two hours is a realistic minimum connection time. For the smoothest logistics, Sarah can arrange for someone to meet you at the plane and for a private car to take you between terminals.

If your U.S.-Australia flights have you changing planes in Auckland, you’ll need to apply for an NZeTa (an Electronic Travel Authority) before you fly.

Do not bring honey or any fresh produce into New Zealand. The country’s unique ecosystem is fiercely protected by its border controllers, who will readily fine anyone bringing in such products.

Tipping Tip

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Tipping is not expected in New Zealand or Australia, and is entirely discretionary as an appreciation of good service. All employees are paid full wages and therefore do not depend on gratuities for their income. However, a tip in the vicinity of 10% in recognition of excellent service has become the custom in cafés and restaurants.

Don’t Forget to Pack

Sunglasses and a hat. The sun is strong and the air particularly clear, so these two items are essential year-round.

Think in layers. The weather can change from sunny and hot to cool in a matter of hours, whether you are traveling in summer or winter.

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Experience one of the world’s most unique dining experiences, with Uluru as your striking backdrop. You’ll enjoy a classic barbecue of steaks, lamb sausages and garlic prawns, while gazing at the ancient monolith as it’s dusty red walls change colors during sunset. As the sun disappears, turn your eyes to the skies for spectacular stargazing.

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The International Antarctic Centre

Located in Christchurch, the International Antarctic Centre is one of the best attractions in New Zealand. There are scores of interactive experiences to show you what life is like in Antarctica, including a thrilling all-terrain vehicle tour and a wild Antarctic storm room. Immerse yourself in the 4D theater and meet the cheeky penguins.

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Set in Sydney’s vibrant Darling Harbour, the Australian National Maritime Museum shares the country’s stories of the sea. You can explore three open vessels including a ship and a submarine, and various exhibitions that document the charting of Australia’s coastline and the sacred meaning of the sea to the Aboriginal Australians.

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The Museum of Sydney showcases the colonial and contemporary history of Sydney, though pictures, objects and digital media exhibitions. It was built on the ruins of Australia's first Government House dating back to 1788, and today houses a large display of convict artefacts recovered from over 25 archaeological digs.

Best museums in Australia & New Zealand

Our trips to Australia and New Zealand showcase the region’s top museums, from the interactive Antarctic Centre in New Zealand, to the open ships of the Australian National Maritime Museum.

Pavlova is made from chewy meringue shell with a soft marshmallow center, and topped with whipped cream and fresh fruits like strawberries, kiwifruit and passionfruit. There’s a rivalry between Australia and New Zealand over the true national origins of the dish, but both countries agree it’s a truly delicious dessert.

Seafood is a national specialty throughout New Zealand, but the best place to enjoy a meal of crayfish is Kaikoura, a seaside town on the South Island. Here, you’ll enjoy the freshest catch of the day, and the crayfish is boiled and served with a tangy dipping sauce.

Found in restaurants all over Australia, the parmigiana is one of the most beloved dishes in the country. It’s made from a breaded chicken breast slathered in tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, served with french fries and salad. It originated in Italy and was brought to Australia with a wave of Italian migrants.

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Our tours of New Zealand and Australia will reveal their most beloved dishes, from fresh crayfish and chicken parmigiana, to the sweet meringue of pavlova.

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Australia is the world’s largest island, while New Zealand is famed for its scenic roads. Bring some headphones to accompany your long journeys through the panoramic landscapes.

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You’ll need a range of shoes for your journey, from flip-flops for the beaches, to hiking boots for the mountains, and even a formal pair for a night at the Sydney Opera House.

You’ll see some of the world’s most extraordinary sites in Australia and New Zealand, and you’ll need a camera to capture all the action.

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Australia vs New Zealand: which destination is right for you?

Tasmin Waby

May 9, 2023 • 6 min read

If you’re planning a great Antipodean adventure, Australia and New Zealand tempt in equal measure.

If you’re planning a great Antipodean adventure, Australia and New Zealand tempt in equal measure. © iStock; Getty Images

If you’re planning a great Antipodean adventure, Australia and New Zealand tempt in equal measure.

Yet since that year-long sabbatical that will allow you to travel slowly across both countries may be a long time coming, you’ll likely have to make the tough decision to visit one over the other.

How do you tackle such a choice? Let two of our travel experts help.

Australian travel writer and Lonely Planet contributor Sarah Reid has collected more than 130 passport stamps. But she has yet to visit another country that ticks as many boxes as her homeland.

So our mountains might not be as dramatic, our airline safety not as funny and our rugby team...well, let’s not get into that. But while I have a deep affection for our neighbor across the Tasman Sea, there’s really no beating what Australia has to offer visitors.

Crowds look at Uluru at dusk, Red Centre, Northern Territory, Australia

Cultural cachet

Let’s start with the world’s oldest living cultures. Every corner of the country forms part of the traditional lands of an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander group with its own language, customs, traditions and stories. And there have never been more opportunities to experience this rich cultural legacy, from being dazzled by  Wintjiri Wiru , a new state-of-the-art cultural storytelling experience at  Uluru , to climbing the  Sydney Harbour Bridge with an  Indigenous storyteller guide .

Speaking of Sydney : what a showstopper! I lived in the  New South Wales capital for nearly a decade and I still get misty-eyed at the sight of the  Sydney Opera House sticking out into the sparkling Sydney Harbor. With regard to new food frontiers, did you know the flat white was invented in Sydney? We realize that might hard for Kiwis to accept. And while New Zealand might have made the first pavlova, its culinary scene doesn’t hold a candle to Australia’s, particularly in Sydney and  Melbourne , which both lie within easy striking distance of top wine regions. And let’s not forget our other cool capital cities: Canberra and Hobart , to name two, can get literally as cold as Auckland or Wellington, but rarely as windy.

Kids on a walking path looking at wild echidna with beach in the background, Portland, Victoria, Australia

A world of wildlife

The magical island of Tasmania is home to five of Australia’s 12 Great Walks . And while we won’t deny the Lord of the Rings landscapes experienced on New Zealand’s 10 Great Walks are pretty special, they’re generally lacking one thing Australia has no shortage of: wildlife. (Sheep don’t count.) It never gets old spotting a koala dozing in a gum tree, an echidna waddling across your path or a kangaroo bounding through the bush. And how amazing are Australia’s birds? There are few sounds as joyous as a family of kookaburras erupting into laughter.

I will say that New Zealand’s small size makes for easier and less carbon-intensive trips within the country. Yet across its great girth, Australia is blessed with astounding and unrivaled diversity, best experienced on a road trip to destinations like Cairns and Far North Queensland , where the world’s oldest living tropical rainforest meets the world’s largest coral reef (the Great Barrier Reef is still incredible, by the way). Or the wild and rugged Top End of the Northern Territory , where red-dirt trails lead to Aboriginal rock art and serene swimming holes.

You could spend a lifetime exploring the highlights of mainland Australia. But our territory also encompasses more than 8000 islands. From the colonial heritage of Norfolk Island to the otherworldly natural beauty of Lord Howe Island , many of these spots are bucket-list destinations unto themselves.

It helps, of course, that Australia has an ideal climate for exploring outdoors. For what good is a gorgeous beach that’s usually too cold for a dip? At any given time of the year, it’s the perfect time to be somewhere Down Under. Just ask the 15 percent of New Zealand’s population who call Australia home.

The zing of New Zealand

Travel writer and editor Tasmin Waby has explored almost all of New Zealand, from Cape Reinga to Stewart Island (where seeing kiwis under the Milky Way was a life highlight). 

While some of the world’s wealthiest preppers may have chosen New Zealand as the place to move in the face of a global apocalypse, New Zealanders are busy making the world a better place so that those billionaire bunkers won’t be needed after all.

New Zealand is the home of my extended family – my whānau – and I honestly can’t believe I haven’t moved there yet. I have vivid childhood memories of the South Island : eating my first ripe peach straight from an Otago orchard, smelling lanolin on my hands after petting a lamb, following a cousin into the frigid ocean at St Clair’s beach in Dunedin in winter.

Travelers ride horses in lupine flower field, overlooking the beautiful landscape of Mt Cook National Park in New Zealand

Small but mighty

One of the best things about going to New Zealand is that you can easily tour its highlights in a week or two. (Honestly, though, if you’re going to go all the way there, take your time and do it properly.) You can’t say the same for Australia – which is really a continent of nations . Despite what your Mercator map might suggest, you need to narrow it down to one region (and deal with your FOMO later). 

While New Zealand is small, it doesn’t feel so when you’ve pitched your tent in a campground by an almost-empty beach that fades into a distant mist of sea spray. Nor when you’re hiking otherworldly volcanic landscapes at Tongariro National Park , or rainforested valleys with only the local wildlife for company. 

And New Zealand’s native animals? Well, at least they’re not trying to kill you…

On the North Island , you can cycle from one coast to the other in just one day. Down on the South Island, you can test your own limits by skiing, bungee-jumping, mountain-biking, jet boating and tackling a via ferrata in Queenstown and Wanaka .

New Zealand is the country for lovers of nature, who also value a proper coffee (whether Australia or NZ invented the “flat white” is a point of hot contention) or a quality drop of wine   – ideally sampled at a cellar door restaurant with views of the ocean.

When sailing the turquoise waters of the Bay of Islands in the tropical “winterless north,” New Zealand is very much a Pacific paradise. Down south, where chiseled mountains plunge into an ocean of marine life, Fiordland could double for Scandinavia.

A red cable car ascends with a view of Wellington and the ocean in the distance, Wellington, New Zeland

Sophisticated cities (plus penguins)

New Zealand’s biggest city, Auckland is a thriving metropolis with harborside restaurants, open-air festivals, and muggy summer nights, comparable to Sydney – but without the parking problems. Pocket-sized Dunedin and Wellington tick all the “city” boxes, with destination hotels , cocktail bars and fine dining . Then you only need to drive a mere 10 minutes to spot penguins or migrating whales.

Yet you shouldn’t just travel here merely to immerse yourself in incredible landscapes. You’re here to experience the world anew.

Australia may be making strides toward reconciliation with its First Nations, but in New Zealand Māori language , worldview and the traditional values of guardianship of the land, sea and sky are all very much a part of what it means to be a New Zealander. Here, the cultural and spiritual significance of a river is already enshrined in law.

You’ll find New Zealanders are progressive, friendly, and good natured. Even though – incredibly – not all of them were extras in Lord of the Rings , feel free to ask them anyway: Kiwis also have a wry sense of humor. Get over there and find out.

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Local emergency contacts

Fire and rescue services, medical emergencies.

Call 111 or contact the nearest police station.

Call 105 or go online for Police non-emergencies.

Advice levels

Following the January floods and Cyclone Gabrielle, a National Transition period is in place, covering the Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Tairāwhiti and Hawkes Bay regions and the Tararua, Masterton, Carterton and South Waikato Districts. Check the  National Emergency Management Agency  for updates.

  • Crime rates are similar to those in Australia. Thieves often target vehicles. Don't leave valuables in your car or campervan.
  • Earthquakes are a constant risk. Large, damaging quakes can happen at any time. Know what to do during and after an earthquake.
  • All of New Zealand's coastline is at risk of a tsunami. Know the tsunami warning signs and move to high ground immediately. Don't wait for official alerts.
  • New Zealand has several active volcanoes. Volcanic alert levels may rise quickly. You may be ordered to evacuate at short notice. Stay informed and follow the advice of local authorities. 
  • Weather conditions can change quickly. Severe weather could leave you stranded or injured, especially in an isolated area. If you're climbing, hiking or in a remote area, register your trip with the Department of Conservation. Carry a personal locator beacon.

Full travel advice:  Safety

  • Make sure your vaccinations are up to date before you travel.

Medical facilities and services are of a similar standard to those in Australia.

  • New Zealand and Australia have a reciprocal healthcare agreement. This lets Australians access public medical facilities and care. However, there are some things it doesn't cover. Ensure you get comprehensive travel insurance.

Full travel advice:  Health

  • Don't use or carry illegal drugs. Penalties may include fines and prison sentences, including for small amounts.
  • Carry approved identification if you want to purchase alcohol or enter licensed premises. Approved ID includes your passport, a New Zealand driver's licence, an existing Hospitality NZ 18+ Card, or a Kiwi Access Card. An Australian driver's licence is not an approved form of ID under the NZ Sale and Supply of Alcohol Regulations.

Full travel advice:  Local laws

  • Before you travel, check Immigration New Zealand's website  for current entry restrictions and requirements.
  • Most Australian citizens don't need a visa to enter unless you have a criminal record or if you've been deported from any country. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. You can contact the nearest New Zealand embassy or consulate for the latest details.

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Local contacts

  • The  Consular Services Charter  details what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
  • To stay up to date with local information, follow the High Commission’s social media accounts

For consular help, contact the  Australian High Commission in Wellington , or the Australian Consulate-General in Auckland.

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Full advice

Petty crime.

Crime rates in New Zealand are similar to those in Australia.

Thieves often target valuables left in cars and campervans.

Cyber security 

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.

More information:

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Civil unrest and political tension

Demonstrations and protests.

Protests are generally peaceful. However, public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent.

Follow the advice of local authorities.

  • Demonstrations and civil unrest

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

  • New Zealand police
  • New Zealand Security Intelligence Service

Climate and natural disasters

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New Zealand experiences  natural disasters  and  severe weather , including:

  • earthquakes
  • volcanic activity
  • flash flooding

To protect yourself in a natural disaster:

  • secure your passport in a safe, waterproof place
  • follow the advice of local authorities
  • keep in contact with friends and family

Monitor local media and other sources, including:

  • Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management
  • Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System
  • GetReady website  (New Zealand government)

Earthquakes

Earthquakes  are a constant risk in New Zealand.

Most quakes are too small or deep in the earth to feel. However, about 150 to 200 quakes are big enough to feel each year.

Large, damaging earthquakes have occurred and could happen again at any time. Aftershocks can continue for days or weeks.

When an earthquake happens, you're advised to drop, cover and hold. If an earthquake is long or strong, and you're near the coast or large body of water, you should go to higher ground immediately.

If you're indoors during an earthquake:

  • move no more than a few steps to a heavy, solid object you can get underneath, and hold onto it
  • don't try to run outside
  • stay indoors until the shaking stops
  • stay away from windows, chimneys, and shelves with heavy objects

If you're in bed:

  • hold onto the bed and stay where you are
  • protect your head and body with a pillow and blankets

If you're outdoors:

  • move to the nearest clear spot
  • keep away from buildings, trees, and power lines
  • drop to the ground

If you're in a car:

  • drive to a clear place away from buildings, trees, and power lines
  • stay in the car with your seatbelt on until the shaking stops

If you're in a lift:

  • stop at the nearest floor and get out

After the earthquake finishes:

  • be aware of possible tsunami risks (see below)
  • prepare for travel delays
  • reconfirm your travel arrangements
  • check your accommodation with travel agents and tour operators

Because of the region's earthquake risk, tsunamis could happen.

All of New Zealand's coastline is at risk of a tsunami.  New Zealand is a member of the Pacific Tsunami Warning System.

The National Emergency Management Agency manages the National Tsunami Advisory and Warning Plan and issues tsunami alerts on its website. These are also broadcast by New Zealand media.

A tsunami could arrive within minutes. There may not be time for an official warning.

Move immediately to high ground, or as far inland as possible, if you're near the coast and you:

  • feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up
  • feel a weak, rolling earthquake that lasts a minute or more
  • see a sudden rise or fall in sea level
  • hear loud and unusual noises from the sea

Don't wait for official warnings.

Walk or bike if possible because of potential road congestion.

New Zealand's active volcanoes can erupt at any time. Volcanic alert levels may rise quickly. You may be ordered to evacuate at short notice.

If there's volcanic activity:

  • follow the instructions and advice of local authorities
  • follow evacuation orders
  • take official warnings seriously

If you plan to visit active volcanoes or surrounding areas:

  • monitor the  GeoNet  website
  • get local advice first

Visit  GeoNet  for information about volcanic activity at:

  • Mt Tongariro
  • White Island
  • other active volcanic sites

Severe weather

Weather conditions can change quickly. Severe weather can occur.

Creeks and rivers can experience  flash flooding  after heavy rains.

Rapid weather changes could leave you stranded or injured, particularly if you're in a remote area.

Monitor weather conditions, forecasts and warnings from  Metservice .

Take extra care if you're climbing, hiking or in a remote area. See  Travel

A state of local emergency has been declared for Christchurch City, including Banks Peninsula and Selwyn District. For further information, visit the Civil Defence Emergency Management website. 

Parts of New Zealand experience  bushfires  in hot, dry conditions.

If there's a bushfire, follow local advice.

Adventure activities

Most people enjoy adventure activities safely in New Zealand. However, these activities carry risks.

Several serious accidents involving Australians and other travellers have occurred. People have died.

Some operators have been found to be negligent.

Safety standards can differ both between individual operators, and from standards in Australia.

If you plan to do an adventure activity:

  • be aware of the risks of individual or group activities
  • check the safety standards of operators
  • check to see if operators meet industry standards

Safety risks can increase in severe weather and remote areas.

Before you do any adventure activities :

  • make sure your  travel insurance  covers your planned activities
  • understand what your travel and other insurance doesn't cover
  • only book with operators with appropriate safety equipment and practices
  • always use the safety equipment, even if others don't

If you're trekking or travelling in a remote area:

  • get updates on local weather from the  Department of Conservation (DOC)
  • check conditions with the local DOC visitor centre
  • register your trip with a DOC visitor centre
  • tell your family and friends your plans
  • carry a personal locator beacon
  • avoid creeks and rivers after heavy rains

You can hire personal locator beacons throughout New Zealand.

When you return from a hike, check in with:

  • the DOC visitor centre
  • your family and friends
  • anyone else who knew your plans
  • AdventureSmart
  • Mountain Safety Council

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive  travel insurance  before you leave. 

Your policy must cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.

  • what activities and care your policy covers
  • that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away (including if stopovers on the way to your destination are covered) 

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition. 

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

  • have a basic health check-up
  • ask if your travel plans may affect your health
  • plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you need counselling services in New Zealand, contact:

  • Lifeline – 0800 543 354 or free text HELP (4357)
  • Suicide Crisis Helpline – 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)
  • Healthline – 0800 611 116
  • Samaritans – 0800 726 666
  • General health advice
  • Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to take medication, check if it's legal in New Zealand. Take enough legal medication for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

  • what the medication is
  • your required dosage
  • that it's for personal use
  • New Zealand Customs Service
  • Medicare Australia

Health risks

Health risks are broadly similar to those in Australia.

Medical care

Medical facilities, reciprocal health care.

New Zealand and Australia have a  reciprocal health care agreement . This lets Australians access public medical facilities and care.

It doesn't:

  • include ongoing treatment of existing health conditions
  • cover extra accommodation costs or flights for family members
  • cover flights to Australia
  • replace the need for travel insurance.

To access services under the agreement:

  • show your current Australian passport or evidence of permanent residency
  • show your valid Medicare card.
  • New Zealand Ministry of Health
  • Reciprocal health care agreement (Services Australia)

Accident Compensation Corporation

If you're injured in an accident, the  Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC)  covers the costs of hospital treatment.

The cover provided by ACC:

  • offers injury cover on a 'no-fault' basis — this means accident victims don’t have a legal right to sue a third party
  • ends once you've left New Zealand
  • doesn't replace your need for  travel insurance .

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our  Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

Penalties for possessing and using drugs may include fines and prison sentences.

  • Carrying or using drugs

Alcohol laws

You'll need photo ID to buy alcohol or enter licensed premises.

You can't use your Australian driver's licence.

Approved IDs include:

  • current passport
  • current New Zealand driver's licence
  • Kiwi Access Card
  • Approved ID

Quarantine regulations

New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules.

If you don't declare items for quarantine, you'll get an instant fine.

If you make a false statement, you'll face heavy fines and prison sentences.

Customs requirements 

When you arrive, customs officers may check electronic devices they suspect are being used in criminal activity. Devices may include:

  • mobile phones
  • portable tablets
  • hard drives
  • digital cameras

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

  • Staying within the law and respecting customs

Dual citizenship

New Zealand recognises dual nationality.

If you're an Australian-New Zealand dual citizen, use your  Australian passport  to enter and leave Australia.

  • Dual nationals

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. Make sure you meet all entry and exit conditions. Contact  NZ Immigration  for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules. If you don't meet the conditions, the Australian Government can't help you.

Visa conditions 

Most Australian citizens don’t need a visa to enter unless you have a criminal record or if you've been deported from any country.

Australian permanent residents need to apply online for a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) to enter New Zealand. Australian citizens are exempt from this rule.

For more information refer to the NZ Government Immigration website .

If you've been:

  • convicted of any crimes, or
  • deported from any country

contact a  New Zealand Visa Application Centre  for advice well before you travel.

New Zealand Visa Application Centre

Suite 9.03, Level 9, 139 Macquarie Street Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Phone: 1800 388 718 Website:  www.ttsnzvisa.com Email :  [email protected]

Border measures

Check the  latest requirements  before you book your travel.

Maritime border

New Zealand's maritime border reopened to all vessels, including foreign flagged vessels, cruise ships, recreational vessels (such as yachts and small craft) and specialist vessels used in research and exploration. 

For more information see the  Ministry of Health Maritime Sector website .

  • COVID-19 – International Travel  (New Zealand Government)
  • Information for visa holders  (New Zealand Immigration)

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting  a new passport .

  • NZ Immigration

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

  • In Australia, contact the  Australian Passport Information Service .
  • If you're overseas, contact the nearest  Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with ‘X’ gender identifier 

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can't guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.

More information: 

  • LGBTI travellers

The local currency is the New Zealand Dollar ($NZ).

Declare all amounts over $NZ10,000 or equivalent on arrival and departure. This covers all forms of currency, not only cash.

ATM availability is similar to Australia.

You can use debit or credit cards in most places as you would in Australia.

Contact your bank to let them know you'll use your cards overseas.

Local travel

Driving permit.

You can drive for up to 12 months with your Australian driver's licence.

After that, you'll need to get a local licence.

  • Driver licences

Road travel

Ice, snow, fog, high winds and roaming animals can cause hazardous conditions. Heavy rain can cause landslides across roads.

Outside major cities, there aren't many motorways. Overtaking opportunities are limited.

Prepare for longer travel times than in Australia.

Railway crossings don't always have barriers, particularly in country areas.

If you're driving in mountain areas or to ski fields, be aware that roads:

  • are often narrow and unpaved
  • may not have safety barriers
  • may require you to use snow chains
  • may only be accessible by 4WD

It’s illegal to use a mobile phone while driving, but there is an exemption for 111 calls in genuine emergencies. Hands-free devices and 2-way radio are permitted.

If you plan to drive in New Zealand:

  • learn the  local road rules  before driving
  • be careful if there's ice, snow, fog or high winds
  • check for road closures and warnings with the  New Zealand Transport Agency
  • equip yourself for current and possible weather conditions
  • Driving or riding
  • Driving in New Zealand

Motorcycles

Make sure your travel insurance covers using a motorbike, quad bike or similar vehicle.

Always wear a helmet.

Taxis and rideshares are generally reliable. The standards are similar to Australia.

The  New Zealand Transport Authority  regulates taxis and rideshare apps.

Public transport

Buses, trains and ferries operate throughout New Zealand. State-run services are also regulated by the New Zealand Transport Authority.

Take care of your belongings on public transport.

  • Transport and getting around safely

Several international cruise lines stopover in New Zealand. 

  • Going on a cruise

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check  New Zealand's air safety profile  with the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

  • family and friends
  • travel agent
  • insurance provider

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the  Consular Services Charter  for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

Australian High Commission, Wellington

72-76 Hobson Street Thorndon Wellington, New Zealand Phone: (+64 4) 473 6411 Fax: (+64 4) 498 7103 Website:  newzealand.highcommission.gov.au Facebook:  Australia in New Zealand Twitter:  @AusHCNZ

Australian Consulate-General

Level 7, HSBC Tower  186-194 Quay Street Auckland City, New Zealand Phone: (+64 9) 921 8800 Fax: (+64 9) 921 8820

Check the High Commission website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

  • +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
  • 1300 555 135 in Australia

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Immigration information.

New Zealand citizens automatically receive a non-protected Special Category Visa (SCV) when they arrive in Australia provided they meet certain security, character and health requirements.  We encourage you to check your eligibility for entry to Australia by visiting the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website or by contacting your nearest Australian immigration office to discuss your plan to travel to Australia. 

Getting an arrival stamp in your passport is the only physical evidence that you hold this visa.  If you use SmartGate (an automated border processing system that allows you to self-process through passport control) you are granted an SCV but you do not get an arrival stamp in your passport.  If you wish to obtain a stamp you can do so by asking a Customs and Border Protection Officer.

You can then stay and work in Australia indefinitely as long as you remain of good character, do not present a serious health risk (such as untreated tuberculosis) and retain your New Zealand citizenship.

Non-protected SCV holders do not have the same rights and benefits as Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents.  Australian authorities can also cancel an SCV if a person fails certain character and health requirements, such as committing a crime or untreated TB. 

If your SCV visa is cancelled, you may be placed into an immigration detention centre before being deported from Australia.   If you arrive in Australia and border authorities refuse to grant you a SCV on character grounds, then you may also spend time in detention followed by removal. 

Short-term visits

New Zealanders making short-term visits to Australia should buy comprehensive travel insurance to cover non-emergency health care costs, including repatriation and ambulance costs.

New Zealanders are eligible to receive free emergency hospital treatment under the Reciprocal Health Agreement , but New Zealanders without an Australian Medicare card have to pay the full cost of any non-hospital treatment such as doctors’ visits or pharmaceuticals.

For information about visiting Australia while receiving New Zealand Superannuation (NZ Super), a benefit or other payment, read the "Going overseas" information on the Work and Income website.  

Living in Australia - entitlements

New Zealand citizens who intend to live in Australia long term should apply for a Medicare card on arrival, which enables access to medical and hospital services.  For more information, see the Services Australia website .

If you receive NZ Super, Veteran’s Pension or Supported Living Payment and intend to live in Australia you may qualify for payment in Australia.  You must advise Work and Income of your plans and apply to the Australian authority (Centrelink) within a set time of arrival.  

For more information about NZ Super and Veteran's Pension, see the Living in Australia page on the Work and Income website.  For information about Supported Living Payment, see the Social security agreement with Australia page. 

Automatic permanent residence for New Zealanders ceased in 2001.  

From 1 July 2023, New Zealand citizens who have been living in Australia for four years or more will be eligible to apply directly for Australian citizenship. They will no longer need to first apply for and be granted a permanent visa. These changes apply to New Zealand citizens holding a SCV who arrived in Australia after 26 February 2001

For information on the Special Category Visa or applying for Australian citizenship, please see the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs  website.

What the New Zealand Government can do

New Zealanders who get into difficulties overseas, including in Australia, are eligible for consular assistance but there are limitations.  See Our Services for more information.

New Zealand Government offices in Australia have no funds to assist New Zealanders in financial difficulty.  New Zealand agencies such as Work and Income NZ are unable to pay emergency benefits to assist people outside New Zealand.

Further information for New Zealanders in Australia is available on the "Living in Australia" page on the New Zealand High Commission website.

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Combining Australia and New Zealand: questions to ask yourself

By Australia and New Zealand specialist James

You could go from the Red Centre’s desert panoramas to tropical Queensland, and follow it all up with the glaciers, sea cliffs and snowy mountain ranges of South Island. Or, embark on a wildlife-themed trip, going from the underwater wonderlands of the Ningaloo or Great Barrier reefs to New Zealand’s Kaikoura, one of the world’s best whale-watching destinations. Combining Australia and New Zealand in the same trip lets you experience wildly contrasting topographies and ecosystems within the space of a few weeks. And, thanks to constantly improving flight connections, it’s easier than ever to travel between the two.

It’s natural you might want to visit Australia and New Zealand in one go: they’re so close, and you’re already taking a long plane journey to get to either place. There are lots of ways to split your time between the two countries — this Australia and New Zealand Uncovered trip outline is just a starting point.

But, for a really fulfilling trip, there are a few things you’ll need to mull over.

How much time do I have?

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Allow a minimum of three weeks. Any less than that, and I encourage you to focus on only one country.

Five weeks would give you time to see three different areas of Australia without feeling rushed — Sydney, Uluru/Ayers Rock and the Great Barrier Reef  is a popular grouping. Then, you could head over to New Zealand for a ten-day road trip through the South Island’s standout scenery.

When do I want to go?

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This question determines where exactly you’ll go, so it needs to be considered upfront. It’s really about coordinating the optimum times to go to different areas of Australia  with the best time to travel to New Zealand .

I speak to many people who are set on cramming their visit into the Austral summer (December to March), to make the most of the Southern Hemisphere’s warmer weather. This works well for New Zealand, but there are a few caveats for Australia.

Anywhere in Australia south of Brisbane  enjoys warm weather and blue skies between December and March. But, this same period coincides with cyclone season in Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef. Visiting over the Christmas period can also rule out Kakadu National Park and the Northern Territory , which gets heavy rainfall at this time of year.

So, if you’re planning to travel between December and March, think about the breadth of what Australia has to offer. The Outback isn’t limited to Australia’s Top End. As long as you’re prepared for the baking sun, you can also experience the Outback in South Australia’s Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park   — a land of clefted sandstone foothills, lonely homesteads, behemoth rock formations and roaming emus.

You can find out more about ‘the Flinders’ (as it’s known) in our guide to South Australia’s landscapes and wildlife . And, as an escape from the Outback’s heat, you could always follow up the Flinders with a few cool glasses of wine in the vineyards of the Clare or Barossa valleys.

If you’re not wedded to a December–March travel period, consider timing your trip for October and November instead. You could catch the tail end of the fine weather in Queensland  in October, before moving on to a springtime Sydney. By the time you reach New Zealand in late October to early November, the days will be getting longer and becoming increasingly warmer.

If you want to see Australia’s Top End at its finest, go between May and September, but bear in mind that you’ll have less daylight in New Zealand at this time of year.

How many flights am I prepared to take?

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You have lots of options for flying between and Australia and New Zealand. Flight times are relatively short (it’s three hours from Sydney to Auckland , the same amount of time it takes to fly from Sydney to Uluru).

You’re not restricted to the major gateway cities of Auckland, Sydney, Queenstown and Melbourne , either. You could, say, fly from Christchurch to Perth , combining the South Island’s scenic big hitters with time on the beaches and in the winelands of Western Australia’s Margaret River Region.

When combining Australia and New Zealand, I always try to cut down on empty transit time. This can even make you reconsider how much you want to fit in to your trip: how many days do you really want to spend hanging around airports?

You can also break up your flying. You might fly into Sydney, then swing across to Queenstown to start exploring the South Island, before flying to Melbourne to drive the Great Ocean Road . There’s nothing to say you can’t go to Australia twice.

Nor do you have to use Sydney as your starting point. Fly direct to Cairns from Singapore or Hong Kong. Start with the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, then hop down to Uluru/Ayers Rock, and culminate your Australia leg in Sydney before flying on to New Zealand.

How can I narrow down where I want to go?

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This is a tough one — you have to accept you won’t see everything. Start by thinking about each country in isolation and having an honest conversation with yourself about what you really want to see in each.

As I touched on earlier, the beauty of Australia and New Zealand is that despite their proximity, they’re scenically very distinct. In only a matter of weeks, you can go from shaking the dust off your boots in the Outback to strapping on crampons and walking on a glacier.

If you really don’t know where to start with New Zealand, opt for a classic South Island road trip . This is where you’ll find not only alpine panoramas, winelands and fjords, but also year-round whales, dusky dolphins, fur seals and more in Kaikoura .

With Australia, think about its varying ecosystems and which ones particularly appeal to you. The great knuckle-like, rust-red monolith of Uluru exerts a magnetic pull on some; others are less enthralled. The Great Barrier Reef  often sits near the top of many Australia wish lists, but, if you’ve previously visited extensive coral reefs in other parts of the world, you might want to try something new.

When it comes to the cities, I usually argue the case for including Sydney, Melbourne and New Zealand’s capital Wellington . But, in my book, you can skip over Auckland, New Zealand’s biggest city: it shares many of the same characteristics of Sydney (a glittering marina and shiny high-rises). It’s also possible to fly directly from Sydney to Wellington.

However, if you’re an avid birdwatcher, Auckland might come higher up your list. You might, say, be intrigued by the possibility of visiting one of the predator-free island reserves off Auckland’s coast.

If viewing wildlife is important for you, you might wish to spend longer in Australia — New Zealand doesn’t have the standout species nor the zoological variety of Australia.

However, it’s a rewarding destination if you’re especially drawn to marine life or birdlife, as our guide to observing New Zealand’s wildlife explains. There are several places to see the reclusive kiwi, for example, from a hatchery in Rotorua to the untamed Stewart Island in New Zealand’s far south.

Whale shark, Ningaloo Marine Park

Australia also has much to offer beyond its koalas, kangaroos, and other headline species: the Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia is brimming with sea turtles, reef sharks, and in some places, the rare dugong. And, Kangaroo Island in South Australia is worth the extra journey time. Nicknamed the Australian Galapagos, its wildlife (including echidnas, wallabies and koalas) thrives in the island’s unspoiled environment and the guides here are second to none.

You might also think about not duplicating experiences. If you plan to drive the Great Ocean Road, stopping off at its coves and beaches, perhaps you can afford to forget the beaches of New Zealand’s Coromandel Peninsula.

Instead, think about what can’t be replicated by each country. I’m a fan of the Grampians , a waterfall-sluiced mountain range in Victoria, but they pale into comparison to New Zealand’s Southern Alps or the North Island’s volcanoes.

In short, it’s about combining the best of both places, according to your personal interests.

Finally, try not to do too much. It’s tempting to squeeze as much as you can into a combined Australia and New Zealand trip, but you’ll have a better experience if you’re not just careering around both countries, spending a night here and a night there.

If witnessing the geothermal showground of Rotorua is a priority for you, don’t just limit your experience to one geothermal park. Stay for three days and mountain bike among the spurting fumaroles of Whakarewarewa Forest Park, one of the best places to go cycling in New Zealand . Or, explore the Inferno Crater Lake of the Waimangu Volcanic Valley, which is ringed with a champagne shade of silica terracing.

Similarly, if you’re visiting Uluru, I urge you to escape the crowds thronging Ayers Rock Resort and spend a day visiting Mount Conner, an immense flat-topped monolith set on a private cattle station. It’s the Outback as it was meant to be seen — without another soul in sight. You can find out more about the lure of Mount Conner in our blog about experiences you might not know existed .

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Air New Zealand is making it easier to get across the ocean and Down Under by putting flights to Australia from the United States on sale.

The airline’s Australia sale , which must be booked by March 4, has discounted flights available from Air New Zealand’s six North American gateway cities, including New York City and Los Angeles, the airline shared with Travel + Leisure . Flights during the sale start at just $998 roundtrip.

“Welcome to the vibrant and diverse city of Sydney, Australia! From stunning beaches to iconic landmarks, there's something for everyone in this city of endless possibilities. No matter what your interests are, Sydney has something to offer,” the airline wrote as part of the sale. “Book your trip today and get ready to experience Australia's most vibrant city.”

Fly roundtrip to Sydney from either Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Honolulu starting at just $998, or fly from Houston starting at just $1,198. Travelers can also fly roundtrip to the Australian city from Chicago starting at $1,298 or fly roundtrip from New York City starting at $1,498.

The sale also offers deals in Air New Zealand’s premium cabins with a roundtrip flight to Sydney in the airline’s Business Premier seats starting at just $6,898 from either Los Angeles or San Francisco.

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Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2025-26 season in Australia and New Zealand.

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It's almost fitting that this Test series between New Zealand and Australia starts on as obscure a date as February 29.

There have only been five Tests in the 2,531-match history of Test cricket, encompassing 36 leap years, that have started on a leap day, with Thursday's match being the sixth.

It's a rarity that is in keeping with the scarcity of Test matches between the two nations.

That might sound incredible — surely these two neighbourly Test-playing nations, geographically removed from the rest of the world's cricketing powers, would embrace their mutual isolation with regular contests?

Apparently not.

When the two teams line up at Wellington's Basin Reserve on Thursday, it will be the first time in eight long years Australia's Test side has travelled to play a Test in New Zealand.

Just a short flight away, New Zealand's geographical proximity lends itself to the closest of ties — sporting, social and political.

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So it might seem baffling that the neighbourly congeniality that extends between the countries across so many facets does not quite stretch to the number of meetings on the cricket pitch — at least not in the red ball format.

But the facts remain: In the 78 years of Test match cricket between the two nations, Australia has played New Zealand just 60 times.

An ambivalent one-way attitude 

To put that into perspective, over that same 78-year time frame, the Aussies have played 23 Tests at Lord's alone — only just shy of the 26 total Tests they've played in New Zealand.

Since the first official trans-Tasman meeting, Australia has played over three times more Tests against far-flung rivals England (218 matches).

Only against Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Zimbabwe have Australia played fewer Tests — apart from, of course, Afghanistan or Ireland, who they, like the vast majority of full members, haven't deigned to play a Test against even once.

New Zealand have played far fewer Tests than Australia since 1946 — 692 to 454 — but most have been against England (100), making a mockery of the relatively easy transport between the two Antipodean neighbours.

Those numbers suggest that the early attitude of Australia to New Zealand appears to be of ambivalence, if not outright condescension — the near-27-year gap between the first and second official Test matches highlighting a remarkable lack of appetite for trans-Tasman contests in cricket.

Thankfully, the paucity of competitive fixtures is not shared among other sports: Australia and New Zealand are each other's most frequent opponents in international rugby union, rugby league and football.

And it's not like there was some kind of invisible force field that limited sporting travel between the two nations between 1946 and 1971 either.

The Wallabies and All Blacks met 33 times in those 27 years, with the Wallabies fitting in a further seven matches against the New Zealand Māori: 40 of the Wallabies' 109 matches in that time came against New Zealand opposition.

Chris Cairns appeals

Australia were plenty busy enough within that lengthy gap on the cricket field mind you, playing England a whopping 71 times, India 25 times, the West Indies 30, South Africa 29 and Pakistan nine times — including making a remarkable 22 overseas tours between their first and second trips to New Zealand.

The inaugural Test between the two nations was something of a drought-breaker in itself — the Wellington meeting of March 1946 was the first Test to be played globally since England's Oval draw with the West Indies in August 1939, the last before the outbreak of hostilities in World War II.

It has to be said, the result in that first meeting — and the manner of how it came about — may have played something of a role in Australia's reticence to head to its nearest Test-playing neighbour.

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Australia — without the ill Don Bradman, who didn't travel — won by an innings and 103 runs despite only scoring 8-199 at a soggy Basin Reserve ground as New Zealand were bowled out for 42 and 54 for the match — only afforded Test status retrospectively — to be over inside two days.

It remains the 10th  shortest completed Test match ever played in terms of the number of balls bowled.

That suggested, perhaps, that the Kiwis — selecting from a population of just 1.6 million in the 1940s — simply were not up to the rigours of Test cricket, leaving the Australians to take on meatier opposition such as England and India.

'Vulgar' crowd abuse mars recent meetings

Steve Smith and David Warner rest in the tunnel

Despite results in recent decades showing that New Zealand are more than worthy international opponents, there has continued to be a desperate lack of fixtures against Australia in red ball cricket.

In the last 30 years Australia has played New Zealand in just 28 Tests, only the sixth-most regular fixture Australia has of the nine Test playing nations they have played (excluding Afghanistan and Ireland).

Interestingly, in an era or reciprocal tour arrangements, there has been a real disparity between the number of Tests hosted by Australia and by New Zealand in bilateral series.

Granted, that is also true in fixtures with Pakistan, but when you account for the fact that Pakistan did not play a Test series on home soil for 10 years between 2009 and 2019 due to security risks, it's pretty galling.

That is not reflected, necessarily, in one-day cricket: New Zealand has played more ODIs (142) against Australia than any other team.

For Australia, that is on par with the amount of games they have played against England (156), India (151) and the West Indies (146).

Perhaps more galling though, is the number of overseas Test tours that have taken place in the last three decades.

Australia has toured India (nine times), England, South Africa (both eight), the West Indies (six) and Sri Lanka (five) more often than New Zealand (four, prior to this series).

When you consider Australia has travelled three times to Pakistan over the past 30 years — including Pakistan's enforced nomadic decade of Test matches — New Zealanders might have a right to feel snubbed.

If you include Test series against Pakistan that were held in neutral territory (Sri Lanka, the UAE and England), Australia toured against Pakistan seven times in that period for 18 Tests.

That being said, the last time Australia toured New Zealand in 2016, the home supporters hardly rolled out the welcome mat.

David Warner described being "hounded for six or seven hours" daily during the Test matches in 2016.

"It doesn't matter if you're home or away, you're going to cop some form of abuse," Warner said.

"Some of the stuff was pretty derogatory and pretty vulgar.

"The upsetting thing was the fact that, I know if my two daughters were in the crowd I wouldn't want them listening to that sort of stuff.

"When they're talking about people's families and stuff it takes it a little bit too far and I think some of the boys raised the issue."

This, of course, occurring during the same series when Steve Smith and Josh Hazlewood were both fined for dissent after an aggressive LBW decision — correctly — went against the Aussies in the second Test.

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A crowd watches cricket at the MCG

The lack of Test contests between the two nations is even more surprising given the crowds that witnessed the 2019/20 tour, the last time the two sides met in red ball cricket.

A crowd of 80,473 watched day one of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG , then the seventh highest in Australian Test history and the second biggest for a non-Ashes fixture on Boxing Day.

In total, 203,472 watched the four days, bolstered by a huge contingent of New Zealand supporters watching the first Trans-Tasman Boxing Day Test in 32 years — and just the fourth appearance of the Kiwis at the MCG in a Test.

With those numbers, it's almost impossible to reconcile the apparent apathy Australian authorities have had to the fixture.

On the field, there's no doubt that New Zealand underperformed in that series, losing all three Tests by soul-destroying margins of over 200 runs.

A crowd watches at the Basin Reserve

Of course, the crowd numbers in New Zealand are not even going to come close to that heady summer four years ago.

The maximum number of spectators that can be housed in Wellington's homely Basin Reserve ground is just 11,600.

Hagley Park in Christchurch, which will host the second Test, has a standard capacity of 9,000, which can be boosted to 18,000 if required with temporary seating.

Why don't they play more often?

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As ever, if a sporting decision doesn't make sense, one should look at the finances. 

New Zealand, population 5 million, simply does not have the same income-generating potential as more lucrative trips to the subcontinent.

Then there's the time zone — a minimal two hours, sure, but the wrong way — the climax of each day's play ends well before prime-time on the east coast of Australia.

But in truth, perhaps it's the time of year that's the problem.

March means football in Australia, with cricket consigned to distant dreams and far off lands at least until Christmas decorations start reappearing in the local shopping centre.

Where do these Tests fit? Are they a part of the summer of cricket? Should we be playing cricket in Autumn at all?

In a formulaic sporting calendar, this series simply doesn't fit in to the neat and prescribed boxes cricket has been allocated within the year.

As such, there is a risk that the entire series could pass the sporting public by — much in the same way that Australian cricket has seemingly spent most of the last seven decades ignoring its little cousin across the ditch.

That would be a fundamental error: New Zealand, while not quite as strong as the team that won the inaugural World Test Championship — a trophy now held by the Aussies — still pose a clear and ever-present threat that deserves far more respect than it is often afforded.

Australia may have ended their domestic summer with a 4-1 record, but that does not tell the true story of two series that surpassed the minimal expectations placed upon it when the fixtures were confirmed.

What had been written off as a hum-drum summer of easy victories was anything but, and if not for a couple of butter-fingered Pakistani slip fielders , a 4-1 overall scoreline could have been very different.

New Zealand celebrate

New Zealand have warmed up with this series by smashing an understrength South Africa in consecutive Tests, with Kane Williamson proving once again that he is one of the world's premier Test match batters. 

One must hope that there is more interest in this series than the mismatch New Zealand just endured against South Africa, which plunged Test cricket back onto its death bed just a handful of days after the West Indies and England administered to it the kiss of life .

After all, this is a series that deserves more than to be a post-summer sideshow, despite what the schedulers think.

ABC Sport is live blogging every ball of Australia's Test series against New Zealand from Thursday, February 29. Follow all the action from Wellington's Basin Reserve ground from 8:00am AEDT.

ABC Sport will also have ball by ball coverage on the ABC Listen App from 0845 AEDT each day, just look for the red cricket ball.

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Learn more about the available visa options and entry requirements into New Zealand

We enjoy welcoming visitors to New Zealand. Having a valid passport and the right visa is key to a trouble-free entry into New Zealand. Your passport has to be valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure date, and if required, have a valid New Zealand visa .

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Travel requirements to New Zealand

Travellers currently need to fill in a paper Passenger Arrival Card, which is handed out onboard your flight to New Zealand.

From July 2023, travellers arriving at selected international airports in New Zealand will be able to complete an online declaration. (opens in new window)

  • Travellers arriving into Christchurch airport or Wellington airport will be able to complete an online declaration from the week starting 10 July 2023.
  • Travellers arriving into Queenstown airport will be able to complete an online declaration from mid to late July.
  • Travellers arriving into Auckland airport will be able to complete an online declaration later in August 2023.

The Passenger Arrival Card will continue to be accepted for a period of time after the NZTD is introduced.

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You do not need a visa to visit New Zealand if you are:

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  • An Australian citizen travelling on an Australian passport
  • A foreign passport holder with a valid visa for New Zealand - including a Permanent Resident visa

If you plan to visit New Zealand for a short period, you need request a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (opens in new window) (NZeTA) before you travel if you are:

  • A citizen of a country which has a visa waiver (opens in new window) agreement with New Zealand (you can stay up to three months)

If you don’t meet the above, then you’ll need a visitor visa. The fastest and easiest way to apply for a visitor visa (opens in new window) is online.

Before travelling to New Zealand, you need to make sure your passport is valid for at least three months longer than your expected departure date.

Be sure to request your   NZeTA , or apply for your visitor visa well in advance of travel to avoid delays, and only use the official NZeTA website to request your New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority.

For more information on cost and processing times, visit the official   NZeTA website .

If you have a biometric ordinary passport (or electronic passport) and are over 12 years old, you may be able to use New Zealand Customs eGate service. This allows you to complete your Customs and Immigration checks faster so you can get on with enjoying your visit to New Zealand.

Working holidays

Working holiday visas (opens in new window) are available to young people, usually aged 18-30 (but 18-35 for a select few nationalities). They let you travel and work in New Zealand for up to 12 months, or 23 months if you’re from the UK. To apply you’ll need to meet the visa requirements, and have:

  • A return ticket, or enough money to pay for one; and 
  • Be coming mainly to holiday, with work being a secondary intention.

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Work visas and staying permanently

If you’re thinking of coming to New Zealand to work for a few years, or maybe even to settle, you’ll need a work or resident visa. To get that – you’re likely to need a job.

For information about working in New Zealand, including industry profiles, tips on job hunting, and a list of job sites to check out, visit New Zealand Now. (opens in new window)

Transiting through New Zealand

Transit visas (opens in new window) will also be needed for all people travelling via New Zealand, unless they are specifically exempted by immigration policy.

More information about visas

The visa and immigration information on this page is just a summary. For everything you need to know about coming to New Zealand, visit Immigration New Zealand. (opens in new window)

Find out if you need a visa

Essential travel information

Upon arrival in new zealand.

Once you have checked your eligibility for travel (opens in new window) , you will need to complete a New Zealand Traveller Declaration (opens in new window) .

Traveller Declaration requirements

Travellers arriving into New Zealand international airports now have the option to complete a digital declaration instead of a paper arrival declaration, before travelling to New Zealand. To find out more go to www.travellerdeclaration.govt.nz (opens in new window) .

Here's how to complete your declaration online. 

You will need to complete a Passenger Arrival Card (opens in new window)  before passing through Customs Passport Control. A passenger arrival card will be given to you during your flight. If not, cards are available in the arrival area.

What you can bring into New Zealand

After you’ve cleared passport control, you should collect your baggage and proceed through customs and biosecurity checks. In order to protect New Zealand and its environment, certain items are not allowed to be brought into the country, have restrictions for entry or must be declared if they are deemed to present a biosecurity risk. These include food, plants, animal products and outdoor recreational equipment.

Your baggage may be sniffed by a detector dog and/or x-rayed, and it may be searched to identify any risk goods you might be carrying.

To avoid penalties it is best to familiarise yourself with these guidelines prior to travel. For a detailed list of prohibited, restricted or declarable items, please visit Ministry for Primary Industries (opens in new window) (biosecurity agency).

Allowances and duty free concessions

As a visitor to New Zealand you may be entitled to various concessions and duty free entries on some of your goods. If you are 17 years or older, you are entitled to allowances for alcohol, cigarettes and tobacco. For detailed information on allowances and duty free concessions, please visit New Zealand Customs (opens in new window) .

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