Whether you picture Lord of the Rings characters amid its soaring mountains or envision yourself lounging by the fire in a cozy lodge and having your own adventures—hiking, white water rafting, fishing, indulging in delicious farm-to-table food and wine—New Zealand is one of those rare places where reality surpasses the fantasy. The beauty of the landscapes and the breadth of experiences are simply unmatched.

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Itineraries We Love

We believe that itineraries need to be personalized, and can work for anyone from honeymooners and adventurers to families and multi-gen groups as long as they are tailored to your interests. Here are some of our favorites; many more can be created by our expert team.

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    Iconic New Zealand

    The best of New Zealand includes time on both islands as well as lots of guided activities. As one Indagare client raves, “It was by far the most adventurous trip I’ve ever taken, and you were right to spend the money on the activities and not only on the accommodations.”

    The best of New Zealand includes time on both islands as well as lots of guided activities. As one Indagare client raves, “It was by far the most adventurous trip I’ve ever taken, and you were right to spend the money on the activities and not only on the accommodations.”

    • When to Go

      Year-Round, but note that the winter months can be cold and rainy.

    • Ideal Length of Stay

      7-14 days

    • Itinerary Highlights

      Guided hikes in stunning nature, scenic helicopter tours with a glacier landing, fly-fishing classes, meeting local farmers and vintners.

    • Days 1-5

      New Zealand’s North Island has a wealth of experiences, from getting out on the water at the gloriously scenic Bay of Islands on the northern tip and world-class golf and wine near Hawke’s Bay to fly-fishing at Taupo, cultural exploration at Rotorua and farm visits in the bucolic region around Wellington.

    • Days 6-10

      New Zealand’s greatest hits are found in South Island, including the coast track in Abel Tasman National Park, the gloriously scenic drive along the eastern coast and Queenstown and Glenorchy, the country’s de facto pinnacle of outdoorsy action. South Island also has the most spectacular accommodations – after all, the term “super lodge” was coined here. Indagare’s favorites are selected for their incredible locations and excellent food and wine.

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    Adventurer’s New Zealand

    Indagare can arrange special tours ranging from a helicopter excursion with sublime views of Milford Sound (Lord of the Rings scenery) with a glacier landing in the Southern Alps, to a wonderful fly-fishing guide who knows the secret spots on Taupo’s emerald-green Waikato River as well as time with local farmers or with the indigenous Maori people.

    Indagare can arrange special tours ranging from a helicopter excursion with sublime views of Milford Sound (Lord of the Rings scenery) with a glacier landing in the Southern Alps, to a wonderful fly-fishing guide who knows the secret spots on Taupo’s emerald-green Waikato River as well as time with local farmers or with the indigenous Maori people.

    • When to Go

      Year-Round, but note that the winter months can be cold and rainy.

    • Ideal Length of Stay

      7-14 Days

    • Itinerary Highlights

      Heli-skiing, fly-fishing, overnight hikes, bungee-jumping, kayaking. Plus staying in some truly remote lodges, including a family-run, 65,000-acre private sheep and deer farm set in a stunning glacial valley in remote Fiordland.

  • Romantic New Zealand

    Romantic New Zealand

    New Zealand is one of those rare places where reality actually surpasses fantasy, be it in the beauty of the nature, the amazing breadth of experiences or the quality of the country’s incredible super lodges. Outdoor enthusiasts and active couples will be in heaven.

    New Zealand is one of those rare places where reality actually surpasses fantasy, be it in the beauty of the nature, the amazing breadth of experiences or the quality of the country’s incredible super lodges. Outdoor enthusiasts and active couples will be in heaven.

    • When to Go

      Year-Round, but note that the winter months can be cold and rainy.

    • Ideal Length of Stay

      10-16 Days

    • Itinerary Highlights

      A helicopter excursion with sublime views; Champagne atop a Southern Alps glacier; Back-country fly-fishing with an expert guide; Hiking some of the world’s most famous treks; romantic dinners at the country’s most acclaimed lodges. Plus, for the ultimate conclusion, an easy add-on to a trip here is Fiji.

Plan With Us

Here are the top three reasons why you should plan your next trip with us.

1

Matchmaking

You dream out loud. We listen to your travel preferences and needs. And together, we craft the perfect trip.

2

Trusted Network

For more than twenty years, we have built relationships with a network of premier partners and guides, assuring that you will travel as part of the Indagare family.

3

Peace of Mind

From planning to execution, we have you covered every step of the way. We offer support on the ground and in our office, so you have a partner at all times.

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  • Member Stories

    “Wow, this trip was action-packed; by far the most adventurous trip we've ever taken. Thank you for coordinating so many amazing activities: mountain biking, hiking, fishing, zip-lining, buggy rides, white water rafting, the shotover jet and the helicopter ride to the glaciers. We loved it all! The food was fresh and delicious everywhere and the villa at Lake Taupo was our favorite.”
    V.W., member since 2015
  • Member Stories

    “It was the best trip. You could confidently send any family on the New Zealand itinerary you made us and I can’t imagine getting anything but great feedback.”
    Butterfield family, members since 2015
  • Member Stories

    “The helicopter excursion over Milford Sound was a really cool experience. The heli was brand-new and had huge glass windows, so it was like being in a bubble. The guide was great.”
    Sarah Baxley Berg, member since 2011

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Everything we recommend is sourced first-hand by our well-traveled team and incredible network of insiders and resources around the world. Here are some the Destination Guides and latest articles not to be missed.

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