Zephyr

Product Details

The Kiwi Experience is definitely the easiest, most flexible and affordable way to get yourself to the best bits of New Zealand. In a nutshell, it’s a hop on, hop off bus service that takes you to most famous highlights of Kiwi-land, as well as the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track. Hop off the bus when you want to explore an area some more – and when you’re ready to leave, just jump on the next bus to pass your way. The Kiwi Experience is also a great way to make new friends, as every single bus is full to the brim with other backpackers! The Zephyr pass is the one for you if you want to see the bits of New Zealand that everyone sees, as well as the hidden gems that lay off the beaten track!

Pass details

Why buy this?

The Zephyr is basically a Sheep Dog pass with an awesome add-on trip to the Bay of Islands. As with the Sheep Dog tour, you will travel to the underground world of Waitomo, see the Volcanic Plateau and Mt.Doom (Mt.Ngaruhoe), relax in the remote River Valley Lodge, see the awesome pancake rocks in Punakaiki or throw yourself off the World’s first commercial bungy jump... and that's just for starters. This trip will ensure that you see all of the iconic spots in New Zealand and so much more.

Your itinerary

Paihia Whitianga Rotorua Waitomo Taupo River Valley Wellington

Nelson Westport Mahinapua Franz Josef Wanaka Queenstown ,strong>Christchurch

What you get

• Hop-on, hop-off bus pass
• Ngawha Mineral Hot Springs
• Maori culture
• 144 islands to explore
• Swim with dolphins
• Boat rides, kayaking and sailing
• Go diving or snorkelling
• Sandboard down massive dunes
• Visit New Zealand's best fish and chip shop
• Walk to Cathedral Cove
• Take a dip in hot pools
• Visit the geothermal and cultural capital of NZ
• Try zorbing or luging
• Climb over swing bridges
• Visit the Waitomo caves
• Quad biking
• Visit Tongariro National Park
• Skydiving, bungy jumping and jet boating
• Boat rides, kayaking and sailing
• Swim in waterfalls
• White water rafting
• Explore Tasman National Park
• Meet a seal colony
• Visit the ‘Poo Pub’
• Visit the Pancake Rocks
• Hike the Franz Josef glacier
• Great nightlife in Queenstown
• Explore Milford Sound
• Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo

What you don't get

• Flight to New Zealand
• Visa for New Zealand
• Hostel accommodation
• Travel insurance
• Backpacks and kit

How it works

Once you’ve got your pass, just phone or email Kiwi Experience to book your seat on your first bus. With this pass, you start in Auckland, work your way around both islands before ending up in Christchurch. You can only travel in one direction and each leg may only be travelled once. You can stay in each destination for as long as you like. Kiwi Experience buses will pass through regularly - just phone or email to book a seat when you want to leave. (You can book a seat up to the day before you want to leave, though we advise that you book further ahead at peak times.)

The Kiwi Experience pass is valid for 6 months, which may be extended locally for a fee. You cannot buy the pass more than 12 months in advance of your trip.

Cancellations and refunds

The Kiwi Experience voucher is subject to a £100 cancellation fee before the start date has been confirmed. After the start date has been confirmed, a £100 will be charged and an admin fee may be levied by Kiwi Experience. After the pass has been exchanged, the voucher is non refundable.