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150 official links · Checked 11 November 2026

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A curated directory of official and genuinely useful New Zealand travel links: visas, biosecurity, road conditions, ferries, DOC bookings, weather, safety and regional visitor sites. Every link was checked before we published it.

12 linksEntry and visas

What you need before you fly, what to declare at the border, and the official forms that actually matter.

NZeTA application (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official site to apply for a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority before you fly.
Entry and visas Nationwide
NZeTA: who needs one (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Immigration New Zealand's explainer on who must request an NZeTA and how it works.
Entry and visas Nationwide
International Visitor Levy (IVL) (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Who pays the NZ$100 IVL, who is exempt, and when you pay it (usually with your NZeTA or visa).
Entry and visas Nationwide
Immigration New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official home for visas, NZeTA, fees and arriving in New Zealand.
Entry and visas Nationwide
New Zealand visas (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Find the visa that matches your passport and the reason for your trip.
Entry and visas Nationwide
NZ Customs Service (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Duty-free limits, prohibited goods and what happens at the border.
Entry and visas Nationwide
Travel to and from New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Customs rules for arriving and leaving, including what to declare.
Entry and visas Nationwide
NZ Traveller Declaration (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Complete your arrival declaration online before you land, instead of a paper card.
Entry and visas Nationwide
Ministry for Primary Industries (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The biosecurity agency. Food, plants and outdoor gear are where most visitors get caught out.
Entry and visas Nationwide
Arriving in New Zealand (MPI) (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
What to expect at biosecurity, including the bins, the questions and the fines.
Entry and visas Nationwide
What you cannot bring into NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official list of food, plant and animal products that stay off the plane.
Entry and visas Nationwide
Bringing or sending items to NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Rules for posting or packing items, useful if you are sending gear ahead.
Entry and visas Nationwide

41 linksTransport

Road conditions, ferries, trains, flights, airports and getting around the cities.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official source for road rules, licences, vehicle licensing and state highways.
Transport Nationwide
NZTA Journey Planner (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Live road conditions, closures, webcams and a journey planner for state highways.
Transport Nationwide
Traffic and travel information (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Official updates on highway conditions, delays and planned roadworks.
Transport Nationwide
Visiting drivers (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Road rules aimed at visitors, including keep left, one-lane bridges and giving way.
Transport Nationwide
Driving on an overseas licence (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
How long you can drive on an overseas licence and when you need an English translation.
Transport Nationwide
AA maps and road conditions (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
AA maps plus road condition information, useful as a second check beside NZTA.
Transport Nationwide
Interislander (opens in a new tab)
LinkWellingtonMarlborough
Book the Cook Strait ferry between Wellington and Picton, including vehicles and campervans.
Transport Wellington Marlborough
Bluebridge (opens in a new tab)
LinkWellingtonMarlborough
The other Cook Strait ferry. Compare times and vehicle fares with Interislander.
Transport Wellington Marlborough
InterCity (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The main long-distance coach network, including standard and flexible passes.
Transport Nationwide
Great Journeys New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
KiwiRail's scenic trains and the official booking home for the long-distance services.
Transport Nationwide
Scenic train timetables (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Timetables for the Northern Explorer, Coastal Pacific and TranzAlpine.
Transport Nationwide
Northern Explorer (opens in a new tab)
LinkNorth Island
The Auckland to Wellington scenic train, including stops near Tongariro and the Kapiti Coast.
Transport North Island
Coastal Pacific (opens in a new tab)
LinkMarlboroughKaikōuraChristchurch
The Picton to Christchurch train along the Kaikōura coast. Seasonal, so check dates.
Transport Marlborough Kaikōura Christchurch
TranzAlpine (opens in a new tab)
LinkChristchurchWest Coast
The Christchurch to Greymouth train across the Southern Alps, one of the classic NZ rail trips.
Transport Christchurch West Coast
Air New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The national airline for domestic hops and international arrivals.
Transport Nationwide
Auckland Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
Flight status, parking, buses and how to get between terminals at the main gateway.
Transport Auckland
Wellington Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkWellington
Arrivals, buses and the short hop into the city from the airport.
Transport Wellington
Christchurch Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkChristchurch
The main South Island gateway, including buses, parking and rental car desks.
Transport Christchurch
Queenstown Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkQueenstown
Flight status, transfers and Alpine weather delays that regularly shuffle the timetable.
Transport Queenstown
Dunedin Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkOtago
A useful official page if you are flying into Otago rather than driving the last stretch.
Transport Otago
Nelson Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkNelson Tasman
Flight information for Nelson, the usual arrival point for Abel Tasman and the top of the south.
Transport Nelson Tasman
Rotorua Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkRotorua
Domestic flights into Rotorua, handy if you want to skip the drive from Auckland.
Transport Rotorua
Hamilton Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkWaikato
Waikato's airport, useful for Hobbiton, Waitomo and the central North Island.
Transport Waikato
Hawke's Bay Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkHawke's Bay
The Napier airport site for flights into Hawke's Bay.
Transport Hawke's Bay
New Plymouth Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkTaranaki
Flight information for Taranaki.
Transport Taranaki
Palmerston North Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkManawatū
The Manawatū airport, a practical alternative to flying into Wellington.
Transport Manawatū
Invercargill Airport (opens in a new tab)
LinkSouthland
The usual gateway for Southland and the Stewart Island ferry.
Transport Southland
Auckland Transport (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
Buses, trains, ferries, AT HOP and road works across Auckland.
Transport Auckland
AT buses, trains and ferries (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
Journey planning for Auckland public transport, including airport buses and harbour ferries.
Transport Auckland
Metlink (Wellington) (opens in a new tab)
LinkWellington
Buses, trains and harbour ferries in the Wellington region.
Transport Wellington
Metro (Christchurch) (opens in a new tab)
LinkChristchurch
Christchurch buses, including the airport route and timetables.
Transport Christchurch
BUSIT (Waikato) (opens in a new tab)
LinkWaikato
Public buses around Hamilton and the Waikato.
Transport Waikato
Baybus (Bay of Plenty) (opens in a new tab)
LinkBay of PlentyRotorua
Buses in Tauranga, Rotorua and the wider Bay of Plenty.
Transport Bay of Plenty Rotorua
Orbus (Otago) (opens in a new tab)
LinkOtagoQueenstown
Public buses in Dunedin and Queenstown, run by the Otago Regional Council.
Transport Otago Queenstown
Orbus Dunedin timetables (opens in a new tab)
LinkOtago
Dunedin bus times, including the airport service.
Transport Otago
Fullers 360 (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
Auckland harbour ferries, including the main service to Waiheke Island.
Transport Auckland
SeaLink (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
Vehicle ferries to Waiheke and Great Barrier, the option if you are taking a car.
Transport Auckland
East by West Ferries (opens in a new tab)
LinkWellington
Wellington harbour ferries, including the Days Bay and Matiu/Somes Island services.
Transport Wellington
Sounds Air (opens in a new tab)
LinkWellingtonMarlboroughNelson Tasman
Small-plane flights across Cook Strait and around the top of the South Island.
Transport Wellington Marlborough Nelson Tasman
Originair (opens in a new tab)
LinkNelson TasmanManawatū
Regional flights, including Nelson and Palmerston North routes.
Transport Nelson Tasman Manawatū
Barrier Air (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
Flights to Great Barrier Island and other regional hops from Auckland.
Transport Auckland

16 linksParks and outdoors

Great Walks, huts, campsites, track alerts and official booking pages from the Department of Conservation.

Department of Conservation (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official home for national parks, tracks, huts, campsites and alerts.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Great Walks (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official Great Walks hub: which tracks they are, when bookings open and what they cost.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
DOC booking system (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Book Great Walks, huts, lodges and bookable campsites on the official DOC system.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Online bookings explained (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
What you can book, how far ahead bookings open, and how to change or cancel.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
DOC campsites (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Find conservation campsites, see which ones need a booking, and check facilities.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Booking and paying for a campsite (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
How campsite bookings and the Campsite Pass work, and what to do at first-come sites.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Campsite fees and facilities (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Official fees for serviced, standard, basic and backcountry campsites.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Stay in a DOC hut (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Hut categories, tickets, bookings and what you need to carry in.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Freedom camping on DOC land (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Where freedom camping is allowed on conservation land, and where it is not.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Track alerts and closures (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Official closures, washouts and warnings. Check this the night before a walk.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Know before you go (DOC) (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Weather, safety, water, gear and the basics DOC wants you to read before a trip.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
National parks (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
A list of New Zealand's national parks, with official visitor information for each one.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Walking and tramping (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
How DOC grades walks, from short walks to serious tramping routes.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Te Araroa (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official site for the long-distance trail from Cape Reinga to Bluff, including the Trail Pass.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
Herenga ā Nuku / Walking Access (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Official information on public access, walkways and where you can legally walk.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide
NZ Topo Map (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Searchable official-style topographic maps, useful for checking a route before you go.
Parks and outdoors Nationwide

26 linksWeather and safety

Forecasts, warnings, trip planning, emergencies and the numbers to call if something goes wrong.

MetService (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
New Zealand's official weather forecasts, rain radar and warnings.
Weather and safety Nationwide
MetService warnings (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Severe weather warnings and watches. Read these before a mountain or west-coast drive.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Mountain weather (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Alpine and ski-field forecasts, which can be a different day entirely from the nearest town.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Marine weather (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Coastal and recreational marine forecasts, useful for kayak trips and boat days.
Weather and safety Nationwide
NIWA climate and weather (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Climate normals, seasonal outlooks and rainfall records if you are planning months ahead.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Mountain Safety Council (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Independent advice on hiking, alpine travel and staying found in the backcountry.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Plan My Walk (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The Mountain Safety Council's trip planner: routes, weather, alerts and a way to leave your intentions.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Outdoor intentions form (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
A printable intentions form to leave with a trusted contact before a walk. (The old AdventureSmart website is no longer safe to use.)
Weather and safety Nationwide
New Zealand Police (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Call 111 in an emergency and ask for Police, Fire or Ambulance. Use this site for non-emergency advice.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Healthline (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Free 24-hour health advice on 0800 611 116. A good first call if you are unwell and unsure what to do.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Get Ready (Civil Defence) (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Official advice for earthquakes, tsunamis, floods and what to do when an alert sounds.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Civil Defence (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The National Emergency Management Agency, including current emergencies and how alerts work.
Weather and safety Nationwide
New Zealand Avalanche Advisory (opens in a new tab)
LinkSouth IslandTongariro
Daily avalanche forecasts for the main alpine areas in winter and spring.
Weather and safety South Island Tongariro
Surf Life Saving New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Patrolled beaches, safety flags and rip advice. Swim between the flags.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Water Safety New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Advice for beaches, rivers and lakes, including why New Zealand water is colder than it looks.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Safe Swim (Auckland) (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
Water quality and swimming conditions for Auckland beaches, updated through the day.
Weather and safety Auckland
ACC (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Accident Compensation Corporation: the public scheme that covers accidents in New Zealand.
Weather and safety Nationwide
ACC cover for visitors (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
What ACC will and will not pay for if you are injured here. It is not a replacement for travel insurance.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Fire and Emergency NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Fire seasons, outdoor fire rules and what to do in a fire emergency (call 111).
Weather and safety Nationwide
Check It's Alright (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Check whether you can light a campfire, barbecue or cooker in this district today.
Weather and safety Nationwide
St John (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Ambulance and first aid. In an emergency still call 111.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Healthpoint (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Find after-hours clinics, GPs and hospitals near you.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Sunsmart (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
UV levels and sun safety. The New Zealand sun is harsher than most visitors expect.
Weather and safety Nationwide
GeoNet (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunami gauges, plus what a just-felt shake actually was.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Coastguard New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Boating safety, the Coastguard app and what to do if you get into trouble on the water.
Weather and safety Nationwide
Maritime NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Official recreational boating rules, including lifejackets and trip reports.
Weather and safety Nationwide

10 linksMoney and connectivity

Mobile coverage, post, consumer rights and the official accident cover that visitors sometimes misunderstand.

Spark (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
One of the three main mobile networks. Check coverage before you buy a local SIM or eSIM.
Money and connectivity Nationwide
One NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Mobile and broadband (formerly Vodafone NZ), including prepaid SIMs and coverage.
Money and connectivity Nationwide
One NZ coverage map (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Check whether One NZ covers the route you are driving, especially west of the main divide.
Money and connectivity Nationwide
2degrees (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The third major network, often a solid prepaid option for visitors.
Money and connectivity Nationwide
2degrees coverage (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
A coverage map for 2degrees, worth comparing with Spark and One NZ for rural stretches.
Money and connectivity Nationwide
Consumer Protection (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Official advice if a tour, rental or retailer treats you unfairly.
Money and connectivity Nationwide
Consumer NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Independent tests and advice on products, travel and scams.
Money and connectivity Nationwide
NZ Post (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Post shops, parcel tracking and sending things home that will not fit in a backpack.
Money and connectivity Nationwide
Inland Revenue (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Tax, GST and official information if you work while you are here (for example on a working holiday).
Money and connectivity Nationwide
Reserve Bank of New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official source for currency information and notes and coins in circulation.
Money and connectivity Nationwide

29 linksRegional tourism

Official visitor sites for every region, run by the local tourism organisations.

NorthlandNZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNorthland
The official visitor site for Northland, including the Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga.
Regional tourism Northland
AucklandNZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
Official visitor information for Auckland, the islands and the region around the city.
Regional tourism Auckland
The Coromandel (opens in a new tab)
LinkCoromandel
Official guide to the Coromandel, including Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach.
Regional tourism Coromandel
Waikato NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkWaikato
Official visitor site for the Waikato, including Hobbiton, Waitomo and Hamilton.
Regional tourism Waikato
Bay of Plenty NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkBay of Plenty
Official information for Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and the wider Bay of Plenty.
Regional tourism Bay of Plenty
RotoruaNZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkRotorua
The official Rotorua visitor site for geothermal parks, Māori cultural experiences and bike trails.
Regional tourism Rotorua
Love Taupō (opens in a new tab)
LinkTaupō
Official visitor information for Taupō, the lake, Huka Falls and Tongariro nearby.
Regional tourism Taupō
Visit Ruapehu (opens in a new tab)
LinkTongariro
Official information for the Ruapehu and Tongariro area, including the Crossing and the ski fields.
Regional tourism Tongariro
Hawke's Bay NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkHawke's Bay
Official visitor site for Napier, Hastings, the wineries and Te Mata Peak.
Regional tourism Hawke's Bay
Taranaki (opens in a new tab)
LinkTaranaki
Official visitor information for New Plymouth and Mount Taranaki.
Regional tourism Taranaki
Manawatū NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkManawatū
Official visitor site for Palmerston North and the Manawatū.
Regional tourism Manawatū
Wairarapa NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkWairarapa
Official information for the Wairarapa, including Martinborough and Cape Palliser.
Regional tourism Wairarapa
WellingtonNZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkWellington
Official visitor information for Wellington city and the wider region.
Regional tourism Wellington
Tairāwhiti Gisborne (opens in a new tab)
LinkGisborne
Official visitor site for Gisborne and the East Coast.
Regional tourism Gisborne
Nelson Tasman (opens in a new tab)
LinkNelson Tasman
Official visitor information for Nelson, Abel Tasman and Golden Bay.
Regional tourism Nelson Tasman
Marlborough NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkMarlborough
Official site for Blenheim, Picton and the Marlborough Sounds and wineries.
Regional tourism Marlborough
Kaikōura (opens in a new tab)
LinkKaikōura
Official visitor information for Kaikōura, including whale watching and the coastal walks.
Regional tourism Kaikōura
ChristchurchNZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkChristchurchCanterbury
Official visitor site for Christchurch, Banks Peninsula and wider Canterbury ideas.
Regional tourism Christchurch Canterbury
Mid Canterbury (opens in a new tab)
LinkCanterbury
Official information for Ashburton and the mid-Canterbury plains and high country.
Regional tourism Canterbury
Mackenzie NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkMackenzie
Official visitor site for Tekapo, Pūkaki, Aoraki/Mount Cook and the Dark Sky Reserve.
Regional tourism Mackenzie
West Coast (opens in a new tab)
LinkWest Coast
Official visitor information for the West Coast, including the glaciers and Punakaiki.
Regional tourism West Coast
Wānaka (opens in a new tab)
LinkWānaka
Official visitor site for Wānaka, the lake, the walks and the quieter alternative to Queenstown.
Regional tourism Wānaka
Queenstown NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkQueenstown
Official visitor information for Queenstown, the Wakatipu basin and nearby adventures.
Regional tourism Queenstown
Central Otago (opens in a new tab)
LinkOtago
Official site for Cromwell, Alexandra, the rail trail and Central Otago wine country.
Regional tourism Otago
Dunedin NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkOtago
Official visitor information for Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula.
Regional tourism Otago
Fiordland (opens in a new tab)
LinkFiordland
Official visitor site for Te Anau, Milford Sound and the Fiordland walks.
Regional tourism Fiordland
Southland NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkSouthland
Official information for Invercargill, The Catlins and the rest of Southland.
Regional tourism Southland
Stewart Island (opens in a new tab)
LinkSouthland
Official visitor information for Rakiura/Stewart Island, including the ferry and walks.
Regional tourism Southland
Waitaki (opens in a new tab)
LinkOtago
Official visitor site for Ōamaru, the Waitaki Valley and the coast north of Dunedin.
Regional tourism Otago

6 linksEvent listings

Official and widely used calendars for festivals, gigs, sport and what's on in the main cities.

Related Velvet Fox guides: Velvet Fox events calendar NZ events by month

Eventfinda (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
A widely used New Zealand events calendar covering concerts, markets, sport and community events.
Event listings Nationwide
UnderTheRadar (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Gig guide and tickets for live music around the country.
Event listings Nationwide
Tourism NZ events (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
A curated events list on the official Tourism New Zealand visitor site.
Event listings Nationwide
Auckland events (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
What's on in Auckland, from the official regional tourism site.
Event listings Auckland
Wellington events (opens in a new tab)
LinkWellington
Festivals, gigs and city events from WellingtonNZ.
Event listings Wellington
Christchurch what's on (opens in a new tab)
LinkChristchurch
Official listings for events and exhibitions in Christchurch and Canterbury.
Event listings Christchurch

5 linksAccessibility

Accessible travel, parking, DOC tracks and airline assistance, plus organisations that can help.

Air New Zealand accessibility (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Wheelchair assistance, hidden disabilities and how to request help when you fly Air NZ.
Accessibility Nationwide
Auckland Transport accessible travel (opens in a new tab)
LinkAuckland
How to use Auckland buses, trains and ferries if you need accessible options.
Accessibility Auckland
CCS Disability Action (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
A national disability organisation, and the home of the Mobility Parking scheme used across New Zealand.
Accessibility Nationwide
Human Rights Commission (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Te Kāhui Tika Tangata, the Human Rights Commission, including disability rights information.
Accessibility Nationwide
Blind Low Vision NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
Support and information if you or someone you travel with is blind or has low vision.
Accessibility Nationwide

5 linksOfficial visitor info

Tourism New Zealand, quality marks, holiday parks and other official starting points.

Related Velvet Fox guides: Every Velvet Fox guide

Tourism New Zealand (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official visitor site for the country, with itineraries, events and practical planning tools.
Official visitor info Nationwide
Qualmark (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official quality and sustainability mark for tourism businesses. Look for it when you book.
Official visitor info Nationwide
Holiday Parks NZ (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official association site for holiday parks, with a park finder if you are touring by campervan or tent.
Official visitor info Nationwide
NZMCA (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
New Zealand Motor Caravan Association: member parks, dump stations and touring advice for campervans.
Official visitor info Nationwide
i-SITE network (opens in a new tab)
LinkNationwide
The official visitor information network. Staffed centres around the country can help with bookings and local advice.
Official visitor info Nationwide

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Useful links

12 linksEntry and visas

NZeTA application (opens in a new tab)

NZeTA: who needs one (opens in a new tab)

International Visitor Levy (IVL) (opens in a new tab)

Immigration New Zealand (opens in a new tab)

New Zealand visas (opens in a new tab)

NZ Customs Service (opens in a new tab)

Travel to and from New Zealand (opens in a new tab)

NZ Traveller Declaration (opens in a new tab)

Ministry for Primary Industries (opens in a new tab)

Arriving in New Zealand (MPI) (opens in a new tab)

What you cannot bring into NZ (opens in a new tab)

Bringing or sending items to NZ (opens in a new tab)

41 linksTransport

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (opens in a new tab)

NZTA Journey Planner (opens in a new tab)

Traffic and travel information (opens in a new tab)

Visiting drivers (opens in a new tab)

Driving on an overseas licence (opens in a new tab)

AA maps and road conditions (opens in a new tab)

Interislander (opens in a new tab)

Bluebridge (opens in a new tab)

InterCity (opens in a new tab)

Great Journeys New Zealand (opens in a new tab)

Scenic train timetables (opens in a new tab)

Northern Explorer (opens in a new tab)

Coastal Pacific (opens in a new tab)

TranzAlpine (opens in a new tab)

Air New Zealand (opens in a new tab)

Auckland Airport (opens in a new tab)

Wellington Airport (opens in a new tab)

Christchurch Airport (opens in a new tab)

Queenstown Airport (opens in a new tab)

Dunedin Airport (opens in a new tab)

Nelson Airport (opens in a new tab)

Rotorua Airport (opens in a new tab)

Hamilton Airport (opens in a new tab)

Hawke's Bay Airport (opens in a new tab)

New Plymouth Airport (opens in a new tab)

Palmerston North Airport (opens in a new tab)

Invercargill Airport (opens in a new tab)

Auckland Transport (opens in a new tab)

AT buses, trains and ferries (opens in a new tab)

Metlink (Wellington) (opens in a new tab)

Metro (Christchurch) (opens in a new tab)

BUSIT (Waikato) (opens in a new tab)

Baybus (Bay of Plenty) (opens in a new tab)

Orbus (Otago) (opens in a new tab)

Orbus Dunedin timetables (opens in a new tab)

Fullers 360 (opens in a new tab)

SeaLink (opens in a new tab)

East by West Ferries (opens in a new tab)

Sounds Air (opens in a new tab)

Originair (opens in a new tab)

Barrier Air (opens in a new tab)

16 linksParks and outdoors

Department of Conservation (opens in a new tab)

Great Walks (opens in a new tab)

DOC booking system (opens in a new tab)

Online bookings explained (opens in a new tab)

DOC campsites (opens in a new tab)

Booking and paying for a campsite (opens in a new tab)

Campsite fees and facilities (opens in a new tab)

Stay in a DOC hut (opens in a new tab)

Freedom camping on DOC land (opens in a new tab)

Track alerts and closures (opens in a new tab)

Know before you go (DOC) (opens in a new tab)

National parks (opens in a new tab)

Walking and tramping (opens in a new tab)

Te Araroa (opens in a new tab)

Herenga ā Nuku / Walking Access (opens in a new tab)

NZ Topo Map (opens in a new tab)

26 linksWeather and safety

MetService (opens in a new tab)

MetService warnings (opens in a new tab)

Mountain weather (opens in a new tab)

Marine weather (opens in a new tab)

NIWA climate and weather (opens in a new tab)

Mountain Safety Council (opens in a new tab)