Holidaying in New Zealand is very exciting. However, you cannot just wake up, put on your clothes, and start backpacking to New Zealand. You have to plan your trip. So, here are some tips on traveling to New Zealand.
Get a New Zealand Visa
Travelers to New Zealand need a tourist visa or a working holiday visa to visit. Citizens of some countries get visas on arrival and can spend between 3 to 6 months on a tourist visa. There is also a working holiday visa for travelers from some countries who are above 18 years and have proof of funds in their bank account. Getting a working holiday visa depends on a quota system for different countries.
Plan on How to Move Around in New Zealand
It is relatively easy to navigate New Zealand. This is because it is a straightforward country and getting around is easy and pocket-friendly with endless options.
International Arrivals
New Zealand has international airports in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, and Queenstown. These airports welcome people from all over the world to New Zealand daily.
Take a Bus Ride
There are several options for taking a bus ride in New Zealand. An organised bus tour, a backpacker bus, or a nationwide bus network. Any of these will get you to the major towns and tourist hotspots.
Hire a Vehicle
Several rental companies offer a variety of vehicle options like a car, van, or campervan. Prices are great and competitive, so with a hard bargain, any vehicle of your choice is just for a hire.
Get a Hostel
There are hostels in several New Zealand towns catering to thousands of visitors all year round. So, an affordable and comfortable bed is not hard to find. The quality of hostels throughout New Zealand is also high. Wherever one is heading, it is possible to find a bed using some apps that will help make informed decisions.
So, no matter your budget, getting a nice holiday in New Zealand is not an uphill task.