Passport Requirements
All visitors to New Zealand must carry a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date you intend to leave the country.
Visitor Visa Exemptions
You do not need a visa or permit to visit New Zealand if you are:
- A New Zealand citizen or Resident Permit holder
- An Australian citizen travelling on an Australian passport
- An Australian resident with a current Australian resident return visa
- If you are a citizen of a country which has a visa waiver agreement with New Zealand
Visa Waivers
Currently travellers from more than 50 countries do not require a Visitor's Visa for stays less than three months. You do require:
- A passport that is valid for at least three months after your departure from New Zealand
- An onward or return ticket to a country that you have permission to enter
- Sufficient money to support yourself during your stay - approximately NZ$1,000 per month per person
- Be aware that it is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct documentation completed to enter New Zealand, and incorrect documents may cause you delays, that affect you starting your tour.
Find out more by visiting www.immigration.govt.nz.
Vaccination Requirements
No vaccinations are required to enter New Zealand.
Information supplied by New Zealand Tourism.
US travellers can also consult the www.travel.state.gov website.
This information is correct at time of publishing. Travellers should always contact their nearest embassy or foreign office, and travel agent to confirm all their requirements for visas, vaccinations and passports.
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Discover New Zealand and be inspired by a natural and cultural paradise called the 'Land of the Long White Cloud'. Let APT guide you on an unforgettable holiday, set to mountainous backdrops and pristine wilderness, while all along, immersing you in Maori culture, cosmopolitan cities and magical experiences.
North Island
Subtropical Sailings
The picturesque Bay of Islands is a playground for lovers of anything aquatic. Here, dolphins are frequently spotted riding the bow waves of boats cruising the shimmering waters, while gentle bays are lined with welcoming sandy beaches.
A Geothermal Wonderland
Rotorua is world-renowned for its lively geothermal activity. Steam is constantly seen rising from the earth, as people relax in the mineral spas to take advantage of the therapeutic benefits.
New Zealand’s Underground
Beneath the rolling green hills of the Waitomo region, lies a subterranean world featuring a labyrinth of caves. Experience one of nature’s most illuminating experiences as thousands of tiny glow-worms create a fascinating light show.
South Island
West Coast Glaciers
Witness gargantuan rivers of crackling ice descend down the mighty Southern Alps through temperate rainforest, halting just 250 metres above sea level.
Pristine Wilderness
Explore Fiordland on an enchanting cruise of Milford Sound, where sheer cliff faces rise vertically out of the water as waterfalls tumble down into the sea below. Marvel at skyscraping peaks, permanent snow fields and the bewildering alpine landscapes that define Mt Cook National Park.
Tranquil Lakes & Towns
Your magical journey through snow-capped mountain ranges is accentuated by visits to picturesque towns perched beside pristine lakes. Absorb the beauty of Queenstown and Te Anau, as well as Lake Tekapo.