Soaking in a natural hot spring, Rotorua
An orca in the ocean in Western Australia
Soaking in a natural hot spring, Rotorua
An orca in the ocean in Western Australia
Unique activities

Top things to do in New Zealand for solo travellers

New Zealand is a paradise for solo travellers who would like to experience the great outdoors. With a focus on nature conservation and small-scale locally owned companies, we have personally found the best activities in New Zealand.

Hop aboard a traditional war canoe. Taste a traditional ‘hangi’. Spot the iconic Kiwi bird. Wander through ancient rainforests. Go Stargazing. Be mesmerized by flickering glowworms. At a relaxed pace, discover the local treasures.

Look inside our best easy-going activities for solo travellers

SAMPLE ITINERARIES Experience the raw beauty of Doubtful Sound

Fiordland National Park, New Zealand

Wake up to absolute calm and experience Doubtful Sound all to yourself

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SAMPLE ITINERARIES Be amazed by wildlife on the Otago Peninsula

Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

Have a close encounter with New Zealand's rare wildlife

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SAMPLE ITINERARIES Explore a fascinating underground maze

Waitomo, New Zealand

Go rafting and glow worm spotting

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SAMPLE ITINERARIES Observe the night sky in the Coromandel Peninsula

Coromandel, New Zealand

Enjoy a sky free of light pollution with the guidance of your host

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SAMPLE ITINERARIES Be enchanted by the Waipoua Forest

Hokianga, New Zealand

Learn about Kauri trees and their connection to the Maori culture

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SAMPLE ITINERARIES Be entertained by dolphins in Kaikoura

Kaikoura, New Zealand

Have close encounters with cheeky and playful dusky dolphins

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SAMPLE ITINERARIES Have a close encounter with Kiwi as a solo traveller

Stewart Island, New Zealand

The only place in the world to see kiwis during the day, in the wild

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SAMPLE ITINERARIES Sail the Bay of Islands

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

The perfect way to spend a day at the Bay of Islands

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"One of my favourite regions has to be the Marlborough Sounds. It's a great alternative to the Abel Tasman region."

Kieran, Travel specialist

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