NEW ZEALAND ROAD TRIP - Itinerary Hot Spots + Tips

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  • Here is your guide to road tripping New Zealand! In this video I cover the absolute must-do stop offs on a New Zealand road trip as well as a few other tips to help you plan your trip.
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Komentáře • 150

  • @Nvel09
    @Nvel09 Před 6 lety +1

    Gosh, I can't even express how badly I needed this video tonight. It's been a really tough day but this put a smile on my face. Thank you for your inspiring video content :)

  • @lucilasandoval3084
    @lucilasandoval3084 Před 6 lety +25

    The only problem with your videos is that I add more and more places to my bucket list! Maybe a video on how to choose where to go, like "prioritize the must travel places" would be nice. Love this

  • @isabella7412
    @isabella7412 Před 6 lety +17

    Cave stream was one of the most scary but fun experiences I had in NZ! Would recommend to everyone, though you must check the rain fall on the other side of the island because it causes the water level in the cave to rise.

  • @okphoenix
    @okphoenix Před 6 lety +5

    i’ve been in new zealand a little over a month and have really been needing inspiration. ty ty 💗

  • @theblindmantoo
    @theblindmantoo Před 5 lety +3

    Crazy useful video! Thanks for keeping advice grounded with the footage from each location!

  • @SailingSeabbatical
    @SailingSeabbatical Před 4 lety +1

    Wow, great job at keeping that quick, to the point but so packed with information. Thanks for sharing!

  • @coopertroop
    @coopertroop Před 6 lety +5

    Love how you broke this video down. Thank you ♥️

  • @jameseveille4229
    @jameseveille4229 Před 6 lety +4

    Wellington is quite possibly the most beautiful city I've ever visited!! NZ is soooo gorgeous 😍😍

  • @DanicaChristin
    @DanicaChristin Před 6 lety +2

    Wow this video makes me realise how much I missed during the 5 weeks I spent in the North Island. Must go back! 💙

  • @everuby1438
    @everuby1438 Před 6 lety +1

    Yay! My home country ❤ All of the places you mentioned are absolutely gorgeous, fantastic recommendations x

  • @lisamorice4701
    @lisamorice4701 Před 4 lety

    Great quick highlights video, thank you. Your Hot Spot list was handy to compare to where we already have on our list - I added a couple more. We're visiting the South Island later this year so I will check out your other ones too.

  • @EmmaSpore
    @EmmaSpore Před 5 lety

    Such an amazingly informative and well-put together video, thank you!!!

  • @randomblueper6689
    @randomblueper6689 Před 5 lety +2

    Thx 4 the awesome video. I’m planning to go, this is so helpful!

  • @Mr.Titan322
    @Mr.Titan322 Před 5 lety +2

    Great video thank you! Im taking my mom there in about a week for her first ever vacation and I am so excited!!!

  • @williamkreth
    @williamkreth Před 4 lety

    Planning my trip for February 2021! This video was very helpful, Thank you! you sure know how to adventure!

  • @SeaTraveller2000
    @SeaTraveller2000 Před 6 lety +1

    Awesome video as usual. love your eyes!!! Safe travels my friend

  • @Looby837
    @Looby837 Před rokem

    Brilliant Thankyou! At the very earliest stages of planning for a trip next autumn and I love the advice of doing a part well and accepting that you can go back for the rest another time, rather than frantically trying to fit it all in 🤯🤯😝

  • @pahoaproductions9991
    @pahoaproductions9991 Před 6 lety

    Yyayyyy!!! I can’t wait to plan a trip out there!!! Super stoked! Great vid by the way!!! Love it! Aloha

  • @KennyC
    @KennyC Před 4 lety +1

    Super helpful video to finally start planning my NZ road trip, thanks so much!

  • @kenshens6410
    @kenshens6410 Před 4 lety

    YOU ARE THE BEST!!!🤯 Your channel literally inspired me to create my channel💓 i went to the omanawa falls when i went to tauranga! Beautiful! 💓💓

  • @mypianomusicroom2460
    @mypianomusicroom2460 Před 4 lety

    Thank you dear for your beautiful itinerary! I cant wait to visit NZ in Dec!! God bless you!

  • @celinesionkim
    @celinesionkim Před 6 lety

    That jacuzzi though!! I loved this soooo much! cheers♥️

  • @erintennant7690
    @erintennant7690 Před 6 lety +6

    More NZ content !!! This is my fav content you do on your channel ❤️ share all your kiwi knowledge pls ahah

  • @Vandemonium
    @Vandemonium Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for this, very useful as I’m holidaying in NZ this March. I can see I’m only going to have time to do (part of) North Island so will just have to book another trip for South Island. Cheers

  • @laurelmonterosa7586
    @laurelmonterosa7586 Před 6 lety +4

    new zealand looks incredible! X I have never been outside of europe and i have some family friends in new zealand, may give a trip ago one day! Thankyou for the lovely video! xx

  • @OneShotOneKill52
    @OneShotOneKill52 Před 6 lety +3

    Perfect timing! I’m just about to start planning my New Zealand backpacking trip in November 😁

  • @ruths8869
    @ruths8869 Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for this video !! It has awesome recommendations :)

  • @Sw3nssoN
    @Sw3nssoN Před 4 lety +2

    Been wanting to go there since i was a little kid! Someday maybe!

  • @izzywarren6116
    @izzywarren6116 Před 6 lety +6

    This is sooooo perfect for my NZ road trip in November!

  • @RobbieBackpacking
    @RobbieBackpacking Před 5 lety +6

    Thanks for the info. I can't wait to visit one day!

  • @Hoperaise
    @Hoperaise Před 5 lety

    Thanks for this detailed video, it will help a lot!! :)

  • @mrGalaxy7
    @mrGalaxy7 Před 3 lety

    A great promo for NZ!!! I live in Auckland so I think it’s pretty good😃 Thanks for visiting us👍👍👍

  • @CreedBrattonTheOffice
    @CreedBrattonTheOffice Před 4 lety +4

    If you end up passing through Hamilton on your way South from Auckland I would recommend checking out the Hamilton Gardens. It's always been rated as one of the best man-made gardens in the world. Was voted #1 in 2014. There's nothing really else in Hamilton but it's a great central hub to stay if you want to visit the likes of Rotorua, Raglan, Waitomo etc. And I know this because I live in Hamilton.

  • @thebackpackingcouple4845
    @thebackpackingcouple4845 Před 5 lety +2

    Great video!

  • @chasingadeline
    @chasingadeline Před 6 lety

    Very good video with lot of awesome information about New Zealand!!! I’m lucky b/c my wife is from New Zealand and we go there once a year so far...thanks for sharing

  • @CaseyLouise149
    @CaseyLouise149 Před 6 lety +11

    God I love New Zealand. Thinking about just moving there and buying a van to live in and hiking every national park. The dream haha

  • @yootoobnz8109
    @yootoobnz8109 Před 6 měsíci

    I enjoyed your video, new subscriber today. As a Fiordland local, I would recommend staying in Te Anau (or nextdoor Manapouri), and doing your Milford Sound trip from there. The drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound is unnecessarily long and tiring, whereas a day trip starting from Te Anau (or Manapouri) is way shorter and so much more enjoyable.

  • @alyxty6487
    @alyxty6487 Před 4 lety

    AWESOME! very helpful video keep it up !

  • @scottholmes8967
    @scottholmes8967 Před 5 lety

    NZ is more than the recommended tourist spots that you have mentioned, like any other country getting away from the so called spots will give you a feel for my country

  • @carolinetaute7697
    @carolinetaute7697 Před 4 lety +1

    Born and bred in Rotorua NZ, we thrive on customer service due to our culture, you not mentioned once the main reason as to why tourist come to Rotorua, it is for the cultural feeling of New Zealands, Maori Kapa Haka, Hangi and Concerts, Whakarewarewa Institute, aka Te Puia, Waimangu Geysers and more.

  • @genevieveblackburn1348
    @genevieveblackburn1348 Před 4 lety +1

    Haha I live on Waiheke, I'd definitely recommend visiting, since a lot of the natural environment is still the same as it was a few hundred years ago! The culture is so rich, and the marae (Piritahi Marae) is one of the most sophisticated in the world. There's something for everyone here, so don't count it out!

  • @fxxkccpnow
    @fxxkccpnow Před 5 lety

    Good summary in less than 10 mins!

  • @shelleyl6135
    @shelleyl6135 Před 4 lety

    7:00 Wanaka! I've lived there for 7 and counting, can't believe that you visited!

  • @patricia_w
    @patricia_w Před 6 lety +1

    You're so right. I went once, fell in love and hopefully going back in February 2019

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  Před 6 lety +1

      ❤️❤️🤩

    • @patricia_w
      @patricia_w Před 6 lety

      Backpacking Bananas sucks I missed the meet up in London. Are you planing next one? I’m based in West London 🇬🇧

  • @Heatr53
    @Heatr53 Před 6 lety +1

    Key Summit Track is an amazing day hike near Milford Sound. Only takes about 3 hours, and the view from the top is fantastic.

  • @Disscot
    @Disscot Před 4 lety

    I loved this. Especially since I have visited many of the places you have mentioned. I have relatives that live in mount manganui. It is such a lovely place. I am lucky enough to have been there twice so visited lots of the surrounding area which was just stunning. But have traveled round the South Island as well. I have to agree with you I loved Kiakora. Abel Tasman was stunning. I also really like lake tekapu. (You never mentioned it.) I have visited most of the places you mentioned around queens town. Arrowtown was a nice wee place. We stopped there for an hour or so! So many stunning places to visit!

  • @bethfowler2845
    @bethfowler2845 Před 4 lety

    Hopefully, coronavirus permitting I will be starting 6 months of travelling on my gap year in January. I’m hoping to spend 2 months in Australia, 2 months in New Zealand and then a volunteering opportunity in Fiji and your videos are making me so so so excited!!!

  • @lara_xy
    @lara_xy Před 6 lety +3

    😍😍 omg I wish I could just go there like that 😪

  • @aimeeh400
    @aimeeh400 Před 5 lety +1

    Top easy tip for pronunciation... Ng says nn and wh says ff. Great content! Learnt of some great places for my next trip

  • @TonysLittleTurtle
    @TonysLittleTurtle Před 5 lety +4

    Christchurch- “Other than that I recommend keeping your stay to a minimum, unless you need to be there for some other reason” 😂 like being one of those unfortunate souls that have to live there 👍
    BTW there is this really beautiful spot in Mt Aspiring called the Blue Pools that I have recently discovered and am planning a road trip to go and enjoy, it looks amazing and otherworldly 😊

  • @unagie
    @unagie Před 5 lety +2

    Really good video.. 👍

  • @mikefilm0952
    @mikefilm0952 Před 4 lety

    Beautiful video..!!! THANKS...^^

  • @Katyob7
    @Katyob7 Před 6 lety +4

    Ahh this makes me realise how little of NZ I saw when I did the Kiwi Bus and is giving me all kinds of Wanderlust 😍😍

  • @charlize3084
    @charlize3084 Před 4 lety +7

    the way she said mount Maunganui made me giggle lol

  • @lisalaughs9009
    @lisalaughs9009 Před 6 lety +3

    I think nz is my fave place in the entire world 💕 specifically queenstown 😁 miss it so much :(((((

  • @lifeofbricosta
    @lifeofbricosta Před 6 lety +3

    I officially think New Zealand is my next trip!!

  • @pamelacarrick6583
    @pamelacarrick6583 Před 6 lety +1

    That’s true been 3 times and would love to go again .......

  • @shabbir_fitness1311
    @shabbir_fitness1311 Před 4 lety

    Thanks !!

  • @Longtack55
    @Longtack55 Před 4 lety +2

    "En ga wa Springs!" I know you apologised beforehand but I really expected at least a half-arsed attempt at "Na far." :-D As for the rest - next time I suggest the coastline north of Whangarei and the East Coast around Ruatoria, Tikitiki where the locals are warm, hospitable and real.

  • @hodonnell2135
    @hodonnell2135 Před 4 lety +1

    I can't not say anything 😂 she basically said Christchurch don't bother! There are some great spots to visit, late spring through early autumn best times to visit. Start by parking at the botanic gardens for a lovely walk into the central city, explore post quake development. .still under development. Wander along the river and enjoy some great local cafes. Rollickin Gelato has excellent ice cream. Or head to Utopia ice in the seaside suburb of Sumner, walk along the beach or drive over the hill to Taylors Mistake for the views and a walk.. tip avoid busy summer weekends. Lytle ton Harbour is worth a visit for the views and cafes such as Glamour cakes gourmet donuts. Continue around to Corsair Bay for a gorgeous walk and swim.. again avoid weekends over summer to avoid crowds. Continue driving around Goveners Bay to Allendale Reserve for an easy picturesque walk along the coastline. And of course popular with locals and tourists Akaroa Harbour and Hanmer Springs. There and back within a day or stay overnight they are both worth a visit. Just avoid weekends or go in off season if you don't like bustling tourist villages. And that's just a start 😆

    • @Longtack55
      @Longtack55 Před 4 lety +1

      Don't bother with Queenstown or Wanaka unless you're keen on skiing or tramping for 5-day trips out of town. It's an unspectacular overpriced shopping mall. The Port Hills above Christchurch are a good route through to Banks Peninsula where there's plenty of pretty coastline and some walks.

  • @anushasharma208
    @anushasharma208 Před 5 lety

    Really nice video👌

  • @PS-Straya_M8
    @PS-Straya_M8 Před 4 lety

    As a kiwi this is a really great video :)

  • @rose_roots
    @rose_roots Před 6 lety +1

    What was the name of the website for route planning that you recommended?

  • @thepolicesawmynudes
    @thepolicesawmynudes Před 6 lety +2

    I want to do all of them

  • @tap836
    @tap836 Před 6 lety +4

    You are making me want to go back again, lol. I've only seen about half those places.

  • @shaney9393
    @shaney9393 Před 5 lety

    People are always a bit down on Auckland but it was my main base for 2 years and my favourite nz city.q

  • @rspencex
    @rspencex Před 4 lety

    Great video. What part of the year has the best weather lol? Been in Oz for two years on WHV, looking for another two years of sunshine but doesn’t seem very sunny in NZ!

  • @billmccaleb7481
    @billmccaleb7481 Před 6 lety +3

    Queenstown and Milford Sound are my dream destinations...Also, diggin' that globe in the background. You use it to plan trips?

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  Před 6 lety +1

      Thanks!! It’s my new globe 🤩 haha

    • @alisondore4727
      @alisondore4727 Před 4 lety

      Was there in January and it was blooming marvellous. Sooo much to see and do and the scenery is breathtaking. Highly recommended. 😎

  • @stutidhandhania9565
    @stutidhandhania9565 Před 5 lety +1

    hi, what was the website you mentioned for planning?

  • @charliec.3347
    @charliec.3347 Před 4 lety

    what was the name of the web site you mentioned for plan planning your trip? I couldn't quite understand how you were pronouncing it and I do not see a link in your description. thanks!!!

  • @sh0rtdr3am96
    @sh0rtdr3am96 Před 4 lety +1

    *New Zealanders Have Joined The Chat*

  • @TravelPlannerr
    @TravelPlannerr Před 4 lety

    Never forget to set aside a day visiting the live White Island Volcano in the town of Whakatane. Those who want to have close contact with the Maori culture can opt for the city of Rotorua. One hours drive south of Rotorua lies Taupo. With a beautiful lake, thermal volcanic areas, and a fantastic view of the Alps this area has the beauty that impresses. Spend a day at the Tongariro National Park or at the sky fields. Having a gorgeous bay is the capital city of New Zealand - Wellington. It is the second biggest city with top-level restaurants.

  • @andrewbristoe1833
    @andrewbristoe1833 Před 6 lety +1

    Came across this online but a waterfall near gisboure can body board down looks AMA zing on an unprouncable whakarehene or something river really steep

  • @AlexOhioo
    @AlexOhioo Před 4 lety

    Amazing

  • @kaushiksavaliya2360
    @kaushiksavaliya2360 Před 5 lety

    You forgot hokitika gorge😀
    One of my fav.

  • @SEAExplorer86
    @SEAExplorer86 Před 4 lety

    hello....is it a good idea to hire a motorbike from Queenstown to Mt Cook?Since i don't know driving... :(

  • @rogerlincoln6802
    @rogerlincoln6802 Před 2 lety +1

    I reckon it's going to be my first proper trip.....in November. Plenty of time to plan and let the world settle somewhat.

    • @RPonting12
      @RPonting12 Před rokem

      I spent 2 years in NZ, and I loved every second of it!!

  • @hannahm6471
    @hannahm6471 Před 6 lety

    This has come just in time! Planning my trip to NZ in September. I want to go in a working holiday but I’m really struggling to find a good backpack (particularly one that doesn’t just open at the top) do you have any recommendations?

    • @glassslipperrr
      @glassslipperrr Před 6 lety

      Hannah M check out the osprey porter 46! Definitely the best. CZcams all the reviews.

    • @tomvangils2069
      @tomvangils2069 Před 6 lety

      Hannah M Me too! Just got my passport and also looking at backpacks. Going to NZ in September for one full year on a working holiday visa! So excited :D
      I wish you all the best on your trip! :)

  • @diegogiledo
    @diegogiledo Před 5 lety

    Hello, can anyone give the link she said for planning the hot stops you fancy?? Thanks!!

  • @mirandadarrah7858
    @mirandadarrah7858 Před 4 lety

    What kind of budget would you recommend for a trip like this?

  • @krishnarghadas5230
    @krishnarghadas5230 Před 5 lety

    Hi.. can you please suggest some cheap car rental services for road trip in NZ?

  • @alokchowhan6591
    @alokchowhan6591 Před 5 lety

    hi..that was a good Vlog. I am from India and would love to visit NZ for 15 days trip. I am planning to do a road trip in both north and south islands. Can you please suggest me if it is good to visit NZ in months of April or May.?

  • @catpeleti1858
    @catpeleti1858 Před 4 lety

    The best

  • @patriciaclarke7686
    @patriciaclarke7686 Před 5 lety

    What about Stewart island? It’s the most beautiful place in NZ.

  • @ayena4229
    @ayena4229 Před 3 lety

    Good sister😄i like this video ❤and i am from bangladesh

  • @Cassiearan
    @Cassiearan Před 6 lety +4

    New Zealand was probably our favorite place we’ve travelled too. Unfortunately it was before we started travel vlogging, so no videos of this beautiful country yet. But I do have a picture of mount cook over the river that looks like a screenshot from your video clip! Haha. We’ve been traveling all around the UK for the past month and leave for Iceland in a couple more days. Travel vlogging has been a lot of fun and we can’t wait to see more of this beautiful planet we call home :) Check out our channel if you like fun travel vlogs!

  • @Bonegilla1987
    @Bonegilla1987 Před 6 lety +1

    First. Also I've never seen such a beautiful woman.

  • @jerrysia5784
    @jerrysia5784 Před 4 lety

    what was your budget on this trip?

  • @peterc66
    @peterc66 Před 5 lety +1

    5:57 no way! You are missing out Christchurch's most beautiful scenery up from the port hills! That's the most breathtaking view you can get among 4 NZ cities.

  • @fee31376
    @fee31376 Před 4 lety

    I live at Mount Maunganui/papamoa

  • @arianapergola9835
    @arianapergola9835 Před 5 lety

    would you recommend doing the north or South Island road trip if we only have about 12 days?

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  Před 5 lety +1

      I'd probably do North (fly in and out of Auckland and Wellington if poss)

  • @macboypro98
    @macboypro98 Před 5 lety

    You hiked with your big backpack? How heavy was it? I want to do this, but I think it is very uncomfy

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  Před 5 lety +1

      Yep, if camping it's necessary to have a big backpack in order to fit the tent and sleeping bag! I don't think mine was over 15KG though. It's fine as long as you have a backpack that supports the weight on your hips :)

  • @TuanshanRuchen
    @TuanshanRuchen Před 5 lety

    can you show me the route you have said in the video ? And how can a car pass from North to south ?

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  Před 5 lety

      I believe I cover the whole route in this czcams.com/video/jFASLi1foO0/video.html video. And you can get a ferry between the islands :)

  • @CherryFlower24
    @CherryFlower24 Před 4 lety

    I swore myself not to travel twice to the same country but NZ made my broke my rule xD

  • @teresachristie8533
    @teresachristie8533 Před 4 lety

    You've got to go to Stewart Island. It's amazing! We even saw a Kiwi in it's natural habitat, swam at three bays, enjoyed the laid back and relaxing environment. Caught a ferry to Ulva Island and loved the bird life and scenery. Loved your overview of NZ. I agree, Fiordland is amazing. Did the overnight stay in Doubtful Sound. Definitely a bucket list item.

  • @TheTBull8
    @TheTBull8 Před 6 lety

    Can you post a link for the Route excel site? thanks!

  • @treesprite2977
    @treesprite2977 Před 5 lety

    Where is that picture that I clicked on. thumbprint pic idk i clicked on the shot due to how pretty it looked though didnt notice it in your video?

  • @daver7867
    @daver7867 Před 4 lety

    Auckland sux....I live there now lol, but you have to get out of Auckland to experience the real NZ & it’s natural beauty....(you won’t find it at the sky-tower), no other place like it in the world & ive travelled everywhere.....it does rain a lot but that rain is what makes that place as green as it is, and summer is decievingly hot......without the climate it has it would be a dessert.....so I’ve learnt not to complain about the rain anymore cause without it we wouldn’t have those picturesque views.....

  • @_mounir7881
    @_mounir7881 Před 6 lety

    If you didn't come to south korea then come visit here ~

  • @mustachexboy
    @mustachexboy Před 4 lety

    Love the video! I wish I could travel there. Check out some of my travel videos to New Zealand and Thailand and more when you have a chance.