choose your new zealand adventure of a lifetime

Experience the magic of New Zealand like never before with our guided camping tours, tailored for those who crave a life-changing experience. Whether you have 16 days or you're ready for our 90-day Epic Adventure, every tour is a dive into the soul of the North and South Islands.

January — February Tours 2025

16 days

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30 days

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45 days

Explore the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand's South Island with ZigZag Tours this January and February. From rugged mountains to chilled-out coastal towns, we’ve got it all covered. We know the best hidden gems and local legends, so you’ll get an authentic taste of Kiwi life along the way. Get ready to zigzag your way through paradise!

February — May Tours 2025

17 days

90 days

Get the best of both islands with ZigZag Tours from February to May, as we take you on an epic journey across both the South and North Islands of New Zealand. From the dramatic landscapes of the South Island to the rich culture and stunning coastlines of the North, you'll experience all the highlights and hidden gems.

THE TOP OF THE SOUTH

Akaroa - Wellington (1,269km)
17 days, 16 nights
24 Mar - 9 Apr
PAY $338.58 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

THE GREAT SOUTHERN ROAD TRIP

Christchurch - Wellington (4,334km)
47 days, 46 nights
22 Feb - 9 Apr
PAY $935.01 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

SOUTHERN ADVENTURE & WILDERNESS

Christchurch - Akaroa   (3,065km)
31 days, 30 nights
22 Feb - 24 Mar
PAY $629.73 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

NORTHERN WILDERNESS & ADVENTURE

Wellington - Rotorua (2,394km)
26 days, 25 nights
10 Apr - 5 May
PAY $525.78 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

THE GREAT NORTHERN ROAD TRIP

Wellington - Auckland (4,056km)
43 days, 42 nights
10 April – 22 May
PAY $876.33 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

THE TOP OF THE NORTH

Rotorua - Auckland (1,662km)
17 days, 16 nights
6 May - 22 May
PAY $359.73 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

The Epic ZigZag Adventure

Christchurch to Auckland (8,390km)
90 days, 89 nights
22 Feb – 22 May
PAY $1754.55 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

September — December Tours

17 days

90 days

THE GREAT SOUTHERN ROAD TRIP

Wellington to Christchurch (4,334km)
47 days, 46 nights
5 Nov – 21 Dec
PAY $935.01 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

THE GREAT NORTHERN ROAD TRIP

Auckland to Wellington (4,056km)
43 days, 42 nights
23 Sep – 4 Nov
PAY $876.33 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

THE TOP OF THE NORTH

Auckland to Rotorua (1,662km)
17 days, 16 nights
23 Sep – 9 Oct
PAY $359.73 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

SOUTHERN ADVENTURE & WILDERNESS

Akaroa to Christchurch (3,065km)
31 days, 30 nights
21 Nov – 21 Dec
PAY $629.73 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

THE TOP OF THE SOUTH

Wellington to Akaroa (1,269km)
17 days, 16 nights
5 Nov – 21 Nov
PAY $338.58 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

NORTHERN WILDERNESS & ADVENTURE

Rotorua - Wellington (2,394km)
26 days, 25 nights
10 Oct –  4 Nov
PAY $525.78 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

the epic zigzag adventure

Auckland to Christchurch (8,390km)
90 days, 89 nights
23 Sep – 21 Dec
PAY $1,754.55 NZD DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SEAT NOW

Tour FAQs

What does the 90 day tour include?

90 days guided travel to lots of New Zealand’s stunning beauty spots in a customised Mercedes Sprinter maxi van, with your own individual leather seat. 89 nights at handpicked campsites across the country (and the odd lodge and hostel here and there) with your very own easy to put up canvas tent, camp stretcher and chair (supplied by ZigZag). A maximum group size of ten passengers per tour, two guides, and all road tolls and ferry crossings. We also include a range of paid attractions and activities in both islands. 97% of your breakfasts and 70% of your dinners are also included. For all your inclusions, and the details for our other ZigZag tours, please refer to the specific ‘Trip’ details page.

What is excluded?

Your flights, visas/passport costs, airport transfers, accommodation before and after the tour, travel insurance, meals that are not specified in the itinerary, drinks other than water, tea, coffee, and hot chocolate provided by ZigZag, laundry, phone and internet, and any optional excursions, activities and experiences not included in the itinerary.

How many people per tour?

There will be up to 10 people per trip

Is there an age limit?

There is no age limit, but we have designed our trips with mature, solo travelers and couples in mind. So, it ain’t a party bus, but we still know how to have fun.

What gear should I bring?

Please refer to our 'Kit list' for an extensive overview of what to bring.

Why travel with Zig Zag Tours?

Up to 10,000 kms covered on our 90 day tour
Between 16 and 90 days on the road
2 experienced guides
10 like-minded people

LOVED IT

"ZigZag totally won me over!

I started out only wanting to do one of the two North Island Trips. However, a week later I had basically decided to stay for the other half as well."

Ella Wagner
Germany
Reviewed June 2024

REWARDING TRIP

Jemma & Grant were excellent hosts, guides, & drivers. They are the true professionals. Jemma's food was tasty & nutritious. Bus & seats were very comfortable with fridge on board & individual phone charging for each seat.

Thomas Kelly
Ireland
Reviewed February 2024

LOVED IT!!

"I can't praise the food enough. In the 45 days there was not 1 meal we did not enjoy, and so much variety.

Outstanding quality and always fresh products."

Nick Tate
U.K
Reviewed February 2024

ZIGZAG TOURS PROVIDES A UNIQUE NEW ZEALAND EXPERIENCE

"If you are interested in touring the amazing, beautiful country of New Zealand and like the idea of doing so with a small group of like-minded people while being guided by two extremely capable, knowledgeable and friendly people...

... you will not be disappointed with ZigZag Tours!"

Steve Hurd
U.S.A
Reviewed February 2024

AMAZING 45 DAY TOUR OF SOUTH ISLAND

"I had an absolutely amazing and fascinating 45 days tour with ZigZag in South New Zealand. Jemma and Grant are friendly, knowledgeable, enthusiastic people, experienced guides, drivers and tour leaders.
I can't thank you enough for this incredible experience. If you want to see the real New Zealand, their tours are the best"

Lauretta
Italy
Reviewed February 2024

I WILL (FINGERS CROSSED) ZIGZAG AGAIN!

"My most memorable and favourite experiences of my first NZ adventure are definitely with ZigZag.

Best day - Magical mystical Oparara Arches, topped off by the best night hanging on beach at Gentle Annie's by fire under stars with some very cool peeps.

Life doesn't get much better than moments like this.

Great evening in great location with great company and great tunes......and even shooting stars!

Ingrid Harper
Ireland
Reviewed March 2024

I AM PROUD TO BE A ZIGZAGGER!

"Having done 45 days in the South Island earlier this year, I can thoroughly recommend this awesome team of Grant and Jemma, who are definitely the most hard working, knowledgeable and friendly couple where nothing is too much trouble.

If you want to explore New Zealand, these are the amazing people to do it with. You will get the opportunity to see places that the other tour companies don't include.


Come on, what are you waiting for?"

Jenny Skippen
U.K
Reviewed July 2024

NEW ZEALAND UNPLUGGED: AWE-INSPIRING

"Sometimes we camped by the ocean, other times it was by a incredible lake or near a forest. Always different, always beautiful!

If you are looking for a great way to experience the awesome glory New Zealand has to offer and want a unique and personal experience in the overland setting I would highly recommend ZigZag.

You will most likely leave with a full heart of memories and a new set of friends.

Get out there and ZigZag! You will not regret this."

Regan Sheeley
U.S.A
Reviewed March 2024

AMAZING EXPERIENCE

"The places we were taken to were stunning as is so much of the scenery on the drive to different places. The itinerary gives plenty of activities and ideas of what to do in each place so research has been done for you which is very helpful. If you want an adventure in touring new Zealand then you've come to the right couple, you won't be disappointed when travelling with Jemma and Grant!"

Jeanette Tate
U.K
Reviewed March 2024

AWESOME LITTLE COMPANY

"I did 30 days around the south island of New Zealand travelling to all the main and off the beaten track places.

Good food, good people and a slower pace, something different from renting a camper van or just blasting around going to the big main places across both islands in a handful of days."

Graham Waters
U.K
Reviewed February 2024

AWESOME, AWESOME EXPERIENCE

"JUST DO A ZIG ZAG NZ TOUR – you will not regret it!!

(I completed the 45 day tour of the South Island recently. Grant and Jemma go to the most wonderful places and all you have to do is sit back in your comfy seat and enjoy the AWESOME views along the way.)"

Jo-Anne Seppala
Canada
Reviewed March 2024

BEST TRIP EVER!!!

"The love I have for Jemma and Grant is too much to summarize in a short review. They made my time in New Zealand very special and because of that I even decided to extend my trip by an extra couple of days.

Their itinerary is amazing, and the included activities are insane! From wine tasting to driving a golf cart through a STUNNIN’ landscape. And even on free days they will provide you with a list of all the things you can do in the area. They will even drive you to some activities if they can!! And if the weather is acting up, they will switch up the dates of the activities, so you get the best experience every single time.

They truly are amazing tour guides."

Manon Albers
Netherlands
Reviewed March 2024

FANTASTIC TRIP FOR 4 WEEKS IN THE SOUTH ISLAND

"ZigZag were just brilliant.  Could not recommend the Company highly enough.  I have travelled with many great companies but none compare to ZigZag. If travelling around NZ then you need to consider this company as an option."

Peter Flood
Ireland
Reviewed February 2024

ZIGZAG TOURS NZ - A LIFE ENHANCING EXPERIENCE

"This was a life enhancing, perhaps even a life changing experience for me.

A special shout out to their fantastic comfortable Mercedes 4x4 van - it's almost the third member of their team. Honestly the time we spent in that van talking, joking, listening to music was a highlight. I've fallen in love with New Zealand and I've made new life long friends."

Matt Walker
UK
Reviewed May 2024

Want to chat to your guides?

Still on the fence or feeling a bit puzzled?

No worries! Book a call to meet your tour guides before you lock in your trip. We've spent most of our adult lives exploring the world—and lately, New Zealand. Better yet, we've been right where you are now (figuratively speaking—we're not actually in your seat!).

So we totally get it. If you'd like to get your questions answered about any of our tours, book a call with Jemma and Grant below.

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