Discover the best of Aotearoa New Zealand with ZigZag Tours!

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 17 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.

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November — February 2025/2026

17 days

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90 days

Here’s where the real adventure begins… choosing your path!
One epic ZigZag journey running north to south - seven unforgettable tour variations.
Tackle New Zealand one thrilling section at a time — or go all in for the full 90-day odyssey and live the entire story.
Each individual leg is its own incredible adventure.
Together, they’re the ultimate Kiwi road-trip.

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The Scenic North — Southbound

19 Days, 18 Nights
November 20, 2025
—
December 8, 2025
Small group, guided tour
Auckland to New Plymouth (1789km)

$4,727.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $472.70 NZD ➜
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The Great Northern Road Trip — Southbound

43 Days, 42 Nights
November 20, 2025
—
January 1, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Auckland to Wellington (4098km)

$10,467.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $1046.70 NZD ➜
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The Epic ZigZag Adventure — Southbound

90 Days, 89 Nights
November 20, 2025
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February 17, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Auckland to Christchurch (8432km)

$20,957.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $2095.70 NZD ➜
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North Island Wonders — Southbound

24 Days, 23 Nights
December 9, 2025
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January 1, 2026
Small group, guided tour
New Plymouth to Wellington (2309km)

$5,850.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $585.00 NZD ➜
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The Top of the South — Southbound

17 Days, 16 Nights
January 2, 2026
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January 18, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Wellington to Akaroa (Christchurch) (1269km)

$4,044.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $404.40 NZD ➜
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The Great Southern Road Trip — Southbound

47 Days, 46 Nights
January 2, 2026
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February 17, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Wellington to Christchurch (4334km)

$11,168.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $1116.80 NZD ➜
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Southern Adventure & Wilderness — Southbound

31 Days, 30 Nights
January 18, 2026
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February 17, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Akaroa to Christchurch (3065km)

$7522.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $752.20 NZD ➜

February — May Tours 2026

18 days

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90 days

Here’s where the real adventure begins… choosing your path!
One epic ZigZag journey running south to north -  offering seven unforgettable tour variations.
Tackle New Zealand one thrilling section at a time — or go all in for the full 90-day odyssey and live the entire story.
Each individual leg is its own incredible adventure.
Together, they’re the ultimate Kiwi road-trip.

Seats left

The Epic ZigZag Adventure

90 Days, 89 Nights
February 20, 2026
—
May 20, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Christchurch to Auckland (8390km)

$20,957.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $2095.70 NZD ➜
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Southern Adventure & Wilderness

31 Days, 30 Nights
February 20, 2026
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March 22, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Christchurch to Akaroa (3065km)

$7,522.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $752.20 NZD ➜
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The Great Southern Road Trip

47 Days, 46 Nights
February 20, 2026
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April 7, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Christchurch to Wellington (4334km)

$11,168.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $1116.80 NZD ➜
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The Top of the South

17 Days, 16 Nights
March 22, 2026
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April 7, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Akaroa (Christchurch) to Wellington (1269km)

$4,044.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $404.40 NZD ➜
Seats left

North Island Wonders

24 Days, 23 Nights
April 8, 2026
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May 1, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Wellington to New Plymouth (2309km)

$5,850.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $585.00 NZD ➜
Seats left

The Great Northern Road Trip

43 Days, 42 Nights
April 8, 2026
—
May 20, 2026
Small group, guided tour
Wellington to Auckland (4098km)

$10,467.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $1046.70 NZD ➜
Seats left

The Scenic North

19 Days, 18 Nights
May 2, 2026
—
May 20, 2026
Small group, guided tour
New Plymouth to Auckland (1789km)

$4,727.00

NZD
A 10% deposit secures your spot!
More details ➜
Secure your spot for $472.70 NZD ➜

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