Emergency
In emergencies, dial 111 for police, fire, or ambulance. For non-urgent police matters, call 105, and for health advice, contact Healthline at 0800 611 116.
In emergencies, dial 111 for police, fire, or ambulance. For non-urgent police matters, call 105, and for health advice, contact Healthline at 0800 611 116.
"Kia ora" is a common Māori greeting used in New Zealand, meaning "hello," "hi," or "thank you." It’s widely used across the country.
The next public holiday in New Zealand is New Year's Day on January 1, 2025, celebrated with fireworks, gatherings, and summer festivities.
Tap water is safe to drink, with high quality in urban and rural areas. It is commonly available and often served for free in restaurants.
Bookabach connects travelers with property owners, offering vacation rentals nationwide, from beach houses to rural retreats and city apartments.
Toilet paper is commonly used and can be flushed without issues in most areas of New Zealand, as plumbing systems are designed to handle it.
It is a very safe country for tourists, with low crime rates and a focus on safety. Visitors should stay cautious in crowded areas and watch their belongings. Be mindful of outdoor safety and weather.
New Zealand cuisine blends Māori and European influences, featuring fresh seafood, lamb, dairy, and iconic dishes like hangi, pavlova, meat pies, and locally grown fruits like kiwifruit and apples.
The Haka:
A tourist asks a Kiwi, “Can you show me the famous haka dance?”
The Kiwi replies, “Sure! First, you need to scare a few tourists and then get really loud – that’s half of it!”
In Auckland, the AT HOP card provides unlimited access to trains, buses, and ferries, with contactless payment also available via the card or a compatible debit/credit card.
AT HOP CardThe two main intercity bus operators in New Zealand are InterCity, known for its extensive network across the country, and ManaBus, offering affordable services between major cities.
InterCityNew Zealand's train network, operated by KiwiRail, connects cities like Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, offering scenic and regional services across the country.
KiwiRailNew Zealand is a nuclear-free zone, banning all nuclear-powered and nuclear-armed ships from entering its waters since 1987.
Fiordland, on the South Island, is a stunning landscape with cliffs, deep fiords, and rainforests. Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound are the most famous.
Home to some of the world’s most unusual wildlife, including the flightless kiwi, Hector’s dolphin, and the tuatara, a reptile over 200 million years old.
Boasts some of the cleanest air in the world, thanks to low pollution levels and natural filters like its forests, mountains, and pristine coastal breezes.
The indigenous Māori culture is central to New Zealand’s identity. The haka, a traditional war dance, is often performed by the All Blacks rugby team.
One interesting fact is that there are no native poisonous animals. Unlike many places, it’s free of venomous snakes, spiders, or dangerous land mammals.