New Zealand

Eco-friendly travel guide to New Zealand advises how to be a responsible tourist. Learn how to travel in a sustainable way and how to respect the local people and culture. Make your trip green by supporting locally owned hotels, organic restaurants and other businesses. Read more on how to protect the environment by making conscientious choices and how to travel green in New Zealand, Oceania.

Aoraki / Mount Cook is the highest point in New Zealand, at 3,724 metres

Air quality: 3.5 / 5

Bus connections: 3/ 5

Train connections: 3 / 5

Hitchhiking: 3.5 / 5

National parks: 3 / 5

Outdoor activities: 4 / 5

Locals' English level: 3.5 / 5

Safety: 3.5 / 5

Accommodation: US$66 - $600

Budget per day: US$116 - $800

Responsible Travel

Choosing a perfect travel destination is very hard as only some places match all your traveling requirements. As many people do not want to risk their trip by visiting less popular places, you can choose to visit the popular ones. New Zealand is one of the popular countries around the world for different reasons. Many people know this country because of sports like cricket and others, others know the country because of the awesome attractions spread throughout the country. So, this country can be a very good travel destination for you as it offers sea, mountains, forests to travelers with wonderful attractions.

New Zealand is located in the south Pacific Ocean, it is an island country that is close to Australia. This country consists of more than 700 islands and an area of 268,021 square kilometers. The population in this country is very low compared to other countries only around 4.5 million. Despite the low population of the country, the number of travelers is very high because of the different attractions. Apart from the famous attractions, the unique culture and traditions make this country special to tourists around the world.

The clothes, foods, art, lifestyle of the local people are very different from all the other countries. You will be able to get a very good experience by traveling to this country and getting close to the local people. The picturesque landscape and wonderful places around the country will amaze you. However, there are many things that you will need to keep in mind while visiting New Zealand. Here are some of those given below that will assist you to become the perfect eco-friendly traveler on your trip.

Visiting all the different popular places in the country is the main objective of traveling to this country. However, sometimes it becomes very monotonous, and you need someplace to get away from all the crowd to refresh yourself. You do not have to worry about that in New Zealand as there are many city parks available in almost all the major cities of the country that will help you to both enjoy a quiet time and get fresh air. Getting close to nature will help you to cheer up and get your lost energy back
After reaching the country, you will be able to get plenty of options available to move around. Most of them will help you to move around the country very well and comfortably. However, the transportations that are run by fuel pollutes the air a lot and ruins the environment. So, you will need to choose a mode of transportation that both helps to reach the destinations very well without any discomfort and does not pollute the air such as cycle, electric cars, electric bikes, and others
Despite being a low populated country, the number of tourists visiting every year is very high. You will be able to find almost all the different accommodations available in the country. From expensive to cheap ones, you will find all the different accommodations available in this country. If you want to get the best facilities and ensure the environment of the country stays clean, then the best option for you is the green hotels. In most of the areas of New Zealand, you will be able to find green hotels available
Trying the foods is one of the crucial things in the country to both understand the culture and food choices of the local people. Being an island country, you will get seafood dishes to other traditional ones available in the country. While trying all of these dishes, you need to keep in mind that the restaurants are not the only place that offers these delicious dishes. You can also try the street foods of the country to get some of the best dishes available at reasonable prices. It will not only help you to save money but help the small sellers to get support
You will find a lot of small shops and stalls available in New Zealand that offer both goods and foods to customers at a low price. You can use these shops and stalls to purchase different things to help them out. As most of these sellers are mainly dependent on tourism, it will help them a lot to get support. No matter which part of the country you are traveling you will be able to get a lot of small shops available in the side lanes

Air Quality and Pollution

You do not want to get sick during your trip to this beautiful country and miss out on all the different experiences that are waiting for you. One of the ways to prevent that from happening is by taking care of your health. If you want to take care of your health, you need to know different things about the country and one of them is the quality of air. If the air is polluted, then it puts your health in harm's way. However, you do not have to worry about air quality in New Zealand. Being an island country, the area is separated from the mainland and has very good air quality.

The average air quality index (AQI) of the country is around 20-40, which is good. You do not have to worry much while traveling to most of the areas of this country. However, some areas are available where the air quality is moderate. So, you can take some precautions with you such as masks, medicines, and others. If you have serious breathing problems such as asthma or any other condition that might get triggered by air pollution, then you need to consult a doctor before visiting this country.

The doctor will help you a lot to know about the different things that you will need to carry to ensure your safety. It will help you travel in the country without interruption. You can check the live air quality before visiting different parts of New Zealand with the help of online services. It will help you a lot to know the different things about the area and take precautions based on it.

Respect the Culture

Apart from famous attractions, there are plenty of different things that you need to see in New Zealand. One of them is the unique culture and traditions that attract a lot of tourists from different countries. You will find a lot of things different in this country from other places such as foods, clothes, languages, and others. The culture of this country is influenced by western culture. This is home to the Maori people who are very well known for having a unique environment. The geographical location of the countries and the influences of different cultures make it very special.

You will get to see a lot of craze in the local people about cricket, rugby, and many other sports. The culture of the local kiwi people and Maori people in the same country are very different. So, it is a nice experience for the people who love to explore the culture. Make sure to visit all the corners of the country to get the best cultural experience. It is best to visit the country at the time of festivals that will help you to know a lot about the traditions and rituals. There are tourists who only visit the country to explore the cultural side and know more about the history.

If you are one of them, then add the museums to your visiting list that will help you to witness some ancient artifacts and great stories about the history of this island country. Also, visit all the historical places and monuments to witness them and learn the stories. When you are visiting the country, keep in mind to respect the culture of different religions. Apart from Maori, the country is generally Cristian, but you will also find many Roman Catholic, Anglican, Presbyterian, and others too.

Top 10 Places to Visit

New Zealand is the best country in today's world where people from different parts of the globe wants to visit. The reason behind this thing is that the country has wonderful cities with some nice holiday destinations. Now if you want to know what they are then here their names are mentioned below.

Auckland Zoo (Auckland) - If you are in Auckland and cannot decide where to visit then this zoo is the right option. Here you will get some of the best animals and know about their originations. So just try it out and you would have lots and lots of fun in this beautiful place.
Wellington Botanic Garden (Wellington) - This botanical garden is located in the capital city of Wellington and offers you some beautiful flowers and plants. They become a point of attraction for everyone and people want to keep them as their memories. So if you want to do it then take a camera with you and capture all their photographs.
Christchurch Town Hall (Christchurch) - You can call it an arts center cum hall where you would get theatre shows, concerts, and orchestras. They are beyond any words and always give you a feeling of wow. So it is a must-visit because the opportunity of visiting here comes only once in your lifetime.
Larnach Castle (Dunedin) - This place is a real example of beauty and was the residence of a very famous politician. He made a lot of contributions to making New Zealand a democratic country. Now if you want to know more about his works then visit here as soon as possible.
Mount Tarawera (Rotorua) - A volcano where you can get hiking trails and it gives you the finest adventure. So instead of having any second thoughts just try it out and you will find something very extraordinary. And remember this thing that there is no point in missing it because this adventurous experience is too valuable.
Thrillzone Queenstown (Queenstown) - An indoor amusement park where you will find many fascinating rides and video games. Come here with your family and you will have great satisfaction over here. It will also give you a feeling of wow and make you happier.
Fairfield House (Nelson) - You cannot imagine that this place was established in the year 1872 and is still famous even today. It is because of a famous ruler who stayed over here and sacrificed his life during the war period. Try it for once and see that you will never have any reasons to complain about this place.
St Peter's Cathedral (Hamilton) - An Anglican cathedral where you can visit and wish for the best thing. After doing it you will see that one day it will definitely come true. So hurry up because it is something that is beyond the levels of your imagination.
The National Aquarium of New Zealand (Napier) - A live aquarium where you will get more than hundreds of sea creatures and fishes. They are amazing and entices the majority of tourists from all over the world. In the beginning, you would think that it is not enjoyable but later on you would understand its value.
Kaiate Falls (Tauranga) - This is a waterfall which is huge and here you will get a very lovely atmosphere. It cannot be expressed by any words because you have to see it on your own. Just go for it and you would be eager to give your positive reviews about it.

Larnach Castle

Explore

So you have already known about the places which are mentioned in the previous section. Now, what will you do if you are asked to explore the cities of New Zealand? The answer is simple: just visit other places like some city parks and museums.

City Parks

South Bay Recreation Reserve (Kaikoura) - This park is awesome and here the ambiance is calm and eco-friendly. You can come here for having a nice picnic with your family. By doing it your time will be spent quite well and you can have some precious moments.
John F Kennedy Park (Palmerston North) - You will notice that this park has a lot of open spaces for playing outdoor games. Bring your children over here and play a game of football or cricket with them. It will give them a lot of fun and there would be no chances of disappointment.
Pukekura Park (New Plymouth) - It is a children's park where your children will get some fascinating rides and seesaws. They are mind-blowing and can easily live up to their expectations. People often say that this place has nothing new to offer but you have to come here and decide on your own.

South Bay Recreation Reserve

National Parks

Waitangi Regional Park (Napier) - This place is very interesting as here you can find various types of birds. You might not be a birdwatcher but after seeing them you will become fond of them. No one misses it because this scope will not come again and again.
Tawharanui Regional Park (Auckland) - Although this place is not a picnic spot where you can come to have a little bit of relaxation. It offers you some scenic views and makes you feel free from all your depressions. Just explore it vividly and you will definitely find something new and different.
Central City Camping Park (Invercargill) - For all the campers out there this park is perfect for them. Here you can come to a bonfire camp and get the best enjoyment of your life. So make a fair attempt at this place and see how you love it to the fullest.

Beaches

Kaiti Beach (Gisborne) - The water of this beach is clean and is the most suitable one for having a nice bath. Lounge into it and get a very exciting thrill which you might have never thought of even in your dreams. And remember that missing this place is another name of foolishness.
Waipu Beach (Waipu) - Although this beach is not meant for bathing here you will find some seashells and corals. They are good for your home collections and can be used as a fine showpiece. Whoever visits here recommends it to their beloved persons.

Young Nick's Head from Kaiti Beach

Landmarks

Auckland Sky Tower

Sky Tower (Auckland) - An observation tower from where you can have a nice view of the whole of Auckland city. You can refer to it as a place of your desires which will leave you awestruck. Today it is regarded as one of the A-listers in the whole city.

Museums

Wellington Museum (Wellington) - In this museum, you can visit and go back to the journey of how the city of Wellington was formed. While discovering it you will get to know some new facts which are very essential. A place like this is nowhere there in any other cities of New Zealand.

Wellington Museum

Eat

Without trying the foods of the destination, your trip will be incomplete and you will not be able to learn a lot about the culture. Being an island country, the foods and dishes are very different in this country, and you need to taste all of them to get the best food experience. After reaching the country, the first food that you need to try is the traditional foods. There are many other foods available in this country that you might get available in other places but the raw taste of traditional foods of the country is unmatched. A wide range of restaurants is available that serve traditional dishes at low prices.

Some of the most common traditional dishes that you need to try in this country include seafood dishes, roasted lamb, fish and chips, Maori hangi, cheese and wine, lollies, barbeque, and others. You will find most of these dishes available in almost all the different restaurants in the country. However, make sure to visit the street food stalls as well to get different types of traditional dishes available at reasonable prices.

It will both help you to save a lot of money and help the small sellers to get the support that they need to keep providing the best products and foods. If you are vegetarian, then there are plenty of veg restaurants available in the country that can provide you a good food experience and the ultimate taste of the traditional foods. No matter which type of foods you are looking for in New Zealand, you will be able to get all of the different ones available very easily in most of the major cities.

Drink

Foods are not the only thing that will help you to know a lot about the culture of the country. Drinks in the country also play an important part that will help you to know a lot. From wine to seasonal drinks, you will be able to get many different types of drinks available in this country. Just like food, you need to try the traditional drinks first after reaching the country. You will need to know which are the best drinks for refreshment to get your energy back in between exploring different places.

So, here are some of the popular drinks that you need to try in New Zealand such as Phoenix, Craft beer, Speight's beer, Flat white coffee, Lewis Road Creamery flavored milk, Lemon and Paeroa, Springwater, and many more. You will get these drinks available in almost all the different corners of the country. If you want to get all of them available in a single place, then you need to visit the nightlife of the country that is very popular for having all the different types of drinks. Apart from these, there are plenty of other drinks available that you can choose to have in the country.

Some local soft drinks, craft beers, and others are available in almost all cities. You can visit the local breweries to know the making process and taste some of the local delicacies. It is best to book the tours of breweries in advance to participate in them without any problems. As there are plenty of beaches available in the country, you will be able to relax on the beaches and sip on the different types of drinks.

Tap-water

There are many different things that you need to check before visiting your travel destination. Some of them can ruin your trip experience with different health conditions. If you want to get an uninterrupted experience of traveling the country, then the best way to do it by checking all the things. One of them is the tap water of the country. In different places of the country, you will get the tap-water served as primary drinking water. So, you need to know the quality of the water very well before drinking it. You do not have to worry much as the tap water is very well available in the country and perfectly safe to drink. Most of the local people of the country use tap water for primary drinking and other purposes.

However, you will find a lot of people in the country who boil the water and filter it very well. It helps to get rid of the harmful properties of the water and ensure health safety. You can also boil the water or filter it very well to improve the overall quality of the water and ensure safety. There are some areas where the tap-water is not safe to drink, it is better to use bottled water instead of tap water. Packaged drinking water is available in almost all the different parts of the country at reasonable prices. As most of the water comes from streams or unknown sources without proper treatment, it is best to filter or boil the water or use the bottled water for your safety.

Activities

One of the best things about traveling to New Zealand is that you will never run out of activity options. There is a long list of activities available in the country that you can take part in. From famous attractions to museums, you will get an unforgettable experience by traveling to his country. Some of the sports are very popular in the country such as cricket, rugby, soccer, and others. Rugby is very popular in the country and the local people love to take part in it. The landscapes are also very beautiful in the country and attract tourists from all around the globe.

If you love to know the history of different countries, then you can visit the museums of the country that will help you a lot to know the different things about the country very well. Apart from these, there are many other outdoor activities available that can help you to get a very good adrenaline rush. Some of the most common outdoor activities that you can take part in in this country include trekking, hiking, rock climbing, snorkeling, fishing, bird watching, jungle exploring, and many others. All of these options are available with some additional water activities as there are plenty of beaches.

Make sure to book different activities before your trip to the country or you might have to wait in the long line. If you want to get far away from the crowd, then you can join the yoga classes in the country. There are many yoga centers available that will help you to get fit both physically and mentally. As the local people of the country are very concerned about their health, you will be able to find a lot of yoga centers in most of the major cities in this country.

Accommodation

Before confirming your trip to the country, you need to keep in mind that there are plenty of accommodation options available in the country and all of them are different from one to another. Being a popular tourist destination, the number of accommodations has increased very much in this country. You will get almost all the accommodations available in this country. However, you will need to choose the best one among them based on the price and staying time.

If you are thinking of staying for a long time, then you will need to know which is the best option for you. Most of these options provide all the basic benefits to the customers. You will be able to get all the different options available from basic to expensive ones based on your requirements. In some of the areas of the country, you might not be able to get all the options available. Among all the different ones, choosing the green hotels to stay in the country is the best option for you to both ensure the safety of your health and improve the environment.

No matter which accommodation you choose to stay in the country, make sure to book them earlier. You can take the help of online services to book hotels without any problems. Try to book the hotels in the center of the cities to get connected well to different parts of the country. Here are some of the most chosen accommodations are given below that will help you to know the details about them and book one based on your choices.

Green Hotels

As mentioned above, green hotels are known to be the best options to stay in the country. It will both keep you and the country safe from pollution. There are many other options available to you for staying but none of them are eco-friendly. Waste production is very low in these hotels as they use all green methods from solar energy to recycled water. You will find these green hotels very good and comfortable to stay in. From cheap to very expensive ones, all types of hotels are available in this country. You will need to choose one based on your budget and staying time.

There are plenty of green hotels available in the country that you can choose based on your requirements. In most of these green hotels, you will be able to get all the basic benefits and facilities available. With higher prices, you will get some luxurious accommodation facilities with the room that will make your stay more interesting. It is best to book green hotels as early as possible as they tend to get full very soon. You will need to get the help of online services to book the rooms in the green hotels for both ensuring your room and getting them at low prices.

When booking the green hotels, make sure to check the position. If the accommodation is in the center of the cities, then it will help you to get connected to different locations very well. In almost all the major cities, there are plenty of green hotels available but in some areas, you might not be able to get any. You will need to choose any other accommodations there to stay.

Hostels and Guest Houses

Hostels and guest houses are not very different from green hotels but many travelers prefer to choose them. The best thing about them is they start from a lower range than the green hotels and are available in different price ranges. You will be able to get expensive and luxurious guest houses available too with different facilities and benefits. Also, guesthouses and hostels are available in some places where green hotels are not available.

You can take the help of these to save a lot of money and stay comfortable at the same time. There are many hostels available that offer you to share the room with someone else such as a traveler or local people that helps you to reduce the price of the room more. As this is an island country, you will be able to get the guest houses available in different places such as beaches, mountains, and clothes. It will help you to get a very good traveling experience in the country. Just like other accommodations, try to book the hostels and guesthouses as early as possible as it will help you a lot to ensure the rooms.

There are many guest houses available where you can book offline too. However, the tourists are very high in this country which makes it hard to book a guest house or hostel if not booked early. They get full very fast with a high number of tourists. No matter which one you are choosing to stay in the country, take the help of online websites to book them without any issues.

Apartments

Apartments are so far the best option for travelers who are planning to stay in the country for more than one month. While other accommodations are very expensive, you will be able to rent apartments at a very cheap price. However, there are many luxurious apartments available in New Zealand too that you can choose for your stay if your budget is high. Even the lowest apartments help you to get all the basic facilities like toilets, electricity, food, and others to make your stay comfortable. You will be able to get apartments available in almost all the corners of the country where other accommodations are not available.

Unlike the other accommodations, you do not have to book the apartments early as they are quite available and huge in number. Even the high number of tourists in New Zealand is not enough to book all of them. So, you do not need to worry about the bookings, you can do them both online and offline. The best thing about staying in the apartments is that it helps you to observe the lifestyle, culture, and traditions of the local people in this country. Apartments are not only used by travelers or foreign people, but the locals of the country also use the apartments for stay and different works.

It is very much likely that you will be surrounded by the local people around you. Many tourists around the world who visit different destinations to explore the culture choose to stay in apartments for this reason. It helps a lot to get an insight into their lifestyle, rituals, and others. You might as well become friends with the local people and learn many more things like languages, information, etc. As the apartments are available for rent, you can take the help of rental services to book the rooms too instead of visiting the apartments themselves. There are some apartments located near the beach too that will help you to get a very good staying experience.

Couchsurfing

Unlike other modes of accommodations that are there for decades, Couchsurfing is a new way of staying in a country. There are many travelers who prefer to stay in their destination using Couchsurfing. One of the best things about Couchsurfing is that it helps to save a lot of money on accommodations. However, this is not the reason for choosing Couchsurfing as there are many other reasons. Many people choose it for the unique experience of staying like a local in the country. This is a group of travelers that help each other by offering hospitality, stay, food, and others when traveling to their home country.

They will take care of you and help you as much as possible as a local. You will be able to save a lot of money as they offer a stay without any money. Just like apartments, you will be able to get a very good experience of staying and witnessing the culture. In fact, this is an even better option to stay in the country than apartments if you want to explore the culture. It helps you to stay with a local family and witness all the rituals and traditions up close. You will be able to learn the languages, food choices, clothes, and many other things from very close.

The host might as well help you to give some other unknown information about the country that is very valuable for your trip. You will need to take the help of online services to get the Couchsurfing hosts in this country. But there are plenty of hosts available in New Zealand that can make the tour more fun and interesting. Try to talk with them as early as possible as it will help you to get all the paperwork done and make you prepared. It will also help you to avoid the last time hassle and stay in with the family without any delay. This accommodation option is perfect for you if you are staying for a short time.

Camping

While all the above-mentioned accommodations help you to explore the culture or other things, this one is completely different from them. With the help of camping, you will be able to get a very unforgettable adventurous experience. A high number of tourists prefer to make the accommodation a fun journey with the help of different views in plenty of locations. You can find camping spots in different locations from beaches to mountains. No matter where you choose, you will be able to sleep under the open sky with a jaw-dropping view of mountains, sea, and others.

Even when you finish exploring and coming back to the camps, a new refreshment adventure will start in the heart of nature. Most of these camps are surrounded by lush green. You will be able to stay very well and get all the basic facilities available in most of these camping spots. From the toilet to the cooking facility, everything is offered in these shops. If you go to a higher price range, then you might find some other expensive and luxurious facilities as well such as swimming pools, wi-fi, and others.

Like other accommodations, you will need to book the camping spots a lot earlier to get them available. Many camps also offer outdoor activities too such as camping, trekking, rock climbing, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, and others. You can take part in them to make your camping experience more exciting. Bonfire in the middle of the night will help you to get an unforgettable experience of the New Zealand trip.

Regions

Cities

Getting There and Moving Around

Before planning all the different things about your trip, you need to know and decide which are the transportations you are going to use for both reaching the country and moving around. Being an island country, you will not be able to get all the options available from most of the countries. So, you will need to know which options are available from your home country and moving around in New Zealand. When it comes to choosing the mode of transportation for reaching the country, you need to choose based on your budget and time on hand for the whole trip. However, here you need to also consider the options available. From most of the countries, traveling by air is the one and only option to reach the country.

If you are traveling from neighboring countries, then you might be able to get some other ways available too. You will need to check it before making your budget for the trip. After reaching the country, you will find a lot of local transportations available based on different locations. Some of them will help you to move to your destination quickly while others will take a lot of time but help you to explore the streets and buildings. You will need to choose transpiration to move around in the country based on comfortability, time on hand, exploration, and most importantly pollution.

As an eco-friendly traveler, you need to ensure that the transportation that you are choosing for your exploration is not polluting the country. There are many transportations that are run by fuel and pollute the air with the smoke. So, choose transpiration like a cycle, electric cars, and other available green transportations to keep the country pollution-free. Here are some of the most common ways of moving around the country and travel to New Zealand by the travelers are given below in detail to help you choose the best one based on requirements.

Air

As mentioned above, the air is the only way of traveling to New Zealand from most of the countries around the world. Also, most travelers prefer to travel by air as it is the fastest way to travel to a destination. When it comes to traveling to New Zealand, they do not have any other choice of choosing transportation except for air from most of the countries as the country is located on an island separated from the mainland. While traveling by air is the fastest mode of transportation, you also need to keep in mind that there are many things that you will miss out on.

The most obvious one is witnessing all the beautiful places on your way to the country. All you will be able to see from flights is the clouds and sea underneath. Also, air tickets are much more expensive compared to all the other modes of transportations. You will find international flights to New Zealand available from most of the countries but make sure to check your home country to know details. It is best to book the flight tickets as early as possible. It helps you to avoid any kind of waiting and ensure your seat as the flight tickets get booked very early. Also, it helps to save a lot of money as early tickets are available to the customers at a lower price.

You can take the help of online services to book air tickets without any issues. After visiting the country, you will find a lot of flights available to move around the country from one to another city. Almost all the major cities are connected by air that helps travelers to travel through New Zealand without any issues. Some of the most used international airports of the country are Auckland Airport, Dunedin Airport, Rotorua Airport, and others. Local famous airports include Queenstown Airport, Nelson Airport, Palmerston North Airport, Hamilton Airport, Bay of Islands Airport, and others.

Inside the Auckland Airport

Bus

Buses are known to be the cheapest way of traveling for both reaching the country and moving around during a trip. However, buses are not a valid option to travel to New Zealand from other countries. As the country is situated on an island, it is almost impossible to reach the country by bus. There are no bridges or roads available that connect the country with other countries. Although buses are the cheapest mode of transportation that helps you to enjoy all the different views and sceneries on the way, this option is not available to you for reaching the country.

However, you do not need to worry much as you can get this experience after reaching the country. There are plenty of buses available in the country that will help you to move around from one place to another. Buses are known to be one of the best ways of traveling in New Zealand. The local people use buses to move around and they are very well available in all of the areas of the country. You will be able to get them very frequently and it will help you to explore the different things on your way.

However, make sure to have some extra time on your hand as the buses tend to get stuck in traffic. The best thing about traveling by bus is that it will also help you to give an insight into the daily life of the local people and their lifestyle. As the buses are also used by the local people, you will be surrounded by them. Take the help of online websites and services to book the bus tickets early or wait in the bus stoppages or terminals to get buses available. However, keep in mind that some of the rural areas do not have bus service available.

Bus in Auckland

Train

Many travelers keep the trains as a primary choice of traveling to different locations as it helps you to get a very unique experience. Although it takes a lot more time to reach the destination compared to flights, the fares of trains are a lot cheaper, and it helps you to explore the different places on your way. However, the location of New Zealand is on an island that is separated from other countries. It makes it almost impossible for travelers to travel to New Zealand by train. You will not miss out to get this unique experience of traveling by train as there are some railway services available in the country that will help you.

You will be able to get a very good traveling experience by train with the crystalline lakes, mountains, scenic beauties, and others. There are rail passes available that give you a tour to witness the beautiful and breathtaking places of the country. You will get three different types of trains available in this country such as Northern Explorer, Coastal Pacific, TranzAlpine, and Cook Strait ferry. All of these different railways help different parts of the country get connected.

Some spectacular destinations on the way make the journey more interesting. The train tickets are both available online and offline in different price ranges. You can easily book it to prevent getting your name on the waiting list. With the help of different trains, you will be able to travel to various places in the country. You will be able to relax and travel very well by train.

Hitchhiking

Hitchhiking is considered to be one of the best ways to reach travel destinations by travelers who love to make the journey adventurous. It takes a lot of time to reach the destination compared to all the other transportations mentioned above. Using this, you will need to take a lift from the travelers who are going the same way. You will need to reach the destination with the help of both hiking and lifts. However, you will not be able to get this unique experience of traveling when having a journey to New Zealand. Being an island country, there are no roads available in the country that will help you to hitchhike. However, you will be able to get this awesome experience after visiting the country.

There are plenty of highways available in the country that you can use to reach different parts, areas, and cities. The local people of the country are very helpful and won't think twice before giving you a lift. Most of the people you will come around on the road are Irish. You need to choose some of the highways that are busiest to get the lifts easily. Also, make sure to wait for lifts at some of the places where the cars slow down a lot such as petrol pumps, restaurants, tolls, and others.

On your journey to different places in the country by hitchhiking, you will be able to see some of the beautiful places and witness the beauty of nature. There are some things that you need to carry with you throughout the journey such as water bottles, medicines, dry fruits, and others. You can take the help of different websites to know which are the best roads in the country for hitchhiking. It will help you to know the map and prevent you from getting lost in the way.

Others

These are the most chosen ways of traveling to different countries by travelers, but these are not the only ones. There are plenty of other ways to travel to the country that you can use. Most of them take a lot of time to reach the destination compared to all the different ones given above. However, you will be able to get a very unique experience of traveling by choosing these that will boost your overall trip experience. One of the most common ones that come first in the mind is traveling by water. As the country is located on an island, you will be able to reach it with the help of water transportations. From many different countries, you can catch a ferry or ship to travel to this country. Although you will need a lot of time to reach compared to flight, this is the best option for those who want to save money or choose something other than traveling by air. You will not be able to see the different things on your way except the sea and crystal clear water. You can take the help of different online services to book the tickets earlier and ensure your seat. Other than traveling by water, you can also choose to reach the country with the help of a bike or car via road. The road journey is one of the best ways to reach the country but you will be able to have a very good road trip experience.

You will need to take breaks at night by staying at motels, but unlike other transportations, you will be able to stop at any beautiful places on the way and travel around. These options are not only available to reach the country, you can choose them to move around in the country. There are many car and bike rental services available that will help you to get them at very low prices. You can also take the help online services to book them early for a very good experience of traveling and exploring in New Zealand. Some of the cities of this country are well connected by boats such as Blenheim to Wellington, Nelson to Collingwood, and others.

Sustainable Shopping

Sustainable shopping is getting popular throughout the different parts of the country as it helps to both get high-quality items at low prices and keep the environment clean. As the climate of the earth keeps changing, every country has now taken different measures to improve the environment. As an eco-friendly traveler, you can also improve the overall environment a lot with your actions. One of those actions is choosing sustainable shopping. New Zealand offers a lot of flea markets, second-hand markets, food markets, and many more that you can visit to get some of the high-quality items at very low prices.

It will also inspire the local people of the country to use sustainable goods as well. If you love to shop for some historical items, then the flea markets are best for you. You will be able to get the markets available in almost all the major cities. These markets offer some of the best antiques, vintage items, artifacts, and many other things at very low prices. Apart from the flea markets, you can also visit the second-hand markets to get some of the goods, clothes, bags, and other things available at low prices. Despite the low price, the quality of these goods is very good that helps you to get some of the best items.

You can bring back some of the best souvenirs for you and your family. There are some art markets as well that offer handcrafted goods too. If you are a food lover, then you must visit the food markets of the country too that will help you to get different types of seasonal spices and vegetables available. You will be able to get all the different food ingredients available at the same place. All of these markets will help you to get a very good experience while reducing the waste of the country and saving valuable resources.

Recycling

Recycling has become a must for almost all the countries around the world to both keep the environment well and ensure the safety of health. Just like other countries, New Zealand has taken many steps to recycle the waste of the country and reduce it as much as possible. According to different sources, New Zealand recycles more than 1.3 million tonnes of wastes every year. However, 70% of them are getting exported to different places.

They have recently boosted the recycling plant system in the country with the help of more than 36.7 million dollars. Also, a huge amount of 12 dollars was used to improve the recycling infrastructure of the country and improve its capacity. They have minimized the use of plastics in the country and only plastic 1 and 2 are accepted for use because they are recyclable. They are recycled well and turned into other useful products with the help of the high and improved recycling process of the country.

The local people of the country have adopted the recycled items very well and followed different initiatives to keep the country out of waste. There are many recycled items stores that you can visit to get one of the best items available at low prices. As an eco-friendly traveler, make sure to help the country as much as possible to recycle items and stay clean.

Waste

Just like recycling, waste management is also very well in New Zealand. They have initiated some good waste collection processes in the country that helped to keep the cycle very well. You will be able to find a lot of waste management plants in the country. Both the government and the local people of the country helped a lot to improve the overall waste management system a lot. Every week, the waste of households in the country are collected in bags and bins by the workers. The remaining waste is used in the construction of gardens, landfill, demolition, and others. The minimum use of plastic in this country has helped a lot to reduce the total waste. You will be able to find a lot of bins installed throughout the country that make the streets and lanes clean. During your trip, make sure to help out the locals as much as possible to keep the country out of waste.

Work and Study Abroad

New Zealand might be hard to reach and there is no way of reaching from most of the countries except by air. But every year, a lot of people from foreign countries are visiting the country. All of them are not travelers, many people are workers and students who are visiting the country to fulfill their dream or career. You will find a lot of people in this country who are studying to complete their higher education.

There are plenty of benefits and facilities that the government of the country offers to foreign students. With the help of these benefits, the foreign students get attracted to complete their higher studies in this country. Not only students but the workers of the country also get a lot of benefits available that help them to stay and work in different sectors. Here are some of the benefits you will receive in New Zealand as a foreign worker or student given below in detail.

Exchange Student

The exchange student system is getting popular around the world among the students. You will come across many students in this country from different countries who are studying with the help of exchange student programs. Using this program students can study in any foreign country that has a partnership with their home education institute. However, you need to be nominated by the home educational institute.

With the help of this program, students with good merit but bad medical conditions can study at any country and world-famous universities with just paying the tuition fee. You can take the help of online websites to know which different universities have partnerships with your college/school/ or university. There are plenty of universities and schools available in New Zealand that offer this program to different countries. So, you have a high chance of getting this program available.

Au Pair

Au Pair is one of the best ways to stay in the country for the initial stage of moving in. This country has a lot of Au Pair jobs available for the foreign and local people that you can choose from. With the job, you will be able to get shelter, food, and some pocket money as well to stay in the country without any problems. You can take the help of online services to find the Au Pair services in New Zealand and book them to get the best experience. With the help of this, you will be able to get a place to stay in exchange for taking care of the household, elder people, and children in the absence of the host.

Volunteering

Volunteering is the best option to take care of the people and the environment of the country. Some of the most common volunteering jobs that you can take part in are cleaning the wastes of the country, teaching different languages to the locals, planting trees, helping out other tourists, and many more. As an eco-friendly traveler, it will give you the opportunity to help out the local people and know them very closely. You will be able to learn a lot about the local people and their culture by taking part in different volunteering jobs.