Planning a cruise to New Zealand and don't know what do in port? Here is a local's FREE guide to the best sights, activities and tours in New Zealand!

Picton, New Zealand

Marlborough, New Zealand

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Wellington, New Zealand

Tauranga, New Zealand

Napier, New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand

Dunedin, New Zealand

Christchurch, New Zealand

Pahia, New Zealand

Bay Of Islands, Northland, New Zealand

Timaru, New Zealand

🚢FREE Cruise Port Guides to New Zealand

Just 4.8 million people occupy New Zealand's two islands, leaving vast untouched landscapes in this stunning corner of the world. Explore the north island for kiwi history, diverse vibrant cities and Maori culture all within reach. Whereas, the south island holds some of the most natural and stunning landscapes you will ever see. In this guide, the best cities, tourist attractions will be unearthed, as well as all the essential logistical questions, instagramable places, do's and don'ts and tips from bloggers.

The Complete Guide to New Zealand

Discover the best of New Zealand in 5 weeks exploring the North and South Island🚍✨

Taupō, New Zealand

Kaikōura, New Zealand

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Wanaka, New Zealand

Blenheim, New Zealand

Hokitika, New Zealand

Milford Sound, Southland Region, New Zealand

Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Manawatu-Wanganui Region, New Zealand

Abel Tasman National Park, South Island, New Zealand

Queenstown, New Zealand

Rotorua, New Zealand

5 Weeks New Zealand Roadtrip Itinerary and Recommendations 

Welcome to Tauranga, a coastal city in the Bay of Plenty region. This port is New Zealand’s largest port in terms of gross export tonnage and the region is the fastest growing one. This city has something for everyone, from beautiful beaches, dolphin watching, thermal reserves, galleries, shopping, and of course great cuisine. I spent the day at a sheep farm, shopping and enjoying some short hikes around the thermal reserve along with a traditional Maori cultural show. I even had time to enjoy the beach before I boarded the ship again. You could spend the entirety of the day just on the coast, surfing, kayaking, rafting, and refueling with the many food trucks that park just outside of it. 

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Tauranga, New Zealand Day Trip

Heading on a cruise from Auckland? Make sure to pick up this guide. I've included all of my guides from the ports we docked in plus helpful information about the airport arrival procedures and departure information. New Zealand is a protected place and a lot of bio-security rules apply. You will find your self going through security before and after each ship embarkment/dis-embarkment along with needing extra time at airport security both ways. 

Sydney NSW, Australia

13 Day Cruise; Roundtrip from Auckland

Tauranga

Consider going to the beach and watch surfers or try it yourself? 

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