Overview
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On the Northern Voyager, you can go surfing at one of the world's longest left-hand breaks in Raglan, tick some adrenaline activities off of your bucket list at the beautiful town of Taupo or hike the world-famous Tongariro Crossing. In Rotorua - the geothermal capital of the world - you can relax at spas, walk in the ancient redwood forests, or visit Hobbiton. Finally, explore the real-life entrance to Narnia at Cathedral Cove in the stunning Coromandel!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We accommodate for most dietaries and allergy requirements eg. vegan, vegeterian, Dairy-free, Gluten-free etc.
What To Expect
Auckland to Coromandel
Accommodations
Hot Water Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
Food and Drinks
DINNER
Dinner
Cathedral Cove Walk
After a few scenic stops on the stunning drive to Coromandel Peninsula, we arrive into the coastal town of Hahei. Explore the Gateway to Narnia at Cathedral Cove, spend the afternoon kayaking or swimming in the turquoise waters then catch the sunset from the natural hot pools on Hot Water Beach.
Coromandel to Rotorua
Accommodations
Haka House Rotorua
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Say goodbye to the Coromandel as we head to Rotorua. On the way, we stop at the Thermal Wonderland Wai-O-Tapu where you will discover a spectacular showcase of New Zealand’s most colourful and unique geothermal elements sculpted by thousands of years of geothermal activity.
From Wai-o-Tapu we make our way down to Rotorua. Know for its rich Māori Culture, geothermal and natural landscapes and incredible adventurous activities.
Rotorua
Accommodations
Haka House Rotorua
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Rotorua
Dive into a jam-packed day at the geothermal and cultural centre of New Zealand, Rotorua. Luging, zorbing, white water rafting, cultural performances or simply marvelling at the unique geothermal landscape; there’s heaps to do here! In the evening you'll have the option to visit the magical Mitai Maori Village. Here, you can learn and engage with Maori culture and traditions and enjoy a delicious hangi meal.
Rotorua to Taupo
Accommodations
Finlay Jacks Holiday Park Taupo
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Join us and experience the real Middle-earth™ at the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, where, in the heart of the Waikato region, you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire™, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Your guide will then escort you around the set, showing the intricate detailing, pointing out the most famous locations, and explaining how the movie magic was made. You will be fully guided around the 12-acre set; past Hobbit Holes™, the Mill, and into the world-famous Green Dragon™ Inn, where you will be presented with a complimentary, exclusive Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ beverage to conclude your own Middle-earth™ adventure. Hobbiton truly is a must-see for any fan of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. This is an optional activity that can be opted for beautiful hikes and walks in the area. Your guide will be ale to inform you of the best spots and hiking trails.
Taupo
Next, you'll discover the thundering Huka Falls and its trout-filled rivers before we head for a sunset beer by the stunning Lake Taupo. In the evening, you can head out on the lake for an evening sailing cruise or try one of the fantastic local restaurants.
Taupo
Accommodations
Finlay Jacks Holiday Park Taupo
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Taupo
Explore the magnificent lake jetboating, sailing or from 15,000ft above. Fancy a hike? Spend the day conquering one of the best one-day walks in the world, Tongariro Crossing. Whatever you choose, you’ll be spoilt for choice in Taupō!
Taupo to Raglan (via Waitomo)
Accommodations
Overnight at Raglan Backpackers
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Waitomo Caves
The adventure continues to Waitomo, a town better known for what’s beneath it. Crawl, abseil, raft and squeeze your way through the dark abyss, lit only by the twinkling light of the glow worms above
Raglan
After all that adventure it’s time for a beer on the beach in Raglan. It's known for its famous surf breaks, arts and crafts, fashion, cafes and restaurants
Raglan to Auckland
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Raglan
Raglan is New Zealand’s quintessential iconic laid-back surfer town. Home to one of the world’s longest left-hand breaks, you’ll have the chance to explore the rugged landscape, and unique black sand beach and catch a few waves
Auckland
Then we head back to Auckland where we’ll say our goodbyes, hug it out, and leave with stacks of great memories.
Options
Small Group Northern Voyager 7 Days Tour
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Accommodation for all 6 nights (Hostel and Flashpacker Backpackers)
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Flights Arrangements
Spending money
Visas (Needs to be done individually)
Extra Activities - Such as Hobbition or JetBoating (Ranging from $10 to 600+ NZD)
Lunch and Dinner (1x Dinner will be provided on tour)
Travel Insurance (Needs to be done individually)
Pre and Post Night Accommodation or Transportation
Private Room Upgrade (Additional charge per night)
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
55 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Definitely the better of the 2 Islands on offer.
adamwP9709IT,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Having done the North and South islands back to back, this is definitely the better of the 2 Islands to visit if you're looking for a variety of activities to participate, the more prominent things to see and generally getting more bang for your buck. The sheer variety of things we got to see and do, with Telli (the host) allowing our group of 8 to get to everything on time and in a reasonably content state. Hobbiton was evidently the main draw for the group, as it was one of the only activities which the entire group (short of Telli) participated at once. The other being the Sulphur pits near Rotorua.
Absolute highlight – Northern Voyager with Wild Kiwi!
Fiverl,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The "Northern Voyager" week was the perfect start to our 3-week tour of New Zealand. We experienced the North Island really intensively – sometimes together as a group, sometimes individually with helpful activity sheets. My personal must-do: The Tongariro Alpine Crossing! Huge praise to our guide Tom. He was simply terrific, whether he advised us on the daily planning, managed breakfast or answered our thousand questions. The selection of activities is great, and if there was nothing suitable, there were always top hiking tips as an alternative. The hostels were absolutely fine. You share the rooms (about 4–8 beds) with the people in the group, which makes you grow together extremely quickly. The trip is also ideal for solo travellers to get to know the country in a relaxed way. I can definitely recommend Wild Kiwi (also the other tours!)!
Wild Kiwi Northern Voyager Tour
H8252QDclarat,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant trip, so well-organised with lots of activity choices catered to a wide variety of preferences/abilities. I liked having the option to choose something tough/exciting/adventurous like the Tongariro crossing (which was incredible!!) or something more laid-back/relaxing like the row-boat through the glow-worm caves or the hot pools. Overall an incredible experience! Would definitely recommend Wild Kiwi to a friend. Shout-out to Tom, our excellent tour-guide, great craic and a brilliant organiser.
Pretty sights, great fun
Explorer16572037191,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip, not rushed Lovely people on tour. Nice tour guide Tom Only thing is the need to be very decisive for the next day activities as it needs to be booked the day before usually
Terrific experience
D5776EOchriss,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was very grateful for my tour. Tom really was a tireless in his commitment to the group. He did all the driving without complaint, knew all the best places to visit for sightseeing and eating amongst other aspects of the trip. We got to see some amazing things, not least of all 'Hobbiton' with links for payment clearly provided. Activities were easy to pick with updates provided in a WhatsApp group chat. Would recommend Wild Kiwi tour for anyone visiting New Zealand. Thanks for an amazing experience
Great!
J9099FXannec,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time! I got to experience some awesome things and our tourguide was very sweet! It is so nice to have someone drive you around and tell you all about amazing NZ and the cool stuff to do here. I highly recommend Wild Kiwi!🥝
An excellent, stress-free week exploring the North Island of NZ
U3739RRfional,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked Wild Kiwi's 7 day Northern Voyager tour as my first solo trip, and I cannot recommend the experience highly enough. The way Wild Kiwi works with organising in-country transport and accommodation took the stress out of everything; all I had to do was make my booking and turn up on the first day. The activities were all explained a few days ahead of time and I could opt in and out of any according to my own interests (and budget!). I met some awesome people on the tour. Our tour guide, Tom, was fantastic - he was incredibly personable, knowledgeable and welcoming. He was a wealth of information, telling us background about all the places we visited including the meaning of place names, and if we weren't doing certain activities, he had great alternatives to recommend. Tom kept us all on track and made sure each person was where they needed to be on-time. The North Island has so many beautiful sights - I had been nervous because everyone I know has only ever really talked about the South Island. I had an amazing time exploring the North and I would encourage anyone considering the tour to go ahead. I am already planning to return to do the South Island with Wild Kiwi as soon as I can!
Trip of a lifetime
cristinapperez1,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you’re unsure of booking Wild Kiwi, let me tell you it’s a must. So much to do and so much to see. Such a wide variety of activities to do. Even if you don’t want to do a listed activity, the towns you stop in are filled with other stuff too! Shout out to our guide, Tom, who absolutely made this a trip to remember! This truly was an experience you will never forget!
Great time with Tom
Excursion53198124224,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was great, many activities to choose from. All the people on the tour were great aswell. I can’t forget the guide Tom, a great lad, good driver, very informative. The only issue with Tom is that he didn’t go skinny dipping 😢
The best trip with wild kiwi and Siobhan
Quest29265474876,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time with this tour and would definitely recommend wild kiwi! A great way to see the North Island and learn about the culture. I had the best time with my group and our guide Siobhan. She was brilliant- made everything so easy for us and always brought great vibes! Highly recommend :)
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