Just a short hop across the Tasman lies a land of breathtaking natural beauty and cultural delights. Welcome to New Zealand, the travel destination of choice for more than half a million Aussies per year; with so much to see and do in the land of the long white cloud, it’s not hard to see why.
Renowned for its rugged landscapes and untouched wilderness, New Zealand is an outdoors-person’s dream. But if soaking up a cultural experience or just sitting down to enjoy world-class dining is more your preference, New Zealand is the place for you as well. There’s something for everyone in the home of our Kiwi cousins.
Getting from place to place in this stunning country is a breeze with Hertz, as you’ll be able to find more than 40 convenient car hire locations almost anywhere you wish to go. And that’s for the best – because there’s so much you’ll want to see and do while you’re there.
Car rental in NZ: getting you from A-Z
With a comprehensive system of well-maintained roads and highways, travelling by car is a fantastic way to discover the real NZ while soaking in the sights, sounds and culture unattainable at 30,000ft. Whether you choose the North Island or the South Island for your trip, you’ll find a Hertz location nearby that will get you where you need with ease and comfort.
What’s more, with a convenient ferry service between the North and South islands, even the ocean won’t stand in the way of your road trip adventure. Driving between Wellington on the North Island and Christchurch on the South Island takes approximately 8 hours (including the ferry ride), with near-infinite adventures to have along the way.
South Island must-sees
The wild natural beauty of the South Island is perhaps immediately what comes to mind when you picture New Zealand, thanks in part to Peter Jackson’s Lord of The Rings Trilogy. Well, it’s not just movie magic! The South Island of New Zealand really looks like that, making it an unmissable destination for anyone who loves to experience the breathtaking wonder of the outdoors.
Popular attractions for nature-lovers include a climb up Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak; kayaking with seals and dolphins on the serene waters of the Abel Tasman National Park; or getting back in touch with your wild-side with the vivid turquoise waters of Hokitika Gorge.
Of course, if wine and relaxation are more your thing, don’t miss the famous wineries of the Central Otago region!
Unmissable North Island experiences
What the South Island has in sights to see, the North Island more than matches with things to do! Whether it’s taking in the metropolitan culture of Auckland or Wellington, or living a little more on the wild side with bungee jumping or skydiving at Lake Taupo, you’ll find an experience of a lifetime on New Zealand’s North Island. Don’t forget to check out the glow-worms in the Waitomo Caves and soak in the healing thermal pools of Rotorua.
