🥝 What Makes Great Kiwi Trips… Great? Why Our New Zealand Self-Guided Trips Are the Best

Great Kiwi Trips
Jul 1
2 min read

Four people stand by Lake Kaniere, one pointing at distant mountains which are the Southern Alps in New Zealand's South Island. Reflective water, clear sky, lush greenery. Casual, explorative mood.

Dreaming of a New Zealand getaway? Maybe you have a few places in mind — or maybe you’re staring at a blank page, unsure where to start. Either way, Great Kiwi Trips was made for you.

We’re not your average travel company. We’re a small, proudly New Zealand-based business specialising in flexible, New Zealand self-guided trips — built by locals, designed for travellers who want freedom without the fuss.

So, what actually makes Great Kiwi Trips… great?

Over the coming weeks, we’ll unpack the six things that set us apart. But here’s your first taste:

🧩 1. Trips You Can Build Around You

Start with a three-night core itinerary. Add nights. Swap locations. Link several together. It’s New Zealand self-guided trips your way — without the hours of planning.

🌿 2. Crafted by Locals Who Love This Place

We’ve road-tripped it all. From secret hot pools in the South Island to artsy towns in the North — these are the trips we’d send our mates on.

A man holding a large crayfish with two people smiling on a boat off the coast of Kaikoura. Fishing rods in the background, ocean and distant hills visible.

🚗 3. Freedom Without Feeling Lost

No tour buses. No endless Google searches. Just crystal-clear plans, hand-picked stays, and plenty of breathing room.

💼 4. Boutique Feel. Smart Price.

Curated, stylish experiences — minus the luxury markup. We’re not into overpriced group tours.

Cozy living area with wooden walls, antler decor, and fireplace. Grey sofa, plaid pillows, and soft lighting create a warm, inviting mood.

🌍 5. Made for Overseas Travellers (Especially First-Timers)

Planning your first trip to NZ? You’re in the right place. Our New Zealand self-guided trips remove the guesswork and give you an instant, locally-backed plan.

🧭 6. Three Nights. Three Vibes.

Adventure. Relaxation. Food. Culture. Each of our 50+ itineraries is crafted around a theme, region, or mood — perfect for short breaks or mixing and matching into longer journeys.

New Zealand is too special to rush — and too stunning to waste time puzzling it out from scratch. That’s why we do the legwork. You just pick your vibe and press go.

Stick with us as we dive deeper into each of these six ideas in upcoming blogs — and discover how flexible, fun, and stress-free your Great Kiwi Trip can be.