Bay of Islands
Escape to a serene corner of New Zealand’s far northern coast
Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city and home to the largest Polynesian population in the world.
Enclosed by hilly rainforest and dormant volcanoes on one side, and ocean harbors on the other, Auckland is known as the “City of Sails” where you can explore the marinas and beaches at leisure. Despite its size, the coastal setting lends the city a laid-back reputation rather than the “hustle and bustle” that one might expect of the country’s largest city. So slow down and experience Auckland like a local: stroll through parks, explore the marinas, sample food from countless cafes, and relax.
Other areas to explore
A visit to Auckland puts you within easy reach of many other beautiful and fascinating parts of New Zealand.
Queenstown
Perfectly situated on the crystalline Lake Wakatipu with mountains on either side, Queenstown, also known as New Zealand’s “adventure capital”, brims with experiences for the intrepid traveler.
West Coast
Sandwiched between the dominant Southern Alps and the untamed Tasman Sea, New Zealand’s West Coast region is perfect for those who are looking for an adventure, but don’t need it handed to them on a silver platter.
Abel Tasman and Nelson
Abel Tasman National Park is New Zealand’s smallest national park, but its most-visited, and for good reason.
Why book with Extraordinary Journeys?
We go deep
We value depth over breadth. While we have broadened our map, our intimate expertise runs deep—from understanding each locale's hidden rhythms to cultivating relationships with exceptional guides.
We keep it honest
Seasoned travelers know that places change, authentic experiences migrate. We'll listen to your hopes and passions, but push back when we know something will better resonate with you.
We’ve got it covered
Traveling to wild places asks something of us— a quality of attention and presence. From behind-the-scenes logistics to bespoke culinary experiences, our team has thought of everything.
We know it’s personal
There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.
We go deep
We value depth over breadth. While we have broadened our map, our intimate expertise runs deep—from understanding each locale's hidden rhythms to cultivating relationships with exceptional guides.
We keep it honest
Seasoned travelers know that places change, authentic experiences migrate. We'll listen to your hopes and passions, but push back when we know something will better resonate with you.
We’ve got it covered
Traveling to wild places asks something of us— a quality of attention and presence. From behind-the-scenes logistics to bespoke culinary experiences, our team has thought of everything.
We know it’s personal
There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.