Can
you help me find flights to New Zealand? We try to keep up to date with
the major airlines and any discounts or offers that might be advertised for flights
to New Zealand, so feel free to email us for any information we can offer. Some
useful airline links to shop around on are: Air New Zealand - www.airnz.co.nz
Qantas - www.qantas.com.au British Airways - www.britishairways.com
Cathay Pacific - www.cathaypacific.com
Singapore Airlines - www.singaporeair.com
Japan Airlines - www.japanair.com
Emirates www.emirates.com
Can
you help me find flights within New Zealand? Many international flights
will arrive in Auckland, and depending on your itinerary you may need one or more
internal flights. Let us know your dates of arrival into New Zealand and we will
happily shop around for prices for you. For internal fares have a look at:
Do I need
shots or vaccinations before coming to New Zealand? The World Health Organization
indicates that there are no vaccination requirements for any international travellers
visiting New Zealand.
What visa's or passports do
I need to travel to New Zealand? All visitors to New Zealand must carry
a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date you intend
to leave the country. Visitors from most of the world including Europe and
the United States who intend to stay for less than three months do not require
a visa. If you want to stay longer than three months, or your country of origin
does not have a visa waiver agreement with New Zealand, then you will need to
apply for a Visitor's Visa. Click on the following link to see the New Zealand
immigrations official "Guide to Visiting New Zealand". http://www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/general/formsandfees/formsandguides
Do I need travel insurance
to travel with Adventure Junkies? Travel insurance is essential for all
Adventure Junkies Vacations. Please
refer to our booking conditions.
What's
the weather going to be like during the trip? Being a long narrow country surrounded
by the ocean, New Zealand's climate can be unpredictable at times. During October
to April when we conduct our trips the maximum temperatures are generally 25-30
degree Celsius or 75-85 degree Fahrenheit. During the peak of summer (December
to January), we have long days, sunrise can be as early as 5am and sunset at around
10pm. Because of the clear, unpolluted atmosphere and relatively low latitudes
sunlight is stronger than much of Europe or North America, as a result people
generally burn quicker than at home.
What do the prices include/exclude? Both NZ Adventure and NZ adrenalin
are fully inclusive tours. The only difference between the two tours is the number
of activities included (please see the itinerary's for more details). Breakfast
and lunch is included every day, and three dinners will be provided in the more
remote locations. This gives some flexibility to explore some of the diverse and
multi-cultural restaurants that contemporary New Zealand has to offer. Accommodations
are chosen for their comfort and location. All transport is included as well as
any back-up support necessary for a quality adventure holiday. Any additional
activities not included in the itinerary can be arranged at extra cost either
before you go, or while the trip is in progress.
Are there any hidden charges not included in the trip cost? The advertised
price is the total price to pay, we do not charge a "local payment"
in New Zealand and there are no hidden charges. You will need to budget for seven
evening meals at approximately $35-40 each depending on location and any other activities
that you may want to book whilst on our trip. Gratuities are discretional
and although appreciated, not expected by our guides.
How much spending money should I bring? At the bottom-end of the scale
you could get away with simply enough money for seven dinners. More realistically
you'll want to bring money along for a few souvenirs, as well as a night out in
Queenstown or Wanaka as well. Dinner at a restaurant will range anywhere from
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What happens if one or more of the activities I've paid for is cancelled because
of the weather or other unforeseen circumstances? If an activity is cancelled
through no fault of your own (most commonly because of the weather) we will attempt
to book you on another activity during the tour of equal value. If this is not
possible we will refund the value of the trip that was not available. Please click
hereto see terms and conditions for more details.
Where do I meet my
group? You will meet the group at Cathedral Café at 9:00am
the morning of your trip. This is
in the centre of Christchurch. For a map click
here
How many people will there be on each tour and what is the common age range? We guarantee no more than
nine customers on any one trip. By keeping the numbers down we are able to offer
exceptional customer service that characterizes an Adventure Junkies holiday.
Our commitment to responsible and ecologically sound tourism is further reason
why we have guaranteed to keep our group numbers to single figures. The
age of our clients varies from 20's through to 50's. We have found our
typical customer is in their mid to late 30's and wants to fit as many
adventure activites as possible into an amazing 10 day adventure experience.
What
will the accommodation be like? High quality, luxury accommodation with modern
furnishings will be provided and with en-suites where available. Exceptions to
this will be where the accommodation has been chosen for it's historical value.
Single travellers will be twinned with same sex travellers for the advertised
price unless paying the single surcharge. For an example of the sort of
accommodation you can expect on one of our holidays please visit: www.clearbrook.co.nz
What
does the single surcharge give me? The single surcharge will guarantee
a solo traveller an individual room of the same quality of the doubles and twins
that are offered to the rest of the tour.
Is the single surcharge compulsory for individual travellers? The single
surcharge is not compulsory, if not requested we will twin you up with another
member of the same sex on the tour.
Do
you make provisions for special dietary needs? We can make provisions
for any special dietary needs. Once you make a booking please provide details
on the booking form of any special diet or other requirements you might have.
This is your holiday and we will do all we can to cater to your needs. We are
familiar with some common dietary requirements. Examples that we can work around
include: vegan (no meat or animal products); vegetarian (no meat products); pescatarian
(vegetarian, but eat fish); no red meat (eat chicken & fish); gluten intolerant
(no wheat, bye, barley or oats); lactose intolerant (no dairy products). Please
be aware that you will still need to notify us of such dietary requirements.
How much free time will I have? If you're on the NZ Adrenalin tour you
will have a limited amount of free time during the day. The itinerary is designed
to be a non-stop adventure holiday. But don't worry there'll be plenty of time
for photos, a laugh and of course the evenings are free to unwind or check out
the night spots in some of the more built up locations. NZ Adventure has been
designed as a more freedom option, so there will be more free time to explore,
relax and of course pick and choose activities you want to do along the way.
Will I have access to the Internet during the trip? You will have access
to the Internet at every night along the trip except for the first night when
we are a staying at a high country station and the last night of the trip where
you will be camping in the remote Fiordland National Park.
How can my friends
and family contact me in case of an emergency? Our team will be available
to take any communications while you are on our trips, whether it's over the phone
or by email. Our tour leader will at all times be available for contact from the
base for any important messages that your friends or family might want to pass
onto you.
What is the size and population of New Zealand? New Zealand has a population
of four million people. Roughly three million live in the North Island and one
million in the South Island. The combined land area is comparable to California
in the USA, Victoria in Australia, England or Japan.
What
time is it in New Zealand? New Zealand is 12 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich
Mean Time). We are the first country in the world to see in the New Year. To see
what time it is right now in New Zealand click
here
What's the currency in New Zealand and where can I change money? The currency
in New Zealand is the New Zealand dollar. Please click
here for any currency conversions you need to do. You can exchange money
at the airport, for a small fee or at any bank for no charge. Credit cards can
be used at most except for the remote location and generally have good exchange
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Will my electrical appliances work? Electricity is supplied throughout
New Zealand at 230/240 volts (50 hertz), although most hotels and motels provide
110 volt AC sockets (rated at 20 watts) for electric razors only. For all other
equipment, an adaptor / converter is necessary, you can purchase these at the
airport, and most electric stores.
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