New Zealand Self Drive Tour Reviews

Our recent two week trip to New Zealand was the best vacation we have ever had! The breathtaking beauty and the genuine and friendly people of New Zealand make this destination a must on everyone's bucket list. I credit First Light Travel for making the trip logistically perfect for us.

Due to friends that had recently returned from New Zealand, we knew what cities and towns we wanted to visit on the South Island, but we had no idea how and where to book our accommodations and the activities. I went online to find a company based in New Zealand, and was very happy when I found First Light Travel. I made a call and immediately was connected to a wonderful agent named Verity. She was extraordinarily

helpful and had a complete itinerary with rooms and activities for me to approve within three short days. She promptly answered all my questions whenever I emailed her, and by departure day, I was confident that everything was in place with our transportation, rooms, car, and activities. The best thing was that virtually every step of our trip went off without a hitch.

The rooms all exceeded our expectations, the activities were so fun and scenic. Our itinerary came with travel times and very clear directions and addresses for hotels, lodges, etc. We were able to plan our drive times accordingly, and we were always able to go at a leisurely pace and stop wherever we wanted. I will recommend First Light Travel to all of our friends who are planning a New Zealand trip. We were very happy with their friendly, efficient service, and most of all the depth of their knowledge about New Zealand and everything it has to offer.

Teena Rasmussen Maui - Hawaii

The trip that First Light Travel planned was definitely the adventure of a lifetime for my niece and me. It was so reassuring to have the activities, lodging, and some dinners-reserved in advance. The summary itinerary with notes about directions and confirming phone calls made it all easy. The overnight cruise on the Doubtful Sound was definitely the top rated activity by both of us! We began to call the coupons "golden tickets". Each time we pulled one out, people responded with extra enthusiasm and said things like, "No need to stand in line, come this way." It was an unexpected bonus! I have added some places to which I look forward to returning and new activities to add to my repertoire.

Janet Gaffney - USA

Well, our wedding day was amazing - Thanks Chrissy

Alexander Harris & Kelanie Jones USA 

(Queenstown is in the background)

Dear Shelly,

We had a wonderful time. The trip was well planned, with a balance of doing and seeing, activity and relaxation. Am not sure how I found First Light Travel on the internet, but am extremely happy to recommend First Light, and particularly you, Shelley, to all who might be going to visit your wonderful country. 

Terence and Aileen Erard (USA)

Shelly,

I wanted to personally thank you for booking our vacation. You were always helpful and prompt. I loved the PDF and referred to it frequently in the months leading up to the trip and everything was perfect to help us during the trip as well. I don't know that we'll ever make it back to New Zealand, but if we do I'll be in touch. Regardless, I have and will continue to rave about First Light Travel. Hobbiton was our favorite part. Also we loved Rotorua.

Thanks

Michael Casto and Margaret Westlake (USA)

Hi Suzie

We have returned from our fantastic trip. Thank you and well done on the accommodation your found for us! Everyone was blown away with the scenery and the fantastic food we found everywhere along the trip

Thanks again for arranging such a smooth running tour.

Kind Regards

Heather Gleeson and the Dubbo Girls (Australia)

We had an awesome time in New Zealand and it is a pity to be back home again. Feeling homesick about a country that is not our 'home'.... Be sure we will be back. Thank you Judith for your care and concern. 

Jan François & Conny Wassink (Nederland & België)

Hey Guys,

We had a trip of a lifetime, loved every minute. We really appreciated you looking out for us when that bridge washed out. A lot of other travelers were really left in the lurch but you guys were onto it and we were sorted – on our merry way.

Looking forward to doing it all again.

Mitch Horn and Crew (USA)

Excellent! I told Shelley what we liked, she made an itinerary, we went back and forth for a few emails/suggestions, and then we booked...superb!

Bryan and Carolista Andersen USA