NZ Intro South Island

Yes. You will have both a western group leader alongside local guides, who all speak English.

Yes.

You will have a dedicated group leader with you throughout the entire tour.

No tipping is required, it's all included in the tour price.

No. 18+ year olds only.

18

We will contact you with reasonable notice and offer alternative groups or dates. Or potentially operate the tour if no other good option is available for you.

Yes.

No. Any entry visa costs are to be paid yourself.

Yes. All activities are included, however you will have some free time to explore other places.

Yes. Just let us know at time of booking, and we will pre-book any pre or post nights accommodation at our properties. You can pay for these extras nights on arrival.

No. However we recommend packing relatively light as we do move around a bit. We suggest anywhere from 10-20 kgs as a good amount.

Our trips are aimed at those aged 18 to 40’s. The majority of people that do our trips are aged 18 to 39, but we regularly have people in their 40's and occasionally 50’s travel with us who have an incredible time! As long as you have an appetite for adventure and are happy to share your experience with people of different ages and backgrounds, you’ll fit in perfectly on any trip.

Yes. All activities, fees and experiences are included in the price.

New Zealand Dollar

Low to medium fitness level.

Nice quality budget hostels.

Yes. Our groups have a mix of nationalities.

If you intend to work in New Zealand, you will need to apply for your Working Holiday Visa. For tourism purposes, you may still need a visa depending on your nationality Please contact us for more information.

There are no mandatory vaccinations for this tour. However, a Covid vaccine may be needed to travel freely enough to participate in the tour.

We operate our own socially conscious initiative called Small Change that aims to protect the environment, promote cultural exchange, support local communities and protect animal welfare. We use money a portion of the money you pay for the tour to achieve or goals. We also plant 10 trees for every booking we receive.

An emailed 'Before you Go' Info pack along with access to the INTRO Travel App, which contains all the destination and tour information you'll need.

Our trips are aimed at those aged 18 to 40’s. The majority of people that do our trips are aged 18 to 39, but we regularly have people in their 40's and occasionally 50’s travel with us who have an incredible time! As long as you have an appetite for adventure and are happy to share your experience with people of different ages and backgrounds, you’ll fit in perfectly on any trip.

A variety of like-minded travellers from all over the world aged 18 - 40's

Yes. We pride ourselves on our high standard of accommodation.

At INTRO we want all group members to feel safe and comfortable whilst travelling with us. As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the use of facial coverings, hand sanitisers, enhanced cleaning and disinfecting processes, as well as social distancing measures will be practised where appropriate or deemed necessary on our tours.

We offer free date changes up to 30 days before your start date. Within 30 days there may be some small fees incurred.

Since 2005

Yes. Some tours we offer a private room option upon request.