New Zealand Travel Agents

Kimkim has selected the best New Zealand travel agents so you'll have a worry-free trip.
With kimkim you will connect directly to a local specialist in New Zealand who will personalize your trip to your specific tastes. Once we have a sense of who you are and what you're looking for, you'll be matched with the right local travel agent for you. Not everyone wants to get completely off the grid—but even if you want to hit the most popular sites and cities, kimkim ensures a customized experience, including lodging, guides, and transportation.
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Vicky Steinhardt

(97 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Noosa, Australia
Vicky specializes in: Tailor made travel, Family travel, Off the beaten track adventures, Unique locations, Honeymoons
Recent traveler reviews for Vicky:
"We wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for all Vicky's help and expertise in planning our trip." - by Donna, Feb 26, 2026 · see review
"Vicky did an outstanding job planning and executing our Itinerary!" - by Richard, Feb 13, 2026 · see review
"We had a terrific time in New Zealand recently and it was in large part to the arrangements that Vicky at KimKim made for us." - by Greg, Feb 11, 2026 · see review

Liz Neal

(86 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Sydney-Auckland-Los Angeles
Liz specializes in: Unique and authentic adventure in the South Pacific for singles, couples, families and small groups.
Recent traveler reviews for Liz:
"I had a great experience with KimKim and with my specific advisor, Liz." - by Edward, Oct 29, 2025 · see review
"Hi Liz, first off I would just like to say that our trip to Australia was just great." - by Christine & John, Oct 16, 2025 · see review
"Liz our trip planner did a great job of planning our trip." - by Jean, Sep 23, 2025 · see review

Paula Adams

(47 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in California and Australia
Paula specializes in: Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and French Polynesia
Recent traveler reviews for Paula:
"Paula planned our entire trip, and we followed her itinerary to the letter." - by Judith, Feb 2, 2026 · see review
"Paula was so helpful and efficient!" - by Sharon, Jan 28, 2026 · see review
"Paula did a great job customizing a trip exactly to suit our family's style of travel." - by Brian, Jan 7, 2026 · see review

Michelle Srzich

(43 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Auckland, New Zealand
Michelle specializes in: Bespoke and tailor-made self-drive itineraries, luxury travel, active adventure
Recent traveler reviews for Michelle:
"Michelle was a delight to work with." - by Greg, Feb 19, 2026 · see review
"My husband and I travel regularly and typically book our own travel, but wanted a local expert to assist with our trip to New Zealand and Michelle was fantastic." - by Gayle, Feb 1, 2026 · see review
"All in all we loved our vacation & would highly recommend working with Michelle." - by Kelli, Jan 18, 2026 · see review

Ruth Grau

(34 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Adelaide, Australia, & Palm Springs, USA
Ruth specializes in: Luxury, Adventure, Family, Couples, Singles, Unique & Authentic, LGBTQ Travel
Recent traveler reviews for Ruth:
"I connected with Kim Kim and Ruth only a mere month and a half before our scheduled trip to New Zealand." - by Karen, Nov 15, 2025 · see review
"It was an amazing trip thanks to Ruth." - by Dania, Nov 8, 2025 · see review
"Our travel specialist, Ruth, planned an amazing trip for our family of 5 (3 teenagers)." - by Elizabeth, Jul 27, 2025 · see review

Franck Lemaitre

(29 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Auckland, New Zealand
Franck specializes in: self-drive tours, luxurious accommodation, cycling, hiking, wildlife
Recent traveler reviews for Franck:
"We had an amazing trip planned for New Zealand, with the help from Franck, our tour guide." - by Maile, May 9, 2024 · see review
"Thank you Franck, of KimKim/Once in a Lifetime." - by Jodi Lynn, Apr 2, 2024 · see review
"Franck was able to plan the perfect vacation for us." - by Anna, Mar 31, 2024 · see review

Connie Campos

(27 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in South Florida and New Zealand
Connie specializes in: Bring your dream trip to life with Bespoke custom travel. I craft custom vacations to Australia and New Zealand.
Recent traveler reviews for Connie:
"Connie from KimKim helped organize an amazing trip to Australia for my family this past summer." - by Melanie, Feb 2, 2025 · see review
"Connie and Sherry were great!" - by Dennis, Oct 8, 2024 · see review
"Connie was super helpful in helping me to arrange a fairly last-minute trip to Sydney and Melbourne." - by Doug, Aug 26, 2024 · see review

Asko Merilainen

(16 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Melbourne, Australia
Asko specializes in: Custom made itineraries, unique & authentic stays, nature & wildlife, food & wine, luxury, honeymoon, self-drive, couples, singles, LGBTQ Travel
Recent traveler reviews for Asko:
"Excellent job from Asko ." - by Julia, Dec 7, 2025 · see review
"Asko was detailed in answering questions and was immediately available to assist when there was confusion at hotel check-in." - by Alma, Dec 3, 2025 · see review
"Asko was an amazing person to work with in planning our trip." - by Mary, Jun 30, 2025 · see review

Uma Natarajan

(14 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in New Zealand
Uma specializes in: Leisure Holidays, Honeymoon, Special Interest
Recent traveler reviews for Uma:
"Uma did an incredible job building our dream trip to New Zealand." - by Emma, Feb 9, 2026 · see review
"Uma was absolutely amazing and the entire reason we had the trip of our lives to New Zealand!" - by Tracy, Dec 8, 2025 · see review
"The planning and communication by my agent, Uma, was outstanding." - by Patricia, Nov 15, 2025 · see review

Denise Siviter

(6 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Denise specializes in: Culture, walks, coastlines, beaches, wine, food, wildlife, nature, adventure, ski, golf, accommodation, transport, luxury, family activites,
Recent traveler reviews for Denise:
"We had an amazing trip and Denise was very thorough and engaged throughout our trip." - by Rhonda, Feb 12, 2026 · see review
"Denise with KimKim was an amazing member of our team ." - by Rich, Feb 6, 2026 · see review
"Denise did a fantastic job of arranging everything." - by james, Feb 3, 2026 · see review

Nats Subramanian

(4 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in New Zealand
Nats specializes in: Customized New Zealand Travel Packages, Unique Experiences
Recent traveler reviews for Nats:
"We had a fantastic experience with KimKim, and Nats, our dedicated agent, truly went above and beyond." - by W, Mar 1, 2026 · see review
"We had a wonderful time and Nats did an amazing job with preparing our itinerary." - by Robert, Jan 5, 2026 · see review
"We planned our New Zealand trip with Nats and had an amazing experience." - by Mary, Jan 26, 2025 · see review
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Tammy Lindsey

(2 reviews)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Rancho Palos Verdes CA
Tammy specializes in: Couples, Families, Honeymoons, Adventure, Unique places, Experience what you see
I am a Travel Advisor for Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific Islands. Every clients is unique, so I want to get to know them in detail to create their perfect itinerary! Listening to small details, and weaving those throughout their trip, can make a good vacation become a magical one! I... read more
Tammy's Favorite Itineraries:

Michael Lynden-Bell

(1 review)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Sydney
Michael specializes in: Tailor made travel, families, special interest, unique locations, Honeymoon
Hi, I'm Michael, a seasoned travel industry professional with 28 years of experience in creating unique and personalized travel experiences. Based in Sydney, Australia, I am passionate about responsible and sustainable tourism, and believe in supporting local communities and businesses. With... read more

Noemie Botha

(1 review)
New Zealand Travel Agent based in Auckland
Noemie specializes in: Bespoke and tailor-made self-drive tours, Off the beaten track experiences, Family, Active adventure
Originally from Switzerland, I’ve been lucky to call New Zealand home since 2017. I specialize in creating bespoke self-drive tours tailored to your interests, helping you discover the best of Aotearoa at your own pace. Like many, I was captivated by New Zealand’s breathtaking landscapes and the... read more
Noemie's Favorite Itineraries:

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Trip Reviews for New Zealand

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
4.9
Based on 280 ratings

Monika planned an amazing trip for us!!!
New Zealand | Jan 28 - Feb 27, 2026

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Pamela G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Mar 02, 2026
Monika planned an amazing trip for us!!! She was able to alter the itinerary on short notice when we were invited to hike with friends in another part of New Zealand. She was super attentive to our needs and planned days and lodging which fit our particular requests. Monika was available when the weather caused us to change plans and was at the ready any time we needed her. We cannot say enough good things about Monika and the kimkim process which enabled us to have the trip of a lifetime. ... Read more

Monika planned an amazing trip for us!!! She was able to alter the itinerary on short notice when we were invited to hike with friends in another part of New Zealand. She was super attentive to our needs and planned days and lodging which fit our particular requests. Monika was available when the weather caused us to change plans and was at the ready any time we needed her. We cannot say enough good things about Monika and the kimkim process which enabled us to have the trip of a lifetime. We would highly recommend both Monika and kimkim for any future travel needs (fyi...we have used kimkim in the past always with similar happy experiences in diverse parts of the world).

Thank you Monika and kimkim. You will always be in our hearts.

Hotel Reviews
Edgewater Motel
Te Anau

This is a basic hotel with all that we needed. I would give it a 5 but some folks may disagree with me because it is not 'high-end'. We needed a room for 2 nights knowing we would use it only to sleep and do a final pack. It more than accommodated us. We had room to spread out, washer/dryer to help deal with soaked dirty clothing before packing for a 28 hour flight. It is a 10 minute or so walk from the grocery store, Subway, local movie theater (see the short documentary about the fjordlands). We were totally happy and had no complaints

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Bella Vista Motel Wanaka
Wanaka

Clean, convenient, steps from all the restaurants we wanted to try and staff was super helpful and available

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean. Nothing super glamorous spotlessly clean
Fox Glacier Lodge
Fox Glacier

For us, this was all we needed but it is in an area where everything is basic so someone looking for 'glam' would not be happy. We loved the space, the nearby washer/dryer (much needed by this time in the trip), proximity to hiking trails and wonderful drives to scenic spots.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Answered every question and were super friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room was clean, the bed a little soft but we did truly not care.
Lake Brunner Eco Lodge

Such a wonderful experience. The room was spacious, had a lovely lake view and the manager and her family added so much to the experience. This lodge is a little off the beaten path but what we were looking for and we loved chatting with other guests who added so much to our trip experience.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Some people might not want to drive off pavement but you would really be missing something.....
Staff
So so lovely to meet the extended family. Truly a memorable experience
Cleanliness & Comfort
Fable Christchurch
Christchurch

Right where you want to be to experience downtown

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Staff was so so so helpful and kind
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lake Tekapo Holiday Homes - various properties
Lake Tekapo

Easy check in, spacious home with amazing views

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Headwaters Eco Lodge - Glenorchy
Glenorchy

Such a unique experience. We hope to return again. We cannot say enough wonderful words about the Eco Lodge.....

Authenticity & Character
Wanted to give this a 10 but it is not available!!!
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
queesntown

Service and room were top notch. We needed to arrive early and they were so gracious and accommodating. Thank you to all of the staff at Millennium!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Tiny walk into town but we actually preferred the quiet and rest of being slightly away to sleep but near to do activities
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Walk the famous Milford track and cruise on Milford Sound
Walk the famous Milford track and cruise on Milford Sound
Te Anau

It was raining the day we did this BUT we learned that if it is not raining, the falls are not nearly as amazing. Our guide, Rob, was top-notch and we loved being able to walk a small part of the Milford Track and to see the Milford Sound up close.

Quality of Experience
Food
Lunch, if you choose, is bountiful and delicious....
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Te Anau Glowworm Caves
Te Anau Glowworm Caves
Te Anau

This tour is first off, something you will never see anywhere else. It is so well organized, very informative and the staff are totally engaged. We went at dusk and it was awesome!!!!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cass Valley Backcountry Tour
Cass Valley Backcountry Tour
New Zealand

What a hoot to go out with a real sheep/cow/deer rancher. Truly an authentic experience

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Basic jeep; loud noise if you sit in the back row.....
Drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy
Drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy
New Zealand

Lots of gorgeous views

Local specialist: Monika Vinsova
Monika
Monika Vinsova
Local specialist in Queenstown, New Zealand | Replied on Mar 02, 2026

Dear Pam and Lou ! Thank you so much for your kind words!

I’m truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip and that everything worked out, even with the last-minute changes. It was a pleasure planning your journey and making sure it fit your needs, and I’m so glad you were able to enjoy every moment!

Warm regards, Monika

GREAT EXPERIENCE
New Zealand | Dec 12 - Dec 16, 2025

Bob
Bob B.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Mar 02, 2026
Thank you. I cannot speak highly enough of Kathrin, KimKim, and the whole experience from booking through to completion. All the details were covered, communication was constant and professional. I would recommend KimKim to anyone that wants a customized travel itinerary, with all the details looked after. It was a true pleasure. Read more

Thank you. I cannot speak highly enough of Kathrin, KimKim, and the whole experience from booking through to completion. All the details were covered, communication was constant and professional. I would recommend KimKim to anyone that wants a customized travel itinerary, with all the details looked after. It was a true pleasure.

Hotel Reviews
Lakestone Lodge
Lake Pukaki

Our time at the Lakestone Lodge was amongst the very best highlights of our time in NZ

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms and common areas are cozy, but very comfortable.
Hulbert House
Queenstown

We'll be back. A great location, with a very helpful staff. So much better than staying in a hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Every detail was tended to flawlessly.
Activity Reviews
Christchurch Tramway Restaurant
Christchurch Tramway Restaurant
Christchurch

What a great way to see the city!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mt Cook half day Heli Hike
Mt Cook half day Heli Hike
New Zealand

This experience was life-changing. An absolute must for anyone wanted to truly experience NZ's South Island.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Kathrin Gerstel
Kathrin
Kathrin Gerstel
Local specialist in New Zealand | Replied on Mar 02, 2026

Thank you so much, Bob. Your words truly made my day. I’m delighted to hear that the planning process felt smooth and well‑supported from start to finish, and it means a lot to know that the accommodations met your expectations as well. Creating a trip that feels effortless and enjoyable for you is always my goal, and I’m grateful for your trust throughout the journey. Your recommendation is deeply appreciated, and it was a real pleasure working with you.

My wife and I went to New Zealand to celebrat...
New Zealand | Feb 2 - Feb 16, 2026

Dan
Dan U.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Mar 02, 2026
My wife and I went to New Zealand to celebrate our fortieth wedding anniversary and we had a fantastic trip! Michele was able to listen to what places and activities we were looking to experience and she was integral in helping us to accomplish those goals. The hotels were clean with friendly staff and transfers between locations went smoothly. We especially enjoyed biking through the wineries outside of Queenstown and the wine tasting trip via ferry to Waiheke Island. The overnight cruise... Read more

My wife and I went to New Zealand to celebrate our fortieth wedding anniversary and we had a fantastic trip! Michele was able to listen to what places and activities we were looking to experience and she was integral in helping us to accomplish those goals. The hotels were clean with friendly staff and transfers between locations went smoothly. We especially enjoyed biking through the wineries outside of Queenstown and the wine tasting trip via ferry to Waiheke Island. The overnight cruise in the Doubtful Sound was spectacular with great food and hospitality. Kayaking on Tasman Lake in the Mt Cook area and chipping and chewing on one -thousand year ice was sweet! I had beautiful day fly-fishing catching brown trout outside of Nelson. These were just a few of the amazing experiences we had traversing the countryside of New Zealand
We would certainly utilize Michele and KimKim's services for future trips and would highly recommend them!

Local specialist: Michelle Srzich
Michelle
Michelle Srzich
Local specialist in Auckland, New Zealand | Replied on Mar 02, 2026

Hi Dan and thanks for your 5 star review. It was a pleasure working with you to put together this trip and I'm thrilled you had a great time. I loved looking through your photos , no shortage of good food and wine there and a couple of nice fish too! All the best for your future trips with Kimkim.

Amazing New Zealand Memories
New Zealand | Feb 14 - Feb 28, 2026

W
W N.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Mar 01, 2026

We had a fantastic experience with KimKim, and Nats, our dedicated agent, truly went above and beyond. He was extremely responsive, quickly adjusted our reservations when we were running late and arranged a replacement car when needed.
Most importantly, he designed an amazing itinerary that perfectly matched our interests and made our trip unforgettable. His attention to detail, flexibility, and genuine commitment to customer service made all the difference.
We highly recommend KimKim.

Local specialist: Nats Subramanian
Nats
Nats Subramanian
Local specialist in New Zealand | Replied on Mar 01, 2026

Dear Wolfgang,

I am very happy that you all enjoyed your New Zealand vacation. Thank you for entrusting the design of the trip plan and organizing everything to me. It was a pleasure. I would love to welcome you back to New Zealand!

Warm Regards,
Nats

Michelle and KimKim were a delight to work with.
New Zealand | Feb 8 - Feb 15, 2026

Greg
Greg L.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Michelle was a delight to work with. She listened to our wants for the trip and then arranged some wonderful excursions. All of our hotel accommodations were well located and of top quality. We had one glitch in our first hotel in Queenstown, but the KimKim team was able to get it satisfactorily resolved. Read more

Michelle was a delight to work with. She listened to our wants for the trip and then arranged some wonderful excursions. All of our hotel accommodations were well located and of top quality. We had one glitch in our first hotel in Queenstown, but the KimKim team was able to get it satisfactorily resolved.

Hotel Reviews
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Queenstown

We arrived and learned that our reservation had been erroneously canceled. The staff at the hotel could not have been nicer in working with us to try to get suitable accommodations. In their facility. Plus overall the staff went out of their way to make us feel at home including the cocktails in the evening and the absolutely spectacular breakfasts. This is definitely the place to stay in Queenstown.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to town.
Staff
Absolutely great staff. Very personable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room accommodations were top notch.
Rainforest Retreat
Franz Josef Glacier

Very unique rooms literally said in a rainforest. The big draw for our room was the hot tub.

Authenticity & Character
It is special because it is in a rainforest.
Location
Reasonably close to town.
Staff
We didn’t have much interaction with the staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
We had a large two bedroom suite with hot tub. Very comfortable.
The Mayfair
Christchurch

Beautiful Hotel.

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Activity Reviews
Scenic flight and cruise  – Queenstown to Milford Sound
Scenic flight and cruise – Queenstown to Milford Sound
New Zealand

Great experience! A highlight of our trip.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Scenic Flight Twin Glaciers in a Helicopter
Scenic Flight Twin Glaciers in a Helicopter
New Zealand

Once in a lifetime experience. The glacier is spectacular. He will not get closer than you do on this trip.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Scenic cruise on Lake Mapourika
Scenic cruise on Lake Mapourika
Franz Josef Glacier

A very peaceful boat trip with a small boat of only 12 passengers. Lots of birds and interesting plants to see. You actually get very close to the shoreline. Great commentary by the guides.

Quality of Experience
The quality of the guides really added to the value of this trip.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
See above.
Transport
Glacier Region - Greymouth - Christchurch
Glacier Region - Greymouth - Christchurch
New Zealand

A very nice train ride on a beautiful train.

Local specialist: Michelle Srzich
Michelle
Michelle Srzich
Local specialist in Auckland, New Zealand | Replied on Feb 27, 2026

Hi Greg and thanks so much for your 5 star review. I am thrilled to hear you enjoyed all of the activities that I planned for you. All the best for your future travels with Kimkim!