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Welcome to First Light Travel & Absolute South Pacific - Premier Experiential Tourism specialists.
Since 2001, travellers have trusted First Light Travel to deliver itineraries that exceeded their expectations. We are your gateway to premiere New Zealand self drive and group touring experiences. Choose from one of our many ‘Tried and Tested’ itineraries or have one of our friendly Kiwi consultants design a unique holiday just for you. If you prefer we can also arrange the flexibility and privacy of travelling around New Zealand with your own personal driver guide.
Our team of travel experts recently explored the very best of what Fiji has to offer 🏝️
From cultural experiences and island escapes to sunset cruises, every experience helps us create even better recommendations for our clients!
✈️ Thinking about the South Pacific? Fiji is the perfect addition to your itinerary. Find out more: https://www.firstlighttravel.com/new-zealand-australia-south-pacific-tours
Featured activities ☀️
02/06/2026
Bula Fiji! 🇫🇯
What better way to celebrate 25 years of First Light Travel than by taking 38 of our incredible team to Fiji for a long weekend?
From poolside laughs and island adventures to sunsets and celebrations, it was the perfect chance to recognise the people who have helped build our company into what it is today. We had an amazing time and came home refreshed, inspired, and ready for the next 25 years!
A summer across Australia and New Zealand isn’t one experience, it’s many 🌊☀️
Iconic cities, world-famous coastal drives, alpine landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife encounters, all connected in one journey.
✈️ Explore the best summer itineraries across Australia and New Zealand: www.firstlighttravel.com/new-zealand-and-australia-self-drive-tours
25/05/2026
Traveller Spotlight 🌟
After years of wanting to travel to New Zealand, Christel and her husband finally set off on the trip they’d always imagined.
From kayaking beneath glow worms and exploring Hobbiton to walking on glaciers and cruising through Doubtful Sound, every part of the journey was thoughtfully planned to make exploring easy and stress-free.
“We HIGHLY recommend First Light Travel for anyone desiring to explore New Zealand with no worries.”
✈️ Ready to experience New Zealand for yourself? Enquire with us today: www.firstlighttravel.com/enquiry
Just over an hour north of Auckland, Matakana is where boutique vineyards, coastal walks, art galleries and long lunches meet laid-back luxury 🍷✨
This weekend getaway featured the incredible PurePods and Plume Matakana, two beautiful stays that make Matakana the perfect escape from the city.
✈️ Our travel designers can help weave a Matakana stay into your New Zealand itinerary for the perfect mix of city, coast and countryside. Enquire with us today: www.firstlighttravel.com/enquiry
18/05/2026
Beachside mornings, volcanic valleys, world-class wine regions, and remote fiords, this is what an endless summer across Australia and New Zealand could look like ☀️
Our 28 Day Australia & New Zealand Highlights itinerary goes beyond the expected, combining iconic destinations with unforgettable experiences across both countries. From coastal cities to hidden landscapes, this is the kind of journey that turns one summer into something unforgettable.
Ready to see what’s included? Explore the itinerary today: https://www.firstlighttravel.com/new-zealand-and-australia-self-drive-tours/28-day-australia-new-zealand-highlights-tour
15/05/2026
Combining Australia and New Zealand might sound complex, but with the right route, it becomes a smooth and well-paced summer experience ☀️
With short travel times and thoughtfully designed itineraries, experiencing both in one trip is easier than you might think.
✈️ See how it all comes together in our Australia and New Zealand itineraries: www.firstlighttravel.com/new-zealand-and-australia-self-drive-tours
14/05/2026
Traveller Spotlight 🌟
Five weeks, a fully customised New Zealand journey, and plenty of unforgettable moments along the way!
Working closely with our team, Ian’s itinerary was carefully tailored to match every wish, from scenic touring and spontaneous additions mid-trip, to even making sure he was in Canterbury to see the Crusaders rugby team play.
“The trip was absolutely fantastic.”
✈️ Dreaming of your own personalised New Zealand adventure? Get in touch with our travel specialists today: www.firstlighttravel.com/enquiry
Two countries, one endless summer ☀️
Think long days, iconic landscapes, and unforgettable moments across Australia and New Zealand, all in one seamless journey ✈️
👉 If this sounds like your kind of summer, now is the time to start planning. Explore our Australia and New Zealand itineraries today: https://www.firstlighttravel.com/new-zealand-and-australia-self-drive-tours
06/05/2026
Traveller Spotlight 🌟
A first-time trip to New Zealand, a self-drive itinerary, and not a single worry along the way.
For Ben and his family, from flights and accommodation to activities and routing, every detail was taken care of, allowing them to simply relax and enjoy the journey.
“Everything went according to plan, we’re so grateful for the seamless experience.”
✈️ Planning your own New Zealand adventure? We’d love to help make it just as effortless! Enquire with us today: www.firstlighttravel.com/enquiry
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