National 'Funky Chicken' Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass
Fairy Springs, Auckland
Explore New Zealand's North and South Islands with a Funky Chicken bus pass. Enjoy the flexibility to start and end your journey anywhere you like.
Highlights
- Discover the pristine beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula
- Visit the world-famous Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach
- Explore the enchanting Karangahake Gorge and the Waitomo Caves
- Option to visit the Hobbiton movie set and Rotorua Skyline
- See Huka Falls and the geothermal reserve of Te Puia
Description
This flexible bus pass allows you to explore New Zealand’s North and South Islands at your own pace, hopping on and off as you please.
Begin your journey southeast from Auckland to the Coromandel Peninsula, known for its coastal beaches and opportunities to kayak to Cathedral Cove and visit Hot Water Beach.
Enjoy local classics like fish and chips for dinner, whether socialising with other travellers or taking time to rest for the days ahead.
Next, venture into Karangahake Gorge for hikes through scenic walkways and old mining tunnels, then head to Waitomo to explore its glow-worm caves, rich geological formations, and Māori cultural history.
Fans of cinema can visit Hobbiton Village to experience the iconic Lord of the Rings film locations.
Continue to Rotorua, featuring geothermal activity, bubbling mud pools, geysers, and hot springs. Optional activities include white water rafting, zorbing, luging at Rotorua Skyline, and exploring natural hot springs.
In the evening, attend a 3-hour cultural experience at Mitai Māori Village with traditional performances and a Māori feast.
If time allows, visit the geothermal reserve of Te Puia before travelling to Lake Taupō. Walk to Huka Falls and choose from optional activities such as sailing to Māori rock carvings or skydiving for aerial views.
Includes
- Minimum of 21 days of travel
- 2x Cook Strait ferry tickets (return journey)
- Flexible, easy travel with some seasonal limited departures (May to September)
- Local Driver Guides
- Unlimited travel within 12 months
Excludes
- Optional activities and personal expenses
Important Information
- Start and finish anywhere
- Travel with like-minded travellers
- Explore both North and South Islands
- Option to reuse your pass within 12 months
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 30 days in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, book in advance, bring comfortable walking shoes, and plan to travel outside the winter months for more frequent departures.
