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Experience Your Best New Zealand Vacation

New Zealand’s awesome landscapes, lush forests, amazing wildlife and pleasant climate make it a haven for many outdoor activities, and a great place to unwind. New Zealand society is diverse, sophisticated, and multicultural, and the honesty, friendliness, and openness of Kiwis will impress you. And the great advantage of New Zealand is that all of its diverse physical, cultural, and artistic landscapes are so close to each other!

New Zealand history and culture

While New Zealand is a relatively young country, with a rich and fascinating history, reflecting both the Maori and European heritage. Amazing Maori historic sites and taonga (treasures), some dating back almost a thousand years, are a contrast to many beautiful colonial buildings. A walk around any New Zealand city today shows what a culturally diverse and fascinating country it has become.

New Zealanders have a unique and dynamic culture, with European, Maori, Pacific and Asian influences. It’s a culture that celebrates the many different lifestyles they live, and the stories they have to tell.

New Zealand’s indigenous Maori people have a unique and fascinating language and culture, which plays a major role in New Zealand life. Though a diverse and multicultural people, there are many qualities, including friendliness, individuality, invention and self-reliance that you’ll find in most New Zealanders. It’s their national character!

Travel tips

Key Facts :

New Zealand's spectacularly beautiful landscape includes vast mountain chains, steaming volcanoes, sweeping coastlines, deeply indented fiords and lush rainforests.

Comparable in size and/or shape to Great Britain, Colorado or Japan, New Zealand has a population of only 4 million - making it one of the world's least crowded countries. It is a haven for those seeking peace, rejuvenation and relaxation as well as a playground for thrill seekers and adventurers. A temperate climate with relatively small seasonal variation makes it an ideal year-round holiday destination.

English is the common and everyday language of New Zealand. New Zealand is a multi-cultural society and you may hear many other languages spoken, including Maori, which is also an official language of New Zealand.

New Zealand has four distinct seasons. The north of New Zealand is subtropical and the south temperate. The warmest months are December, January and February, and the coldest June, July and August.

In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20-30°C and in winter between 10-15°C. While these temperatures are the norm, the weather in New Zealand can change unexpectedly as cold fronts or tropical cyclones quickly blow in. Because of this, you should be prepared for sudden changes in weather and temperature, particularly if you’re going hiking or doing other outdoor activities.

New Zealand's unit of currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZ$). Coins have values of 10, 20 and 50 cents, $1 and $2; notes have values of $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100. And the good news is that you get more for your US dollar - for $1 USD you'll get around $1.40 NZD!

There is no restriction on the amount of foreign currency that can be brought in or taken out of New Zealand. However, every person who carries more than NZ$10,000 in cash in or out of New Zealand is required to complete a Border Cash Report.

Insider tips for New Zealand travel

Motel Bar, a New York-styled 50's Jazz club located in the heart of Wellington, offers delicious cocktails amidst chic ambiance.

Southlander Bottom Bus

The Southlander Bottom Bus takes travelers to the bottom of South Island, visiting the world's most southerly city.

Food enthusiasts should try the Tuesday test kitchen at SidArt located in Auckland, where chefs continue to expand an already experimental menu.

Minus 5 Ice Bar

Everything is made from ice at the Minus 5 Ice Bar in Queenstown, the perfect family spot.

Auckland heritage walks provide an insight into the hidden past of this vibrant and colorful city.

Things to do in New Zealand

Diveworks dolphin and seal encounters.

Diveworks Dolphin and Seal Encounters allow travelers the opportunity to swim with these incredible creatures.

Flying Fox Helihike

Flying Fox Helihike tours lift travelers to the remote upper glacier, allowing them firsthand glimpses at Fox Glacier’s changing face.

Glacier Explorer

Visitors aboard a Glacier Explorer along Tasman Glacier Terminal Lake can reach out and touch the icebergs as they pass.

Glowworm Caves of Waitomo

The world-renowned Glowworm Caves of Waitomo offer spectacular guided tours of the caves, the luminescent worms’ habitat.

Hot Water Beach

Visitors to the Hot Water Beach near Tairua can dig their own spa pool when hot water bubbles up through the sand.

International Antarctic Center

The International Antarctic Center allows visitors firsthand encounters with the continent’s conditions and exotic wildlife.

Kawarau Bridge

Bungee jump at Kawarau Bridge, the birthplace of the extreme sport.

Queenstown Resort

Skiing the 4 resorts of Queenstown provides visitors a variety of courses, as well as spectacular views of inimitable mountain scenery.

Shotever River

A jet boat ride on the Shotover River will get a visitor’s adrenaline pumping, featuring several 360-degree spins as well as high-speed canyon runs.

Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley

The Whakarewarewa Thermal valley features 65 geysers and 500 pools best explored with a guided tour.

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Hotel DeBrett

Hotel DeBrett

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Ohtel Auckland

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Castaways Resort

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2018

Parkside Hotel & Apartments Auckland

Parkside Hotel & Apartments Auckland

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2023

Top rated hotels for your New Zealand vacation package

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Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Naumi Auckland Airport

Naumi Auckland Airport

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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Orbit World Travel is New Zealand’s leading travel management business serving customers predominantly in New Zealand and Australia. Orbit was founded back in 2001 when House of Travel identified the growing market segment of corporate travel which showed great potential in addition to its existing businesses. As a result of this opportunity, a number of existing locations were rebranded as Orbit Travel and focused almost exclusively on the corporate travel market.

Over the years Orbit has grown significantly. It has focussed on customer acquisition, retention and innovative technology. In 2013 Orbit saw the opportunity to expand into Australia and House of Travel invested in World Travel Professionals, a leading Australian independent TMC. In 2015 Orbit Corporate Travel rebranded to Orbit World Travel and in 2016 World Travel followed suit and rebranded to Orbit World Travel.

Today, Orbit World Travel provides travel management services to customers across all market segments including Government, Financial services, Education, Agriculture, Retail and Manufacturing. Orbit is also a significant provider of Travel Management Services to the Government as part of the AOG panel. It has been providing these services since 2012.

The business is driven by a culture that values its customers, the people working in the business, and a positive role in the community. Orbit World Travel is now the largest corporate travel company in New Zealand. Its success is testament to the strong business model, branding, and service differentiation that underpins all House of Travel businesses. In New Zealand, the Orbit World Travel Group operates with six different businesses and across nine locations.

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New Zealand Working Holiday & Student Insurance: FULL Guide 🩹 [2024]

How to pick the best insurance for a working holiday or studying new zealand.

The nitty-gritty of planning a trip to New Zealand starts here. Choosing the best medical, health and travel insurance for New Zealand can quickly become a nightmare and result in a decision made too quickly. You do not want to end up with a cover way too expensive or lacking the very basics that you will need for a working holiday or as an international student in New Zealand.

We have worked on a series of articles for you to understand the travel insurance world and make the best decision for you to get the right cover for your trip, such as the   14 Questions to Ask Before Buying Medical Travel Insurance . The article below, however, focuses on the basics of choosing a cover and what to look for when comparing your different options for working holiday and international student insurance for New Zealand.

What’s the Best Working Holiday and International Student Insurance for New Zealand?

Want to just skip to the good stuff? Scroll down to the “ What’s the Best Insurance for New Zealand? ” section toward the end of this insurance guide to get this question answered.

Why Do You Need Insurance for a Working Holiday or Studying in New Zealand?

First up, if you are on a Working Holiday Visa or a Student Visa in New Zealand, it is mandatory for you to have comprehensive health insurance for the length of your stay. This is one of the conditions of your visa, according to Immigration New Zealand . Make sure that you have your insurance policy certificate with you when entering the country and your proof of cover. You will also need proof of insurance when enrolling as an international student at a New Zealand university.

If you are only visiting New Zealand on a Visitor Visa , it is not mandatory to have health and travel insurance. If you’re still interested in picking something out, check out our guide, How to Choose Travel Insurance for New Zealand .

What to Look for When Choosing Working Holiday or International Student Insurance for New Zealand…

The cover length of new zealand travel health and travel insurance.

The first thing you need to consider when choosing working holiday insurance or international student insurance for New Zealand is how long the cover lasts, especially considering you could be in New Zealand for a few months to even a few years!

How Long to Get Insurance for a Working Holiday?

There are multiple schools of thought on the choice of cover length. If you have a Working Holiday Visa and have to get a cover for the length of your stay most people choose to go for a six months cover and renew it halfway through the year. This gives them more flexibility in case their trip runs short. On the other hand, this costs much more as two six-month plans are, on average, 30-40% more expensive than a 12-month plan, so bear that in mind.

How Long to Get Insurance for an International Student?

The length of your insurance cover for international students is usually a long more clear-cut. You can just select the length of your policy depending on when the term begins and ends (with a couple of weeks on either end to allow for settling in New Zealand, for example, see below). Or if you’re staying for the whole program, whether it’s a year, three years or five years, you can get cover for the first six months and see if you want to renew later. On the other hand, this costs much more as two six-month plans are, on average, 30-40% more expensive than a 12-month plan, so bear that in mind.

When to Start Your Cover

Then, there is also the matter of your cover start date. This determines the very day when your cover starts applying. If your cover includes transit to your destination then you will want the cover to start on the day you are planning to leave your home country. If it does not include transit, then get it to start on the day you are landing in New Zealand. The same rule applies to the cover end date.

What’s Included in the Travel Insurance?

This is the very point where things become complicated. Every single insurance company and every insurance plan will have widely different offers. It is important that you carefully check out all the inclusions in an insurance plan and consider what is useful and what is not. Many insurance companies like to throw huge numbers at you like, “Evacuation cover up to 1 million dollars”, which is pure bogus. A plane ticket out of New Zealand even on a medical seat costs nowhere near that much. Don’t get scammed paying for things that you don’t need.

What to Look for in Your New Zealand Working Holiday or International Student Insurance are:

  • Medical care
  • Medical evacuation
  • Baggage/personal items (property)
  • Loss of deposits (including tuition fees for students)
  • Disrupted travel and transit .

Those are the items that you have the most chance of needing when travelling to, in and from New Zealand.

Bonus Tip : Covering possessions like your cell phone and laptop as an add-on to your travel insurance tends to be much cheaper than covering these items with separate insurance. By the way, be sure to check  Will Your Phone Work in New Zealand? and  How to Choose the Best Laptop for Backpacking .

What’s Excluded From Travel Insurance for New Zealand?

This category is even more important than the inclusions of a plan. It will tell you what items are not covered and what would make an item not covered.

Take Note of the Insurance Excess

Exclusions also indicate when the insurance usually kicks in, also known as your “excess”. For example, many insurance companies will only pay for a claim after the first NZ$1,000 has been paid or on top of New Zealand’s universal cover, the ACC (find out what ACC is in What is ACC and Employee Accident Cover? ). If you are considering an insurance company with a very high excess that you believe you wouldn’t be able to afford to pay should something go wrong, then it’s best to go with another company.

Sports Exclusions

Most insurance plans will not include adventure sports, such as skydiving, white water rafting or anything in between. However, it is important for you to know that almost every single operator in New Zealand has insurance of their own that will cover you while on a tour with them. So those items are not as important as it seems at first glance.

What Can You Add to Your New Zealand Travel Insurance?

Virtually every insurance company will offer you to add additional cover from a few personal items, such as your laptop or camera, to specific situations like sailing. This is a great way to personalise your cover plan to your very needs, so it is always worth asking. Asking about these extra services also helps you test the customer service level of an insurance provider. We strongly suggest you get in contact with an insurer prior to subscribing to one of their plans, so to help you know if they will be helpful or not when you really need them.

It is also very important for you to know what you are looking for before shopping for insurance. This will shape your discussion with your insurer and make sure that you get what you want. Sometimes a simple basic plan with a small add-on specific to you is all you need. This simple tip can save you hundreds!

Not sure of what to ask? Check out these  14 Questions to Ask Before Buying Medical Travel Insurance .

Where is the Insurance Company Based?

Where are the insurance company that you are comparing based? Having a health insurance company based in New Zealand is likely to be a lot more helpful in desperate situations than back in your home country. If an insurance company is based in New Zealand, you know they are more specialised in dealing with emergencies that may occur in New Zealand, as well as the customs when it comes to medical situations.

Then again, if you have been using an insurance company from your home country for a long time and they have provided excellent service in the past, then you may feel safer going with what you know. But, for most international students and working holidaymakers in New Zealand, dealing with insurance companies for a long-term trip is often a new experience, so picking a company based in New Zealand is a great place to start.

What’s the Best Insurance for New Zealand?

Due to many of the reasons we have covered above and because we like to support local businesses, we recommend you check out Orbit Protect . They offer insurance plans specially designed for working holidaymakers and international students and are some of the most affordable on the market.

The Best Working Holiday Insurance for New Zealand

Working holiday insurance for New Zealand that we have used and can vouch for, Orbit Protect ‘s Working Holiday Insurance is a good go-to for making sure you’re covered for the whole time you’re in New Zealand, as well as for up to 31 days if you’re travelling in the South-West Pacific to places like Australia , Fiji and New Caledonia .

Their working holiday insurance covers medical care, medical evacuation, loss of deposits with optional baggage cover, as well as cover for working in the most common jobs found in New Zealand.

The Best International Student Insurance for New Zealand

International student insurance that’s much more affordable than many of the New Zealand universities’ recommended choices, Orbit Protect ‘s International Student Insurance is a good go-to for your time in New Zealand. Their international student insurance has two cover choices: a fully comprehensive insurance covering medical care, medical evacuation, loss of deposits (including tuition fees) and property or a cheaper insurance policy excluding property cover.

Orbit Protect also has insurance plans, specially designed for seasonal workers and visitors (just in case your parents come to visit), so go and check them out at orbitprotect.com .

More About Working Holiday and International Student Insurance for New Zealand

And if you need more information about insurance and staying healthy during your working holiday or studies in New Zealand, we’ve got a lot of great easy-to-read articles to help you shop around and find the best fit for your trip. Check out:

  • How to Choose Travel Insurance for New Zealand
  • How to Pay for Healthcare Services in New Zealand
  • Things to Know Before Seeing a Doctor in New Zealand

For more pre-travel tips for a trip to New Zealand, make sure to read our Health Tips for Travelling to New Zealand .

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of NZ Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before calling New Zealand home. He has now spent over a decade in the New Zealand tourism industry, clocking in more than 600 activities across the country. He is passionate about sharing those experiences and advice on NZ Pocket Guide and its YouTube channel. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides.

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New Zealand - Road Trip

New Zealand will inspire you; it is the land of volcanoes, geysers, raging rivers, hobbits and wine. Countless opportunities and activities lie ahead of you. From skiing to river rafting, hiking or cycling, and for the more laid-back traveller, wine tasting. New Zealand, with its rich culture and breathtaking nature, offers something for everyone. Hire a car and explore this magical island at your own pace.

Road trip from Auckland to Hamilton

Auckland - the starting point.

Start your road trip in Auckland . Auckland is known for its iconic Sky Tower and volcanic Mt. Eden. Don't forget to check out Auckland Museum, Auckland Art Gallery and the Wallace Arts Center. 

Coromandel Peninsula 

Now we're off to the Coromandel Peninsula. Coromandel feels like a whole new world. Captivating white sand beaches and atmospheric rainforests are sure to beguile you. Hot Water Beach is one of Coromandel's most dramatic locations and a place for alternative lifestyles. 

The Bay of Plenty

This is New Zealand's most popular summer holiday destination. The Bay of Plenty is indeed fertile. There are acres of kiwis, citrus fruits, avocados and vineyards here. It's a surfer's paradise, a perfect place to see or swim with dolphins, and home to New Zealand's only active marine volcano. Definitely a must-see. 

Welcome to the world of fairy tales. The village of Hobbits is nothing short of amazing. You simply must experience the magic of Hobbiton and indulge in this movie set tour. In the rolling green hills, you can feast, see all Hobbit Holes or even get married. 

Hobbiton in New Zealand

The beautiful scenery of Rotorua will take your breath away. Literally. The air is full of steam coming from craters, here you can admire volcanic geysers, lakes and mud pools at every turn. Warm-up is one of the many mineral pools or dines in their spectacular Stratosfare Restaurant. The choice is yours.

The charismatic city of Napier has so much to offer, it's hard to decide which attractions should be on your must-see list. The architecture is amazing, with low-rise and art deco style. Check out the Daily Telegraph building, National Aquarium of New Zealand and Napier Urban Farmers Market. It is also one of the best places to explore wineries. 

Wellington 

This is the coolest little capital city in the world and a mecca for hipsters. It's overflowing with museums, galleries and bars. If you're really into history, you must visit the Te Papa museum. If you want a taste of local cuisine, visit Ortega Fish Restaurant at Majoribanks Street. Their food is to die for. 

Your next stop on your road trip should be Waitomo. Beneath the hills of Waitomo lies a magical maze of caves and underground rivers. Visit Waitomo Gloworm Caves, to discover the magic of echoing waterfalls, soaring underground caverns and a starry ceiling of glowworms.

Waitomo in New Zealand

End your road trip adventure in Hamilton. Take a stroll through Hamilton's gardens, grab a cup of coffee at The River Kitchen or come face-to-face with exotic animals at Hamilton Zoo. Wine, dine or dance the night away. The choices are many.

Find out more about New Zealand, the land of the unknown . 

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360° Dining

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Soaring high above Auckland you'll discover Orbit, a truly iconic New Zealand brasserie offering diners sensational views - and food to match. Situated at the top of Auckland’s Sky Tower, the dining room rotates once every hour, providing a truly unique experience with amazing 360-degree panoramas of the city, the Hauraki Gulf and beyond.

Orbit offers a modern set-menu dining experience in a relaxed, open atmosphere with a delicious kiwi-inspired menu that features the best local and seasonal produce. As New Zealand’s only rotating restaurant offering 360-degree views, it’s an unforgettable experience that never ceases to delight.

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Virtual tour, super saver parking, join our team, skycity egift vouchers, stay savvy with delicious updates at skycity, friday (between december & march), saturday, & sunday, 11.30am-3pm.

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Daily, 5pm-11pm

  • Autumn Menu from March 12-Mid-July – 3-course Monday-Thursday $109pp / Friday-Sunday $119pp View

Available Daily for guests aged 12 or under

  • Kids Menu View
  • Beverage Menu View

When booking, please include the number of adults and children in your group to ensure sufficient seating is provided. We do not take requests for window seats nor do we guarantee window seating will be available. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Bookings are essential.

A maximum dining time of two hours applies for all reservations.

Orbit 360° Dining

Level 52, Sky Tower Corner of Federal and Victoria Streets Auckland

Phone: (09) 363 6000, book online , or email [email protected]

Opening Hours

Lunch Friday to Sunday, 11.30am-3pm

Dinner Monday to Sunday, 5pm-11pm

Trip Advisor

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Do you have a cancellation policy?

We ask that any cancellation to your reservation be made no less than 24 hours prior. For no shows or late cancellations, you will be subject to a fee of $50 per person that will be applied to the credit card on file. Cake orders which have been prepaid for will not be refunded if cancelled no less than 24 hours prior.

Does the booking include free parking?

SkyCity does not offer free parking when you dine. We offer discounted parking rates at $8 for the first hour and $4 for every hour after, if you spend a minimum of $40 at any of the outlets. You will be required to get your parking ticket validated from the restaurant reception in order to get the discounted rates. You can find out more about our parking options here .

What are your casual parking rates?

The casual rate for parking is $8 for 0-30 minutes, $16 for the first hour and $8 every hour after. The maximum parking charge per day (up to 24 hours) is $48.

Is valet parking available when I dine?

Valet parking is available at SkyCity Hotel and The Grand Hotel on the day of dining for $60 as per hotel charges. For alternative car parking options please click here .

Can we use our Premier Rewards for parking?

Yes, if you have sufficient Premier Points or a car parking credit accrued on your card. Your Premier Rewards card can be swiped at the parking machines to exit.

Please note, some car parking credits are required to be activated at a Premier Rewards Kiosk before redemption.

Do you have a credit card surcharge?

Yes, a credit card and contactless payment surcharge of 1.8% will apply.

The surcharge is set at a level which assist us to recover some of the merchant fee costs charged to us by banks and credit card companies. Payments using cash or debit cards (contactless is chargeable) are not affected. If you have any questions about the surcharge, please talk directly with the Duty Manager. We appreciate your understanding.

Can we bring a cake with us? - Orbit

Orbit 360° Restaurant does allow guests to bring their own cakes provided; The cake marks a significant occasion (birthdays, anniversary), guests cannot bring a cake to the restaurant as a replacement for an Orbit menu dessert.

The person bringing the cake is also the person making the booking (and has provided Orbit 360 with their full contact details.) A waiver form will be required to be signed upon entry. This person also knows/understands; the ingredients and food allergens in the cake, the shelf life and storage requirements of the cake, that Orbit cannot store outside cakes in the fridge or freezer (ice creams not recommended as Orbit cannot store them), and that cakes stored at ambient temperature will need to be consumed within 2 hours. A $30.00 cakeage fee applies for all outside cakes brought into Orbit, this fee will be added to the table bill prior to payment. Orbit 360 Restaurant environment does contain food allergens and traces of food allergens which may potentially contaminate plates and utensils used when serving the cake.

Is your meat Halal?

While most of our meat suppliers are Halal certified, all meat preparation is completed in a SkyCity central kitchen so we cannot guarantee that meat is Halal.

If a group has a person celebrating a birthday, does the birthday person eat for free?

No, unfortunately not.

Are you open on public holidays?

Yes, we are open on public holidays and will be adding a 15% surcharge on to your bill. Thanks for your understanding. Applicable holidays include New Year's Day, 2nd January, Auckland Anniversary, Waitangi Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Anzac Day, Queen's Birthday, Matariki, Labour Day, Christmas Day, Boxing Day.

Please note some service times may be unavailable on specific days. Check our opening hours for any affected service times.

Is access to the Sky Tower observation level included as part of my reservation?

No, access to the Sky Tower observation level is not included as part of your reservation. An additional $10 per person surcharge will apply for additional Tower access. Please contact our team to arrange.

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Apply online, please complete the form below in english, step 1 – applicant details, family name *, first or given name *, date of birth *, country of origin *, phone number *, email address *, confirm email address *, agent email address (optional), type of visa *, are you new orbitprotect policy holder *, how did you hear about us *, step 2 – other applicant details.

Fill in the details of other applicants included in this application.

Family Name

First or given name, date of birth, number of dependants to include in this policy, dependant 1, dependant 2, dependant 3, dependant 4, dependant 5, dependant 6, step 3 – cover options, make a selection below, prime family.

Medical care + medical evacuation + loss of deposits + property (NZ$2,500 per item, pairs or sets of items and max total value of NZ$10,000).

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Medical care + medical evacuation + loss of deposits

Prime Individual

Lite individual.

Not sure which option you want? The Experience NZ Brochure explains the difference between Lite and Prime.

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Check this box if you want to specify items to be insured..

You have indicated you would like to specify items to be insured, our customer service officers will contact you to discuss with you the item(s) you can insure. Please note, additional premiums apply for this special cover.

Experience NZ Prime AUTOMATICALLY covers property up to NZ$10,000. Experience NZ Lite does not provide automatic property cover. Alternatively, you can choose to specify the items you want to insure.

Additional Options

Manual work cover for dairy farming, building and related trades cover.

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Add 20% of the individual Experience NZ Lite premium to the cover period.

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Do you have any pre-existing medical conditions.

Pre-existing medical condition means any of the following:

  • a physical defect, medical condition or disease for which treatment (including medication) or professional advice of any kind (from a medical adviser or other adviser) has been received or prescribed in the six months before the policy starts, and/or
  • an ongoing medical condition or disability that exists when the policy starts.

In respect to you only, any medical condition, disease or disability not otherwise excluded that we would consider to be a pre-existing medical condition that developed during the currency of a previous OrbitProtect Prime or Lite policy is automatically insured under this policy provided there is unbroken OrbitProtect coverage from the date the condition, disease or disability developed.

Declaration confirmed

I agree to be bound by the OrbitProtect Experience NZ insurance Policy Wording (Lite or Prime as selected) and the Terms of Sale .

Step 3a – Medical conditions: Additional information

1. are you currently suffering from a medical condition, illness or injury, 2. have you been admitted to hospital in the past 12 months, 3. are you currently taking any medication, 4. have you ever received treatment for any type of:, heart ailment, circulatory conditions, back or spinal problems, please describe your medical condition:, what medication or treatment has been prescribed to treat your medical condition, what is your doctor's name, what date did you last visit your doctor, what is your doctor's address.

Please note: There is a non-refundable one-off fee of $45.00 NZD for the assessment irrespective of the outcome.

Your application for Experience NZ Insurance

Policy summary, total premium, country of origin, medical conditions warning, medical conditions assessment fee.

Your pre-exisiting medical conditions are not automatically covered under the Policy. Your application will be referred to our OrbitProtect team for assessment. Our Customer Service Officer will contact you. You will be notified in writing of the outcome of the assessment.

Underwriting Review

You are currently under underwriting review. Your application will be referred to our OrbitProtect team. Our Customer Service Officer will contact you. You will be notified in writing of the outcome of the assessment.

Please note that you are not insured until the premium has been paid in full.

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Offline Payment Warning

In order to make payment into our bank account in New Zealand:

  • You MUST have a New Zealand bank account if you are making payment through the internet.
  • You MUST be able to go to a Westpac Bank in New Zealand to deposit cash in to our bank account.

Offline Payment

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Competitive group fares:.

As the largest travel management company in New Zealand, we can leverage our buying power to maximise your savings. Your group may be eligible for discounted rates for airfares, hotel bookings and more.

Supplier sourcing:

Need to charter transport or arrange accommodation? You can save time and money by letting us source and transact with suppliers.

Duty of care:

Our duty of care programme includes 24/7 after hours support, security updates, risk advice, robotic incident detection and alert notifications. We pull out all the stops to keep travellers safe.

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