Authentic Adventures for International Students

Epic experiences made for students.
Live like a local, travel with friends, and experience the best of New Zealand with tours designed for international exchange students living and studying in New Zealand.
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New Places. New People.
Zero Boring Moments.
Live like a local, travel with friends, and experience the best of New Zealand with tours designed for international exchange students living and studying in New Zealand.
Let's Go
Explore more. Laugh more. Live more.
Live like a local, travel with friends, and experience the best of New Zealand with tours designed for international exchange students living and studying in New Zealand.
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Featured Tours

Who We Are And
Why Choose Us

Students on Tour NZ creates unforgettable adventures for international secondary school student. From fun day trips to epic multi-day journeys, we help students explore the very best of New Zealand while they’re living and studying here.

We’re not your average tour company. Our trips go beyond the usual tourist stops, giving students the chance to experience the real New Zealand, the places locals love and the moments that turn into lifelong memories. Every tour is carefully planned to be fun, safe, and anything but boring. And yes, we skip the long, dull bus rides whenever we can!

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Teacher Led Tours

All trips are led by experienced, New Zealand-registered teachers who know how to support teenagers and keep tours fun, inclusive, and well-organised.

Made For Teens

We specialise in tours for international secondary school students aged 13–18, so everything, from activities to pacing, is designed with teens in mind.

Real New Zealand Experiences

We go beyond the usual tourist spots, showing students the places locals love and creating experiences that feel authentic, exciting, and memorable.

Safe, Trusted & Approved

We follow the New Zealand Code of Practice for international students under 18, meeting the highest standards of care, safety, and compliance. Every trip also includes natural English learning opportunities, reviewed by an ESOL teacher.

Real Reviews

New Zealand Highlights

The Ultimate New Zealand Adventure Tour through the North and South Island was definitely the highlight of my stay in New Zealand. Worth the money and a really amazing experience.

- Max Knobloch
Student

Great People

If it were possible to give 6 stars, Students on Tour NZ would absolutely deserve them. Our son (15) went to South New Zealand and did a second tour to Australia. As a parent, I’ve never experienced an organization that cares so deeply about the children and their experiences as Students on Tour. Whether it was the flight arrangements, day tours, or simply the personal communication, everything was perfectly organized—full of thoughtful details and tailored with genuine knowledge of what kids enjoy.

Matt is a truly kind person, and you can tell that the kids’ personal experiences genuinely matter to him. After the South Tour, our son immediately booked another trip to Australia, which we can wholeheartedly recommend as well. It’s wonderful to see that there’s still so much passion in this business. All the best, Matt and many thanks for taking care so much.

- Tim van Dyk
Parent

Unforgettable Memories

Ich hatte eine unfassbar tolle Zeit auf dieser Tour, super nette Leute kennen gelernt und unvergessliche Erinnerungen geschaffen. Die Tour war hervorragend geplant und das Programm war eine gute Mischung aus Natur, Action und Freizeit! Die Betreuer waren super herzlich und entspannt. Ich habe mich immer gehört und willkommen gefühlt!

Ich kanns euch nur weiter empfehlen!

- Jula Gross
Student

Fun Times

Our homestay student booked this tour over the T3 school holidays and came back saying she had a brilliant time. From the photos I saw; the accommodation, food and experiences looked superb and I would recommend this tour to our homestay students in the future.

- Stephanie Morison
Homestay

Exceptional

This trip to the South Island was exceptional. My daughter enjoyed every second of it.

Very good communication from the beginning with the agency and tour organisers. The accommodation was first-class and the food delicious. Everyone received individual attention, and the schedule was adhered too.

The nature of New Zealand is enchanting. The students also got to know the Maori culture, made new friendships and experienced unforgettable moments such as whale and dolphin watching, bungee jumping or bungee swing, travelling through the Milford Sound landscape where the saw seals, dolphins, waterfalls etc.

An incredible experience and memories for a lifetime.

Thanks again Matt and Tracy.

- Szilvia Takacs
Parent

Outstanding Experience

This was Frida’s second experience with Students on Tour NZ, and once again it exceeded all expectations. The tour to Australia, visiting Brisbane and Sydney, was incredibly well organized, with a fantastic atmosphere and flawless planning throughout. Every detail was handled with care, making it a truly memorable experience. What really makes Students on Tour NZ stand out is their people. When Frida missed her return flight connection, Matthew went above and beyond to support her, staying on top of everything and ensuring she reached her final destination safely. That level of dedication and kindness is rare. An outstanding experience — highly, highly recommended!

- Mouna M
Parent

The Tiaki
Promise

We proudly uphold the Tiaki Promise, a commitment to respecting and caring for New Zealand’s land, seas, people, and visitors to help ensure that New Zealand can be enjoyed by the next generation of student explorers.

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Health and
Safety on Tour

The safety of our tours is our highest priority. Here is how we ensure safe and enjoyable experience on every tour:

All our guides are highly experienced and trained in first aid. They have also undergone comprehensive police checks and training for added peace of mind. Every tour is led by a seasoned New Zealand-registered teacher who understands the unique needs of international students.
To further enhance safety and inclusivity, all our tours are accompanied by both a male and a female guide.
We adhere to comprehensive health and safety policies that are reviewed annually to ensure they align with the latest best practice guidelines.
With a maximum number of only 20 students on any trip/tour and with experienced, trained staff we are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students under our care.

When you book a Students on Tour NZ experience, you can rest assured that your safety is in expert hands. You'll not only be well cared for but also create lifelong memories while enjoying an unforgettable journey.

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