Reuthers
Aotearoa / New Zealand
Guided Photo Tour

Kia Ora and Welcome to Auckland, the City of Sails. In the evening, we invite you to a welcome drink followed by dinner. In a relaxed atmosphere, you will meet the group, and your tour leader will provide an overview of the route, photographic highlights, and the itinerary for the days ahead.

After the daily briefing, we begin our journey into the Northland region. Wide-open landscapes, coastal views, and our first in-depth photo stops - including a visit to a honey farm - accompany us along the way. Via Whangarei, we reach Paihia in the stunning Bay of Islands, one of New Zealand's most beautiful coastal areas.

In the morning, we visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the historic birthplace of New Zealand. We then continue to Taipa, where we stay overnight close to the beach - ideal for coastal and evening light photography.

Early in the morning, we depart for Cape Reinga, the northernmost point of New Zealand. The lighthouse, the meeting of the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean, and the site’s spiritual significance to the Maori make this one of the most impressive photographic locations of the journey. We then head south along the Twin Coast Discovery Highway, including a ferry crossing and - depending on opening hours - a visit to the Waipoua Kauri Forest, home to the mighty Tane Mahuta, New Zealand's largest tree. Overnight stay in Dargaville.

We visit Muriwai Beach with its impressive gannet colony - a highlight for wildlife and nature photography. In the afternoon, we return to Auckland, with the remainder of the day at leisure.

We travel along the Pacific Coast Highway through the scenic Coromandel region to Whitianga. Our accommodation is located directly at the beach, where once Captain Cook raised the British flag - perfect conditions for beach, coastal, and sunset photography.

In the morning, we reach the famous Hot Water Beach, a unique natural phenomenon. We then continue to Rotorua, where steaming earth, Geysers, and vivid colors create extraordinary photographic scenes. In the evening, we experience an authentic Maori cultural program at Te Puia, including a traditional Hangi dinner, dances, songs, and a powerful Haka, with views of the Pohutu Geyser.

Via Lake Taupo, with views of Mount Ruapehu, we travel to Napier, renowned for its unique Art Deco architecture. Overnight stay near the Marine Parade waterfront - ideal for architectural and urban photography.

A relaxed drive brings us to Wellington, New Zealand's vibrant capital. Harbor panoramas, urban scenes, and street photography offer a wide range of photographic opportunities.

After visiting the Te Papa National Museum, we cross the Cook Strait aboard the Interislander ferry to Picton. We then continue directly to Nelson, one of the sunniest regions in the country.

Today we explore Abel Tasman National Park. By water taxi, we reach a remote beach and enjoy a walk through unspoiled nature, featuring turquoise waters and golden sands.

Our route takes us along the legendary Buller Gorge Road to Cape Foulwind, then onward to the spectacular Pancake Rocks with their roaring blowholes - a highlight for dynamic landscape photography. Overnight stay in Greymouth, once an important Maori settlement.

Traveling along the wild West Coast, we reach Franz Josef, where rainforest, glaciers, and the Tasman Sea converge.
Optional: Helicopter flight with glacier landing or quad bike tour - offering extraordinary perspectives for spectacular photographs.

Via the Haast Pass and Wanaka, we arrive in Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand.
Optional: In the evening, a historic steamship cruise aboard the TSS Earnslaw, including dinner and a sheep show at Walter Peak High Country Farm.

The morning is at leisure for optional activities, walks, or focused photography excursions. In the afternoon, we travel to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park.

An absolute natural wonder: Milford Sound. During a fjord cruise, we photograph towering cliffs, waterfalls, and - with some luck - penguins, seals, dolphins, or even whales.

On the way to Dunedin, we visit the iconic Nugget Point lighthouse - one of New Zealand's most famous photographic landmarks.

We travel to Christchurch, the largest city on the South Island. The afternoon is at leisure.

The day is at leisure. Explore Cathedral Square, museums, cafés, or enjoy a romantic punt ride on the Avon River. In the evening, we invite you to our traditional farewell dinner, where we reflect together on this exceptional photography journey through New Zealand.
Optional: For guests returning with us to Auckland, three additional days follow, featuring stunning coastal roads, a ferry crossing, and overnight stays in Wellington, Taupo, and Auckland.