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Niue

This tranquil island paradise is the Pacific's best-kept secret

No crowds, no rush, just island bliss

Imagine a tropical paradise where the only rush hour involves turtles cruising the crystal-clear waters. Welcome to Niue, where you'll always feel more like a local friend than a tourist. Just under four hours from Auckland, this island gem may surprise you, it’s actually four times bigger than Rarotonga!

Known affectionately as 'The Rock', Niue blends relaxation, adventure, and unbeatable natural beauty. With no foreign exchange needed (Niue uses Kiwi dollars), exploring this island couldn’t be easier. Journey along the spectacular 64km coastal road by bicycle or car, discovering hidden coves, dramatic cliffs, and pristine beaches.

Niue is one of the world’s largest raised coral atolls and is home to around 1600 hospitable residents.

Dive or snorkel amid these coral gardens renowned for their spectacular visibility, or glide through waters alongside gentle humpback whales during their annual visit. During season, it's not uncommon to see more whales than humans here!

So why not swap crowded beaches for secluded coves, bustling streets for lush island trails, and busy itineraries for laid-back days in one of the world’s safest and friendliest destinations?

Chat to one of our Pacific Island specialists to turn this dream into reality.

Flight time

3 hours and 25 minutes from Auckland to Niue, 4 hours and 17 minutes from Wellington to Niue and 4 hours and 45 minutes from Christchurch to Niue.

Best time to go

The ideal time to visit Niue is from May to October, with cooler temperatures and less rainfall, perfect for outdoor activities. This period also offers excellent whale-watching opportunities from July to October. The low season, November to April, may provide increased rainfall.

Time difference

New Zealand is 23 hours ahead of Niue.

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Niue: The Pacific's best kept secret

Niue might be small, but it’s big on heart. With just one resort and a scattering of locally owned self-catering stays, it’s the kind of place where you’ll feel part of the community from the moment you arrive.

Top snorkelling spots in the Pacific Islands

Beneath the clear aqua seas lies a snorkeller’s paradise of unbelievable underwater visibility, a stunning array of marine life, bright coral and dramatic caverns.

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I believe exploring the globe should be accessible for everyone, and I'm here to help make that happen for you. With my passion for globetrotting, I'm looking forward to collaborating to create your dream journey, and make the world your personalised adventure by crafting each destination as a chapter that resonates uniquely with you.

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