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Day 6: Transport & Exploring π
New Zealand cities are spread out. Here's how to get around β whether or not you plan to buy a car.
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Get a public transport card
Auckland: AT HOP Card. Wellington: Snapper Card. Christchurch: Metrocard. Buy at convenience stores or stations. Immigration NZ: "Transport cards offer discounts for students, seniors, children, and people with disabilities."
Docs: β Time: 15 min - 25
Learn the road rules
Immigration NZ: "Driving when you are tired can be dangerous, especially if you are not used to driving on the left." Read NZTA's "Driving in New Zealand" booklet β available in 12 languages.
Docs: β Time: 1 hour - 26
If buying a car
Immigration NZ checklist: buy from LMVD (Licensed Motor Vehicle Dealer), must have WoF (Warrant of Fitness), must be registered with NZTA. Check Trade Me Motors.
Docs: NZ driver licence or overseas licence Time: 2+ hours