New Zealand, considered one of the most austere countries of the Corona period, was opened today to vaccinated tourists and children without the need for isolation.
The flight is long, in order to be able to enjoy it, it is necessary to reserve a long vacation, but without a doubt, it is one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
To know what it takes to get there, where to hike and when, we spoke with Nitzan Englander, an expert on New Zealand and Australia who details everything you need to know before vacationing in this all-intriguing country.
Who can enter the country?
"Currently two-dose vaccinated can enter New Zealand and there is no connection to the validity of the vaccine. Children under 12 can enter with their parents as well and recovering. Quite complicated.Before the flight to New Zealand it is necessary to perform an institutional antigen test in the 24 hours before the flight or PCR test in the 48 hours before the flight.When arriving in New Zealand it is necessary to perform another antigen test and it is necessary to report, there is no need to go there for isolation, If the answer is yes, the isolation is for a week. On Thursday, it is necessary to perform a self-examination and report it as well. ".
After two years: New Zealand opens to tourists, Photo: Nitzan Englander
When is it recommended to visit New Zealand?
"The recommended season to visit New Zealand is from November to the end of April-mid-May, September and October are also considered attractive, mainly because the weather improves, there are fewer tourists and prices are more favorable. From May, the weather starts to cool, "It goes down during all seasons. Anyone who has not organized in advance, I recommend that he wait until September to visit a more pleasant period."
How long is it recommended to arrive and who is it suitable for?
New Zealand is a big country and has a lot to offer, I recommend coming for at least two or three weeks.
New Zealand is about eight times larger than Israel and has a lot to see.
The northern island is more urban with inactive volcanoes and the southern island is saturated with national parks, more nature than a city, the most touristy part is the southwestern area of the southern island which includes Queenstown, Wanaka, Fiordland National Park, Mount Aspiring National Park Mount Cook National Park and Mount Cook National Park.
New Zealand is suitable for everyone, there are routes that are also suitable for the elderly and those that are more suitable for those who are looking for challenging treks.
During the trip in New Zealand you meet quite a few amazing animals, some of which can only be seen in New Zealand, from special dolphins, whales, various birds and more.
New Zealand is a completely western country, it is always important to go to a traveling doctor to make sure everything is fine according to your medical condition.
After two years: New Zealand opens to tourists, Photo: Nitzan Englander
How to get to New Zealand and how to travel there?
There is currently no direct flight to New Zealand nor is there one on the horizon.
Roads to the country are still limited.
Later, towards the summer, there are likely to be more diverse options, at the moment the main options are via Singapore, Australia (Israeli passport needs a transit visa) and Dubai - almost all options require two stops on the way from Israel to New Zealand.
The country is also suitable for families, starting with attractions for children, caravan parks and other options.
An accepted way to travel in the country is to rent a car or van and travel on the picturesque roads.
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