South Pacific Travel Guide

The South Pacific is a marvel of natural beauty and cultural splendor with endless activities to enjoy. From paddleboarding to island hopping, visiting the Great Barrier Reef to hiking through tropical jungle, you can experience timeless romance or enjoy unforgettable adventures. Whether eager to relax in an overwater bungalow in French Polynesia or sail around a secluded bay in New Zealand, travel to Australia’s Outback or zipline through the trees of Fiji, you can find more information on what you can do, where to go, or how to plan for your best experiences using our South Pacific Travel Guide. When you are ready, speak with a local travel specialist who can help personalize your itinerary to make your dream trip a reality.

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia.  Photo courtesy of Tahiti Tourisme / Mark Fitz

12 Best Places to Visit in the South Pacific

The best places to visit in the South Pacific invite you into a world where time stretches and landscapes feel almost cinematic, yet the experiences remain...
Woman standing on the beach looking over clear water in Moorea, French Polynesai

Top 10 Things to Do in the South Pacific

Our top things to do in the South Pacific will take you from private lagoons and remote trails to architecturally striking city hotels. The region attracts...
Surfer at Bells Beach in Victoria, Australia

12 Best Beaches in Australia

Australians are known for their profound, almost spiritual connection to the coast, and this passion is reflected in the sheer abundance and staggering...
Colorful coral and fish in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Best Time to Visit Australia and New Zealand

A number of factors determine the best time to visit Australia and New Zealand. You might want to feel the warm, fine, red sand of the Red Centre sifting...
Vineyards in Marlborough, New Zealand

Top 10 Things to Do in Australia and New Zealand

The top things to do in Australia and New Zealand present endless possibilities for a personalized trip through countries that are defined by their ability...
Tahiti island at dusk

Best Time to Visit Tahiti

The best time to visit Tahiti is between May and October, the island’s dry season, when the weather is perfect for enjoying the beach and there is little...
View of the Otemanu mountain

Top 5 Things to Do in Tahiti

The French Polynesian island of Tahiti is a dream destination for beach lovers, thrill seekers, honeymooners, and families, and these top five things...
Sydney’s Harbour Bridge stretches proudly across sparkling, boat-filled waters.

Australia vs New Zealand: Where Should I Travel?

Australia and New Zealand offer natural beauty, cultural richness, and adventure opportunities that will leave you breathless. The question is, which...
Coral Reef in Fiji.

Fiji, Bora Bora, or Tahiti: Where Should I Travel?

The South Pacific hosts three tropical pearls in Fiji, Bora Bora, and Tahiti. Fiji showcases multicultural heritage and a pristine archipelago, while...
Aerial view of luxury overwater bungalows on Bora Bora island in French Polynesia.

How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip Budget in 3 Easy Steps

Knowing your budget is an essential component of any trip-planning process. Whether the sky's the limit or you have specific parameters, a customized...
Balloons over Cappadocia in Turkey.

How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip in 4 Easy Steps

Explore the world with Zicasso by working with top travel specialists who will bring your dream vacation to life. Our primary goal is to make planning,...

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Reviews of Zicasso's South Pacific Tours

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Australia Vacation Review: Great Ocean Road, Uluru, Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, 2 Weeks

Our recent trip to Australia far exceeded our expectations. Simone listened to what we wanted in our first visit to Australia and crafted an ideal itinerary. Every detail, from transfers to the outstanding guides, made for a remarkable experience. Australia has been on our bucket list for some time and it may remain there, so much more to see and do.

Thank you, Zicasso, I’m not sure we would have found Simone and our travel company without your service, and that would have been extremely unfortunate.

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Australia, New Zealand Trip Review: Sydney, Uluru, Queenstown, Mount Cook, Milford Sound, Hobbiton, Great Barrier Reef, Jet-Boat Ride, Volcano Tour, 1 Month

We have so many wonderful things to say about our trip and how Zicasso’s travel company did so well with our itinerary, all of our logistics, our tours, and handling questions during the trip. Everyone we spoke with at the travel company was wonderful.

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Australia, New Zealand Trip Review: Hiking, Scenery, 18 Nights

Zicasso’s travel specialist and her team designed a fabulous trip for us and we felt supported and cared for throughout the whole experience, from planning through completion of a most amazing trip.

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New Zealand, Australia Travel Review: Milford Track, Uluru, Sydney, Hiking, Drone Show, Wine Tasting, Opera House, 3 Weeks

Zicasso’s tour company planned a wonderful, month-long trip for four of us in New Zealand and Australia. Every detail was covered and the pacing of the trip, although rigorous, allowed for appropriate downtime when needed.

The accommodations were very nice, providing a nice mix of four- and five-star boutique hotels, as well as a luxury splurge, all within our budget. When we requested a couple of last-minute changes to our itinerary, the travel company responded quickly and efficiently. The app was a bit confusing at first, but quickly became our go-to resource and the in-app messaging service worked well after hours and on weekends. Looking back, we wouldn't change a thing. It was all wonderful!

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Australia Tour Review: Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Blue Mountains, Wine Tasting, Food Tour, 20 Days

Zicasso’s travel specialist is marvelous. From our introductory FaceTime chat, I knew he was the right person to plan our Australian adventure. I shared a general timeline and a few preferences—personalized travel, small-group tours, and a focus on scenery, food, and local experiences. I even casually mentioned that, since I pack light, laundry options every 7 to 10 days would be a bonus.

Wow—did the travel specialist deliver.

Private city tours in Sydney, Adelaide, and Melbourne. A Blue Mountains excursion with a local resident. Wine tastings, a foodie walking tour in Melbourne, and fabulous centrally located hotels that made exploring on foot effortless. The Ghan train journey was an unforgettable highlight.

And yes—lodgings with on-site laundry right on cue around day 10 and day 20. Not bad for a “casual” request!

This trip was truly amazing and the travel specialist was an absolute pleasure to work with. Always responsive, thoughtful, and attentive, he made what could have been complex planning feel completely effortless—and perfectly tailored to my travel style.

Rave reviews all around.

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New Zealand, Australia Vacation Review: Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Routeburn Track, Mount Cook, Hiking, 1 Month

Zicasso’s travel agent put together all the points of interest and activities that I asked for, and added some spots that I missed, into one logical itinerary that was easy enough and a pleasure to follow.

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