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 12 best places to visit in the South Pacific demonstrate the diverse beauty of the region and remarkable culture that spans millennia. From palm...
Woman standing on the beach looking over clear water in Moorea, French Polynesai

Top 10 Things to Do in the South Pacific

From tropical paradises to pristine glaciers, the top 10 things to do in the South Pacific highlight natural splendors, cultural treasures, and remarkable...
Surfer at Bells Beach in Victoria, Australia

12 Best Beaches in Australia

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Colorful coral and fish in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Best Time to Visit Australia and New Zealand

The best time to visit Australia and New Zealand is during spring and fall in the Southern Hemisphere, consisting of April to May and September to October,...
Vineyards in Marlborough, New Zealand

Top 10 Things to Do in Australia & New Zealand

Defined by their ability to offer something unique, our top 10 things to do in Australia and New Zealand demonstrate the endless possibilities you can...
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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Sandra M.
New Zealand, Fiji Tour Review: Kaikoura, Wanaka, Dart River, Whale Watching, Hiking, Boat Trip, 3 Weeks

Zicasso’s travel specialist was very knowledgeable about New Zealand and Fiji. He prepared a wonderful itinerary within our budget and the trip went off flawlessly. We had a weather glitch that required a change ASAP and he was right there to make the changes. It was one of the best trips we have had.

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Lori C.
Australia, New Zealand Tour Review: Sydney, Uluru, Christchurch, Auckland, Great Barrier Reef, Blue Mountains, Southern Alps, 1 Month

Overall, the trip was a huge success. Zicasso’s travel designer planned everything so thoughtfully and carefully. He continued to look after us the entire four weeks of our trip. Everything went smoothly and we were able to enjoy this trip of a lifetime.

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Janice O.
New Zealand Family Tour Review: Tree House, Hobbiton, Night Kayaking, Maori Experience, 2 Weeks

Zicasso's travel agent and his team helped us craft a wonderful family trip of a lifetime! The lodging, myriad activities, variety of locations, cultural education, road-trip planning, and extra suggestions were all very much appreciated and enjoyed. The landscape of New Zealand is gorgeous and the people are so warm, easygoing, and welcoming. We left with a heartfelt plan to return someday in the not-too-distant future. Thank you!!

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Gustavo C.
New Zealand Trip Review: Queenstown, E-biking, Maori Festival, 12 Nights

We had a wonderful time and we appreciate the efforts of Zicasso's travel specialists. Unfortunately, our trip was severely impacted by the weather in the south and several planned events did not happen. The support we got from the agency was very comforting and helpful while we faced uncertainty. They helped us manage as best as we could and I am grateful for their efforts and assistance. What we were able to do was worth doing and remembering, and I certainly could only say positive things about New Zealand, its inhabitants, and our agency following my experience.

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Roland C.
Australia, New Zealand Vacation Review: Tasmania, Queenstown, 16 Nights

From the first discussions about what we wanted in our trip to helping us cope with weather-related air-travel disruptions, Zicasso’s travel specialist and the travel company were marvelous. They guided us to the perfect itinerary that had us enjoying the things we really like in destinations without the giant crowds.

The tour companies and guides they selected were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. They all customized our tours on the fly to ensure we had the best tours possible. The sites and accommodations the travel specialist selected for us were some of the best we have ever experienced.

If you are thinking of a trip to Australia or New Zealand, and you want a truly customized trip with wonderful tours and accommodations, you must contact them.

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Leann N.
Australia Tour Review: Kakadu, Litchfield, Sea Dragon Island, Great Barrier Reef, 24 Days

The trip was great. We went with a couple of long-time travel buddies. We studied some guidebooks to get an outline of what we wanted to do. We contacted Zicasso, who hooked us up with a couple of companies. We picked our tour operator, partly because we liked the agent with whom we were initially working.

After the main planning, but well before the trip, she departed from the company and we were put in touch with the owner. I never developed a feel or attachment to him, but I can't make any complaints as the trip went off as hoped. They figured out all the details—hotels, tours, transportation (including four flights within Australia, where we had exit-row seats), etc., and booked it all. It was very easy and convenient.

We loved all the hotels and tour operators they picked. We had a local agent and I had the thought that just going with them would have cut out the middleman. We have been on small group tours, but usually plan trips ourselves when we go with this couple. I wanted the ease of planned tours, without dealing with a tour group, and this definitely worked out. We haven't used travel agents in the past (or at least since personal computers became widespread), but we will do so in the future.

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