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Explore New Zealand with exclusive travel trade discounts 

Create your own self-famil itinerary - reconnect, recharge, and experience the magic of Aotearoa New Zealand like your clients do.  
 
The Explore New Zealand Discount Programme is our exclusive travel industry benefit designed just for you. Enjoy generous discounts from Qualmark(opens in new window) accredited tourism businesses for you and a travel companion, travel at your preferred time (with close-out periods from December to February), and experience the regions and operators that create unforgettable journeys.

Jump to the application form below.

Why should I apply for the Explore Discount New Zealand Programme?

⏲️ LIMITED TIME OFFER: Receive a $700 Trip Credit 

Travel agents approved for the Explore Program can apply to receive a $700 trip credit.

How it works:

Step 1: Apply and be approved for the Explore New Zealand Program 

Step 2: Utilizing Explore offers, plan your New Zealand FAM Trip

Step 3: Apply for the $700 trip credit

Step 4: Travel to New Zealand & send proof of travel upon return

This offer is available to the first 30 approved agents for travel between October 1 to November 30, 2025 or March 1 to May 31, 2026

For full details and to apply for the trip credit, please read and fill out this form. 

Note: Airline offers are only available to approved Explore program applicants. You must first apply and be approved before redeeming these offers. 

 

How to qualify

Check these off the list to be eligible:  

How to apply

Five steps to apply:

  1. Register online - in just five minutes using the form below (have your agency details and IATA number ready)
  2. Apply early - submit at least two months before travel; bookings must be made at least 30 days before arrival 
  3. Approval - Tourism New Zealand reviews your application within 10 working days. If approved, you’ll receive your Explore ID, discount list, and booking instructions
  4. Plan - The best time to travel is from March to November. Close-out peak period applies from December to February. See our suggested itineraries(opens in new window) for inspiration
  5. Book & travel - use your Explore ID for discounts, travel and share insights with your clients

Why travel sellers love Explore...

“Explore is a game-changer for travel professionals looking to connect with local operators to create authentic and unforgettable experiences. I highly recommend this program to fellow travel advisors who want to enhance their expertise and provide their clients with exceptional travel opportunities in one of the world’s most breathtaking destinations.” – Travel Seller, United States 
See more testimonials here(opens in new window).

Curious to learn more?

Check the FAQs(opens in new window) and terms & conditions(opens in new window)
or download the Explore Guide(opens in new window) to start exploring.

Apply Now!

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Please note - black out dates apply: December - February

Terms & Conditions

By submitting an application form for the Explore Programme and providing your email address to us, you accept the Terms and Conditions(opens in new window) and Privacy Policy(opens in new window) of the Programme and you consent to receiving emails from TNZ about pre and post-travel surveys, as well as other commercial electronic messages marketing and promoting goods and services which TNZ considers may be of interest to you, and electronic messages containing updated information in relation to the Explore Programme and various other information of related interest’