New South Wales
Northern Territory
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia
North Island
South Island

What to expect from New Zealand in July

Lucy Pascual
March 7, 2024

New Zealand in July means the heart of winter has arrived! The country transforms into a winter wonderland, perfect for an alpine adventure. Whether you want to experience a winter hike through the majestically scenic countryside or one of the many other snow-based activities. It’s the ideal time to experience the majestic Southern Alps and all that it has to offer.

New Zealand is a True Winter Wonderland

Stretching across the South Island like a resting giant, the Southern Alps boasts some of the most stunning winter landscape views in the world. The prime time of the year to visit is in July, with the rugged terrain and snow-covered peaks providing a breathtaking environment for all kinds of winter sports and exploration.

The local Alpine tours are a must for those who want to see the mountainous ranges up close and the beauty will bring a joyous tear to your eye. Some of the available tours include exciting offroad drives through alpine passes, breathtaking scenic flights and guided treks to some of the most remote and scenic locations in the Alps.

If you love the great outdoors, hiking through the mountainous ranges of New Zealand in July is an experience that not many other people can claim they’ve accomplished. If you want to do a self-guided trek, the Routeburn Track or the Hooker Valley Track provide stunning 360-degree views of snow-dusted mountains, frozen crystal lakes and serene, majestic valleys.

If you’d prefer a guided option, a jaunt to the Franz Josef Glacier or the Tasman Glacier via helicopter will bring a smile to your face. Your guide will give you the skills necessary to navigate the snowy paths, along with expert insight in a safe and fun way.

Hit The Slopes, Aotearoa Style

With the snow season on full blast in July, popular destinations like Queenstown, Wanaka and Mt. Ruapehu offer world-class snowboarding and skiing adventures. Even if you’ve never set foot in the snow before, there are slopes, and instructors for every level. If you’d prefer a less frosty adventure, there are many more fun activities available on our Things To Do in New Zealand page.

AUTHOR PROFILE
Lucy Pascual
Lucy is a true-blue Aussie living in Far North Queensland. When she's not writing, she spends her time travelling to Australia's top destinations, aiming to see as much of the country as possible so she can share its best locations with her readers.

Related Posts

The True Franz Josef Experience

Good Morning Franz Josef 9:15 am and I wake up because my alarm is going off… did I have a good sleep! I’ll need my energy today for sure because we’re going onto the glacier with Franz Josef Glacier Guides to do the “Ice Experience tour.” So excited to go onto the Glacier. We were […]

What is the Best Way to Travel Around New Zealand?

New Zealand looks small on the map, but it is actually a large country with lots to explore.  There are lots of different ways to get around the country’s two islands. The best option for you will depend upon a variety of factors including how much time you have, who you are travelling with, what […]

5 Crazy Facts about New Zealand

Think you know New Zealand? Think again! Here are 5 crazy facts about the country that will definitely surprise you! 1. Christchurch used to have a local wizard! There's no denying New Zealand is a magical place, and that's not just because it was the set of Lord of the Rings! In 1982, Christchurch actually […]

Top 10 Destinations for Solo Travelers

There are many destinations that are great to visit with others, whether it be family, friends or a partner. But that doesn’t mean that a solo trip needs to be an inferior experience. Solo travel is great for all sorts of reasons, and it’s even better when you’re visiting places that cater to lone rangers. […]

What makes Milford Sound so special?

The Milford Sound Cruise offered by Jucy Cruises proved to be an exceptional sightseeing experience in one of the most beautiful places in not only New Zealand, but in all the world. In fact, Milford Sound has been considered a number of times, as the 'Eighth Wonder of the World'. Milford Sound Though the waterway […]

3 reasons to go Black Water Rafting in Waitomo

A couple of weeks ago, my boyfriend and I decided to go Black Water Rafting with the Legendary Black Water Rafting Company. We opted to do the 3 hour Black Labyrinth tour. Here's how we got on. Waitomo ('wai' meaning water and 'tomo' meaning sinkhole or cave) on New Zealand's North Island is world famous […]

Social Media

Accepted Payments

Members of

chevron-down