Auckland, New Zealand
Shop 2, Shed 19/137 Quay Street, Auckland CBD
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+64 99174090
Stray was an optimal choice in picking a tour company for my limited time in the North Island in NZ. I'm a very heavy traveler at this point having had visited almost 100 different countries and usually, I'm pretty good about getting itineraries and building trips with my eyes closed. I had started to do that for my 8 days in NZ and kept on coming back to a thought. While I had the means to rent a car or use public and do this all on my own that Stray's price and what they included overall really wasn't that much of a price difference. At that point, it would be me just being stubborn in choosing to tour on my own and Stray's date for the North Island tour linked up perfectly with my fly in/out dates. The tour of the North Island was excellent - I can't say there were any parts that were less than optimal but I would just say when you visit the Blue Duck to make sure you are armed with the right supplies including alcohol. I'm somewhat of a foodie so while I can't say the food was at all bad, I like to turn things up on where I eat and was able to do so. There was a lot of space/time to allow me to freestyle and not feel obligated or forced to only do exactly what they want at their exact times. They kept things loose like that and as a freestyler of sorts, I liked that part about the journey with Stray. Shorty was an excellent guide providing a nice spirit throughout the journey. At no point did I feel that any part of the tour was less than professional but also, Shorty was nice and inclusive trying to make sure everyone had a good time.
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I used Stray back in the mid 2000’s. The buses didn’t even have logos at the time but it was the most fun I had traveling. Loved every minute of my trip. I remember the bus breaking down on the way up to Christchurch and everyone hoping a fence to drink and play football in a field. God I miss that time in my life and the people. The people, the drivers, and randomness were amazing. I’d do it again in heartbeat.
I had an amazing 9 days with Stray exploring the NZ South Island. Shorty was a great guide. The tour was really good to provide a taster of different parts of the country, it may have been better to stay a little longer in many places. I will probably look into the hop on/hop off bus next time, but the journey tour is great for a smaller holiday. Thoroughly recommend!
I did the North Adventure tour called Beetham. The tour was amazing, it had more included in it than I was expecting, hardly spent any money, Just a few activities mainly in Rotorua. Our driver Husky was just the right amount of informative and friendly, helping everyone in the group come together. And I’ve met friends for life! DO IT
A bit overpriced for what's included, but definitely a great way to see a load of New Zealand
I spent 3 and a bit weeks travelling with Stray all throughout the South Island in New Zealand and can honestly say I had one of the best experiences ever. Everyone I met on the buses were so friendly and I loved the flexibility of being able to hop on and hop off the bus at any point when I found a stop that I particularly liked. I thought there was a good mix of 'must do' stops like Queenstown, Mount Cook and Wanaka as well as some smaller stop offs were you could chill out a little more. I think it's perfect for anyone who is travelling solo and want to meet new people.
I didn’t even step on their bus but already very frustrated with my experience. They changed their itinerary, well, not exactly, but simply took out the major part of the itinerary I purchased due to severe weather and didn’t even bother to inform me about it. (I only found out when I emailed them) They didn’t bother also to offer any alternating route or destination . Why bother if they charge 20% fee for ANY cancellation) When I asked for a refund due to the change, they referred me to their cancellation policy page. The policy states that no matter what the reason is They will keep 20% of my payment. Customer service agent was very rude and unprofessional, kinda making fun of me for not reading all the fine print. Honestly, who does? I’m going to a developed and client oriented country I thought assuming I’ll be taking care of. Also when you purchase your pass, the page doesn’t take you to their bus schedule. There was no warning what so ever that their buses only depart twice (!!!!!?) a week during shoulder season? That’s what you find out on their app when you have already payed for your pass. Basically, you have a choice between sitting in the bus and follow their itinerary step by step and getting off and being stacked at one location for 4 days? Lol they call themselves a “flexible” way to travel. Very unexpected and unpleasant experience."
Had the best 3 weeks with Stray journeys doing the north and South Island of New Zealand! Our driver Husky was THE BEST and made the trip! 100% wish I could do these last few weeks again with the amazing group and our amazing driver and guide Husky! :) 10/10
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