Take copies of your important documents (like your passport and credit cards), and keep them separate from the originals.

Don’t hesitate to dial New Zealand’s emergency phone number if you feel unsafe or threatened - dial 111. Calls are free.

If you're out at night, keep to well-lit places where other people are present. Don’t take shortcuts through parks or alleyways. Take a taxi or get a ride with someone you know.

Avoid accepting drinks from strangers and never leave your drink unattended.

Always lock your accommodation and vehicle and keep windows secure when you're not around.

Store valuables securely, ideally in a safe at your accommodation. Never leave valuables or important documents in parked vehicles.

Never leave bags, backpacks, wallets or cameras unattended in any public place, especially airports, ferry terminals or bus/railway stations.

Don’t carry large amounts of cash or expensive jewellery.

If withdrawing money from an ATM, withdraw small amounts only - preferably during the day - and shield your pin.

If any of your possessions are stolen or valuable items misplaced, advise local police as soon as possible.

We strongly advise you to arrange your own health insurance. New Zealand's public and private medical/hospital facilities provide a high standard of treatment and service, but it is important to note these services are not free to visitors, except as a result of an accident.

ACC only covers treatment and rehabilitation in New Zealand, and usually you must pay part of the cost yourself.

ACC does not pay any additional costs resulting from an accident, for example delayed or curtailed travel costs, travel home, treatment at home and loss of income in your home country.