Are the roads in South Island in New Zealand very curvy? [closed]

1. Is driving in New Zealand difficult?
2. Is New Zealand left or right hand drive?
3. Can you drive around New Zealand?
4. How do they drive in New Zealand?
5. What is the warmest city in New Zealand?
6. What is the NZ give way rule?
7. Can you drive a left-hand car in NZ?
8. Why does NZ drive on the left?
9. What is the speed limit in New Zealand?
10. What is the best month to go to New Zealand?
11. What should I not miss on the South Island of New Zealand?
12. Is there a rainy season in New Zealand?

Is driving in New Zealand difficult?

Driving in New Zealand is no more difficult than driving in the United States, but there are few tips and key laws to be aware of. Here's what I learned during my three month road trip to help you get into the groove behind the wheel quickly in New Zealand.

Is New Zealand left or right hand drive?

One of the most important thing for visitors to New Zealand to remember is that we drive on the left side of the road. And of course that means if you are hiring a vehicle to drive here, the steering wheel will be on the right hand side of the car, not the left, which you may be used to.

Can you drive around New Zealand?

No. Although New Zealand is small, it isn't quite so tiny as ten minutes here and twenty minutes there. There are long, winding roads, mountain chains, river systems, large lakes and thick forests; non-stop is not an option in Aotearoa, as you'll soon discover.

How do they drive in New Zealand?

What side of the road do New Zealanders drive on? We drive on the left-hand side of the road and our vehicles seat the driver on the right. If you're used to driving on the right-hand side of the road, this can be a challenge to remember especially when pulling out into traffic.

What is the warmest city in New Zealand?

Summer. Daily maximum temperatures are normally in the mid to low 20s (°C) over most of the country. They are higher in northern, eastern and interior part of the country; Hastings is the warmest city on average with 25.5 °C followed by Gisborne with 24.9 °C and Napier with 24.5 °C.

What is the NZ give way rule?

The rules are that you give way to the right when there are no other controls like a stop sign, therefore the red car must stop and wait for you. Remember our stop sign rule. At an uncontrolled intersection or one where you were both waiting at a give way sign, you would have right of way.

Can you drive a left-hand car in NZ?

Yes. Most left-hand drive vehicles have to be converted to right-hand drive (RHD) before they can be driven on New Zealand roads. ... The only vehicles that can be registered as LHD and driven on New Zealand roads are those that belong to one of the specific categories of LHD that are permitted by law.

Why does NZ drive on the left?

One of those countries was Great Britain, which in 1835 made it mandatory to drive on the left side of the road. All other members of the British Empire followed suit, and that's the main reason why New Zealand and 73 other countries are right-hand drive today.

What is the speed limit in New Zealand?

The maximum speed limit on the open road in New Zealand is 100 km/h (62 mph). However, new speed limit rules were implemented on 21 September 2017 on roads which can support higher travel speeds.

What is the best month to go to New Zealand?

The best time to visit New Zealand is during the summer months of December to March. Expect long, bright, sunny days and temperatures between 61°F and 75°F. It's an ideal time to visit the lovely beaches or enjoy the many outdoor activities available, such as hiking and mountain biking.

What should I not miss on the South Island of New Zealand?

Southland Region

• 1) Milford Sound. Milford Sound is arguably the most awe-inducing place on New Zealands South Island. ...
• 2) Queenstown. I'll never forget the moment Andrew and I flew into Queenstown. ...
• 2.1) Wanaka. ...
• 4) Punakaiki. ...
• 5) Te Anau. ...
• 6) Blue Pools of Haast Past. ...
• 7) Lake Pukaki. ...
• 9) Lake Tekapo.

Is there a rainy season in New Zealand?

A LARGELY TEMPERATE MARITIME CLIMATE

Much of New Zealand has an annual average rainfall that varies between 600 mm and 1,600 mm. The rains are distributed throughout the year, with a dry summer season, in the months between December and February.