2027 EO New Zealand Exploration

The 2027 EO New Zealand Exploration runs 10 to 16 January 2027, a six-night journey through the South Island. It is based around Queenstown and the countryside beyond it: alpine peaks, glacial lakes, and the rolling farmland that opens up past them. Days move between adrenaline and stillness, from jet boating through narrow canyons and rafting wild rivers to cycling open valleys and long meals paired with world-class wines. Alongside the adventure, you meet local entrepreneurs whose businesses are built on creativity, independence and a respect for the land, and encounter the Māori traditions and storytelling that continue to shape New Zealand's identity. Evenings take a different rhythm, whether in the middle of Queenstown or out in the quiet of the countryside: space for the conversations and perspectives that tend to outlast the trip. As with every EO Exploration, this is built as a step away from the familiar, and a chance to return with renewed clarity, inspiration and connection. Full details and registration: events.eonetwork.org/event/exploration-newzealand/summary