Travellers Testimonials and Reviews: First Light Travel

It was a great experience to travel with First Light Travel. Special thanks to Shelley for her awesome planning and recommendation! Our self-guided tour was perfect as the itineraries suggested were provided in detailed and easy to follow.

Esther Lee – Singapore

"Wow - New Zealand was everything promised and more! Beautiful verdant countryside, towering mountains, a spectacular and often rugged coastline that changed continuously, unique wildlife, and above all, friendly, approachable people. We were able to pack so much into our trip due to Shelly from First Light Travel, who listened carefully to us in the planning phase, offered suggestions, and then crafted a combination of commercial tours and private driver/guides that satisfied all our wishes.  In four weeks we covered the whole length of the country: from the Bay of Islands on the North Island to the little-known, but spectacular and untouched Stewart Island in the far South. Stewart Island was a very special place. We traveled home with a great appreciation for New Zealand’s culture and unmatched beauty, and came away with memories that will last a lifetime.

To get the most out of a trip to New Zealand, we strongly urge using in-country agents like Shelly who can use their experience to minimize disappointments that can sometimes result from self-planning, and assure that one’s desires can indeed come true."

Peter and Ellen Barnett - USA

Deb Evans crafted the perfect holiday to suit our interests and budget. Deb took the time to listen to our interests and selected perfect activities and lodging along the way. We loved the Dart River Adventures the Horse Trek and the Mt Nicholas Tour

John & Sofia & Stella McGuire - Hawaii

First Light Travel was very efficient in helping my partner and I to plan our 3 week trip to New Zealand and Fiji. Whenever we were in doubt about anything, Shelley was always very prompt in her replies to our emails. We had a fantastic time in both New Zealand and Fiji. Shelley planned a 12 day trip for us in the South island of New Zealand and a four day trip in Fiji on Matamanoa island. All accommodation was clean, spacious and good value for money.

We highly recommend First Light Travel to anyone who needs some guidance in their trips to New Zealand and Fiji. First Light Travel has been very efficient in helping us plan our three week holiday to New Zealand and Fiji. Whenever we we're unsure of something they always replied promptly. We highly recommend this agency.

Karen Gauci and Stephanie Pace - Malta

We had a golfing party of six and our tour of NZ North and South golf courses were just spectacular and memorable; playing some of the top courses in NZ like Cape Kidnapper, Kinloch, Jack's Point and Mill Broke. The accommodations were generally of great selection by the Agency and were located not far from the golf courses or city centers. Jo of First Light Travel was our point person and she ensured that all little details were crossed and dotted. On top of that, she had been most accommodating with our changes to the itinerary. I will not hesitate to strongly recommend Jo to handle your trip planning to NZ.

Kah Cheong Lim - Singapore

Hello Amelia

Thank you for organizing a beautiful trip for us. ? we really enjoyed it. 

Thank you again.

Maria and Bohdan Fedirko - United States of America

First Light Travel was amazing from start to finish. Christine was so helpful while she came up with the perfect itinerary for our honeymoon in New Zealand. If I had a question during the trip I knew she would be able to get back to me quickly.

We had such a wonderful experience with the itinerary that she created for us!

Melissa Orta & Justin Durkin - USA

Hi Michelle

The trip was absolutely wonderful. All five of us loved it. Thanks for all your planning, suggestions, bookings and arrangements. It made it all work seamlessly and smoothly. It was also a real pleasure to work with you. You were responsive and helpful, which is important for such a long distance relationship and transaction.

Thanks again for all of your great service. It was really a pleasure working with you. My whole family heard me talk about Michelle so much, they felt they knew you!

Kind Regards

Michael Cahill  - USA

Hi Shelley!

I have attached a couple to this email and will send more when I get to the computer. Feel free to use any and all of them. It was honestly the most magnificent holiday we have ever had! Also, we have already passed your information on! We were beyond impressed, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Warm wishes.

 Anthony Zangrilli and Emily Drapes - USA

Hi Jo,

Good Friday to you.  Thank you again for your assistance with trip.  The tour is very well done - well organized, very comfy bus, great driver and tour guide, premier access to tours and shows, and a nice combination of transport.  Our travel mates are great and we’ve made fast friends.

Thanks again,

John Inson & Barry Taylor - San Francisco