
World Deaf Basketball Championships 2026
We at Deaf Adventures are thrilled to welcome you to beautiful Aotearoa New Zealand. Whether you're coming just for the tournament, or extending your stay to explore more of the country, our experienced team of Deaf guides fluent in New Zealand Sign Language, American Sign Language, and International Sign are here to help make your visit as smooth and memorable as possible.

13th September, 2026
Half Day Tour of Auckland
Explore Auckland with a Local Deaf Guide!
Join us for a half-day adventure through Auckland and beyond — all in sign language!
We’ll pick you up from your downtown hotel and head to Mt. Eden Crater, where you’ll learn about Māori culture and enjoy sweeping city views. Then it’s a quick visit to the Auckland Deaf Society, followed by a scenic drive to the Arataki Visitor Centre in the Waitākere Ranges. After soaking in views of Manukau Harbour, we’ll head back to downtown and drop you off at your hotel.
Options: 8:00AM - 12:00PM, or 1:00PM - 5:00PM
Price: $80 NZD / $50 USD per person

20th - 25th September, 2026
North Island Tour
Have a bit more time after the Championships to explore New Zealand?
Join our 6-day Deaf-led North Island adventure — fully accessible and packed with iconic Kiwi experiences.
20 September – Pickup from your Auckland hotel. Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set for an interpreted tour, then head to Rotorua for three nights.
21 September – Visit the National Kiwi Hatchery, then enjoy a Māori cultural performance and buffet dinner at Te Puia.
22 September – Explore Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland, visit Huka Falls, and stop at Lake Taupō.
23 September – Free day in Rotorua. Optional activities include Redwood TreeWalk, Zorbing, Hell’s Gate, Skyline Gondola, and more.
24 September – Return to Auckland with a magical stop at a glowworm cave. Overnight in Auckland.
25 September – Drop-off at Auckland Airport, or continue with us to the South Island!
Price: $2,600 NZD / $1,500 USD per person
A $500 NZD non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space, with the remaining balance due 90 days before the tour starts.
Included: 5 nights of accommodation, 5x breakfasts, 1x dinner, all activities and transportation mentioned in itinerary, experienced local Deaf guide on call 24/7

25th September - 2nd October, 2026
South Island Tour
Want to see even more? Continue with us to the South Island on a 8-day tour of the South Island's stunning scenery.
25 September – Morning flight to Christchurch. Explore the city with a local Deaf guide.
26 September – Drive to Lake Tekapo and relax at Tekapo Springs.
27 September – Full-day tour to Aoraki / Mt Cook, including a boat tour to the Tasman Glacier. Overnight in Twizel.
28 September – Scenic drive to Te Anau, with a stop in Wanaka.
29 September – Full-day tour to the breathtaking Milford Sound.
30 September – Morning drive to Queenstown. Free time in the afternoon.
1 October – Enjoy more free time in Queenstown before an evening flight back to Auckland.
2 October – Drop-off at Auckland Airport for your departure flight.
Price: $4,200 NZD / $2,500 USD per person
A $500 NZD non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space, with the remaining balance due 90 days before the tour starts.
Included: 7 nights of accommodation, 7x breakfasts, all activities and transportation mentioned in itinerary, 2x one-way flights from Auckland to Christchurch & Christchurch to Auckland, and experienced local Deaf guide on call 24/7