How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in wanaka.

Get Connected

When you find a local who you want to take tips from or meet up with, click the connect button and start chatting with them.

Take Tips & Trips

Get the best tips and advice from locals, or plan a trip together, meet up, and let them show you around their town.
Jiazun
Jiazun
Auckland
If you are new to the Welly, I could show you around by driving!
Chanelle
Chanelle
Connect with Chanelle to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Chanelle to know about the hidden gems of Mount Maunganui
Connect with Chanelle to explore Mount Maunganui together
Mount Maunganui
I’m a Mount Maunganui local who loves meeting people from different countries and sharing the pla...
Nicolas
Nicolas
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Connect and stay in Nicolas's home
Wanaka
Wanaka is such a place, first time I came here for 3 days and saw what everyone see. After living...
Bernard
Bernard
Connect with Bernard to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Bernard to know about the hidden gems of Auckland
Connect with Bernard to explore Auckland together
Connect and lend Bernard's vehicle or get a ride
Auckland
I’m a retired professional Having lived here for many years I would be most happy to provide info...
Shane
Shane
Connect with Shane to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Shane's home
Connect with Shane to know about the hidden gems of Mount Dixon (Mid Canterbury)
Connect with Shane to explore Mount Dixon (Mid Canterbury) together
Connect and use Shane's travel and outdoor equipment
Mount Dixon (Mid Cante...
Happy to show you around & help out with your travels, like others have done for me around the wo...
Britney
Britney
Connect with Britney to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Britney to know about the hidden gems of Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
Connect with Britney to explore Mount Maunganui, New Zealand together
Mount Maunganui, New Z...
Hey Travellers! I’m a kiwi who has grown up travelling around and exploring my beautiful country ...
Jane
Jane
Connect with Jane to meet up for coffee or drink
Waitakere
I'm only in New Zealand until October 10th and would love a travel buddy to tour around with.
Shariff
Shariff
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Connect with Shariff to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Shariff to know about the hidden gems of Wellington
Connect with Shariff to explore Wellington together
Connect and lend Shariff's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Shariff's travel and outdoor equipment
Wellington
There are so much to see in this beautiful part of the world. Happy to show around who appreciate...
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What GAFFL Users Are Saying
Marie
Marie Arroseres
from France

"It’s really nice to have a platform like GAFFL with lots of travelers wanting to do the same as you, a real beautiful cultural exchange. You can meet people so easily and in a trustful way. We were four girls, from French, German and American backgrounds, without knowing each other from before. We spent an amazing week together, 2000km driving, camping on the way. We saw kangaroos, koalas, penguins and pelicans"

Saed
Saeed Alam
from Canada

“I have found GAFFL to be an amazing tool for finding similar minded travel partners to embark on an adventure. Through GAFFL, I had organized a trip to Mexico City last month and Quazi joined the trip from Victoria, BC. We spent 14 days of straight exploring, hiking, eating and drinking. Quite an amazing experience - all thanks to GAFFL!”

Scarlett
Scarlett Mansfield
from United Kingdom

"I accidentally scrolled across GAFFL and I'm so pleased I did. I met Amaia and immediately decided to road-trip together. We're spending 10 days together and it's great because we have so much in common. Couldn't have done it without GAFFL helping us find one another! It has honestly made NZ so much cheaper to explore as I get to split the costs with someone too​"

Why GAFFL is the Best Place to Meet Locals in Wanaka

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Wanaka. We have a 3-step verification process which includes social media, phone number, and valid government ID, so you can feel safe about meeting locals in Wanaka. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Wanaka together.