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.
Marlène
Marlène
Queenstown
I am in New Zealand to visit the south I like extreme sport like skydiving ...and I would like to...
Karen
Karen
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Connect with Karen to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Karen to explore Dunedin together
Dunedin
Seafood on the beach? Go dolphin watching? Explore Dunedin, Tarpon Spring, Tampa Bay, Clearwater ...
Cyrus
Cyrus
Connect with Cyrus to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Cyrus's home
Connect with Cyrus to know about the hidden gems of Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand
Connect with Cyrus to explore Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand together
Auckland CBD, Auckland...
I'm interested in different cultures and spending time with people from around the world. I can s...
Alex
Alex
Connect with Alex to meet up for coffee or drink
Blenheim, New Zealand
Servus, I'm currently in Blenheim for the next few months and i'd like to meet some people, have ...
Onur
Onur
Connect with Onur to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Onur's home
Connect with Onur to know about the hidden gems of Auckland, New Zealand
Connect and use Onur's travel and outdoor equipment
Auckland, New Zealand
In Auckland, we can go visit beaches, museums, waterfront, or sports!
Sagar
Sagar
Connect with Sagar to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Sagar's home
Connect with Sagar to know about the hidden gems of Auckland, New Zealand
Connect with Sagar to explore Auckland, New Zealand together
Connect and lend Sagar's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Sagar's travel and outdoor equipment
Auckland, New Zealand
I have hosted travellers from 6 different countries so far and have showed them around in Aucklan...
Camille
Camille
Connect with Camille to meet up for coffee or drink
Christchurch
I'm actually staying in Christchurch and I'll be traveling around south and north islands. I'd li...
Sunnie
Sunnie
Christchurch
interested in camping, hiking, biking, music events, road trips or just chilled beer :)
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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.