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.
Michelle
Michelle
Connect with Michelle to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Michelle to explore Whangamatā, New Zealand together
Whangamatā, New Zealand
This is a really cool beach town, lots of freedom camping, cafes, and surfing! I just moved here ...
AKhan
AKhan
Connect with AKhan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in AKhan's home
Connect with AKhan to know about the hidden gems of Whangārei Heads 0174, New Zealand
Connect with AKhan to explore Whangārei Heads 0174, New Zealand together
Connect and lend AKhan's vehicle or get a ride
Whangārei Heads 0174, ...
roadtrip, 🚶‍♂️ , 🏕, ⛱️ , 🏄‍♂️
Darshan
Darshan
Connect with Darshan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Darshan to know about the hidden gems of Christchurch
Connect with Darshan to explore Christchurch together
Connect and lend Darshan's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Darshan's travel and outdoor equipment
Christchurch
Less said about nz the more you enjoy your time here :) surprise yourself ;)
Parveen
Parveen
Connect with Parveen to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Parveen's home
Connect with Parveen to explore Auckland together
Connect with Parveen to know about the hidden gems of Auckland
Connect and lend Parveen's vehicle or get a ride
Auckland
visit sky tower, view of mount Eden, mission bay and harbour bridge
Sumit
Sumit
Auckland
We could meet up for coffee,I often travel to northland and could help with ride.I am Really a fo...
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 ...
Avanthi
Avanthi
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Connect with Avanthi to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Avanthi to know about the hidden gems of Hamilton (New Zealand)
Connect with Avanthi to explore Hamilton (New Zealand) together
Hamilton (New Zealand)
Come walk around the town with me, explore the little hills and parks, the botanical gardens, coo...
Safandeep
Safandeep
Connect with Safandeep to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Safandeep's home
Connect with Safandeep to explore Auckland together
Auckland
Welcome to the City of Sails🚤
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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.