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.
Colin
Colin
Connect with Colin to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Colin's home
Connect with Colin to know about the hidden gems of Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Connect with Colin to explore Bay of Plenty, New Zealand together
Connect and lend Colin's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Colin's travel and outdoor equipment
Bay of Plenty, New Zea...
offer advice, coach surfing exchange travel stories
Krishna
Krishna
Connect with Krishna to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Krishna to know about the hidden gems of Christchurch, New Zealand
Connect with Krishna to explore Christchurch, New Zealand together
Connect and lend Krishna's vehicle or get a ride
Christchurch, New Zealand
I currently live in Christchurch, I visited/explored quite a few places but ready to adventure ou...
Jiazun
Jiazun
Auckland
If you are new to the Welly, I could show you around by driving!
Les
Les
Connect with Les to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Les's home
Connect with Les to know about the hidden gems of Tūrangi, New Zealand
Connect with Les to explore Tūrangi, New Zealand together
Connect and lend Les's vehicle or get a ride
Tūrangi, New Zealand
My area is central to the North Island being close to the Great lake Taupo and the Tongariro Nati...
Saravanan
Saravanan
Connect with Saravanan to meet up for coffee or drink
Auckland, New Zealand ...
Recently developed interest in travel made me to come here. Looking for some good people to trave...
Muhammad
Muhammad
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Connect with Muhammad to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Muhammad to know about the hidden gems of Auckland, New Zealand
Connect with Muhammad to explore Auckland, New Zealand together
Auckland, New Zealand
Lets explore Auckland beaches, mountains and city life
Andrew
Andrew
Connect with Andrew to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Andrew to explore Queenstown, New Zealand together
Connect and lend Andrew's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Andrew's travel and outdoor equipment
Queenstown, New Zealand
Experienced traveller with cool outlook on life
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 ...
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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.