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.
Beatrice
Beatrice
Connect with Beatrice to meet up for coffee or drink
Great Barrier Island /...
Aotea track a 2 night/3 day track around Great Barrier Island you can choose if you wanna sleep i...
Himanshu
Himanshu
Connect with Himanshu to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Himanshu to know about the hidden gems of Wellington, New Zealand
Connect with Himanshu to explore Wellington, New Zealand together
Wellington, New Zealand
We can explore together and share a meal.
James
James
Connect with James to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with James to know about the hidden gems of North Island, New Zealand
Connect with James to explore North Island, New Zealand together
North Island, New Zealand
I am not a “Local” but have been in New Zealand since December of 2022 after sailing here from Fi...
kenken
kenken
Connect with kenken to meet up for coffee or drink
Winton
Hey there, fellow solo traveler! Welcome to Auckland! I'm a 24-year-old guy who knows this city l...
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...
Larna
Larna
Connect with Larna to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Larna to explore Masterton, New Zealand together
Masterton, New Zealand
Patuna chasm (summer only)<br>Cape paliser - seals and impressive lighthouse, as well as the pinn...
Antony
Antony
Connect with Antony to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Antony to know about the hidden gems of Auckland
Connect with Antony to explore Auckland together
Auckland
i know many different places of interest through auckland depending on what your interested in fr...
Jay
Jay
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Connect with Jay to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Jay to know about the hidden gems of Auckland
Connect with Jay to explore Auckland together
Connect and use Jay's travel and outdoor equipment
Auckland
Let me know if I can be of any assistance to you while you stay in my beautiful city
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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.