Careers at Cheeky Kiwi

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We're a small team doing something big. Running New Zealand's most-loved small group tours. We're looking for people who care about the work, not just the job title.

Why Cheeky Kiwi

Not your typical tourism gig

We've built one of New Zealand's most-loved tour companies with a small team that punches well above its weight. We're looking for people who want to be part of that. Here's what's in it for you.

Kiwi-Owned, Kiwi-Run

Decisions are made by the people who built the business. You'll have direct access to leadership and real input into how things work.

Premium Gear

Our fleet is modern Mercedes minibuses. We invest in the tools and vehicles that let you do your best work safely and comfortably.

The Actual Office

Milford Sound. Hobbiton. Mt Cook. The Catlins. Your daily commute is through some of the most stunning scenery on earth. That part is not overhyped.

A Reputation That Precedes You

Over 5000 five-star reviews and multiple global awards. When you tell people where you work, they'll already know the name.


People From Everywhere

Our guests come from 70+ countries. You'll build the kind of cross-cultural communication skills that transfer to any career, anywhere.

Small Team, Real Impact

Big enough to operate up and down New Zealand. Small enough that everyone knows your name. You'll have a seat at the table and the autonomy to make things happen.

Open Roles

There are currently no open roles

What guests say about our team

We're not going to tell you what it's like to work here. Our guests already did. These are real reviews from people who spent the day with us

4.9
(4936 reviews)
6/23/2026

Exceptional Tour, Amazing Guide, and Immersive Experiences!

Could not have asked for a better experience! From pick up till drop off, the experience was very comfortable and enjoyable! Grant was an amazing tour guide and shared so much insight and history about Auckland and Aotearoa - made the long scenic drives more immersive! He also drove so smoothly, we all got to nap a bit in a midst of all the excitement. The short stops for incredible coffee and delicious (affordable ++) ice cream at the beginning and end of the trip were great additions to the tour! Being in a small group and not having to worry about picking up the tickets or finding where to go or booking lunch - just relaxing and enjoying the experience - made this tour super worth it!

Patricia M

5
6/21/2026

Cheeky Kiwi is amazing

Hi Cheeky Kiwi Team, My partner and I had an amazing experience from the moment we got picked up by Simon to the moment that he dropped us off. We enjoyed the journey, very beautiful and scenic. We loved hearing about Auckland’s history, agriculture and overall culture in general. Overall it was such an amazing experience and we really enjoyed every moment of it! Would highly recommend to our friends and family in Australia. Thank you!

Rhea N

5
6/21/2026

Unforgettable Memories

This is feedback from a Japanese participant who joined the tour today. The guide, who is kind, warm, and genuinely caring, creates a truly special sightseeing route that can only be described as the best possible experience. We can confidently recommend this to people all over the world. If you are looking for an unforgettable experience, do not hesitate to choose this service.

Kazuhisa M

5
6/20/2026

Wonderful day!! Great food! Beautiful drives and excellent tour guides. Highly recommend!!

Great experience. Very easy pick up and drop off and a wonderful day.

ramonal83

5
6/20/2026

Best for solo trip travellers!

The trip is really nice with our driver and tour guide Alessandro!! His detailed sharing enriches the trip a lot and he is really fun hhh Both attractions worth the time! So pretty and so nice to know more about the place!! Even solo travellers could enjoy the tour and making new friends here!! Love it

JANICE C

5
6/17/2026

Family Tour with Cheeky Kiwi

Just finished my Hobbiton and Waitoo caves day tour couple hours ago. Simon our driver are fantastic. He was very friendly and warm personality as well. Pick up process no hassle at all. Very proffesional in doing his job and he personalized with his friendly attitude. Very recommended.

Erwin S

5
6/13/2026

Great Auckland Day Trip

Great tour with Dave. Got to see Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves in a full packed day Lunch included. Highly recommended.

T V

5
6/11/2026

Must do if you are in Auckland

Matt our guide was fabulous and most helpful. Though it’s a long day trip, everything runs smoothly without a glitch and you don’t feel rushed as well. Hobbiton was world class, authentic and real!

Joseph

5
6/6/2026

Hobbiton and Waitomo trip.

Our family had a great experience with Cheeky Kiwi tours. Our host “Grant” or you can call him “Graunt”. Very early pickup as it was a 2 hour trip to Hobbiton. Weather in June is really up in the air. Grant was very knowledgeable of the region and history. Pointing out areas of interest to past the time. Arriving at Hobbiton, Grant provided us the details of our ticket and that the tour is over seen and guided by the staff at Hobbiton and would be transferred to their bus and returned back. The Tour itself was wonderful! Our guide in Hobbiton (Tom) was great! Giving us some great trivia facts and movie references that was used while filming. Weather could not have been better. The cool overcast made the walk around Hobbiton very comfortable. During our time wandering Hobbiton. Grant was getting our lunch order ready that was selected during the drive. We stopped at “The Thirsty Weta” in Ōtorohanga. Lunch portion were very generous. Next stop was the Waitomo caves to see the glow worms. This was a shorter visit than Hobbiton. The caves were very impressive and well maintained to keep the environment stable. One very important note: NOT PICTURES ALLOWED. Don’t even try to sneak a shot in. This area has more cameras than Times Square. Also, for cultural reason that the Mãori believe that you will be taking their ancestors spirit from the area, or that the worms would not glow for the next group after you scared them. Take your pick either way it’s all about respect of the area and not entitlement that you want them on you social influence post. The drive back was late due to traffic and nothing that Grant could do about this.

Samson Y

5
6/6/2026

Wonderful Adventure

It was great! Our tour guide Grant was very friendly and gave out amazing facts about New Zealand. The tour started on time and every experience was good and efficient.

Micah G

5
6/26/2026

Awesome trip and worth the price!

It was amazing! Long car rides but definitely worth the price. Jess is amazing in guiding and keeping us entertained throughout the drive. We were really lucky to see the first snow in this winter, Jess handled the unexpected snow saga really well. 10/10 recommended 🫶

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5
6/25/2026

Fantastic Guide, Unforgettable Experience

Our guide, Jason, was absolutely wonderful! He was relaxed, friendly, and shared so much interesting knowledge about the places we visited. You could really tell how much he loves his job and his homeland, which helped us develop a deeper connection to the landscape and its history. The four-hour journey to Milford Sound flew by, thanks to the scenic stops along the way. On the return trip, we were able to sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride. It was an easy, enjoyable, and memorable experience!

Olivia Z

5
6/24/2026

Premium Milford Sound, cruise and picnic lunch from Queenstown

We really enjoyed this tour, it is worth the money. It is the best tour, can be rated number 1.

Choon R

5
6/23/2026

Breathtaking

Kristina was a wonderful guide and the entire experience was breathtaking, informative and a lot of fun. Meataxe the Kea was the icing on the cake! Thankyou

James and Emily M

5
6/23/2026

A trip that stays with you for lifetime

One word amazing, too good from booking to pick up till drop off, made memorable experience, Kristina is an awesome tour guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Will book with Cheeky kiwi again in future

aritra d

5
6/23/2026

Ryo

Great experience, Kristina is a friendly guide with great driving skill and awesome story teller also

Ryonard V

5
6/21/2026

Lovely day!

Enjoyed a lovely day visiting fiordland with Danny. Van was comfortable, sites magnificent and tour guide was informative and efficient. Picnic lunch was substantial and delicious.

Merideth L

5
6/20/2026

Milford Sound

We had Raghav as our guide, who was very informative and attentive. Pick-up and return was well organized. Was able to see many sites.

Elmer

5
6/20/2026

Milford sound

Had an amazing day,The waterfalls were in full flow,and the trip was made even better with our excellent guide and driver Amy who kept us all fully informed about the journey and the amazing views.

W H

5
6/18/2026

Great experience

Awesome experience with Jeff. He is very experienced about the history of the route towards Milford Sound. We enjoyed a lot and though the journey requires him to drive a lot, but he managed to keep engaging with us (also with other customers). Big applaud to him and the experience.

Too

5

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If none of the roles above fit but you think you'd be a good addition to the team, send us a note. We grow quickly during peak season and it helps to already know who's out there.

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