India will play two Tests and five one-dayers against the New Zealanders, in a tour itinerary shortened by one Test and one Twenty 20 due to India's participation in the Asia Cup in late February.
The tourists' main interest is likely to be the one-dayers, with the trip allowing them to familiarise themselves with New Zealand conditions ahead of the 2015 World Cup, which the Kiwis will co-host with Australia.
Dhoni, whose side is rated number one in the 50-over format compared to New Zealand's eighth ranking, said India would not underestimate the Black Caps.
"They will be a fantastic side," he told reporters after the side arrived in
"It has been a common question, people always talk about our bowlers getting smashed," he said.
"But we have seen over a period that they have improved, the death bowling has improved."
The first one-dayer will take place in Napier on Sunday.
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