Rugged West / Deep South

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New Zealand North South Island Trip
Starts Christchurch, Ends Christchurch
US$ 4990, 14 days
December 6th – December 19th, 2010
January 10th – January 23rd, 2011
March 28th – April 10th, 2011
If you are looking for an active South Island adventure with a mix of some of the best activities, scenery and culture New Zealand has to offer then this is the trip for you. We provide you with great food to keep the energy flowing and sampling great New Zealand wines along the way. This trip offers you the chance to partake in some great and unique activities. We have tried to create a trip with as much flexibility as possible, so there are options, which allow you to tailor the trip within the framework of its itinerary. The result an individualized unique New Zealand experience within the frame work of a small group tour. All the options are included in the cost of the trip (unless other wise stated) so there are no hidden surprises.

Potential options to choose from include:

  • - Black water Rafting
  • - White water rafting
  • - Heli rafting
  • - Glacier hiking
  • - Heli hiking
  • - Scenic flight over Southern Alps
  • - Sea kayaking
  • - Boat cruises.

To top this all off we also get out and tackle some great short and long day hikes. The cherry on the top is some time in Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital. Here you can get a dose of adrenaline in the form of the many activities Queenstown has to offer or alternatively take some time to visit one of the area great vineyards, play golf, go shopping or just take in the scenery from one of the many cafes can be a good way to pass the day.

Some of the great experiences include:

  • - A night in a small remote hotel with Japanese style hot pools surrounded by native bush, mountains and the sound of a mountain river and native Morepork bird calls.
  • - A jet boat ride on the West Coast starting at the coast less than a mile from where the rugged west coat surf pounds the beach. From here we travel up stream into the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps.
  • - The Routburn track is one of New Zealand’s great walks and definitely our favorite. Starting at the divide and finishing 33 km (20 miles) latter on the other side of the southern alps at the head of lake Wakatipu, this 3 day 2 night hike has it all from alpine tundra and small lakes (tarns) to spectacular mountain vistas to tight valley streams and dense moss covered native forests. No need to lug a backpack on this trip. You get made beds, hot showers, and great meals prepared for you at the end of each day.
  • Moutain Bike over New Zealand highest road getting some great down hills as you ride through old gold mining sites.

Cant decide what to do or have questions or concerns, we would be more than happy to talk you through your options or answer your questions.