Hiking Focused
18 Trips
Our love for exploration is rooted in a strong connection to the natural beauty of our home, New Zealand, and the drive to venture beyond its shores to discover a world different to our own.
We bring your adventure dreams to life. The best journeys don’t just take you places; they inspire you to be curious, ignite your spirit, and find a new sense of freedom – they can even change your life!
Feel the heart and soul of each place you visit with our local people on the ground and knowledgeable guides, who take great care to ensure a truly authentic and immersive experience. This is the real deal.
Feel like you're in a world of your own, with unique itineraries to take you away from the usual tourist traps. Enjoy exhilarating activities like hiking, biking, rafting, and kayaking, to explore the very best of each destination.
We take the time to get to know you to ensure you have the very best experience on our trips. Our small group adventures are big on flexibility — no matter what your version of "active" is, we have options on each trip to suit every individual.
Imagine a vacation that's fully guided, and everything is taken care of and included in the trip price — all accommodations, activities, transport on-trip, most meals, and more! Effortless and value-packed.
Adventure awaits when you set off on the trail less traveled. Explore the best of the world’s most beautiful destinations — from the well-known to the well-hidden — and get an up-close view of local life and culture. Discover the natural wonders and dynamic cultures of our world with expert, local guides leading the way, and every detail handled from start to finish.
You'll be guided by friendly, active, empathetic people, who love watching you discover a new destination. Our guides will cheer you on, cook delicious meals for you, and make sure every aspect of your trip is safe, enjoyable, and full of lasting memories. Imagine a cross between Bear Grylls, David Attenborough and a Four Seasons Hotel concierge and you'll get the idea of what our guides are like!
We understand that adventure travel means different things to different people. That’s why we’ve categorized our trips by activity levels, from one to five, so you know exactly what to expect and can choose a vacation that’s right for you.
Our Level One trips are easygoing and suitable for most fitness levels, while Level Five adventure tours offer ultra-challenging experiences, including high-altitude treks. All our itineraries feature detailed information on daily mileage and elevation for each activity.
Plus, our trips offer flexibility, allowing you to select from options ahead of time and even tailor it on the day. Whether you want to push your limits or take it easy, it’s your vacation – design it how you like it.
Looking to immerse yourself in nature like never before? Our unique itineraries go beyond the ordinary, offering a wide range of experiences and a fresh perspective on each destination. We’re passionate about creating life-changing moments, and we’ve designed the perfect adventure for you. Picture yourself hiking breathtaking trails, biking through awe-inspiring landscapes, or embracing exciting multi-sport challenges.
If wildlife is calling your name, our safari adventure tours deliver one-of-a-kind encounters you’ll cherish forever. Whether you’re seeking to unwind, recharge, or embark on an epic quest, our trips align with your vision of adventure travel. They’re brimming with nature, culture, and experiences that will resonate with you long after you’ve returned home.
Activity Level 1
Suitable for most fitness levels, our Level 1 adventures are the perfect introduction to adventure travel.
You'll typically experience two half day activities per day, done at an easygoing pace.
Activity Level 2
Hikes on our Level 2 adventures are considered easy to moderate in difficulty.
Those who enjoy half-day hikes with enough elevation gain to elevate their heart rate will enjoy these adventures.
Activity Level 3
Those who take on our Level 3 tours are looking for more challenging hikes that will raise their heart rate.
While not our most strenuous trips, you'll definitely feel accomplished after a day on the trails. A solid base of fitness is advised.
Activity Level 4
Be prepared for some serious physical activity on our Level 4 trips. The fitter you are, the more you'll enjoy it, as most hikes will be challenging.
Hikes may include rock scrambling, river crossings, and off trail adventures.
Activity Level 5
On our Level 5 trips get ready to conquer back-to-back days of long hikes or summitting peaks at altitude.
We require a high level of fitness as adventurers will be met with plenty of challenges and sometimes extreme conditions.
Driven by a purpose to inspire people to lead an adventurous life, we love sharing our passion for adventure with our guests. We’ve grown a lot, but we’re still small and very “uncorporate.” With our headquarters is in Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital, you’ll see our team members out experiencing adventures of all kinds. That passion and experience translates into a travel experience of your dreams. We’re here for you every step of the way.
We understand your plans can change, and that’s why Active Assurance is available so you can book with complete confidence.
Active Assurance can be purchased at the time of booking, enabling you to receive a full refund up to 61 days out from your trip departure date. Find the details here.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. The only way for us to continue doing what we love - showing you our favorite parts of the world in all of our favorite ways - is to carefully consider how we're impacting the environment and the communities where we travel. With that in mind we've made a commitment to always operate sustainably and continue to evolve our principles to ensure a brighter future.