When most people think about New Zealand, they think of ‘The Hobbit’, sheep, jagged mountains, and our exuberant passion for Rugby – for good reason. While this is great, there is so much more that New Zealand has to offer. At Active Adventures, we’ll take you to some of the most unbelievable off-the-beaten-track destinations – […]
The ‘Rimu’: 20 Years & 20 Guest Photos
From the Okarito Lagoon on the West Coast; with its surrounding wetlands and wild beaches. To the sky-scraping peaks, glaciers and snow fields of Aoraki Mount Cook. Gazing at the crimson-coloured sky, snuggled into your rustic farm cottage nuzzled away amongst New Zealand’s largest Mountains. Frolicking with the seals at Kaikoura, taking in the fresh […]
Celebrating 20 Years of The World’s Best Adventure – The ‘Rimu’
One of the questions we get asked every once in a while, is what is it, that makes the Ultimate South Island Adventure ‘Rimu’ trip so special? Our Signature ‘Rimu’ trip is no ordinary adventure; it’s been hand-crafted to perfection over the past twenty years! We’re not kidding when we say there’s a list a […]
4 Reasons to Head to New Zealand in Winter
Picture this… striking snow dusted mountains; fresh powder sprinkled across them like icing sugar. A steamy rugged coastline; an almost sub-tropical temperate climate coupled by a crisp arctic chill. The charming landscape flirting with your senses, the refreshing sea air showering you with wanderlust. Snowflakes twirling around the icy ground, sunshine streaming through the cloudless […]
10 Interesting Facts that you didn’t know about New Zealand:
We do things a little differently down under, actually only 5% of the population in New Zealand is human. Maybe it’s our animal instincts that make us so exotic and unique. From the alpine terrain to the glacially-fed rivers, the golden sand dunes to enchanting rainforests, New Zealand will captivate your every nous. Apart from […]