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North America Hiking & Adventure Tours

Explore world-renowned national parks on our North America hiking and adventure tours.

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Explore world-renowned national parks on our North America hiking and adventure tours.

We've partnered with Austin Adventures, a world-class company located in Montana, to bring you these incredible North America adventure tours. Add in our signature New Zealand touch of inspired, thoughtful service, and you'll discover parts of the North America you've never even heard of. You'll be blown away by the array of unique landscapes and natural wonders we'll explore. From hiking along the intimate waterfalls in Zion National Park, biking under towering red sandstone cliffs in Bryce Canyon, taking a dip in hidden swimming holes and witnessing the fascinating geothermal features of Yellowstone National Park, you'll be left in awe at the natural splendours of these breathtaking regions. We don't stop there, though. We'll also explore the San Juan Islands, Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska. These USA hiking tours will get you well off the beaten path via hiking, biking and kayaking. You'll feel like a first explorer as you discover some of the best hiking trails in the United States and Canada.

Not Your Average Adventure Tour

From the minute we pick you up, no thinking needed, just sit back relax and take it all in, we've got you covered!

Small group adventures with boutique and personalized service.

Our expert guides are adaptable, and will create the best experience, no matter what happens.

We’re rated 4.54 stars out of 5 from 17,042 reviews. That’s pretty solid.

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Mighty Five Adventure - May 2023

Nine great days with Steve and Bryson

"With perfect weather, an awesome pair of guides, and the luck of having a small… read more

"With perfect weather, an awesome pair of guides, and the luck of having a small number of guests, our Mighty Five Adventure in Utah could not have been better. read less

5 Stars (59 reviews)

Douglas,

Arches & Canyonlands Adventure - April 2023

Arches/Canyonlands

"What a great 6 day adventure, everything from the rafting down the Colorado to the… read more

"What a great 6 day adventure, everything from the rafting down the Colorado to the hiking and biking in Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. Our guides Steve and Joel were excellent: very knowledgeable, funny, interesting and took care of all our needs. Food was excellent AND healthy. read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

Edward Fitzpatrick,

Yellowstone in Winter - February 2023

Amazing winter adventure

"The scenery was magical and our guides were excellent! read more

"The scenery was magical and our guides were excellent! read less

5 Stars (24 reviews)

Elizabeth,

Yellowstone in Winter - February 2023

Wonderful Winter Wander in Yellowstone

"The trip to Yellowstone was a great mix of wildlife watching, amazing scenery, and winter… read more

"The trip to Yellowstone was a great mix of wildlife watching, amazing scenery, and winter activities. Our two guides, Steve and Kathy, did a great job of letting us know what each day's agenda was going to be and that we had what we needed to have a wonderful day. It ranged from watching wolves and bison, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, to relaxing in a hot springs pool. They made sure everyone's needs were attended to and had options from which to choose. I really enjoyed all the different activities and the comradery that developed among our group. Thank you for an excellent adventure!
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5 Stars (24 reviews)

Kyra,

Arches & Canyonlands Adventure - October 2022

Arches & Canyonlands Adventure

"Wonderful!
Exceeded my expectations! read more

"Wonderful!
Exceeded my expectations!
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4 Stars (56 reviews)

Karen,

Mighty Five Adventure - October 2022

Mighty Five Adventure

"Lots of new sights and experiences. Having two guides on the trip provided lots of… read more

"Lots of new sights and experiences. Having two guides on the trip provided lots of flexibility and made linear walks possible. read less

5 Stars (59 reviews)

Michael,

Mighty Five Adventure - October 2022

Mighty Five Adventure

"The Mighty Five was a wonderful adventure. Meghan and Steve are EXCELLENT guides who… read more

"The Mighty Five was a wonderful adventure. Meghan and Steve are EXCELLENT guides who are flexible, calm, fun to talk with and exude enthusiasm. Glitches do not phase them (traveler who needs extra, people with covid).
The parks are amazing beyond words. I am pleased we did the direction (Zion first and Canyonlands last) but can see positives with the opposite as they would increase in difficulty). Fellow travelers were wonderful and lots of fun, although you have no control over that ! read less

5 Stars (59 reviews)

Mary,

Mighty Five Adventure - October 2022

Mighty Five Adventure

"The guides, Megan and Steve, were wonderful and guided us to trails and experiences with… read more

"The guides, Megan and Steve, were wonderful and guided us to trails and experiences with masterly of the areas visited. The scenery was beyond belief, and our group enjoyed one another as well as the accommodations at each site. The larger venues (Zion and Moab) had the best lodging and food options, but even the smaller areas were quite acceptable and hospitable. I read less

5 Stars (59 reviews)

Lynne,

Mighty Five Adventure - October 2022

Mighty Five Adventure

"Megan and Steve represented your organization in an outstanding way. They clearly love the… read more

"Megan and Steve represented your organization in an outstanding way. They clearly love the outdoors, were knowledgeable about the parks and natural elements. They engaged the entire group and were patient and kind to everyone. They were also a lot of fun which was contagious. read less

5 Stars (59 reviews)

Dawn,

Mighty Five Adventure - October 2022

The guides were the best

"Could not have been happier with our guides. The accommodations were perfect, meals were great… read more

"Could not have been happier with our guides. The accommodations were perfect, meals were great and everything was well organized. Our guides were flexible and worked on itinerary to make it suit our group. They were very knowledgeable, made everything fun with little surprises along the way. Highly recommend Megan and Bryson. read less

5 Stars (59 reviews)

Kim, Canada

San Juan Islands Adventure - September 2022

San Juan Islands Adventure

"WOW! WOW! WOW!
I am not a queen, however that is how I felt while on… read more

"WOW! WOW! WOW!
I am not a queen, however that is how I felt while on this trip! The attention to detail was astounding, the food was unending and delicious, the activities abundant. Steve and Jayson seemed like treasured family members from the start. Best trip EVER!! I will planning many more! read less

5 Stars (88 reviews)

Pamela,

San Juan Islands Adventure - September 2022

San Juan Islands Adventure

"The trip was an amazing experience. The guides were delightful to travel with - the… read more

"The trip was an amazing experience. The guides were delightful to travel with - the perfect mix of organization and hospitality. The biking pushed me personally (and aerobically) but I felt supported with Jayson at the back of the line encouraging me along. I loved the history lessons about the area and the environmental lessons. Steve always knew when to infuse a bit of levity and fun .... we loved the special treat that was added with pre-dinner visit to a gorgeous lighthouse setting. The restaurants were delicious, and we also loved the mix of picnics and tailgate breakfasts. The food the guides prepared was always delicious and gave us a break from restaurant fare. read less

5 Stars (88 reviews)

Dawn,

San Juan Islands Adventure - September 2022

San Juan Islands Adventure

"Loved our guides and the balance of activities. The islands of course are spectacular.… read more

"Loved our guides and the balance of activities. The islands of course are spectacular. Food was very very good. Hotels were comfortable and had some unusual aspects to them read less

5 Stars (88 reviews)

Kate,

Grand Canyon Adventure - September 2022

Grand Canyon Adventure

"EVERYTHING WAS FANTASTIC!!!! We had a great trip! All the activities were super… read more

"EVERYTHING WAS FANTASTIC!!!! We had a great trip! All the activities were super and it was a great variety of things to do. We loved it. Austin Adventures goes above and beyond what we even could imagine!! read less

5 Stars (27 reviews)

Lynn,

Grand Canyon Adventure - September 2022

Grand Canyon Adventure

"great adventure outstanding guides read more

"great adventure outstanding guides read less

5 Stars (27 reviews)

Kent,

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Take 10% off the trip price when you book a trip and pay in full.

By paying in full we are able to pass on savings to our guests, but please note that by opting for this payment plan, your booking becomes non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-changeable. 

We highly recommend that you purchase Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance. We recommend Redpoint Insurance – you can find details here.

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Do you recommend buying travel insurance?

As an Austin Adventures traveler, it’s highly recommended you take out travel insurance to cover the likes of travel delays, missed connections, medical expenses or injury, or lost baggage for your travel with us. Please head to our Travel Protection page for more in-depth information and our recommended insurance provider.

What's included on your North America trips?

Accommodation

We've spent years finding places to stay that are quaint, perfectly-located, and comfortable when we take you to the most amazing parts of North America. We offer a wide variety of accommodations on our trips ranging from locally run inns and first-class hotels to resorts, dude ranches and historic national park cabins. Accommodations are selected for their location, unique charm and history, and offer a true feel for the region. We strongly believe in the value of a good night's sleep and our accommodation reflects this. We also like to have somewhere comfortable to relax after the day's activities.

Transport

We're really focused on ensuring that we spend as little time as possible sitting in vehicles, and that we optimise your vacation for adventuring in the great outdoors. Our average driving time is just over two hours a day, and we make plenty of stops for bathroom breaks and sightseeing along the way. We use modern, comfortable 15-passenger vans for all of our transfers and a second van is added to most departures to provide more flexibility and more room to spread out while seeing the sights! Make no mistake - our trips are not typical bus tour vacation packages! Picture more of a road trip with family complete with good music, tasty snacks, and plenty of guide-supplied fun facts along the way to keep you entertained!

Meals

Just about all your meals are included when you travel with Austin Adventures in North America. We provide a wide variety of cuisine - breakfasts are typically eaten at your hotel on your own time in the morning before meeting up with the group. Lunches feature everything from elaborate picnics to roadside cafes to sandwiches trailside. Dinners are usually eaten at our hotel's dining room or a local restaurant with plenty of options to choose from. We easily cater to vegetarians, picky kids, and people with particular dietary needs. All our guides have food safety certificates and are well-practiced in the art of food prep and serving while on-the-move. You'll find the meals are a real highlight of your trip!

All Guiding Services

Each trip features two or three incredible guides and our average guest to guide ratio is 6:1. Our guests are often drawn to North America by the beautiful scenic landscapes, promise of wilderness and clean air - and there's no doubt you'll find all that, though what you may not be expecting is to forge real, genuine friendships with your fellow tripmates, including our wonderful guides. They're hands-down the BEST guides you'll ever come across.

Activities

Any activity described in our itinerary, such as hiking, rafting, horseback riding, kayaking and biking, are included in your trip cost. Our itineraries are pretty jam-packed to maximize our time spent exploring in these amazing places, and your guides will make it clear if there are additional activities available (at your expense).

How many people are there on each of our North America trips?

We get a real variety of people on our trips and they all seem to have one thing in common – a love of the outdoors! Our trips can accommodate up to 22 guests, depending on each departure. Our adult-only departures require a minimum age of 16 years and generally feature a mix of singles, couples and friends, and our family departures require a minimum age of 6 years to join (7 years on our Alaska Family Adventure) and are a great way to meet other like-minded families who like to get outside.
Please note child rates apply to children 12 years and under.

Do you charge a forced single supplement if I'm a solo traveller?

We regularly accommodate single guests on our group trips and there’s no forced single supplement if you don’t mind sharing a room (you might even get a room to yourself sometimes). If you prefer not to share a room at all, you can upgrade to a single room.
PLEASE NOTE: If you book within 90 days and you’re a Forced single, you’ll be required to pay for your own room.

If I book a trip with my children, will I be sharing a room with them?

Active Adventures & Austin Adventures family vacations are naturally about spending time with family and as such, most families opt to share rooms on our trips. At time of booking, families consisting of four guests with children aged 17 and under will be automatically assigned one shared room. However, the following alternative rooming allocations are available:

  • Families consisting of four guests with all children aged 13 and above are welcome to opt for additional rooms as per advertised double occupancy adult rates.
  • Families consisting of four guests with at least one child aged 12 and under are automatically assigned a shared room. However, families can opt to pay the adult rates for all guests in their family to have an additional room.
  • The same principles apply for families consisting of more than four guests.

Rooming preferences are subject to availability and must be communicated in writing at time of booking. Automatic assignments as per this policy will be applied in the absence of any specification provided by guests. Any request for additional rooms during trips will be at the guests’ own expense and subject to rates made available by the accommodation provider at the time. All minors (guests aged 17 and under) must be accompanied by at least one adult.

What if I need a special diet?

We’re accustomed to catering to the following special diets:

  • vegan (no meat or animal products)
  • vegetarian (no meat products)
  • pescatarian (vegetarian, and eat fish)
  • no red meat (eat chicken & fish)
  • no pork (eat chicken & fish)
  • gluten intolerant (no wheat, rye, barley or oats)
  • lactose intolerant (no dairy products)
  • picky kids (send us a list of what your child will eat and we'll make sure to have it!)
You will get the opportunity to specify your particular requirements when you fill in your travel wallet. If you have any other dietary requirements please let us know well in advance, via email or the online travel wallet.

 

How much luggage can I bring on the North America trips?

You'll need one piece of luggage, plus a daypack. Your main piece of luggage can be a soft sided duffel or a suitcase with wheels, and you'll need a good quality 18-24 liter daypack to carry with you throughout the days on the trails.

As far as extra luggage goes, if there's not too much (such as one small extra bag per person) then it shouldn't be a problem to fit it in our luggage trailer during the trip. If you've got more than that, then all major airports have luggage facilities available on a weekly basis, or if you are staying at a pre-trip hotel they may be able to store it for you until you return too.

How much spending money should I bring and where do I get cash?

You'll be able to find a reliable ATM once you arrive to start your trip, within the township or at the airport you land in, as national park ATM locations are sparse at best. Aside from tips for your guides, you could bring $200 and go home with change though some people like to bring some cash to cover a round of drinks, a few souvenirs, and dinner on "night on your own", although you could just as easily use a credit card for these purchases too.

What are your recommended guide gratuity guidelines?

You will have 2-3 guides on your Austin Adventure (depending on group size) and we recommend $15-25 per day, per guest, per guide. Typically, gratuities are offered by check or cash in local currency on the final morning of the trip and can either be given to each guide individually or to one guide to be equally distributed. Most of our guides these days also accept gratuities via Venmo (please note this app does not work in Canada). All dining, housekeeping and activity tips are included in your trip price.

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Experience adventure the way you want

You’ll be inspired and exhilarated, enjoying mind-blowing scenery on foot, in a sea kayak, or by bike - all at your own pace. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime.

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We're proud of our Kiwi roots and you’ll love our professional, warm and relaxed style of hosting. Plus, we’re always here to help with planning, travel, bookings... even hiking boot recommendations!

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Every detail covered, to maximise your time

As soon as your trip starts, we've got everything covered – top notch meals, comfortable transport, superb accommodation, amazing guides and INCREDIBLE service.

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Group travel for those who aren’t ‘group travellers’

With our small groups of typically no more than 14 (up to 18 max), you'll get to know our team, your fellow travellers, and have the flexibility and freedom to do as much (or as little!) as you like. It’s all about going at your own pace.

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Explore hidden gems through our expert local guides

All our carefully selected guides are highly experienced and have deep personal connections to nature and culture. You’ll enjoy a special experience, authentic local knowledge and an adventure like no other.

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4.85 out of 5 from 6493 reviews. That’s pretty solid.

We could hang around all day telling you how wonderful our trips are... but the best people to hear it from are our guests themselves.