4 Stars (239 reviews)
I loved the New Zealand scenery, the New Zealanders we met, and the hiking tracks we walked. This is not a hard-to-do hiking/kayaking trip. And it is so much better than seeing the country from a 60 passenger bus. If you don't want to drive, then this is the best way to see New Zealand!
New Zealand Walking Adventure, March 2015
Linda, United States
5 Stars (239 reviews)
This experience was better than expected. A magnificent country with incredibly friendly people all packaged up in an extremely well organized trip at a very reasonable cost. Just about the right amount of hiking with terrains that a reasonably fit senior (65 yrs old) can handle. The food was very good, plentiful, frequent and included lots of locally grown products. Rachel always seemed to have a treat in her back pocket. Despite that, with all the fresh air and exercise I still managed to lose a couple pounds. The bus was comfortable and sometimes we would have to ride a couple hours or more between destinations, but the scenery was fantastic and Dave was a very capable driver and full of knowledge that he shared. Some of his jokes were even pretty good. The accommodations were at times abit rustic but always clean and we didn't expect to stay at the Ritz in the wilderness of the south island. Shared bathrooms were not the highlight of the trip, but worked out just fine. As for our tour guides Dave and Rachel, we couldn't have asked for anyone to be more knowledgable, helpful or friendly. I would not hesitate to recommend active adventures for a trip to the south island of New Zealand!
New Zealand Walking Adventure, March 2015
Steve, United States
5 Stars (239 reviews)
This trip was far better than I expected. A 'tour' can be off-putting for independent 50-something year-olds, but the Kiwi trip guides kept us moving and engaged. We had so many experiences exploring rainforests, glaciers, rivers, fiords, through hiking, boating, and kayaking. You really do come home feeling energized and rejuvenated.
New Zealand Walking Adventure, March 2015
Nancy, United States
5 Stars (239 reviews)
It's hard for me to imagine how this trip could have been more enjoyable. The spectacular New Zealand scenery could stand alone as making the trip worthwhile, but add to that the knowledge, cordiality, and plain hard work of our guides (Amanda and Dave), and the friendships formed with interesting folks in our group, this trip was truly "over the top".
New Zealand Walking Adventure, February 2015
Dave, United States
5 Stars (239 reviews)
I never tired of the beautiful views from all parts of the country. I loved the waterfalls. The flowers and greenery were awesome. The mountains are so different than what I have seen before that I couldn't see enough. Everything so different than what we have here in my home state of Missouri.
New Zealand Walking Adventure, January 2015
Marilyn, United States
5 Stars (239 reviews)
Amazing trip! My family and I loved it! Perfect way to see and explore the South Island.
New Zealand Walking Adventure, January 2015
Ben, United States
4 Stars (239 reviews)
The style of this holiday was a perfect fit for me. I like to be kept busy and to spend my time outside. I loved staying in a variety of different accommodations in scenic places and loved the food prepared by our Guides.
New Zealand Walking Adventure, January 2015
Judy, United States
4 Stars (239 reviews)
Great and excellent trip! Friendly people, the guides were cheerful, knowledgeable and were very caring of us (Amanda and Dave)! There were so awesome landscapes (To see the Mt Cook the first day of 2015 in sun Wow)! I had much fun than I've expected! So I would really recommend this trip!
New Zealand Walking Adventure, January 2015
Thomas, France