4 Stars (381 reviews)
Trip was great! Was a fun mix of activities. Although not as good as the South Island trip. That is not a reflection of Kim and Holly or Active Adventures - but more the beauty of the South Island and the other travelers on the trip. And this trip was only 5 days vs 14 days so we bonded more with people on the South Island trip.
Ultimate North Island Adventure, January 2023
Dawn, United States
4 Stars (381 reviews)
Jeff and I enjoyed the family feel of the trip. We were amazed at the care take in preparing meals and yet it never seemed to get in the way of activities. I enjoyed learning about the flora and fauna of New Zealand as we hiked. The mountain biking was a lot of fun and felt magical at times underneath the pines. The cave tubing was invigorating and seeing the glow worms was spectacular! It was scary to jump of small waterfalls in the dark with the water rushing around and tugging at my feet, but the guides were very skilled at keeping the experience from feeling too far out of my comfort zone. They offered enough support for me to feel confident that I could do what I needed to do.
Ultimate North Island Adventure, January 2023
Mary, United States
4 Stars (381 reviews)
The Active Adventure tour for New Zealand's North Island was an amazing experience both with the natural beauty of the country and with the culture of its people. I was surprised at how tropical the island was with its vegetation and climate. People who had been there incorrectly let me think that New Zealand was more like Ireland. It was actually a lot more like Costa Rica without the poisonous snakes and sloths. The geological phenomena driven by plate tectonic activity and the volcanoes was also a very new experience.
I highly recommend both the experience and Active Adventures as a tour company and guide to such a beautiful place.
Ultimate North Island Adventure, January 2023
Kevin, United States
4 Stars (381 reviews)
I loved my tour of the North Island of NZ! Our tour guides were amazing and the sites were awesome!
Ultimate North Island Adventure, December 2022
Robb, United States
5 Stars (381 reviews)
This trip exceeded my expectations. I did activities i never dreamed of doing like sand boarding and mountain biking and they were exciting. The hikes were all scenic, some were testing all were enjoyable. Food accommodation and organisation exceptional.
Ultimate North Island Adventure, November 2022
Linda, United Kingdom
4 Stars (381 reviews)
After three previous trips to the South Island, I was interested to travel the North Island, and the Kauri trip exceeded my expectations. While the usual fantastic Active Adventures' features were again apparent - great guides (Lauren & Johnathon), great food, and great accommodations, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed some of the more cultural experiences, especially the evening Maori guided walk through the Waipoua Kauri forest which was simply magical. Other highlights of the trip for me were the sand boarding on the dunes at Te Pouahi Reserve, snorkelling at the Poor Knights Islands, and black water rafting through the Waitomo Caves. It was unfortunate that we weren't able to do the Tongariro Crossing due to weather conditions, but even that didn't dampen my overall enjoyment of this great trip.
Ultimate North Island Adventure, November 2022
Catriona, Australia
5 Stars (381 reviews)
I thoroughly enjoyed my Ultimate North trip with Koru and Lauren, despite the miserable weather we encountered, which caused the cancellation of some activities, yet they were able to come up with suitable alternatives. The walk on Urupukapuka Island was memorable. Having a Maori guide added so much to the richness of our experience. Thanks guys, I will be back.
Ultimate North Island Adventure, October 2022
Alan, Australia
5 Stars (381 reviews)
Most exciting and challenging adventure trip I've ever taken. A solid five-stars. We hiked, biked, snorkeled and subterranean-tubed all over New Zealand's beautiful north island. The sights during the19 Km Tongariro Alpine Crossing were amazing. Our guides, Liana and Lauren, were the best. Both are fountains of New Zealand cultural and archeological history. They kept us safe and anticipated all of our needs. If I find the right woman, I'll bring her to New Zealand with me for another Active Adventures trip!!
Ultimate North Island Adventure, June 2020
David, United States