5 Stars (29 reviews)
As a novice tramper the Takahe 5 day tour challenged, excited and filled me with admiration for my home land, New Zealand. All the Great Walks of New Zealand tracks were different with the Ben Lomand track at the end of the trip, the 'gut buster' for me personally. The views and sense of achievement were worth it though. The moody Doubtful Sound was a true highlight and extraordinarily beautiful in the low cloud and mists. All the tracks were completely different in terms of the vegetation, views and level of fitness needed to complete them, but that meant you didn't get complacent about them. Sharing the experiences with our two wonderful, professional, friendly and encouraging guides was the icing on the cake. Kim and Ruby exuded enthusiasm and nothing was too much trouble for them. I'm sure our whole group put on weight, even with all the exertion during the day, due to Ruby's special home baked cookies and beautifully cooked and presented meals. Kim's in-depth knowledge of the areas we visited was exemplary. I also thought the professionalism of the booking staff prior to the trip itself was of a very high standard. I have no hesitation in recommending this trip to anyone and on only my first day back from the trip, am already looking at other Active Adventure trips I can do.
Great Walks of New Zealand, January 2021
Gael, New Zealand
4 Stars (29 reviews)
Kim and Ruby were a terrific combination of knowledgable, professional, flexible, fun and genuine. They made the trip special.
Great Walks of New Zealand, March 2020
Nadine, United States
5 Stars (29 reviews)
Our first trip to NZ was made all the better by the Active Adventure trip. Our guides- Kim and Ruby were enthusiastic, helpful, funny, knowledgeable, brilliant, experienced, encouraging, sympathetic (to old peoples aches and pains), professional and great cooks. The scenery, trails and landscape of NZ are well known. Being able to experience that with guides who love the outdoors with the kind of reverence they both showed is a special treat. The trips were well organized, a good challenge for the 60 somethings but not 'too much'. The meals were delicious - our favorite was the one Ruby cooked. Thanks to two lovely young women for making the beautiful south island that much more wonderful.
Great Walks of New Zealand, March 2020
Anne, United States
5 Stars (29 reviews)
Our trip with Active Adventures was awesome. Even with my arthritic feet I was able to most of the hiking. The beauty around us took my breath away. The organisation from Active Adventures and our guides - Lauren and Kim - was excellent.
Would highly recommend the company.
Great Walks of New Zealand, November 2018
Jane, South Africa
5 Stars (29 reviews)
We truly enjoyed the different routes that we went on each day offering us a glimpse of all the great walks.
I have sent a detailed report already to Lynette
Great Walks of New Zealand, November 2018
Jane, South Africa