New Zealand: Guided 17-Day South Island Tour with Camping
ID: GYG817186-1300950
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Country: New Zealand
Duration:
17 days
Description
Fall in love with the remote golden bays, sparkling turquoise waters, dramatic coves, rugged coastlines & world-famous alpine crossings that make up this amazing highlights package in the South Island
Our guided small group tour starts in quaint Akaroa, a beautiful harbour village with a fascinating history and a 'fantastique' French vibe.
From here, we cross the Canterbury Plains before entering the world famous Arthurs Pass National Park, a spectacular alpine region of lakes, rivers, and jagged mountains.
Once across the 'great divide' and 'over on' the West Coast of the South Island, we drive as far north as we can, through small coastal settlements, swathes of ancient native forest and on past picturesque bays and lagoons before spending an optional day exploring fantastic limestone caves in the Kahurangi National Park.
We then head inland alongside the impossibly turquoise waters of the Buller Gorge, capture the famous 'jetty scene' in Nelson Lakes National Park, before veering north to spend several days in remote Golden Bay and the extraordinary Abel Tasman National Park.
Our last few days are spent in and around the magnificent Marlborough Sounds, before we board a ferry and cross the Cook Strait.
We disembark in Wellington, New Zealand’s vibrant capital city at the bottom of the North Island.
Highlights
- Travel with up to 10 like-minded passengers on this boutique tour with 2 guides
- Walk, swim, sail and/or kayak in Abel Tasman National Park for 2 full days
- Marvel at Punakaiki's and Oparara's phenomenal rock formations
- Leave your own footprints at remote Wharariki Beach and Farewell Spit
- Sail through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds on an afternoon cruise
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Bring layers for changing weather (check our website under 'Planning and Packing' for a suggested kit list)
Be prepared for moderate physical activity
View the 'Terms of Trade' on our website
View our 'FAQ's' on our website
Tour will proceed with minimum of six (6) passengers
Pick up from Christchurch upon request (designated time and place on 25th Mar) - please contact us directly to arrange, or meet at the Akaroa Top 10 Holiday Park. We will meet you at reception.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
