Active Adventure
Enjoy 25 years of local knowledge paired with surpassing attention to detail with Active Adventures unmatched, all-inclusive trips exploring the most beautiful landscapes of New Zealand and Australia.
It’s nearly impossible to pinpoint what makes an Active Adventures trip so incredible. Perhaps it’s the all-encompassing service their guides thrive on, ensuring your morning coffee is made to perfection and your favourite local wine finds its way to the dinner table. Or perhaps it’s the surprises high on mountain-tops, when you thought life couldn’t get more magical.
The secret to such impeccable experiences is simple - tried and tested adventures. Every Active Adventures trip has been hand-crafted, with attention to detail so thorough it’s as if Mother Nature herself is in on it. Bus rides take a back seat as you hike, bike and kayak your way around hidden landscapes. Top this with stunning accommodation and excellent dining and you have an adventure like no other.
Plus, with Active Adventures Assurance, you can change travel dates and plans any time prior to 30 days before departure and you’re covered if travel restrictions deter your plans.
While Active Adventures now runs trips across the globe, from the heights of the Himalayas to the enchanting underwater world of the Galapagos, they started with humble beginnings exploring the seemingly just out of reach landscapes of New Zealand. If you’ve been dreaming of joining an adventure you’ll be remembering for years to come; you’ve arrived at the right place.
Strap on those hiking boots and get ready for your once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
1 - WEST COAST ADVENTURE: GECKO
- 5 days
- Hiking focused
Giving adventure travel a new meaning, on the 'Gecko', you'll embrace days filled with breathtaking activities and nights spent relaxing in top-notch accommodation. As you journey down the West Coast, you'll meet locals, enjoy little-known hikes and bask in towns that have seemingly forgotten words like 'stress' and 'hurry'. Each morning, wake up in awe of your surroundings, well rested from the depth of comfort present at each of the hand-picked retreats.
Starting in Christchurch and travelling through Arthur's Pass to Punakaiki, you'll immediately see why the South Island of New Zealand is known for its rugged beauty. Watch the waves crash against the astonishing Pancake Rocks, follow in the footsteps of gold miners as you hike a portion of the Inland Track and get to know New Zealand's unique birdlife as you kayak the calm waters of Okarito Lagoon.
Your adventure does not stop here. Over the next few days, you'll witness the magnificent glowworm, hike around the picturesque Lake Matheson showcasing mirrored views of Mt. Cook, see Milford Sound from above on a scenic flight and enjoy an optional Heli-hike on Franz Josef Glacier.
The West Coast has long been an adventurer's paradise, yet now more than ever, you can discover the dramatic glacier meets sea landscapes found nowhere else on the planet – without the crowds.
Highlights:
Witness the mesmerising Pancake Kayak amongst native birdlife in Lagoon Hike a portion of the Inland Pack and Lake Matheson Enjoy a scenic flight over Milford Embark on an optional Heli-hike on Josef Glacier