Location of Adventure

South Island, New Zealand

Group Size Limit

Approximately 12 Travelers
A very important feature of our New Zealand ecotourism expedition is the limited group size, as nature travel is best experienced with a small group of travelers.

Our Specialized 4x4 Land Rovers and Land Cruisers

 

Our Private Leaders

 

Included

Accommodations, meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on final day, bottled water, services of NHA Expedition Leader, local guides and lodge staff, most gratuities, airport transfers on Day 1 and final day, permits and entrance fees, all taxes.

Not Included

Travel to and from start and end point of trip, alcoholic beverages, some gratuities, passport and visa fees, optional activities, items of a personal nature (phone calls, laundry, etc.), airline baggage fees, airport and departure taxes, optional travel insurance.

Physical Requirements

Moderate / Flexible
This trip involves walking distances of approximately 1-2 miles but can include longer walks and hikes for those who desire. Some long drives are involved, and we will spend time on boats out on the open sea, where conditions may be rough. A nighttime kiwi-spotting walk will involve a boat ride, followed by about a one mile night hike over slippery, uneven terrain with some steep inclines.

Important Information About This Trip

The South Island of New Zealand is vast and varied, and we attempt to take in as much of this beautiful land as possible without rushing, from mountain passes to ocean fjords (some long drives are involved). Our Expedition Leader knows the land and its flora and fauna intimately as well as its less-visited sites.

Getting There & Getting Home

Please note that this trip begins and ends in two different cities. Arrive in Christchurch in time for a 6 pm orientation at the George Hotel. For those travelers who wish to participate in the optional Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Canterbury Museum tour, plan to arrive in Christchurch no later than 1:30 pm on Day 1.  You may depart Dunedin any time on the final day. We can serve you best if Natural Habitat Adventures’ Travel Desk makes these reservations for you, as they are intimately familiar with the special requirements of this program and can arrange the most efficient and cost effective travel for you.