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Banks Track

Banks Track

Banks Track, NZ's original private walking track, has delighted visitors since 1989. It offers a glimpse of rural NZ by inviting you into our backyard. You will walk along Banks Track on farm tracks and following forest routes, over an extinct volcano with views of Akaroa Harbour and the Pacific Ocean. Banks Track traverses coast and cliffs, through reserves and rural landscapes. Get up close and personal with a variety of native and exotic birds and wildlife including seals, penguins, lambs and geckos. Each nights accommodation reflects the landowners personality, offering you hot showers and flush toilets alongside the special character of property. We offer private rooms, free penguin...
Banks Track Two Day Hikers Option

Banks Track Two Day Hikers Option

For the fitter and faster walkers who prefer to spend more time walking, our Two Day Hikers Option follows the same Banks Track route as the Three Day Classic Walk, bypassing a night in Flea Bay. You will hike with your pack. Banks Track is a spectacular two day hike. The track combines hill, forest, and coastal walking at their best, making this a great option for those who like to spend much of their day hiking. This is our hiker’s option and a high level of fitness is required as the 31 kms includes a lot of hill walking. The Banks Track climbs from sea level to nearly 700m twice.
Godley Head Scenic Drive and Guided Walking Tour

Godley Head Scenic Drive and Guided Walking Tour

Godley Head is an exciting and rugged destination located at the far end of the Port Hills, overlooking Lyttelton Harbour and Christchurch. On this unforgettable day tour, you can expect uninterrupted and breathtaking views of Lyttelton Harbour, Christchurch, and beyond. The area is steeped in history and is dotted with remnants of New Zealand’s World War II defences. This is a must-visit location for anyone travelling to Christchurch. Join us to explore this unique and memorable area with one of our friendly local guides.
Hassle-free Tours

Hassle-free Tours

Offering unique tours of Christchurch and Canterbury, Hassle-free Tours believe that a tour is about more than just spectacular scenery. Their friendly and knowledgeable team aim to create memorable experiences that will last a life-time. A favourite among visitors to New Zealand is the unique Lord of the Rings Tour, which ventures into the Canterbury high country for an exciting 4WD ride to the filming location of Edoras, the capital city for the Rohan people in the film trilogy. Hassle-free Tours look forward to welcoming you on board soon.
Mt Cook Glacier Guiding

Mt Cook Glacier Guiding

Combine the excitement of walking on a remote part of New Zealand's biggest glacier with the thrill of breathtaking scenic helicopter flight and spectacular views of New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook. Fly in either by helicopter or ski plane past Aoraki/Mt Cook. Go high alpine snowshoeing in a snowy white wilderness at over 2100m with your professional guide. Try an adrenaline-pumping ice climb in the heart of the Tasman Glacier. After a thrilling helicopter flight to the best ice climbing location, our expert guides will quickly teach you how to master basic crampon and ice axe techniques. All of our guides are certified through the internationally recognised New Zealand...
NZ Winter Landscape Photo Tour - August - 7 days

NZ Winter Landscape Photo Tour - August - 7 days

From Christchurch, the itinerary takes you to Mt White Station where we have exclusive access to the private high country station set deep in the Southern Alps. From here we'll journey to the Ashburton lakes area, which has the most stunning winter landscapes, everything from high mountain views, alpine lakes, and beautiful rivers to elegantly placed trees in the landscape. Our last leg will be to Aoraki Mt Cook. Here we will be staying at the luxurious Hermitage, and will explore the National Park which contains our iconic highest peak. Highlights include braided rivers, snow-covered Southern Alps, frosty high country landscapes, Lakes Heron and Clearwater and Aoraki, Mt Cook National Park.
Pohatu Penguins - 24 hour Pohatu Package Farmstay

Pohatu Penguins - 24 hour Pohatu Package Farmstay

Only an hour and half away from Christchurch is Akaroa & the departure of our package tour to spend a night in the tranquil bay of Pohatu. Our guides drive you to and from the bay by comfortable 4WD vans. You get plenty of free time to swim, explore or relax in our beautiful area with plenty to see and do. Get a free evening penguin tour in season to learn about the White Flippered penguin and the conservation to preserve penguins & other species. The next morning you have the possibility to kayak & discover the wildlife in the sheltered bay and the spectacular outer coast of Pohatu Marine Reserve. Our accommodations includes full cooking and eating facilities, all bedding, linen and...
Pōhatu Penguins - 2-Hour Nature Tour - Discover the backcountry of Akaroa

Pōhatu Penguins - 2-Hour Nature Tour - Discover the backcountry of Akaroa

By 4WD mini-van & with many photo-stops en route, view Akaroa Harbour in its entirety, stand on crater rim at our 700m view point & learn about the history of this beautiful area by local guides who have lived here for up to 5 generations. Visit Pohatu Bay on the outercoast, panoramic views all the way down, working sheep farm & penguin colony. Get great photos of our friendly pet sheep which you can also feed by hand for a real kiwi experience. Then come with us as we monitor penguin nesting sites (only in season) & learn of the conservation work we do in the largest colony of Little Penguins on mainland New Zealand. Other native species are seen on the tour so great option for the keen...
Pohatu Penguins - 4WD Scenic Sea-kayaking Safari

Pohatu Penguins - 4WD Scenic Sea-kayaking Safari

After a scenic 4WD van trip over the 2nd highest pass on Banks Peninsula to Pohatu Marine Reserve our large fleet of safe stable doubles and some singles will give you the opportunity to enjoy this beautiful location in a way that only kayaking can allow. You will be taken on a wildlife adventure to find various seabirds, see curious New Zealand fur seals with pups playing in rocks pools, Little penguins and possibly even spot the world's smallest dolphin gliding under your kayak. There is much to see and explore, even the inexperienced can enjoy under the guidance of our experienced knowledgeable guides. On very calm days, deep sea-caves can be explored and for the more fit the wild...
Pōhatu Penguins - Hike and Sea-kayaking Combo - Banks Peninsula

Pōhatu Penguins - Hike and Sea-kayaking Combo - Banks Peninsula

Perfect option for those who have a good level of fitness and wish to spend more time in Pohatu Bay natural environment. Departure in Akaroa by our booking office, be transported by 4WD mini-van to the beginning of a 3 hours hiking trail (regular to relaxed pace). With a map and instructions from your guide you will, at your leisure, walk down part of the famous Banks Track through ancient red beech tree forest and tree ferns to Pohatu Bay. Along the way discover many waterfalls and listen to native bird songs and visit the prehistoric forest of Tutakakahikura Scenic Reserve with trees over 400 years old. Once arrived at the Bay you have access to a fully equipped kitchen and bathroom...
Pōhatu Penguins - Wildside Discovery Tour of Banks Peninsula (Half-day tour)

Pōhatu Penguins - Wildside Discovery Tour of Banks Peninsula (Half-day tour)

Our Nature safari offers stunning views of Akaroa Harbour, the outer coast, the endless Pacific Ocean, farm land, forested hillsides and scenic reserves. Visit the prehistoric forest of Tutakakahikura reserve and the spectacular cliff-tops of Akaroa Heads Lighthouse Reserve. After complimentary afternoon tea you will be greeted by sheep that you can feed by hand for a real kiwi experience. Learn about the inspiring self funded conservation effort that saved the penguins from extinction from the area. In season see White-Flippered Penguins up close as we monitor nesting sites and from December to February you might even be able to witness rehabilitation programme as Pohatu Penguins have a...
The Adventurer - Haupapa/Tasman Glacier Heli-hike Mount Cook

The Adventurer - Haupapa/Tasman Glacier Heli-hike Mount Cook

You fly in to your drop off point on a remote part of the glacier. Your guide will outfit you with special ice spikes for your feet, called crampons, which are designed for glacier conditions. Then you’ll explore ice formations, following your guide as s/he cuts steps in the glacier, using skills handed down from New Zealand’s mountain pioneers. Your trip finishes with another spectacular scenic flight back to our Aoraki/Mt. Cook base. Time on the ice is up to 2 hours, weather permitting. Cost includes two scenic flights, guide, quality leather boots, socks, gators, snow shoes, harness (if required), walking poles, jacket & over-trousers and gloves.
The Akaroa Walk

The Akaroa Walk

The Akaroa Walk is an icon among New Zealand walking tours. At 40 km, it is a very achievable journey over 3 days of fantastic scenery, taking you from Christchurch, the Gateway to the South Island, to the charming historic settlement of Akaroa on Banks Peninsula. This tour offers spectacular panoramic views from the crest of the Crater Rim walkway, a stroll amongst ancient totara forest on the Otepatotu Reserve Track and a close-up view of the twin volcanic craters of the Lyttelton and Akaroa Harbours and the many smaller bays and coves that surround them. The tour includes all meals and accommodation , portage of luggage and the services of a knowledgeable local guide throughout.
The Cool Climber - Tasman Glacier Ice Climbing Mount Cook

The Cool Climber - Tasman Glacier Ice Climbing Mount Cook

Take in awe-inspiring views of New Zealand’s alpine scenery on your stunning helicopter flight. Watch for the Tasman Glacier lake and marvel at the spectacular Hochstetter Icefall. On this trip you receive personalized ice climbing instruction. Using ice tools and the front points of your crampons, you climb vertical and at times overhanging ice walls and pinnacles always safely secured by a top rope attached to your harness. A good fitness level is required but no experience necessary. Cost includes two scenic flights, guide, specialised mountaineering boots, climbing boots, socks, gators, crampons, ice axes, technical gear, walking poles, jacket and over-trousers, gloves, special...
The Wigley: Top of the Tasman Glacier Hike

The Wigley: Top of the Tasman Glacier Hike

Your snow shoeing adventure starts with a scenic flight to 2200 metres (7200 ft) onboard your ski plane. Marvel as the rock and ice debris transforms to glistening white. You may even see an iceberg in the glacier lake. Equipped with snowshoes, walking poles, harness and other equipment, you are ready to explore ice formations in this ever-changing environment; you’re in the heart and birthplace of New Zealand mountaineering. Your flight home tracks down the eastern side of New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook and the stunning Hochstetter icefall. Cost includes two scenic flights, guide, quality leather boots, socks, gators, snow shoes, harness (if required), walking poles, jacket...
Walking and Hiking Tours | Adventure South NZ

Walking and Hiking Tours | Adventure South NZ

Our hiking adventures take you to some of the most remote and beautiful locations in New Zealand. Discover the remote trails of Ben Lomond Station, the Southern Alps, Hollyford, Humpridge and Rakiura Tracks; the coastal wonders of the Queen Charlotte, Abel Tasman and Northland trails, as well as the dramatic tarns and barren landscapes of the Tongariro Crossing. With some of the most off-the-beaten-track trekking opportunities in New Zealand, you can choose from a range of easy to challenging treks ranging from comfort to true back-country style. Best of all, our trips include accommodation, most meals, and transport so there won’t be any surprise hidden expenses while you’re on your trip.
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