Active New Zealand
From CAD $2,615
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
This trip sees you exploring magical valleys, gigantic glaciers and truly lovely lakes. From Arthur’s Pass to Wanaka & Fox Glacier (and a 4-day stint in Queenstown!) - you’re in for a thrill-packed ride. With plenty of hiking, biking, skydiving, stargazing and lake exploration to channel your energy into. And enough incredible views to clog up your camera reel - this is adventure done right.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Dinner (D)
Included Experience
- Glenorchy: Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife as you hike up the side of this breathtaking mountain and bond with your group. This simply is a Queenstown must-do.
- Glenorchy: Come learn about the incredible work that goes behind conserving NZ's unique wildlife on this talk. With around 80,000 native species (many found nowhere else), it’s a biodiversity jackpot. But all the introduced mammals have wreaked havoc, pushing native species to the brink. That’s where the Routeburn Dart Wildlife Trust steps in, leading predator control efforts to save them. (Now you see why Kiwis are such eco-warriors!).
Trip Details
Product Code: 34861
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+, Luxury
Tour Operator:
Contiki (CA)
Supplier Code: 602.2223A
Starts: Christchurch (Nz), New Zealand
Finishes: Christchurch (Nz), New Zealand
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2,615 ($291 /day)
Itinerary
Hello & welcome adventurers! We kick off our journey right here in Christchurch (Ōtautahi), famous for its botanical gardens, cycle routes and sumptuous dining spots. With no time to waste, we’ll hit the road to our very first stop, Arthur's Pass. Driving through Arthurs Pass National Park and Westland Tai Poutini National Park, we’ll make a quick stop for refreshments and take in all the magical alpine scenery. Lunch breaks are rarely ever this scenic. So make sure your camera’s fully charged when we hit Hokitika. And, here we are - in the Fox Glacier (Te Moeka o Tuawe)! Come bond with your crew over a delicious 2-course dinner and then catch some sleep for the big day tomorrow.
Accommodation: Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
Time to get exploring! Here at Fox Glacier, you’ll have the chance to look around on foot, sure, but the action doesn’t stop there. That’s right, you’ll have the opportunity to take an E-bike tour or even better, get an absolutely spectacular view of the glacier from a helicopter (!). We’ve satisfied our inner adventurer, now it’s time to satisfy our hungry tummies. Tonight, we’ll grab some dinner at a rustic 150-year-old hotel (with the mountains as our backdrop!). And then it’s back to our hotel to rest our travel-tired limbs.
Accommodation: A conveniently located hostel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Another morning waking up to breathtaking natural beauty. How lucky are we? Today is yours to spend, just the way you like. Grab some breakfast at one of the many local cafes here. Via ferrata, kayaking, skydiving - there’s so much for us adrenaline junkies here. In the evening, you can join us for a cruise of the stunning Lake Wānaka. What a way to end the day.
Accommodation: A conveniently located hostel
Morning, daredevils. We’ve got some more exploration to do today. You can grab some breakfast in town before we hop onto our coach towards our next destination. Nothing spells adventure like jumping off a bridge. And you best believe, that’s exactly what we’re doing at the world’s first commercial bungy jumping site. Plus, the view of the crystal blue river is a sight in itself. It really is an experience for a lifetime. Hungry? Luckily, the historic gold mining town of Arrowtown (Kā Muriwai) has a spot or two to satisfy the rumble. Our home for the coming few days? The adventure capital of the world! Tonight you can choose to wine & dine atop of the highest restaurant in Queenstown, Skyline. We’ve got 4 days of non-stop adventure ahead of us. So rest up!
Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar)
Wakey wakey, we’re up and out bright and early today to get a head start on one of the best hikes in New Zealand. Yup, today we’re taking on the Routeburn Track. The world famous Routeburn Track: 19 km of jaw-dropping mountain views and plenty of chats with your crew in a seriously picturesque setting. What more could you ask for? Well, how about us taking care of your tickets, so you can save all your brainpower for the trek? We’re already a step ahead. Oh, and did we mention you’ll get the inside scoop on the Routeburn’s incredible wildlife and the conservation efforts making it all possible? You have a free night tonight, so you can either sample Queenstown’s laid-back-yet-legendary nightlife… or you can hit the hay and dream about what a wonderful day you just had. The call is yours.
Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Today is yours to spend however you like – you can explore in your own way, or join us on an optional boat trip, vineyard tour, e-biking experience, ziplining adventure and adventure canyoning. (Safe to say adventure with a capital A lies in store for us.)Please Note: The Free Time Add Ons which take place on Day 6 & Day 7 can be booked for either day through your Trip Manager.
Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Another day, another catapult… skydive… bungy jump… Yup, there’s loads more optional activities in store for us today, so make sure you eat all your morning oats – it’s gonna be a big one. And if you wanna explore Queenstown your way? You're welcome to! (We’re all about freedom here.) Dinner's on us tonight, so come hungry!
Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Queenstown, it’s been a blast but we’ve gotta be off now. We’re making our way to even more mesmerising views. Twizel is a worthy stop-off on any NZ trip. Luckily, this is where you'll munch on some lunch (surrounded by enchanting natural beauty). It's a feast for your tummy and your eyes... It's hike time! Hike underneath the incredible Aoraki Mount Cook AKA Aotearoa New Zealand's highest mountain. It's one of NZ's most famous hiking tracks. Or as the Kiwis call it - 'tramping tracks'. Staying on the edge of one of NZ's most photographed lakes, we’ll arrive into the glacier-fed beauty of Tekapo. Tonight, you have the option to wind down inside a hot pool (surrounded by alpine scenery).
Accommodation: The Godley Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
You know it’s a good morning when you wake up to unreal lake views. And today, you have the chance to see it all from above with the famous Grand Traverse Flight! Next, we’ll get a move on, making our way back to Christchurch. This quaint farming town is the gateway to the oh-so-stunning central & southern lakes and the Canterbury plains too. (P.S. It’s a great stop to try local jams, chutneys, juices and cheeses!). It’s time to say goodbye (sadly). What an adrenaline & scenery-packed ride it has been! But not to worry, because we’ll be back again another time, in another place, for another adventure. That’s what life’s about, right?
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
Contiki (CA)
Contiki is a New Zealand-based tour company that caters to 18 to 35-year-olds, offering over 350 different tours in over 75 countries in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.[1] It is a subsidiary of The Travel Corporation. Its tours historically had a reputation for partying;[2][3] however, it also operates wellness trips culturally immersive experiences that focus less on alcohol, which are more popular with Generation Z.[4] The company owns lodging facilities in Europe, including the Chateau De Cruix, a 16th century castle in the Beaujolais wine region, and the Gasthof Schoneck in the Austrian Tyrol. The name "Contiki" comes from the portmanteau 'Con' from the word 'Continent' and 'Tiki'; from the Māori referring to the first man, often symbolised as a pendant known as hei-tiki. It can also be attributed to the New Zealand slang 'Tiki-tour' describing taking a longer route to a destination in order to explore.[5]
In Business Since 1931
Reviews
Ben R - Traveled, September 2024
So much fun!! Booked this trip last minute and pushed myself to get overseas, meet new people and experience beautiful New Zealand. No regrets. 10/10. *Personal information removed by Feefo* & *Personal information removed by Feefo*, you guys are legends!! Churrrrr
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2024
Kirsty - Traveled, September 2024
Travel agent booked this for me. Extra activities were organised on the first day of the trip for the entire trip. Leader organised the activity date and times for you, super easy Awesome tour, highly recommend!! This was my first Contiki and it was so much fun. Well organised and got to see a lot of places within the 9 days. Recommend to anyone who enjoys being active and wants to sight see. Could not fault this at all, would do again. "Personal information removed by Feefo* and *Personal information removed by Feefo* our leader and bus driver were awesome Read less
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/24/2024
Zachary Gobbo - Traveled, October 2024
Mel and Skippy were awesome guides and shared some cool knowledge about NZ. Adrenalin pumping, exciting adventure. I would recommend to anyone. a fun experience in all.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/23/2024
Cameron - Traveled, October 2024
Super easy Incredible!!! My favorite country to visit so far because of the people, mountains, lakes, and activities. If you love the outdoors, this is definitely the holiday trip for you. I'm definitely coming back to NZ!!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/24/2024
Jemma Catt - Traveled, September 2024
I wish this trip was longer! I had the best time on the Active New Zealand contiki, our trip manager and coach driver were amazing and made travel days and organising our days really seamless for us. I've been home for a week now and literally haven't stopped thinking about my NZ trip, desperate to go back already. We had heaps of optional add ons available to us and Mel was fantastic at scheduling to make sure we got to do all the activities we wanted. If I could do the same trip again with the same staff, I would in a heart beat!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, August 2024
The views were insane, especially when we saw the snow on the mountains. The hikes were so much fun, and Queenstown had so much to do - from adventure activities to just exploring the town. Everything about the trip was perfect - great vibes, amazing nature, and tons of laughs. Couldn't have asked for a better experience!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, August 2024
Contiki was very easy to book with! They answered phone calls, emails, and were able to add on extra nights accomodation pre and post trip. If you're thinking about booking this trip ABSOLUTELY 100% BOOK IT!!! I really liked this contiki because it was so versitile, you could make it as adventurous or chill, expsensive, or inexpensive, as you like depending on how many extra activites you chose to do. I really liked all of the extra activity options, there were so many and were so much fun, especially doing them with a group of people, like skydiving, canyoning, or hiking on a glacier. The accommodation for this trip was also great. Every place was close to the centre of town, and were very clean and comfortable. I was hesitant to book with contiki because I thought it was going to be all about partying, but I found because there were a lot of people it was easy to do what you were comfortable with, eg. some nights people went out and others didn't, but for the most part it wasn't a MASSIVE party vibe like what you might stereotypically think contiki to be. I also thought that our trip manager *Personal information removed by Feefo* and driver *Personal information removed by Feefo* were super accomodating, fun, and really put in so much effort to make everything work out. They were flexible, had loads of knowledge about NZ, and were able to take us to more niche places that weren't very touristy. We really got to experience the beauty of the South Island, and it was so easy not having to worry about transport because the contiki bus drove us everywhere. The last thing that I'll add is that we stayed with the same group for the whole contiki which I really liked because it felt like we really bonded and got the chance to know people in our group. I had so much fun and met so many amazing people, I would totally recommend this trip if you're thinking about going to New Zealand.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2024
Ethan Slight - Traveled, September 2024
All the activities were unreal and such a great thrill and experience. All the travel and accommodation were organised very well and was seamless.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2024
Meg - Traveled, October 2024
Fantastic. I had never travelled over seas before, and Contiki made it so easy and enjoyable. The guide ensured the whole group was looked after and had fun for the whole trip. I can't recommend the NZ Active trip enough. The hikes were stunning, the night-life was fantastic and the day activities were awesome. Although it is an active tour, it suited people who were looking for the party experience, those that wanted to socialise, as well as the quiet ones who were more interested in the hikes. The guides ensured everyone had options for activities, there were heaps of food options along the way and the accommodation was great. I'm so glad I went on the trip, I highly recommend Contiki!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/24/2024
Maria - Traveled, September 2024
Easy and straightforward to book, no complaints I had the absolute best time on the Contiki Active New Zealand tour! *personal info removed by Feefo* were incredible tour guides who really made sure everyone had a good time. All activities were well organised, included meals were all good and a great selection of adventures for my free time. Would definitely recommend!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2024
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