Start in Queenstown or for a few more dollars you can start in Christchurch and join the group in Queenstown (after an extra day's travel with another operator). Picton need not be the end of the road (you can continue your adventure to Auckland by doing the Northern Express).
You get to see - picturesque Abel Tasman National Park, chilling and dramatic Glaciers and that’s just a taster, there’s guaranteed to be much, much more.
You get to try - more cycle rides, hikes, sea kayaking, skydiving, rafting and if you have the energy and much, much more.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Queenstown optional adrenalin activities: bungy, fly-by-wire, jet boat, rafting, horse trekking, maori concert, parapenting, gondola ride and many more. Cycle and walk in alpine areas. Depart Queenstown at 3pm. Camp beside a tranquil lake with hikes, cycling and swimming. (B), (D)
Day 2: A relaxed morning at the camp. Lake Wanaka and Haast Pas with optional Jet Boating on the Wilkin River. Cycle steep downhill, through rain forest, cycle past waterfalls and pools to the wild West Coast. Camp at Okuru, a world heritage area, bird life, lagoon and beach walks. (B), (L), (D)
Day 3: Drive to Fox Glacier for optional Guided Walk or Heli Hike on the glacier. Cycle to Okarito beach camp. White Heron Sanctuary, spectacular walks and breathtaking views of the Southern Alps. (B), (L), (D)
Day 4: Morning at Okarito with a stunning early morning walk to watch the sunrise. Cycle the route ahead. Hokitika, visit a Greenstone Factory. Stunning coastal walk and cycle. Beach camp two nights at Punakaiki, home of the famous Pancake Rocks. Paparoa National Park. (B), (D)
Day 5: Traditional Flying Kiwi pancake breakfast. Explore the outstanding sub-tropical flora and admire limestone formations of the Pororari River Canyon. Cycle rides glow worm caves, beach. Optional rafting and horse trekking. (B), (L), (D)
Day 6: Travel through the Buller Gorge for some cycling and good scenery to the Abel Tasman region. Cycle backroute through Kaiteriteri. Stay two nights at Old MacDonald's Farm, Marahau, with the Abel Tasman N.P. on our doorstep. (B), (D)
Day 7: Free day for exploring the area. Walk, cycle, optional Sail, Sea Kayak or boat and walk, to the golden beaches. Swim in crystal clear waters. Night out at a cool café. (B), (L)
Day 8: Time in Nelson. Optional skydiving. Pelorus River. Cycle along Queen Charlotte Drive. Travel through the Marlborough wine region. Picton by 6pm. (B)
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
*$630 - 8 days plus camp and food costs.
*$695 - 9 days plus camp and food costs.
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