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- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 5 - 14
- Age range 16 to 90

Highlights
- Go for a hike and say hello to a fur seal colony in Kaikoura
- Kayak on the crystal-clear waters of mystical Milford Sound
- Go for a hike in the winter wonderland of Franz Josef Glacier
Itinerary
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- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrive, visit Gore Bay and explore Kaikoura
- Day 2 (morning): Visit vineyard, start multi-day options
- Day 2 to 4: Option B, Nelson Lakes Experience: The Rotoiti Circuit (extra fee applies)
- Day 2 to 4: Option A, Nelson Lakes Hiking: The Angelus Circuit
- Day 2 3 and 4: Multi-day hiking options
- Day 4 (afternoon): Finish multi-day backpacking
- Day 5 Hike Punakaiki Rainforest, explore Hokitika
- Day 6 Kayak Okarito Lagoon, hike coastal forest and beach
- Day 7 Hike near Franz Josef Glacier
- Day 8 Hike Rocky Mountain
- Day 9 Free day in Queenstown
- Day 10 Hike Kepler Track
- Day 11 Milford Sound Cruise, Hike Key Summit
- Day 12 Journey over Lindis Pass, Bike the Alps to Ocean trail
- Day 13 Hike Aoraki Mt Cook National Park
- Day 14 Depart for home
What's Included
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- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Free eSIMStay connected on your adventure with a free eSIM, making it easier than ever to keep your friends, family and social media up to date without the hassle of roaming fees.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Transport

Operated by
Active Adventures
Number of tours
51
Age Range
6 to 99 years old
Response time
within 2 days
Response rate
100%
Our aim is to share with you the grandeur of the outdoors, the joy of...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- LILarry· December 3rd, 2022Well organized trip with great guides that hit many of the highlights of the South Island, which deserves its reputation for awesome scenery. Active but not overly strenuous hiking.Show moreTrip date: November 2022
- ACarol· June 4th, 2014Combining the Kauri and Rimu trips for a month long adventure in New Zealand was the perfect choice!Show moreTrip date: March 2014
- ALynsey· April 5th, 2016As a keen hiker turned tramper Active Adventures certainly helped me discover and explore 'Shangri-la' and I feel blessed to be a short 3hr flight away living just north of Sydney - I will return!Show moreTrip date: March 2016
- AKeri· November 18th, 2013My husband and I had such a great time on the Rimu trip. I truly believe we saw all of the highlights of the South Island, and because our group was so small we were able to sneak in a few other stops too. Our tour leaders were top notch. Andrew (lead guide) gave us such a rich history of New Zealand that when we were on our own for another week after the trip, we were telling other people about the things we learned. Mel is such a fantastic cook, I felt like we were treated with restaurant-worthy meals every night she cooked! Definitely recommending to others and will also look into other places Active Adventures goes...Show moreTrip date: October 2013
- AKristina· November 23rd, 2013I didn't want it to end!!! New Zealand is an amazing country, and the best way to experience the most you can in two weeks is to take the Rimu trip with Active Adventures!Show moreTrip date: April 2013
- ANancy· November 24th, 2013Every night I went to bed thinking it wasn't possible to be any more stunned by the scenery and diversity of New Zealand and everyday, I saw more. Words can't do justice to how special this place is. Not just the scenery but some of the warmest people I have ever met.Show moreTrip date: April 2013
- AStephanie· November 25th, 2013Active did an excellent job encompassing the full flavor of the South Island. I really feel I saw it all. The variety of locations and activities maintained excitement through the entire trip. Andrew and Mel were the best guides I've ever had on a tour and I have traveled the globe. I would recommend Active!Show moreTrip date: October 2013
- ARobin· November 29th, 2013Our Rimu trip was incredible. We got lucky with amazing weather for all of our activities (even the rain in Milford Sound didn't stop us). The trip definitely challenged me and it felt great each time I accomplished a climb, a bike ride or a morning of kayaking. GT and Nicole took great care of us and the meals were outstanding. I couldn't have asked for a better adventure.Show moreTrip date: November 2013
- AKimberly· January 12th, 2013The Rimu trip was awesome! Great variety, great activities, great guides.Show moreTrip date: November 2013
- ACatherine· March 12th, 2013This has to be one of my all time trips of a lifetime. The tour was extremely well organised, the places visited were amazing and the tour leaders were incredible. If only I could do it all over again.Show moreTrip date: November 2013
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