2 reviews
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Duration: 11 to 365 days
Product code: 35584P4
Overview
Christchurch to KaikouraWe start off heading north to Kaikoura, one of the best places to swim with the dolphins or watch the whales leaping. Kaikoura offers some of the best marine activities in New Zealand!Kaikoura to Abel TasmanToday we head in to the gateway of the Abel Tasman National Park. Renowned for the beautiful walking tracks and golden sand beaches. Activities such as kayaking and water taxis to the tracks are found here. Abel Tasman to Westport Enjoy the late departure so you can spend the morning kayaking out to Split Apple Rock and along the golden bays near Kaiteriteri. On arrival into the surfing town of Westport explore the rugged coastline by surfing or stand up paddle boarding, or check out the rugged West Coast Beach nearby. Westport to Lake Mahinapua Tonight we spend the night in a traditional West Coast pub where you have a chance to enjoy a delicious group meal and bond with your bus mates. Lake Mahinapua to Franz Josef Continue along the beautiful West Coast of New Zealand through forests and past the towering Southern Alps to glacier country. Franz Josef is the northern gateway to Te Wahipounamu, the Southwest New Zealand World Heritage area. Franz Josef Free Day We factor in a free day in Franz Josef so that you can get out there and experience all it has to offer. It’s a wicked spot, and whatever you get out and do, you will be blown away by the views of the glacier and the Alps. Franz Josef to Wanaka We then journey to the magical Southern Lakes region and take the time to chill in the beautiful Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Area. Then it’s into Mount Aspiring National Park, arriving in the awe-inspiring destination of Wanaka in theafternoon.Wanaka to QueenstownWe arrive in Queenstown mid-afternoon and head down to the spectacular waterfront before it’s out on the town exploring Queenstown’s infamous nightlife with all the crew. Welcome to Queenstown. Adventure capital of New Zealand... and the world!Queenstown Free DayQueenstown is one of the most amazing places on Earth. No matter what time of the year, it is rated as one of our passenger’s favourite spots. Take the time to spend a few days here as it is one of the most picturesque places in the world.Queenstown to Lake TekapoAfter stopping to admire Mt Cook at Lake Pukaki, we travel to Lake Tekapo with its amazing location by the snow-capped Alps and clear starry skies.Lake Tekapo to ChristchurchToday we have a straight run into Christchurch, our largest city in the South Island and the 3rd largest in New Zealand.
Supplier Name
Kiwi Experience
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Not wheelchair accessible,Minimum age is 18 years,Near public transportation,Most travelers can participate,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
Inclusions:
Driver/guide,Live commentary on board,Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only),Air-conditioned vehicle,Guaranteed Accommodation (Paid for on arrival at accommodation),Guaranteed bookings on activities (Activities not included in price, can be booked on bus with driver guide),Daily walks and photo stops,Daily cafe/supermarket breaks
Exclusions:
Food and drinks,Accommodation (can be booked on the bus with the driver guide daily at an extra cost),Activities (can be booked on the bus with the driver guide daily at an extra cost)
Traveler Reviews
I started with Dave in Christchurch and it was a bit rocky because I was at an alternative stop and the bus was late and I couldn't get ahold of anyone on the given numbers. However, once we got going it was great- Dave was knowledgeable and upbeat.
My trip got exponentially better when I switched guides to Helly at the Picton ferry. I carried on with her the entire time back to Christchurch (running on minimum time). She was knowledgeable, passionate about the environment, always up for a conversation, and honestly I really connected with her- like a big sister.
I chose to sign up for a lot of activities. Unfortunately some were cancelled due to lack of interest or weather interference but I ended up checking bungy jumping off my bucket list (and doing the Canyon Swing and Fox the same day), whale watching, star gazing, hiking A LOT, and meeting some incredible people along the way.
This tour was more cliquey than most I have been on because of the vast amount of late teens and
Reviewed by: TrishaJL, 01/30/2020 12:00:00 AM
I was so worried about getting on the Kiwi bus alone in a county on the other side of the world but I couldn’t have wished for a better time! The first day or so is always hard trying to find your feet, work out what’s going on and make new friends BUT everyone is in the same boat! The places we stayed were all lovely (I’m not a Hostel girl but they were all what we needed). You were never really sat on the bus longer than a couple of hours without a stop but the views were so beautiful the whole way round you don’t really mind! My only regret was that I couldn’t stay longer in some places, Wanaka and Queenstown especially. The bus drivers are all really helpful and you didn’t need to worry about accommodation as it was all sorted for you on the bus if you needed it, and if you were staying somewhere else they always did there best to get you as close as possible (Simon and Toddy were the 2 main ones I had - both brilliant). If your looking to meet new people, travel to amazing places
Reviewed by: 260chloed, 01/21/2019 12:00:00 AM