New Zealand Adventure Tour Embark on your own epic adventure and experience the magnificence and beauty of New Zealand and its people! Experience the magnificent raw beauty of New Zealand and its people. From epic scenery, mind boggling fjords, dramatic mountains, and a rich culture boasting unique traditions, travelling through New Zealand is an unforgettable experience, and not surprisingly this incredible destination can be found at the top of most travellers wish lists. The country has much to offer the intrepid traveller from exciting adventure sports which can satisfy any adrenalin junkie, to stunning landscapes just waiting to be explored. New Zealand boasts an array of opportunity to all who visit her shores, and will undoubtedly leave you well and truly bitten by the travel bug. Undertake this epic 16-day adventure tour of both the North and South Islands experiencing the best that New Zealand has to offer. The flexible itinerary allows you to tailor your trip, and the extensive knowledge of our experienced guides will undoubtedly make sure you get the most out of your New Zealand backpacking tour. PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS Action packed tour visiting New Zealand s top destinations World famous trans-alpine train journey Maori cultural experience PROJECT REQUIREMENTS Minimum age 18 FAST FACTS
Location Activities Transport Accommodation New Zealand Travel around New Zealand Discover stunning scenery Add on activities (additional fee): Learn to surf Bungee jumping Canyoning Paragliding Sky-diving Horse trekking Mountain biking Glacier hike Hot-air ballooning Whale watching/swimming with dolphins Caving In- country transfers Variety of hostels WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Your 16 day action packed adventure tour will take you around the top destinations of both the North and South Island, visiting all the major towns and impressive sights that New Zealand has to offer. You will be accompanied by a passionate, local guide who knows the islands back to front, and their second-to-none expert knowledge is guaranteed to ensure you see only the very best and most interesting bits of New Zealand. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in a number of extra activities each day of your tour. Every day you will have a selection of activities to choose from depending on your own interests, including the adrenalin-junkie s favourites skydiving, bungee jumping and canyoning, swim with dolphins, take a hot-air balloon ride or challenge yourself by hiking up a glacier. These activities will incur an additional fee which you will need to factor in to your own costs. Alternatively you may wish to just continue exploring the landscape on your own accord, which is also perfectly fine. Itinerary 16-Day New Zealand Adventure Tour Day 1: Auckland to Coromandel-Tour of New Zealand's largest city before heading the Coromandel and the famous Hot Water Beach.
Day 2: Coromandel to Waitomo- Explore some of the most stunning spots on the North Island. Day 3: Waitomo to Rotorua- Discover the famous glowworm caves in Waitomo. Day 4: Rotorua to Taupo- Savour Rotorua's dazzling geothermal wonderland. Day 5: Taupo- The peaceful Lake Taupo lies in a giant volcanic crater; enjoy your surroundings or take on the famoustongariro crossing. Day 6: Taupo to Wellington- View spectacular volcanoes as you journey to Wellington. Day 7: Wellington- Explore New Zealand's exciting capital city. Day 8: Wellington to Kaikoura- Sail the Cook Strait between the North and South Islands before travelling along the coast to Kaikoura. Day 9: Kaikoura to Christchurch- Get acquainted with Kaikoura's marine life before heading to Christchurch. Day 10: Christchurch to Lake Tekapo- Explore downtown Christchurch before journeying to the striking lakes and mountains of Lake Tekapo. Day 11: Lake Tekapo to Queestown- Head to Queenstown where you'll take a gondola ride over the city. Day 12: Queenstown- Take in Queenstown's beauty and all its adventure activities. Day 13: Queenstown to Wanaka- Cross the mountains from Queenstown to wondrous Wanaka. Day 14: Wanaka to Franz Josef- Head west to the glaciers. Day 15: Franz Josef- Take in the stunning Fox and Franz Josef glaciers. Day 16: Franz Josef to Christchurch- A spectacular drive followed by an unmissable train journey. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I ARRIVE? You will fly into either Auckland or Christchurch, depending on where you wish to start your tour, before making your own way to the rendezvous point where you will be met by a friendly Frontier representative. You will be given more detailed instructions on where to meet the rest of your group nearer your time of departure. We recommend that you arrive into Auckland or Christchurch the night before your project start date. Your Frontier Volunteer Coordinator can help you make any accommodation and transfer arrangements however these would be at your own cost. WHERE WILL I BE STAYING? Throughout the duration of your adventure you will be staying in a variety of high quality lodges and backpackers hostels all over New Zealand. You will be sharing dorm-style rooms with 4 to 6 of your fellow travellers. Some rooms will have ensuite bathrooms, whereas others will have shared facilities. Sharing dorms is a really fantastic way of bonding with the other members of your group and re-
living the day s fun activities! All accommodation will have a fully equipped kitchen and lounge facilities, with computers and Wi-Fi to keep in touch with loved ones at home. WHAT WILL I BE EATING? You will receive a continental-style breakfast each morning of your tour to prepare you for the day s adventure ahead. You will be responsible for sourcing your own lunch and dinner each day. You can either cook for yourself in the fully equipped kitchen facilities available at each hostel, or you can take the opportunity to sample local restaurants with your new friends. Either way you are sure to sample new cuisines and learn some new recipes during your trip! COSTS Project fee 1,197 Registration Fee 50 DEPARTURE DATES 2017 22nd Mar Starts in Christchurch 23rd Mar Starts in Auckland 30th Mar Starts in Auckland 10th Apr Starts in Auckland 13th Apr Starts in Christchurch 14th Apr Starts in Auckland 20th Apr Starts in Auckland 6th May Starts in Auckland 23rd May Starts in Auckland 27th May Starts in Christchurch 19th Jun Starts in Auckland 25th Jun Starts in Auckland
10th Jul Starts in Christchurch 28th Jul Starts in Auckland 2nd Aug Starts in Auckland 23rd Aug Starts in Christchurch 30th Aug Starts in Auckland 15th Sep Starts in Auckland 2nd Oct Starts in Auckland 6th Oct Starts in Christchurch 7th Oct Starts in Auckland 28th Oct Starts in Christchurch 29th Oct Starts in Auckland 19th Nov Starts in Christchurch 20th Nov Starts in Auckland 13th Dec Starts in Christchurch 14th Dec Starts in Auckland 2018 2nd Jan Starts in Christchurch 3rd Jan Starts in Auckland 24th Jan Starts in Christchurch 25th Jan Starts in Auckland 15th Feb Starts in Christchurch 16th Feb Starts in Auckland 9th Mar Starts in Christchurch 10th Mar Starts in Auckland 31st Mar Starts in Christchurch 1st Apr Starts in Auckland 18th Apr Starts in Auckland 22nd Apr Starts in Christchurch 23rd Apr Starts in Auckland 21st May Starts in Auckland
DURATION 16 days / 15 nights You should not book your flights until the day after the tour finishes. WHAT S INCLUDED? Before you go Pre-departure support &documentation Travel &medical advice &documentation Advice on visas &equipment Discounted medical kit Free Frontier t-shirt In-country Accommodation Food (breakfast) In-country transfers In-country emergency support 24-hour international HQ back-up AIRPORT INFORMATION Nearest airport(s): Auckland International Apt (AKL), Christchurch (CHC) CONTACT INFORMATION Call us on 020 7613 2422 (UK) / 1 949 336 8178 (US) Mail us on info@frontier.ac.uk Check out our social media here: Project details were correct at the time this document was generated. Price, dates and other details are subject to change. Please see our website for current details for this project.