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New Zealand Hiking Safaris

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New Zealand Hiking Safaris offer active people outdoor adventure in small group guided New Zealand Walks or hiking tours throughout New Zealand. Experience stunning wilderness and pristine New Zealand National Parks with knowledgeable guides who will give you many insights into our natural history, flora and fauna.

"I would never have seen so many interesting and beautiful places if I was on my own. I consider myself very lucky to be able to do all 3 trips." Jane, England

South Island Safaris

11 Day West Coast Wilderness

Takes you through a wealth of outdoor experiences; crossing the tussock alpine ranges of the new Kahurangi National Park, wading crystal-clear rivers in the limestone canyons of Paparoa National Park, kayaking on New Zealand's largest unmodified lagoon, hiking deep into the Southern Alps to remote natural hot pools and onto glaciers.

11 Day Secret South Safari

Takes you to areas seldom visited by other travellers. It starts with 4 days walking & kayaking in Fiordland National Park. We then head to the Catlins, famous for its beautiful beaches & abundant wildlife (NZ sea lions, yellow-eyed penguins & Hectors dolphins). Then it's on to hike the Mt Cook region and view New Zealand's highest mountain.

10 Day Eastern Epic

Hike through alpine landscapes, exploring rugged slopes, tussocky basins and ancient beech forest. Combine three multi-day walks with kayaking, whale watching and hot springs. Circle the north and east of the South Island, visiting classic New Zealand mountain huts, viewing spectacular wildlife displays and reaching awe-inspiring summits.

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7 Day World Heritage Wanderer

Kayak across New Zealand's largest unmodified wetland and into the river delta surrounded by towering kahikatea trees. Help prepare and eat a hangi meal on Okarito beach. Join a guided glacier hike on Fox Glacier and explore seracs, ice caves and crevasses. Walk up the Copland Valley and soak in natural hot pools gazing at 3000-metre peaks

5 Day Coast and Canyons

This safari takes you on two excellent overnight hikes including the tussock alpine ranges of Kahurangi National Park, to the crystal-clear rivers in the limestone canyons of Paparoa National Park. Stay at an organic farm in the Buller Gorge and feast on a home grown meal between walks. Option to take the TranzAlpine train back to Christchurch.

2 Day Arthurs Pass Safari

Be part of a small group in theNew Zealand wilderness on an overnight guided hike on part of the Te Araroa Trail (New Zealand Walkway). Walk through beech forest and over Cass Saddle. Enjoy spectacular views of the Craigieburn Range and Arthur's Pass National Park. Stay in a classic New Zealand backcountry hut.

North Island Safaris

10 Day Volcanoes and Rainforest

Be awed by the extent of wilderness that is hidden in the North Island of New Zealand. Hike through Jurassic-like rainforest and among active volcanoes, kayak an ancient crater lake, marvel at glowworms, and camp on an untamed beach. This New Zealand walking trip visits an incredible number of hard-to-get-to and little-known places. 

6 Day The Far North

Travel to New Zealand's northernmost tip. Hike to secret beaches, kayak rocky headlands, snorkel turquoise waters, marvel at ancient trees, and scream down massive sand dunes in New Zealand's Far North. Shorter and easier than our other New Zealand hiking trips. There are lots of great day walks, hiking to the very tip of New Zealand.

5 Day Volcanic Plateau

Experience the best of New Zealand's volcanic zone. Inhale the aromas of Rotorua, discover hot streams, and hike along lakes and among volcanoes. This is the perfect New Zealand hiking vacation if you're short on time or you like a bit more comfort as the camping is optional. This hiking trip includes one of New Zealand's best overnight hiking trips.