Reverse Traverse (trip)

Reverse Traverse

  • Queenstown or Christchurch
  • Active & Adventure
New Zealand

from $1,804* per person14 DaysNovember-April
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: Flying Kiwi Adventure Tours 28 people max
Soak up the best of Kiwi on this great journey from South to North. This trip takes in some of the most diverse and dramatic scenery in the World. You will visit the best National Parks, exploring glaciers, fiords, golden beaches, turquoise waters, rugged coastlines and dramatic mountain formations. Add in a superb selection of activities, hikes and bike rides and you have the perfect recipe for the trip of a lifetime.

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Itinerary

point 18: Queenstown with its multitude of
adrenalin activities. Bungy, fly-by-wire, jet boat,
rafting, horse trekking, parapenting, skydive,
gondola ride - this place has it all, as well as
spectacular views. Cycle and walk in alpine
areas. Depart Queenstown at 3pm. Camp
beside a tranquil lake with hikes, cycle and
swimming all available and a chance to wind
down and compare notes and photos from your
Queenstown thrills! B/D

point 19: A relaxed morning at the camp.
Optional jet boating then over the dramatic
Haast Pass. Chance for a cycle with great
downhill sections through rainforest, past
waterfalls and pools to the wild West Coast.
Head to our camp at Fox Glacier and explore
the hidden glow-worm grotto. B/L/D U

point 20: Spend the morning taking in the
wonderful scenery before an optional guided walk
or heli hike on the spectacular glaciers. Cycle to
Okarito beach camp. White Heron Sanctuary,
spectacular walks and breathtaking views of the
Southern Alps. B/L/D

point 21: Morning at Okarito. Great cycle route
along the coast. Visit Bushmans Museum, check
out famous Greenstone factories of Hokitika.
Stunning coastal walk and cycle. Excellent beach
camp at Punakaiki, home of the famous Pancake
Rocks and Paparoa National Park. Keep your
eyes peeled for kiwi birds!! Many great walks
and rides to choose from. B/D U

point 22: Traditional Flying Kiwi pancake
breakfast. Explore the outstanding sub-tropical
flora and admire limestone formations in the
Canyon. Cycle rides, glow worm caves, beach.
Optional horse riding, and kayaking. Stay at same
great camp. B/L/D U

Point 23: Travel through the Buller Gorge for
some cycling and beautiful scenery to one of
NZ’s most stunning spots - the Abel Tasman region.
Cycle backroadroute. Optional skydive or fly an
aerobatic plane. We stay 2 nights at Marahau,
with the Abel Tasman National Park on our
doorstep. B/D U

point 24: Free day for exploring the area. Walk,
cycle, optional awesome sailing the scenic coast,
sea kayak, boat and walk the golden beaches.
Swim in crystal clear waters. Night out at a cool
cafe. B/L U

point 25: Morning cycle options along the
coastal road alongside golden beaches. Time to
soak up Nelson’s cafe culture and arts. Travel
through the wine region. Picton by 6pm. For
those who are heading north we hit the water
for a scenic ferry crossing (cost included). We
don’t provide accommodation but will help you
make a booking with a great hostel. B

point 26: Time in morning to explore then we
depart Wellington at noon and on to Taranaki.
Camp in the stunning Taranaki. No meals U

point 27: Leave early and head to Waitomo
Caves -a limestone wonderland created by
erosion over millions of years. Optional
blackwater rafting or some excellent walks.
Arrive in buzzing Auckland by 6pm for a taste of
big city life “kiwi style”. We dont provide
accommodation but will help you make a booking
in a hostel perfect for exploring the city. B/L

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