Wild West (trip)

Wild West

  • Queenstown to Picton
  • Active & Adventure
New Zealand

from $1,137* per person8 DaysNovember-May
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: Flying Kiwi Adventure Tours 26 people max
The west coast route was recently voted one of the top 10 drives in the World by Lonely Planet and we know why. This amazing trip takes in the finest landscapes on this dramatic coastline with plenty of time to explore wonderful and inspiring National Parks. The diverse landscape is the perfect playground for activities, hikes and bike rides with the chance to explore striking glaciers, golden beaches, towering mountains and rugged coastlines. This once in a lifetime trip is the ideal introduction to New Zealand's natural beauty.

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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. 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. * B

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