New Zealand Hiking Vacations

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  Multi-day Hiking
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  Day Hikes
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  Touring
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  Kayaking
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  Marine Mammals
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  Biking
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  Rafting
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  Caving

Start:	Queenstown
Finish:	Christchurch
Length:	11 days
Grade:	D (Some alpine hiking and uneven terrain) Grade D Average 4-5 hours physical activity per day, up to 8-9 hours on longer days Pack weights of 12-15kgs (26-33 lbs) on some days Altitude gains of up to 800m (2600ft) Some uneven track surfaces and river crossings No hiking experience necessary Agility and fitness required View all Grades
Accom:	Camping, Backcountry Huts
Price:	NZ$2,290
Extra Costs:	Optional activities
Departs:	Sundays - see see departures

Highlights: Take a journey to secret locations where rare wildlife play and exquisite scenery takes over. Your small group can enjoy the serenity of beautiful mountain ranges, crystal clear lakes and calm fiords while hiking, kayaking, cycling and camping through the south. Visit iconic New Zealand landmarks and classic kiwi locations – knowing that your experience of them will be truly unique.

Hike into the rugged mountains of Fiordland National Park to beautiful alpine lakes with stunning mountain views. You'll kayak beneath massive sea cliffs in Milford Sound while watching out for basking seals and leaping dolphins. Explore the spectacular Catlins coast, with beautiful beaches, luxuriant rain forest, fossilised trees, and rare species of sea lions, dolphins and penguins. Hike up the rocky slopes of the Ohau Range and look down on turquoise glacial lakes. Gaze in awe at the contorted forms of glaciers and the snow capped peaks of Mount Cook. Explore the remarkable volcanic topography of Mount Somers with its waterfalls and narrow canyons.

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