Guided Walks With Options for Non-walkers to Come Along

Hikes Where Non-hikers Can Come Along

There are a number of Guided Walks where non-hikers can participate. These are superb options when someone in your group does not have the ability to walk the distances required or if one member of your group would only like to walk on certain days.

There may be extra costs involved for the non-hikers so please make inquiries before booking. Also as special arrangements may be needed please specify when booking.

  • Abel Tasman Track - has the option of taking a water taxi each day instead of walking
  • Queen Charlotte Track - has the option of taking a water taxi each day instead of walking
  • Hump Ridge Track - has the option of taking a helicopter each day instead of walking to the next lodge

Great Hike

Abel Tasman Track

  • 5 days @ NZ$1,910
  • Start/Finish: Nelson return
  • Nights: Lodges

Experience this world-famous Abel Tasman National Park in style, where gentle beech forests give way to golden sands and glistening water. Enjoy three days of walking the Coast Track and two "free" days at beachfront lodges exploring....

Abel Tasman Track map
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Great Hike

Queen Charlotte Track

  • 5 days @ NZ$1,995
  • Start/Finish: Picton return
  • Nights: Lodges

A track of contrasts - walking from shoreline to ridgeline, glimpses of the hidden bays, coves and inlets that make up the Marlborough Sounds, dominate the day. By night enjoy the comfort of resort style accommodation, Marlborough wines...

Queen Charlotte Track map
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    Glacier Walking
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    Scuba Diving
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    Snorkelling
   
Great Hike

Lake Waikaremoana Hike

  • 4 days @ NZ$1,290
  • Start/Finish: Rotorua return
  • Nights: Backcountry Huts

Journey through a forgotten wilderness area steeped in rich Maori history. Circumnavigate the beautiful and pristine Lake Waikaremoana, hike through dense native rainforest, take opportunities for swimming in the secluded lake bays, all...

Lake Waikaremoana Hike map
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    Scuba Diving
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Great Hike

Hump Ridge Track

  • 3.5 days @ NZ$1,395
  • Start/Finish: Tuatapere/ Tuatapere
  • Nights: Lodges

Explore the southern edge of Fiordland and the unique combination of beach, bush and sub alpine scenery. Experienced guides share their knowledge of the historic areas as you enjoy commanding views of the south coast, Lake Poteriteri,...

Hump Ridge Track map
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    Helicopter Flight
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    Glacier Walking
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    Scuba Diving
   
Hiking Tour

Ultimate Explorer

  • 27 days @ NZ$3,740
  • Start/Finish: Auckland return
  • Nights: Camping

An action packed adventure tour in New Zealand on a hop-on, hop-off bus. It offers you a fun-filled, flexible way to explore New Zealand with camping in carefully chosen locations from remote wilderness camps to fully-equipped camping...

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Hiking Tour

North Island Adventure

  • 5 days @ US$2,299
  • Start/Finish: Auckland return
  • Nights: Lodges

Discover the natural wonders of the North Island and the history of the Maori culture. Enjoy the land of volcanoes, hot springs, waterfalls and unique combinations of flora and fauna with a hands on approach. See for yourself the...

North Island Adventure map
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Hiking Tour

South Island Adventure

  • 14 days @ US$4,599
  • Start/Finish: Christchurch return
  • Nights: Backcountry Huts, Lodges

This is an active adventure - visit the icons of the South Island, tackle some of New Zealand's most stunning, challenging day hikes, plus you choose a three-day option of hiking in Nelson Lakes National Park, cycling or kayaking in...

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Hiking Tour

Winter South Island Adventure

  • 14 days @ US$4,025
  • Start/Finish: Christchurch
  • Nights: Lodges, Backcountry Huts

The Winter South Island Adventure is well adapted to suit the cooler conditions. Enjoy two incredible multi-day guided backpacking trips to alpine hot pools, glaciers and remote snowfields. Take on some of the best day hikes in the...

Winter South Island Adventure map
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Hiking Tour

New Zealand Hiking Tour

  • 17 days @ NZ$5,895
  • Start/Finish: Christchurch/ Auckland
  • Nights: Lodges

This walking tour includes many short walks in New Zealand's National Parks. Discover volcanoes, beaches, mountain lakes, geysers and thermal activity areas, fiords, rainforests and culture. Take in the sights on city tours, travel in...

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Hiking Tour

Adventure Odyssey

  • 14 days @ NZ$6,572
  • Start/Finish: Auckland
  • Nights: Lodges

An active holiday with a touch of class allowing you to experience a wide range of carefully selected, (and uniquely New Zealand) activities in each region. Under the gentle guidance and support of a great guide, explore New Zealand in...

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    Jet Boating
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Adventure

Whanganui River Canoe

  • 5 days @ NZ$950
  • Start/Finish: Ohakune return
  • Nights: Camping, Lodges

Leisurely paddle Canadian canoes learning about the Legend of the Whanganui River - rich in history and largely untouched. Take time to explore and enjoy the unique scenery miles away from the pressures of everyday life.

Whanganui  River Canoe map
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Nature Cruise

Birding Down Under

  • 19 days @ US$9,250
  • Start/Finish: Invercargill / Dunedin
  • Nights: Cabins

With the most diverse collection of seabirds in the world, you can be sure you are in 'birdwatcher's paradise' in the Sub Antarctic Islands. Visit seven islands groups, each with their own unique variation of plant and animal life, many...

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Nature Cruise

South to Antarctica

  • 30 days @ US$15,500
  • Start/Finish: Invercargill
  • Nights: Cabins

The ultimate Antarctic Voyage. Journey to the very heart of Antarctica. The Ross Sea is one of the most remote regions and is only accessible for two months each year when the ice thaws. It is the historic gateway, discovered by Sir...

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Nature Cruise

Galapagos of the Southern Ocean

  • 13 days @ US$5,050
  • Start/Finish: Dunedin / Hobart - Australia
  • Nights: Cabins

To the south of New Zealand are six groups of islands, remote from each other and from New Zealand. These are the Sub Antarctic Islands, they are among the world’s wildest places. Some are close to pristine. The larger ones have suffered...

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Nature Cruise

Footsteps of Sir Mawson

  • 27 days
  • Start/Finish: Hobart/Invercargill
  • Nights: Cabins

Follow the path of the 1911 expedition of Sir Douglas Mawson on his mission to explore the Antarctic coastline directly south of Australia. You will land at Macquarie, Snares and the Auckland Islands before finding the South Magnetic...

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Nature Cruise

The Kermadec Islands

  • 11 days
  • Start/Finish: Tauranga return
  • Nights: Cabins

This expedition offers the scuba diver some amazing opportunities as the marine ecosystems here are unique in the world. For those not keen on scuba diving there will be plenty of opportunities for guided walks and snorkelling. The area...

The Kermadec Islands map
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Nature Cruise

Across Top of World

  • 15 days @ US$6,800
  • Start/Finish: Alaska return
  • Nights: Cabins

Discover the north eastern part of Eurasia (Chukotka) in a way that has never been possible before. On this expedition we cruise across the Arctic Circle through the Bering Strait and into the Arctic sea. You will see an abundance of...

Across Top of World map
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