Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Marsha D
In spite of my unanticipated fitness changes, I was accommodated as if I was someone's favorite grandmother. Because the trip was to be a retirement celebration for my husband, I was reluctant to cancel because of unexpected knee problems so hoped for the best. And it was the best! I was given permission to do what I could, and assisted to do more at other times. I couldn't ask for more except to return after knee replacement this spring!
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Stephanie M
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Doug S
This was a truly awe inspiring trip---from the mountains to the rain forest to Milford Sound. A friend of mine advised me not to go on this trip. He said if I did, I would never have anything better to look forward to and he may have been right.
Realizing that an extraordinary amount of work is done by the office and support staff, I still have to say that this trip would not be what it was without the guides, Nick and Tory, going above and beyond what anyone could have expected. They have got to be among the best.
Thank you to the entire gang at Active Adventures.
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Troy M
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
Patagonia Hiking Adventure
4.7 from 1140 reviews
Joelle A
From the moment we met in the hotel lobby in Chile to our last good bye in Argentina, it was the a perfect adventure!
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
June V
Where do I even start?!?!? NZ has been #1 on my bucket list for as long as I can remember. It wasn't until I realized I couldn't wait forever for that perfect time, to have X amount of money saved, to have a companion to go with me...that I decided to JUST GO ALREADY! And I suggest you do the same! Don't wait another moment. I went alone but found the most wonderful companions I could have ever hoped for! Even got a great roommate. The guides, Claire and Jess were PHENOMENAL! I started crying off and on a few days before the end of the trip because I became that attached to them and knew I would never see them again. Leaving at the airport, I couldn't even speak I was so upset and saying goodbye. So wonderful and beyond knowledgeable! I miss Jess' cooking and Claire's coffee already and I just got back yesterday!!! But seriously folks, the Manuka was beyond what expectations I could have ever dreamed. Yes it was indeed physical, so be ready for that; but there were some flatter, easier options for those that chose to not exert so much energy. There were a couple of times I wanted to just quit, but Claire and/or Jess kept me going saying it would be worth it (for the view AND the accomplishment) and MAN WERE THEY RIGHT!!!
The food, the company, the knowledge, the laughs, the comradery, the views, the EXPERIENCES....all of it was TOP NOTCH! I have my memories that will last a lifetime; best money I have EVER spent.
Don't wait! GO! I plan to go back in a couple of years to do the entire Milford Track. That's my only regret is that I didn't spend the extra to do that. But that's on me, not AA!
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Paul S
Awesome trip..... New Zealand is a beautiful country with plenty of great hikes and sights to see. Jess and Claire were fantastic guides. Would go again in a heartbeat!
| January 1970
Classic South Island Adventure
4.7 from 1727 reviews
Linda S
I would like to extend kudos to our trip leader Ken. He was an inspiration to me. He encouraged me on hikes I was questioning myself about and gave me praise every step of the way. You are the BOMB Ken. Also, he is a very courteous driver. I felt very safe with him driving.
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Beverly B
It was truly a dream come true. From the incredible views to the tireless efforts of our guides, Claire and Jess, an incomparable experience. There were so many experiences packed into two weeks, I'd already forgotten some until I began to review my photos. I am fortunate to have been able to experience the Manuka trip.
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Tara S
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Michael C
Guides were great; accomodations were great to ok; food was good; scenery was spectacular; activities were challenging and enjoyable
| January 1970
Northland Adventure
4.6 from 90 reviews
Michael C
excellent in all respects: great guide -- very friendly, very informative, very accommodating, excellent driver, excellent cook, well steeped in Maori tradition and legend; great itinerary -- all the activities were enjoyable and at an appropriate level of exertion; there were only 4 of us on the 1st 5 days, all very compatible, and that was great; I'm only sad that I didn't sign up for the 2nd half of the tour; I now feel I have a good sense of the north half of the North Island; loved the huge Kauri trees
| January 1970
Northland Adventure
4.6 from 90 reviews
Eleanor S
The following sums my trip up. My sister said that after hearing my enthusiatic recounting of my trip, she wants to go to NZ.
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Susan H
Tremendous guides that tailored our Active Adventures to the guests, weather and environment. Awesome time and a tremendous group of fellow travelers
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Laurie M
This was an amazing trip, thanks to the great group company, beautiful scenery, fabulous organisation, and especially our great guides Rachel and Kim. They were able to share their love for New Zealand and all their youthful energy and enthusiasm in an incredibly contagious way(including the horrible flu germs that went around our group)...many thanks! Looking back on all we did and saw, I really can't think of one highlight that overall supercedes anything else, but for me personally their gentle support on our three day challenging Nelson Lakes hike was invaluable. I would go on another Active trip in a heartbeat, and so look forward to hearing what you folks are up to as I settle back into life in the Northern Hemisphere.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Khristina H
This was truly the trip of a lifetime!! Amazing guides, perfect size, and the most beautiful scenery made this an unforgettable adventure! I did not want to leave when it was over. I would recommend Active Adventures to anyone!!
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Judith G
Given that we were 20 years older than any of the other travellers we were with, we felt very cared for and found both of the guides were able to taylor each experience to our comfort level. The guides couldn't have been more delightful. Our whole experience was extremely bonding with our all on our "party bus"!
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Deborah R
The Manuka trip was fantastic!! Our guides, Michelle and Mel were outstanding. They took care of every detail, always available for any questions we had. Super leadership skills, very friendly and approachable. I loved that each day Michelle would describe our hike and the hike was exactly how she had explained it - great preparation! The meals they prepared were fantastic, as were our accommodations. Michelle carefully detailed the plan for each day, so we always were aware of where we were going, how long it would take, etc. Everything was on time, again, great organization. So fantastic to travel so far and simply enjoy because all the details are taken care of !!
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Frieda L
I can't believe our Active Adventures Rimu trip has come to an end! What a truly fantastic 2 weeks traveling around the South Island: incredible weather; wonderful, strong and inspiring people; landscape to die for and 2 amazingly kind and caring guides for whom nothing was too much. I still have Ed Sheeran's "castle on a hill" spinning around in my head - it's the song of the holiday! Thank you all so much for a magical fortnight.
| January 1970
New Zealand Walking Adventure
4.8 from 387 reviews
Catherine G
The trip was a wonderful adventure on the South Island, with a good mix of time being active and getting to new destinations of tremendous beauty. I only wish we might have stayed longer. Greg and Tess were great guides and hosts who made everything run smoothly.
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
Ruth W
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Barbara H
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Wayne F
We had a wonderful time. Great scenery and travelling companions and the tour guides Claire and Jess were superb. Highly recommend.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Lorna D
If you’re a fit independent outdoors ‘animal’ you will love this Rimu tour! Plus you’ll get far more out of your vacation time by leaving the care & feeding part to a fully professional Active team. Pack everything they suggest for each day’s activities – nothing more, nor less. They run a tight schedule with time leftover for worthwhile surprises. And they seemingly sweep away the hassles...
Midway through my trip I caught up with fellow Americans who were traveling on their own (on the wrong side of the road!). And they remarked at how much information I was able to share with them – as though I were a Kiwi – by just paying attention to Active's local guides. Be smart, make it memorable. Priceless!
| January 1970