Great Walks of New Zealand
4.7 from 128 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
This was the highlight of my trip to Australia and New Zealand. The hikes were challenging but doable. The scenery was AMAZING! The places we stayed were wonderful. But the guides, Ken and Melissa, made the trip 1000% better. They catered to our every need and always had a smile and a laugh. They made everything so much more enjoyable and were so patient. They're also excellent cooks. After all the hiking we did, I didn't lose a pound. With Ken on the grill and Melissa's salads and deserts, no one went away from any meal hungry or disappointed. This will be a trip I will forever remember as well as our fantastic tour guides. They couldn't have been any better. Thanks for all the wonderful memories!
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
' ' ' ' Gail S
The unimaginable beauty of this country has to be experienced to be believed. From the West Coast beaches to the Southern Alps, the awesome Milford Track and the mighty Mt. Cook, there are no words to capture the experience. Drop eveything and buy a ticket ... now!
| January 1970
Great Walks of New Zealand
4.7 from 128 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
This hiking trip far exceeded my expectations. I was encouraged the entire way and felt like I had accomplished great feats at the end of every day. Ken and Melissa had every detail taken care of from our individual food requirements, to personal preferences and helped in any way possible (information, rides). It was amazing. I would definitely recommend this trip to others.
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Great trip, guide, wildlife, information, activities, accommodation, meals, etc. And doing a land-based trip is the best way to visit this area.
| January 1970
Great Walks of New Zealand
4.7 from 128 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
We had a wonderful time with Ken and Mel. They both took such a good care of our group. I love NZ and I'll be back some time later.
Cheers,
Ewa
| January 1970
North Island Volcanic Adventure
4.5 from 754 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
The Kauri trip was absolutely fantastic. As a teacher, I was responsible for taking students on many trips (everything from camping to snow skiing). I know the planning and organization needed to provide a first-class experience. Lina anticipated our needs before we knew we were going to have the needs. This included everything from food and snacks to information on how to prepare for the experience. She was calm and filled with humor and joy. I was able to totally turn over the planning to her and just enjoy the trip. The accomodation were roomy and provided for our comfort. They were in beautiful settings in the spirit of the experience. Food was excellent from lamb chops to fish and chips and always salads or vegetables to go along with the entree. The trip was personalized so that it met each person's goals and allowed for the most adventurous or fit to the more sedate. I was not sure how this would be done but it was done each time we took on an activity. I saw New Zealand, which brought out the most of its beauty and spirit. I can not recommend this highly enough. It was the best part of the month I spent in Australia and New Zealand. I felt that it was a good deal economicallly because it included all cost from transportation in NZ and accomodations to entry fees and food. Thanks for a great experience!!
| January 1970
Great Walks of New Zealand
4.7 from 128 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Our Hiking trip to New Zealand was wonderful thanks to Ken and Mel. They made the trip for us a great experience. They both were very patient with us when we were slow and very encouraging to help us make it to a point that we felt good about ourselves. Mel made us wonderful meals. They are both great people and I am very glad that I was able to meet them and get to know them.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
An adventure-oriented vacation has been on my Bucket List for many years. After talking with friends who had already toured New Zealand, we set a time of the year when the weather looked favorable, and decided on a 6-week stay. I researched most of the travel tour operators and decided on Active, mostly because their itinerary looked like fun. The February 2013 Rimu was our choice, and we made our own arrangements for the following 4-weeks. It turned out to be the adventure of a lifetime. Active's choice of locations and accommodations was spot on. We undoubtably lucked into the best guides they had, and that made the trip even that much better. Informative, entertaining, and great cooks, our guides set the tone for a fun filled two weeks that all our crew will cherish forever. Thanks to Lynette, Ben and Sarah for a fabulous adventure.
| January 1970
New Zealand Biking Adventure
4.7 from 312 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Fabulous guides, food, route, flexibility, weather -- what a wonderful way to spend your holiday.
| January 1970
Patagonia Hiking Adventure
4.7 from 1140 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
This was a journey for the senses. The scenery is straight out of a fantasy of the mind, something only the Spielberg crew could conjure up; the photos are proof! The sense of euphoria was sealed each day with great company gathered around the dinner table for exceptional food and drink. The hiking, as advertised, is world class. Plenty of terrain variety, but it was difficult keeping you eyes on the trail as the unfolding panoramas continuously vied for their attention. Active just could not have chosen a better guide than Cynthia! She is so in tune to people and makes everyone feel special. Her picks for dining were superb. The books are wrong, there's plenty of variety in Patagonia. What a nice treat to also have Lynett from Active join this trip. She is a pleasure to be around and was a big influence on the group keeping upbeat and laughing. There simply are not enough superlatives to describe this trip. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You to Active Adventures. Keep up the fantastic job putting world-class adventures together and you are sure to keep Ali and myself hooked when considering "Where next" Ron
| January 1970
New Zealand Biking Adventure
4.7 from 312 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
The trip lived up to all my expectations. The great thing about it was that everybody bonded together, which made riding the bike more fun. We travelled through some stunning countryside and stayed in the most beautiful places. Lofty and Nicole, our guides, provided us with all our needs and the information they gave about the enviroment we travelled through was outstanding. Their tireless work to keep the show on the road was also a sight to behold. The memories of this trip will stay with me for the rest of my life.
| January 1970
Classic South Island Adventure
4.7 from 1727 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
My second trip with Active NZ which was as awesome as the Weka. Again the guides Ken and Nicole helped to make the trip an absolute memorable one. Everybody gelled together and although it was only eight days, it seemed much longer because we packed so much into each day.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
We little time to "relax", but I chose the Rimu trip to be active! I especially liked the hiking and kayaking opportunities.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
New Zealand Biking Adventure
4.7 from 312 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
The trip lived up to all my expectations. Everyone bonded together, the knowledge and the help the guides Lofty and Nicole gave was outstanding. We travelled through some stunning countryside and stayed in some amazing places. It was the trip of a lifetime and the memories will stay with me forever.
| January 1970
New Zealand Walking Adventure
4.8 from 387 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
The Galapagos Islands were something that was on my 'Dream Destinations' list. I always had the impression that these islands were uninhabited conservation sites for the wildlife. This trip was an eye-opener in that you not only got to witness all the wildlife, but you got to be exposed to the individuals who inhabit the islands. When people asked me what I enjoyed most it was honestly the individuals living on the island because they all seemed very happy and friendly.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Everything about our Rimu trip was outstanding. The scenery was stunning, the itinerary had a perfect blend of physically challenging activities and rest, and our guides went above and beyond to make everything seamless.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
.....keeps boredom away! Our RIMU trip was magical, and vastly exceeded our expectations. Kudos to your organization for the planning, and to our guides for the execution of a thirteen-day smorgasbord of delightful activities and delicious meals. Our trip to NZ culminated thirty years of reading, listening, studying, and yearning - to visit our 'dream destination'. The RIMU trip did not disappoint!
The itinerary was balanced and challenging, exactly what we signed up for - but the most impressive aspect was the quality of 'guiding' provided by Ben and Sarah.
The ability to meld a group of nine strangers into a genial group, while providing sumptuous meals and competent transportation around the entire country; this is, indeed, a talent. They were excellent.
We will be recommending Active NZ to many people, and look forward to the possibility of another trip to "The Edge Of Beyond".
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
' ' ' ' ' Ellen M
Our travels with Lina and Amanda B. We enjoyed the hikes, conversations, the history & stories by Lina, and the wonderful energy of the group.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
' ' ' ' Trusted Traveler
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
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