Adventure Activities

In keeping with our sustainability approach, we offer a range of outings, adventures and activities where engines are used to a minimum and where gravity, the wind, the current or a set of legs are used to propel you along. These activities all take you into New Zealand’s natural land and seascape so that you can experience the beauty and wonder, in silence. You wiltl encounter a plethora of birds and (marine) wildlife, walk amongst ancient forests and trees, look across the tops of huge mountains, taste the sea spray and get up close to one of the worlds most amazing natural environments. Don’t forget your camera and lots of film or disc storage.

Please note: should any activity you have booked with us be cancelled due to weather, we will always refund you in full should a suitable alternative not be available for you.

 

Sailing

New Zealand is a great place for sailing and New Zealanders have been leaders in world sailing for many years. We offer a range of day sailing and overnight experiences in a number of locations such as the Bay of Islands, Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf, the Marlborough Sounds and Tasman Bay. We offer a range of boats from classic yachts lovingly restored, ex-racing yachts, comfortable cruisers and catamarans up to 25metres. Available as sole charter or as part of a shared departure, for a day or for weeks, sailing in New Zealand is a must.

 

Canoeing and Kayaking

Kayaking along the coast or down a river is a great way to experience things right up close in New Zealand’s great outdoors. Peace and quiet, small and light. We offer a wide range of single day and multi day options on the sea and rivers in many lovely locations throughout the country.

 

For example Abel Tasman Kayaks

 

White Water Rafting

New Zealand offers many grades of water for you to raft on in a number of locations. From high volume flows and large steep drops to meandering rivers where there is plenty of time to observe the nature, there are enough rafting options to suit anyone.

 

Fishing

Our guides work on a ‘catch and release’ or ‘catch to eat’ basis. By not taking more than we can eat, and putting back what we cant, we work sustainability with the fisheries. We offer many fishing options from hours to several days from fly fishing for Rainbow and Brown trout, sea fishing near the coast for schnapper, kingfish, groper and more, or all day and extended big game fishing for marlin and tuna. For those who love fishing, you wiltl love fishing New Zealand!

 

A Day on the Water

Some options do a bit of everything depending on the day and the mood. These combinations are often tailored to the people on board to give great flexibility. Expect to sail, to BBQ, to swim, to fish, to lie in the sun and have a great day out. Don’t forget the sunscreen!

 

Hikes and Walks

You can take a walk just about anywhere in New Zealand- through hills and mountains, along rivers and coasts, in bush and forest. A good book on walks is certainly very useful if walking is your thing. Aside from many short walks, there are also many overnight and multi day walks. New Zealand’s most famous guided walks include the Milford, Heaphy and Routeburn Tracks. These multi day walks are for many a ‘Must Do’. There are other walks less known but no less beautiful where you wiltl see only the occasional other walker. We have options for all level of walkers and also offer lesser known guided walks.

 

For example Te Urewera Treks and Tree Planting

 

Cycling

New Zealand offers both flat and mountainous terrain, on road or off road, thus every cyclist will find somewhere to ride. It is possible to hire bikes in many locations and you can even ride the whole country if you feel very fit. It is also possible to go on short guided bike safaris or mountain bike adventures.

 

Bungee Jumping

Gravity is a great way to get somewhere when you have a giant rubber band around your ankles. This Kiwi invention can seem a little frightening as your natural instincts tell you that jumping from such a height is not really normal. But once you manage to launch yourself from the edge you wiltl be amazed at how much fun it is. Those with heart problems should probably not indulge… But those who have ever wondered what it’s like. Just get up there and find out. We love it!

 

Climbing

With all its mountains, New Zealand offers year round opportunities for climbers on either rock or ice. Abseiling is also available in several locations.

 

From the Air

New Zealand from the air is a beautiful and amazing thing. Scenic flights over lakes, volcanoes, mountains, sea and islands are all available in a number of locations. Hot Air Ballooning is also a very peaceful way to experience a quiet sunrise or sunset. Gliders are also available as are hang gliders and wire suspended rocketships that swing across canyons. Ask us for more details.

For absolute adventure maniacs there are often savings to be had for combining several activities such as rafting, bungee jumping, helicopter sightseeing and jet boating. Ask us for more details.