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Oceania I New Zealand
Fox Glacier
Trekking in New Zealand
New Zealand 23 days Grade: B
A trip that's `100% Pure New Zealand' - spectacular scenery, clear light and fresh air, and some of the world's greatest trekking Where else can you trek through Jurassic-like rainforest, kayak with fur seals, hike along a glacier, stroll up volcanic peaks and still enjoy fish and chips on the beach afterwards? It's this mix which makes New Zealand so special it's majestic but down to earth, otherworldly yet reassuringly familiar. Our varied trek takes us to both islands, across the north's volcanic landscapes and down to the glaciated south with its spectacular coastline and alpine vistas. Although we include the well-known trekking areas, we also get off-the-beaten-track where we can, giving us the best of both worlds. New Zealand is simply outstanding we're sure you will agree. 7 Trek through the setting for many battle scenes from `The Lord of the Rings'. 8 To Wellington; Free time in New Zealand's capital city. 9 Short flight to Picton. To Abel Tasman; water taxi to national park campsite. 10 Optional walk along coastal path, or sea-kayaking in Abel Tasman National Park; to the Buller Gorge. 11 To Paparoa N.P.; hike up Fox River to the Ballroom Overhang. 12 Hike out of canyon. Drive to Punakaiki, Pancake Rocks, Hokitika and Fox Glacier. 13 Optional glacier hike; to Makarora. 14 Stunning heli-flight around Mt Aspiring National Park; land in remote Siberia Valley; hike up valley to a glacial lake. 15 Hike above the Siberia River; jetboat trip down Wilkin River. Transfer to Queenstown. 16 Free day in Queenstown. 17 To Fiordland N.P. with its huge glacial lakes and dramatic inland coastline; hike to Key Summit on the renowned Routeburn track; overnight in historic cabins. 18 Drive to Milford Sound; optional kayak into the Fiord with its cascading waterfalls and where penguins and fur seals often play; cruise available for nonkayakers; to Queenstown. 19 Drive through the majestic high sheep station country of Central Otago; through Mackenzie Country to Aoraki/Mt Cook; hike up Mueller Ridge. 20 Continue north to Mt Sommers. Afternoon hike to mountain hut. 21 Morning hike back to vehicle. Transfer across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. 22 Free day in Christchurch; evening depart. 23 Arrive London. Profile: 12 days walking (3-5 hours per day average, one 5-6 hour walk) including 7 days light backpacking. 5 overnight trips staying in huts/camps. Optional kayaking and glacier walk. Low altitude throughout. Grade B. Group: min. 5, max. 11, plus leader and appropriate local staff. Min. age 16. Accommodation: 3 nights hotels, 8 nights lodges, 5 nights huts/camping, 3 nights cabins. Food: 17 breakfasts, 17 lunches and 7 dinners included.
TRIP DETAILS
Itinerary: Day 1 Depart London. 2 Travel to New Zealand. 3 Arrive Auckland; optional afternoon city tour. 4 Travel to Rotorua; visit thermal areas. 5 Walk through the Jurassic-like Whirinaki Rainforest. 6 South to Tongariro, New Zealand's first national park. Trek east to west through park.
Tongariro N.P.
Trip code TLZ · 23 days Sat to Sun
Start End Flight Land Flight Land inc. only Start End inc. only 2008 05 Jan 27 Jan 3459 2419 05 Apr 27 Apr 3299 2359 02 Feb 24 Feb 3399 2359 22 Nov 14 Dec 3299 2359 01 Mar 23 Mar 3399 2359 20 Dec 11 Jan 3459 2419 2009 17 Jan 08 Feb 3559 2479 04 Apr 26 Apr 3459 2469 14 Feb 08 Mar 3459 2469 No Local Payment Prices are £ sterling per person Recommended carbon offset £25 Optional single supplement £325 Land only start Auckland Day 3, end Christchurch day 22 Insurance £92
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