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This placement would suit... anyone who wants to explore the wonders of New Zealand through adventure sports and sight-seeing around the beautiful South Island.
 This tour is an ideal way to see some of the South Island’s highlights and combines excellent destinations with a range of adventure sport and non-sport activities. You will have the opportunity to travel through this fascinating country where every landscape is like a scene from Lord of the Rings. Learn more about New Zealand’s history and cultural traditions while you travel around a country full of welcoming, friendly people. Where will I go? This tour begins in Christchurch, reported to be the most British city outside the UK, and ends in Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital and a world-renowned centre for adrenalin sports. From Christchurch you will head west to the Rakaia Gorge and Lake Coleridge before spending the night in Methven. Crossing the Canterbury Plains will land you in Peel Forest, followed by Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki, in the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps. Wanaka, puzzle capital of New Zealand, will be your next stop before heading up into the stunning Mount Aspiring National Park. From there you will head south to Queenstown for a few days to soak up the adrenalin-fuelled atmosphere and maybe sample some extreme sports yourself? From Queenstown you will head south west to the glorious Doubtful Sound region and the town of Te Anau for some time on the water. The Mavora Lakes and the historical Walter Peak Station will be your final destinations before returning to Queenstown. What will I do?This 10 day tour is an excellent opportunity to sample the delights of New Zealand’s South Island with plenty of time to explore and enjoy the many activities on offer. Day 1: Jet boat and country hike in/around Lake Coleridge
Day 2: Hiking in Peel Forest, optional air safari from Lake Tekapo around Mount Cook and the glaciers
Day 3: Walking options around Lake Pukaki
Day 4: Optional sight-seeing or adventure sports in Wanaka
Day 5: Half day hike to the Rob Roy Glacier - Mount Aspiring National Park
Day 6: Optional adventure activities in Queenstown including bungee jumping, sky diving etc
Day 7: More adventure activity options in Queenstown in including canyoning, hang gliding etc
Day 8: Sea Kayaking around Doubtful Sound
Day 9: Sea Kayaking around Doubtful Sound
Day 10: Visit to the Mavora Lakes, mountain biking around the Walter Peak Station, cruise back to QueenstownWhat can I do after the tour?
 From Queenstown you can head further south to enjoy the Catlins Coast and the student city of Dunedin, or north to explore the rugged west coast or the whale-watching opportunities in Kaikoura on the east coast. If you want to experience the whole of New Zealand, the North Island has loads to offer, from the capital city of Wellington in the south, to the historical Bay of Islands in the north. New Zealand’s history, culture and geology are visible all over the country and there are many ways to find out more. Transport around both islands is relatively easy, with good bus networks, ferries and low cost airlines making the journey even easier, so what are you waiting for? If you are interested in this placement, please fill in the enquiry form below...
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0845 344 7613 |
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