Adventure South operates a range of guided cycling, hiking and multi-adventure holidays to suit all levels of fitness. Our itineraries explore New Zealand’s scenic South Island and the cultural North Island. Small Groups, Great Guides, Superb Holidays ...
"Overall an amazing trip, each day raised the bar in terms of experiences and mountain scenery. I felt privileged to have a glimpse of mountain life in this incredible place." – Louise Southerden, Fairlight, Australia.
There is little doubt that some of the world's finest alpine walking is found in the South Island of New Zealand. A region of untamed beauty with alpine meadows that extend to the glaciers and snowfields beneath the picture perfect summits of Mt Cook, Mt Aspiring and other peaks that form the Southern Alps.
Experience some of the best of New Zealand trekking in this compact 6 day hiking holiday, finishing in Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand.
Overnight in a private hut above the vast views of the Mackenzie Basin
Ascend a 2000m peak via a spectacular ridgeline walk as views of the Southern Alps unfold
Explore the history and landforms of Aoraki Mt Cook with its connections to Sir Edmund Hillary
Lunch beside a remote mountain lake far from fellow travellers and surrounded by numerous peaks and ranges
Access a beautiful lakeside track by launch and spend the afternoon hiking with panorama views of Lake Wanaka and surrounding peaks
Experience an exciting helicopter flight to a remote ridgeline with stunning views of lakes and mountains, especially the nearby and spectacular Mt Aspiring
Finish your tour in Queenstown, home of adventure tourism
*A NZ$50/AU$40 surcharge will apply for tours during Easter, Christmas & New Year holidays where additional costs may be levied to meet statutory obligations. We will advise clients of any cost, prior to departure.
"Geoff, it's a long time since our group was catapulted off the Remarkables by helicopter, but I wanted to get in touch and say thanks to you and your great guides, Craig and Emily, who helped to make the Southern Alps Trek such a memorable and exhilarating experience." - Sally Feldman, Botany, NSW, Australia.
