Experience the best of AOTEAROA, the  Land of the Long white cloud 

Our 12-day adventure runs on both North and South islands and going to be a perfect combination of hiking, unique natural wonders, beach time,  visiting Tolkien-inspired places, and immersion into local "Maori" culture and history.

We will start our adventure from North Island and its unique highlights like glowworm caves and geothermal geysers, astonishing volcanic landscapes, and golden sand warm beaches, and then continue to the World Heritage breathtaking  Fijordlands and experience the #1 NZ multi-day Routeburn trek in the alpine South Island! 

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

🌟 Take a tubing adventure into the subterranean wonderland, a unique Blackwater Labyrinth of Glowworm caves! 

🥾 Hike Tongariro Crossing - New Zealand's Premium 1-Day Trek across dramatic volcanic landscapes

🌋 Experience the one of 20 most surreal places in the World - a spectacular Geothermal Wonderland!

🧙🏻‍♂️ Step into the enchanting village of Hobbiton and experience many other movie set locations where the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings were filmed!

🏝 Sea kayaking! Explore the gems of Coromandel Peninsula and Cathedral Cove, known for being filmed in the fantasy series Chronicles of Narnia

🍺 Fall in love with the charming Queenstown on the Southern Island, famous around the globe for its stunning alpine setting and renowned as the Adventure Capital of New Zealand

🦀 Enjoy a picturesque day cruise through beautiful Milford Sound, deep in the heart of Fiordland National Park

🏔 Take a world-renowned Routeburn Trek (3 days/2 nights, 32km, guided walk), rated by National Geographic as One of the Epic Treks in the World. Stay with comfort in the cozy alpine chalets

🌊 Treat yourself to relaxing in hot springs and Polynesian spas along the way, after the intensive days of hiking and exploring

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✈️  Arrival/Departure Auckland, New Zealand

🥾  Average Daily hiking distance:  ~ up to 12 miles daily

😫  Level of difficulty:  Moderate (Beginners with previous hiking experience - Ok) 

🍭  Kids:  Recommended age 12+ (with previous hiking experience) 

🏡  Accommodation: 

    Hotels & lodges in towns and national parks

    On Routeburn Trek: Alpine Chalets, 6-bed bunk-rooms, bed linen provided, shared bathroom

The best time to visit New Zealand is during the summer months of December to March. 

Expect long, bright, sunny days and temperatures between 70°-80°F on the Northern Island.

The water in the ocean warms up to 75F approx.

Expected weather on a Routeburn trek:

The unpredictable nature of the weather in this region means that high winds and rain can occur at any time of the year. It is therefore very important to be prepared for the worst weather conditions, and carry the appropriate clothing at all times.

Generally, January and February are warmer, not necessarily drier. The month of March is more settled weather-wise: fresh mornings, sunny days, cooler nights and the days are getting shorter. Due to the nature of Fiordland, we cannot predict any forecast. That's why be ready for rain and shine!

NZ Travel entry requirements:

- Your valid Passport

- All travelers from visa-waiver countries (including the United States citizens) have to apply for NZ ETA a few days before departure to New Zealand:

https://nzeta.immigration.govt.nz/ 

Customs

Produce you can’t bring into New Zealand:

No fresh produce, fruits or veggies, honey

No items made of wood 

Processed and packed food such as chocolate and candies is OK

You have to declare those products anyways

Travelers will still need to complete the Passenger Arrival Card, which is handed out onboard your flight to New Zealand

https://www.customs.govt.nz/personal/travel-to-and-from-nz/travelling-to-new-zealand/on-your-arrival/

If the trip is canceled by the Participant due to any personal reasons, the following penalties will be applied. 

👉🏽 Registration deposit is non-refundable 

👉🏽 Cancellation less than 90 calendar days before departure – up to 50% of the trip cost is non-refundable 

👉🏽 Cancellation 30 to 0 days - Up to 100% of the trip cost is non-refundable

We strongly encourage you to purchase Travel Cancellation Insurance after the booking is made. It will protect you from unexpected cancellations due to personal reasons like sudden sickness, changes in travel plans, and other things. 

Please check out World Nomads travel insurance provider our travelers have been using for years www.worldnomads.com

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