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New Zealand – North Island Multisport

8 Days
From CAD 2,375 Was CAD 2,969

Best Rate
Guarantee

Trip Type
Small Group

Activity Level
Average

Rating

(20 reviews)

Experience Overview

The North Island of New Zealand is blessed with spectacular scenery, ranging from bubbling thermal pools to fast flowing rivers. The best way to see all of this? Get up close and personal. This itinerary includes biking through Karangahake Gorge and hiking the Tongariro Crossing — one of the world's most famous one-day hikes — before jet boats and kayaks provide the transport along the Whanganui River. Mix in some bubbling mud and a traditional hangi dinner, and this is the perfect active introduction to New Zealand.

Highlights

Cycle through the stunning Karangahake Gorge
Check out bubbling mud pools in a geothermal area
Learn about traditional Maori artistry
Hike the Tongariro Crossing — one of the world's greatest one-day hikes
Kayak along the Whanganui River.

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Trip Details

Product Code: 2667

Tour Type: Small Group

Accommodation: Basic

Transport: Private vehicle, jet boat, kayak, bicycle, walking.

Guide Language: English

Travel Styles: Budget

Supplier Code: ONNM

Starts: Auckland, New Zealand

Finishes: Auckland, New Zealand

Duration: 8 days

Departures: Guaranteed

Physical rating: Average

Includes

Activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
All Blacks Experience
Cycle through Karangahake Gorge
Traditional hangi dinner
Tongariro Alpine Crossing hiking excursion (weather dependent)
Jet boat and kayak along Whanganui River
Free time in Rotorua and Waitomo
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nts), lodges (2 nts).

6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, jet boat, kayak, bicycle, walking.

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 2375 (CAD 297 /day)

Itinerary

Day 1: Auckland

Arrive to your hotel by 3pm today to jump straight into the action with an exclusive introduction to the All Blacks, New Zealand's national rugby union team. Experience the mighty Haka and then opt to grab dinner with your group.

Day 2: Auckland/Rotorua

Enjoy a morning cycle through the beautiful Karangahake Gorge, then travel on to the lakes region of Rotorua. En route to Rotorua visit Okere falls.

Day 3: Rotorua

Enjoy a free morning in Rotorua, a town in a geothermal area with boiling mud and hotpools. Opt to go whitewater rafting, go hiking, or soak in some hot springs. Later in the afternoon, visit the New Zealand Arts and Crafts Institute to speak to local Maori carvers and tuck into a delicious Hangi meal cooked underground.
This region of New Zealand is renowned for its geothermal qualities. Enjoy free time to experience the regions' geothermal wonders. Go white water rafting or indulge in the therapeutic hot springs.

Day 4: Rotorua/Whanganui National Park

Admire the scenery while heading to Whanganui National Park.
Travel to Blue Duck Station, a working farm and nature conservancy that serves as our gateway to Whanganui National Park.
Marvel at the Whanganui River - the third longest in New Zealand - as it flows out to the west coast of the North Island from Mt Tongariro. Learn about the region's natural history, conservation efforts for indigenous wildlife (including the endangered New Zealand blue duck) and Blue Duck Station's sustainable farming practices.

Day 5: Whanganui National Park

Experience one of New Zealand's “Great Walks” by kayak on a day trip into the heart of Whanganui National Park. Explore the Whanganui River further by jet boat, visiting old Maori and European settlements. Learn about the region's natural history, conservation efforts for indigenous wildlife (including the endangered New Zealand blue duck) and Blue Duck Station's sustainable farming practices.
During short walks or stops en route, learn about the region's history and local conservation efforts. Return to Blue Duck Station for the night. Enjoy a delicious dinner.

Day 6: Whanganui National Park/Tongariro National Park

Today we conquer the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand's top-rated 1-day trek and spend time hiking an active volcano. Mt Tongariro's rocky, dramatic landscapes make this day-long trek truly one of New Zealand's "Great Walks", passing emerald lakes and beautiful alpine scenery.
Mt Tongariro's rocky, dramatic landscapes make this day-long trek truly one of New Zealand's "Great Walks", passing emerald lakes and beautiful alpine scenery. Start early and collect supplies before heading out. The transfer will drop the group off at the beginning of the self-guided trek and collect everyone at the other end. After the trek, travel to a nearby alpine village for the night and enjoy a well earned dinner with your travel companions.

Day 7: Tongariro National Park/Waitomo District

Travel north to the small town of Waitomo, located near an extensive underground cave system. Enjoy a free afternoon, and opt to explore Waitomo Valley's unique landscape by foot. Settle into your accommodation close by, and enjoy a final dinner together to say farewell to those finishing their tour in Auckland tomorrow.

Day 8: Waitomo District/Auckland

After an early start, visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, and take a boat ride through this spectacular underground realm to see thousands of flickering glowworms light up in the dark. Travel north to Auckland where your tour will end around 1pm.

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Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

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Reviews

Jovanna B. - Traveled, November 2023

Our family of 4 has just completed our 4th G tour and each one is just amazing. Reasons we love G and will continue to travel: 1.) the CEOs are exceptional They have all been so friendly, knowledgeable, responsible, and very enthusiastic. it's clear they love their job 2.) the tours are a good deal for the money if you like adventure travel. We can afford more luxurious travel but continue with G for like minded travelers, the pace (we see and do so much!!!) and itineraries. I check on the locations and G usually hits everything I would want to see/do. As we age and slow a bit (our kids are high school/college now) my husband and I are excited to try the new Glux for just the 2 of us if it's going to be the same G Adventures but with a little extra cushion

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/31/2023

Dominic D. - Traveled, November 2023

Active trip

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/31/2023

Hugh S. - Traveled, December 2023

The tour was well planned, the CEO highly knowledgeable as well as very organized and an excellent driver! The sites seen and explored were exceptional. The group size was perfect - there was realld camaraderie among members of the group. Food and accommodation were excellent.