is there the opportunity/enough time to do a cruise through the Milford Sound?

Yes you certainly have time. We dedicate 1 full day for Milford in the Itinerary where your guide will drive you to Milford and you can add on the cruise.

Do you have any tours available from 3rd March onwards?

All our tours depart on Saturday so if you were to join a tour this would run from the 7th March - 13th March.

Could you please provide a quote for a private room supplement for two travellers on this tour? Additionally, the traveller is interested in knowing if there are any current promotions available for this tour.

There is the option to upgrade to a private room for an additional cost of $150 NZD per room and night (shared between two). Please note that this is subject to availability at the time of booking. These rooms sometimes have ensuites but this is not guaranteed and sometimes may be shared bathroom facilities. Would this be of interest?

How can we contact Wild Kiwi, after arriving to Christchurch. How you will guide?

The Southern Voyager on the 27th December will depart Christchurch at 9.00am. We can provide you with exact start location and you will get all information and access to a portal upon booking. Was there any specific information you required about the tour?

Is this tour self driving? Does it include the accommodation?

This tour includes your transportation (driver/guide) and accommodation along the route.

the youngest is 14. would he be ok for this trip?

The minimum age for these tours is 18 years old so being 14 he will not be suitable. Unfortunately we are unable to assit with your enquiry.

Is there a possibility to add 2 more adults as these will be the only days that we will be in NZ? Also does this tour include accommodation or we have to book this separately?

Unfortunately our capacity is limited by the number of seats on the tour van, so we are unable to accommodate an extra 2 guests. If you're open to an alternative route, we have space for 2 guests on our Northern Voyager route, departing from Auckland on the same date.

I need some guidance on booking my tickets before booking this tour. Can I know what time does the tour starts on 15? Or end trip? So I can buy my flight tickets. And where would you recommend accommodation for arrival on the 14th in order to arrive the destination on time on the 15?

We depart at 9am on the Saturday from Lylo accommodation, just next to Christchurch airport. I recommend arriving the evening prior and staying the night at Lylo, this is where your tour will depart from the next morning and where your tour guide will be based.

Is there a New Zealand South Island tour for 50-year-old travelers with car, hotel, and breakfast including sightseeing?

Wild Kiwi Premium tours are open to adult travelers of all ages with no upper age limit. These tours feature 3- to 4-star hotel accommodations, comfortable adventures, and exciting activities suitable for solo travelers, couples, or friends.

Any age limit? I am interested this 7 days package

Wild Kiwi Tours are designed for 18 - 39 year olds years old to give our guests the opportunity to travel with people of their own age. Our Premium tours have been created for a slightly wider demographic of guests but you will still get to experience all the great sights New Zealand has to offer while staying in 3 - 4-star accommodations.

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Southern Voyager

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Packs a lot into 7 days but it was perfect for people trying to pack a lot in and see a lot in a short amount of time.
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Active: Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 5 - 18
Ages 18-39

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Itinerary

Day 1
Lake Tekapo
Start point
JUCY Snooze, 5 Peter Leeming Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8053, New Zealand (Outside Main Entrance of Lylo Christchurch (Formally Jucy Snooze), 09:00 - 09:15)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore local bike trails at Lake Tekapo
- Relax in lakeside hot springs with stargazing at Dark Sky Reserve
Landmarks
Lake Tekapo
Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve
Day 2
Omarama Clay Cliffs to Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stop at Omarama Clay Cliffs
- Travel through Lindis Pass
Landmarks
Omarama Clay Cliffs
Lindis Pass
Queenstown
Day 3
Milford Sound
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transport to Milford Sound
Optional Activities
- Milford Sound cruise from $89
- Dinner and socializing in Queenstown - Fergburger or local bar
Landmarks
Milford Sound
Fergburger
Day 4
Queenstown Adventures
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Bungy Jumping from $205
- Canyon Swing/Fox from $165
- Horse Riding from $174
- Skydiving over the Southern Alps from $299
- Bike riding on mountain trails
- Luging
- Jet Boating up the canyon from $135
- Ziptrek Ecotours from $145
Landmarks
Queenstown
Day 5
Wanaka to Franz Josef
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner at guide's favorite spot)
Included Activities
- Stop in Wanaka
- Travel over Haast Pass
Landmarks
Wanaka
Haast Pass
Franz Josef
Day 6
Franz Josef Glacier
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stop at the rugged West Coast township of Franz Josef
Optional Activities
- Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike from $469
- Glacier hiking with crampons
- Quad Biking from $180
- Kayaking from $115
- Relax in glacier hot pools
- Funyaks from $379
Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Day 7
Arthur's Pass to Christchurch
End point
JUCY Snooze, 5 Peter Leeming Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury Region 8053, New Zealand (Outside Main Entrance of Lylo Christchurch (Formally Jucy Snooze), 15:00 - 16:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stop at Hokitika
- Travel through Arthur's Pass
- Visit Mount Cook, one of the highest settlements in New Zealand
- Church of the Good Shepherd
- Castle Rock Walk
Landmarks
Hokitika
Arthur's Pass
Southern Alps
Mount Cook
Church of the Good Shepherd
Castle Rock Walk
Christchurch

Landmarks
Lake Tekapo
Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve

Landmarks
Omarama Clay Cliffs
Lindis Pass
Queenstown

Landmarks
Milford Sound
Fergburger

Landmarks
Queenstown

Landmarks
Wanaka
Haast Pass
Franz Josef

Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier

Landmarks
Hokitika
Arthur's Pass
Southern Alps
Mount Cook
Church of the Good Shepherd
Castle Rock Walk
Christchurch

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Traveler Reviews

4.7

Overall rating based on 111 Reviews

Itinerary
4.7
Transport
4.9
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
4.3
Food
4.2
Tour Operator
4.7

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BOWEN
February 28th, 2026
5
telli is sooooo great！perfect trip.love wild kiwi
Traveled in February 2026
Gonzalo
January 11th, 2026
5
5-star trip! The itinerary is excellent and very well planned with different activities for everyone. The guide has...
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Traveled in January 2026
Reply from: Wild Kiwi
This is awesome feedback, thanks heaps! Really glad the planning and local knowledge made the trip a standout. Thanks so much for the recommendation! Maybe we'll see you on tour again in the future!
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Emily
November 2nd, 2025
5
An amazing week seeing some beautiful locations and taking part in adventure activities! Even with the unpredictable...
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Traveled in October 2025
Reply from: Wild Kiwi
Thanks so much for the lovely review! We're really happy to hear the week was still such a standout, even with the classic NZ weather keeping things interesting. Awesome that you made such great memories along the way! Robbie will be stoked to hear your shoutout!
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Alison
June 10th, 2024
5
Amazing your. Super professional and well organized. Packs a lot into 7 days but it was perfect for people trying to...
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Traveled in June 2024
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Akhil
May 4th, 2024
5
Overall excellent tour, fantastic tour guide, great recommendations and overall great care provided
Traveled in April 2024
Renee
January 27th, 2024
5
One of the best experiences of my life, made possible by the incredibly talented and charismatic Daisy! This was well...
One of the best experiences of my life, made possible by the incredibly talented and charismatic Daisy! This was well organized with all of the logistics taken care of for you while having the freedom to pick what activities interest you most. The group setting was fun and a nice bonding expensive of people from around the world. Some of the hostel stays were great, some were just ok, but all were clean and had the essentials.Show more
Traveled in January 2024
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Sunday/anyieth
January 14th, 2024
5
Awesome trip, great guide and plenty of activities to do.
Traveled in January 2024
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Nele
December 22nd, 2023
5
I loved the tour and our guide Tom! It was a great way to experience the South Island! I would always do it again! :)
Traveled in December 2023
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Hannah
December 1st, 2023
5
Tegan made this trip one to remember!!! She truly made it so easy for us to enjoy the South Island stress free, and...
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Molly
November 18th, 2023
5
Absolutely amazing! Ben is a fantastic and funny guide despite having an appalling attempt at a Scottish accent. The...
Absolutely amazing! Ben is a fantastic and funny guide despite having an appalling attempt at a Scottish accent. The group were amazing and this trip will be one of the biggest highlights of my year living in New Zealand!Show more
Traveled in November 2023

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Ahmed
Asked on February 12th, 2026
is there the opportunity/enough time to do a cruise through the Milford Sound?
Tour Details
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written February 2026
  Yes you certainly have time. We dedicate 1 full day for Milford in the Itinerary where your guide will drive you to Milford and you can add on the cruise.
J
Judy
Asked on January 21st, 2026
Do you have any tours available from 3rd March onwards?
Price / Availability
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written January 2026
  All our tours depart on Saturday so if you were to join a tour this would run from the 7th March - 13th March.
- J
  Judy
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  I'm available from 3 March to 8 March
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written January 2026
  Unfortunately we do not have a tour that fits within your dates.
D
Derek
Asked on December 16th, 2025
Could you please provide a quote for a private room supplement for two travellers on this tour? Additionally, the traveller is interested in knowing if there are any current promotions available for this tour.
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written December 2025
  There is the option to upgrade to a private room for an additional cost of $150 NZD per room and night (shared between two). Please note that this is subject to availability at the time of booking. These rooms sometimes have ensuites but this is not guaranteed and sometimes may be shared bathroom facilities. Would this be of interest?
B
Brenda
Asked on December 4th, 2025
How can we contact Wild Kiwi, after arriving to Christchurch. How you will guide?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written December 2025
  The Southern Voyager on the 27th December will depart Christchurch at 9.00am. We can provide you with exact start location and you will get all information and access to a portal upon booking. Was there any specific information you required about the tour?
C
Courtney
Asked on November 20th, 2025
Is this tour self driving? Does it include the accommodation?
Accommodation
Transport
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written November 2025
  This tour includes your transportation (driver/guide) and accommodation along the route.
- C
  Courtney
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  I would like to know whether another tour is available in Wild Kiwi that has same route (Tekapo Lake, Mt Cook, and Milford Sound), but with the private accomodation (hotel or hostel and a room for 2pax)?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written November 2025
  You can upgrade to a private room for an additional $150 NZD per night (hostel accommodation). Alternatively, our South Island Escape trip follows a similar itinerary includes double occupancy rooms in three star accommodation.
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  Courtney
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  We would like to stay in a private room, so could you provide with the total price for all 6 nights private room additional option and the availability?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written November 2025
  Our Southern Voyager tour departing 27th December 2025 has private rooms available in Tekapo and Queenstown. To upgrade to a private room for these 4 nights it would be $600. This does mean you would be in shared accomodation for 2 nights in Franz Josef.
C
Carl
Asked on November 20th, 2025
the youngest is 14. would he be ok for this trip?
Age Range
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written November 2025
  The minimum age for these tours is 18 years old so being 14 he will not be suitable. Unfortunately we are unable to assit with your enquiry.
S
Stephen
Asked on October 28th, 2025
Is there a possibility to add 2 more adults as these will be the only days that we will be in NZ? Also does this tour include accommodation or we have to book this separately?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written October 2025
  Unfortunately our capacity is limited by the number of seats on the tour van, so we are unable to accommodate an extra 2 guests. If you're open to an alternative route, we have space for 2 guests on our Northern Voyager route, departing from Auckland on the same date.
S
Shelley
Asked on September 13th, 2025
I need some guidance on booking my tickets before booking this tour. Can I know what time does the tour starts on 15? Or end trip? So I can buy my flight tickets. And where would you recommend accommodation for arrival on the 14th in order to arrive the destination on time on the 15?
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written September 2025
  We depart at 9am on the Saturday from Lylo accommodation, just next to Christchurch airport. I recommend arriving the evening prior and staying the night at Lylo, this is where your tour will depart from the next morning and where your tour guide will be based.
- S
  Shelley
  Traveler•Written September 2025
  Can you advise what is the drop off time. Is this back at Lylo accommodation again? Do you know what the weather will be like in mid Nov?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written September 2025
  We generally get back by 3pm. Any flights from 7pm are fine to get. And we can drop you at the airport by then. November is generally pretty good in NZ and will be in the 20's. The South Island is variable on any day i.e generally you need to pack for 4-seasons just in case.
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  Shelley
  Traveler•Written September 2025
  I dont see the pick up or drop off time/ location information on the itinerary. Can you point to me where i can get these information (for reference)?
- S
  Shelley
  Traveler•Written September 2025
  Is 6:20pm flight enough time? I am not sure how big is Christchurch airport.
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written September 2025
  Christchurch airport is not to large. We recommend flight after 7pm just to allow for that extra time just incase there was any delays on the last day that are un planned.
- S
  Shelley
  Traveler•Written September 2025
  Will I be given some kind of update or confirmation before the trip?
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written September 2025
  You would have received an email confirmation from us yesterday. You can log in and update your details and get a link to your trip guide. We will also send you and email the Wednesday before your tour departs confirming pickup and advise you your guide details.
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Craig
Asked on September 1st, 2025
Is there a New Zealand South Island tour for 50-year-old travelers with car, hotel, and breakfast including sightseeing?
Accommodation
Age Range
Tour Details
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written September 2025
  Wild Kiwi Premium tours are open to adult travelers of all ages with no upper age limit. These tours feature 3- to 4-star hotel accommodations, comfortable adventures, and exciting activities suitable for solo travelers, couples, or friends.
E
Esther
Asked on July 14th, 2025
Any age limit? I am interested this 7 days package
Age Range
Tour Details
- Wild KiwiOperator•Written July 2025
  Wild Kiwi Tours are designed for 18 - 39 year olds years old to give our guests the opportunity to travel with people of their own age. Our Premium tours have been created for a slightly wider demographic of guests but you will still get to experience all the great sights New Zealand has to offer while staying in 3 - 4-star accommodations.

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Southern Voyager

Itinerary

Lake Tekapo

Included Activities

Omarama Clay Cliffs to Queenstown

Included Activities

Milford Sound

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Queenstown Adventures

Optional Activities

Wanaka to Franz Josef

Included Activities

Franz Josef Glacier

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Arthur's Pass to Christchurch

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