View allHad a great time during first visit to South Island, fantastic choice of places to see and experience.
Agata, traveled in February
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- Platinum Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 12
- Ages 15+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Hanmer Springs' natural hot pools
- Watch gold panning with bearded miners
- Ride through rainforest on a vintage train
- Stargaze in Kumara's clear night skies
- Walk around Lake Matheson's mirror waters
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Christchurch / Reefton / Westport
- Day 2 Tauranga Bay / Charleston / Punakaiki / Kumara
- Day 3 Hokitika / Okarito Lagoon / Fox Glacier
- Day 4 Fox Glacier
- Day 5 Mt Aspiring National Park / Wanaka
- Day 6 Wanaka
- Day 7 Queenstown
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Meals
- Optional
- Additional Services
Operated by
Intrepid Travel
Number of tours
876
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
6 hours
Response rate
88%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- Sue· January 26th, 2026The trip was excellent for adventure activities.
Intrepid Travel commented on this reviewWe could not agree more, Susan! We are happy to have been afforded the opportunity to host you in such a spectacular place, and do hope to see you again when the time comes. Stay well.Trip date: January 2026 - AWAgata· February 3rd, 2025Had a great time during first visit to South...Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Agata, thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear that your first visit to the South Island was such a great experience. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the variety of places included in the trip and that Ann Marie’s local knowledge and... Show moreTrip date: January 2025
- AAnonymous· December 5th, 2024My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour. The group we were a part of was just exceptional and we loved our time with them. Our guide was knowledgeable, amusing and bent over backward to make our time with him fulfilling, educational and comfortable. Our time wasn't without adversity, as a major road closure altered our itinerary significantly on one day. The alternate agenda turned out to be a fantastic experience. The only downside was that while the overnight accommodations were adequate, a couple were severely cramped for space. This may just be par for the course in New Zealand though and we adjusted accordingly. It was still a 5 of 5 adventure.Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewWe are so pleased to know that you had a great time discovering New Zealands West Coast with us- thank you for your review! We are happy that you enjoyed your time with your guide, regardless of some unexpected road closures, and we appreciate your... Show moreTrip date: November 2024
Dates & Availability
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- Instant Confirmation-10%From Sunday15 Mar, 2026To Saturday21 Mar, 2026EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,590US $2,331 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Sunday22 Mar, 2026To Saturday28 Mar, 2026EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,715US $2,444 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Sunday19 Apr, 2026To Saturday25 Apr, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,820US $2,538 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Sunday3 May, 2026To Saturday9 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,720US $2,448 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Sunday20 Sep, 2026To Saturday26 Sep, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,720US $2,448 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Sunday27 Sep, 2026To Saturday3 Oct, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,720US $2,448 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Sam
Asked on December 5th, 2025Is there any way you can arrange pre-accommodation for the 27th of December too?
Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025Pre accommodation - Drifter Christchurch - AUD 210 (per room/ per night). We do not provide airport transfers for this.
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Kristin
Asked on December 5th, 2025Can I please reserve a spot for myself?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.
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Russell
Asked on December 4th, 2025As potential solo traveler, I am wondering if all accommodation has single rooms with ensuite bathrooms? Also may I check the age of this group please? I am female in my early 30s so would be great to be in a group with similar age / preference for activities.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
We currently have 11 confirmed travellers: 3 in their 20s, 1 in 40s, 4 in their 60s and 3 above 70. You'd be very welcome to join the group, and we often find that travellers connect well regardless of age. A single supplement is available if you'd prefer your own room, and this applies to all nights of the trip. Single rooms with ensuite bathrooms are generally available at these properties.
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Russell
Traveler•Written December 2025Would there be enough time for individual activities?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
Yes, all guests stay at the same accommodations throughout the trip. There is also free time built into the itinerary, so you will have opportunities for your own individual activities if you wish.
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Gloria
Asked on December 2nd, 2025I am wondering about the ages of the peers would be in this group please? I am fairly active solo female in my 30s so would be great to be in a similar group. I would also like to have my own accommodation as well.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
The minimum age for this trip is 15 year. For this trip, a single supplement is available if you'd prefer your own room. This applies to all nights of the trip and is subject to availability your booking agent can provide further details.
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Natalie
Asked on November 4th, 2025I would like to speak to someone about this tour and adding an extra tour to this.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2025
Tours cannot be combined. These will need to be booked separately.
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Robyn
Asked on October 24th, 2025Can you clarify if there is any availability on these dates?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2025
Unfortunately, there's no availability for the 21 December 2025 departure. However, we do have availability on the 7th or 28th December departures.
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Robyn
Traveler•Written October 2025I am looking for a South Island tour ending on 26/27 Dec for 7-9 days. Any other ideas?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2025
We have a premium South Island tour. It is a 10-day tour, departing on 19th December and returning on 28th.
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Rachael
Asked on October 7th, 2025Could you please provide more information on the itinerary, inclusions, and accommodations?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2025
Our New Zealand West Coast Adventure trip is a 7 day itinerary starting in Christchurch and ending at Queenstown. Accommodations - Hotel (5 nights), Motel (1 night). Transport - Private Vehicle. Meals - 6 breakfasts.
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Natalie
Asked on November 2nd, 2024Can I use my credits on the trip?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
Can you please share the credit booking reference? We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.
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Anita
Asked on December 21st, 2023Where does the welcome meeting take place?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023
Your adventure begins in Christchurch, where a welcome meeting will take place at 8am for you to meet up with your local leader and fellow travellers.
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Lori
Asked on August 9th, 2023What is the bed situation for two adult travelers? May we get accommodations with 1 queen bed or 2 double beds during the tour?
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Lori
Traveler•Written August 2023I would be traveling with my mother who is in her 60s. Just to confirm, we would stay in accommodations where we would each have our own twin bed? But in some cases, the two of us would be in the same room as another group? (i.e., a hostel-type setting)? Just wanted to validate.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2023
Accommodation on this trip is on twin share basis, and single travellers are paired with someone of the same sex. Please note that due to limited accommodation options in some of the destinations on this trip the group will stay in twin room accommodation with shared facilities. Accommodation types for this tour are Hotel (5 nights), Motel (1 night).
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