South Island Wilderness Encounters Tour
This 14 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Queenstown.
**Please be advised that certain aspects of this tour may operate on specific days of the week during the winter months. We recommend contacting one of our travel specialists to identify a departure date that suits your schedule.
This 14 day tour explores the best of the South Island's walks and adventures. After crossing the Southern Alps on board the TranzAlpine Scenic Train your journey north to the remarkable Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki where you explore Paparoa National Park. From there you head south for two of the most scenic road trips in the world, the Milford Road and the West Coast Road. You'll also walk sections of the Milford Track and Routeburn Track. Be sure to have your camera ready for the spectacular wilderness you'll encounter.
This tour also features:
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Private transfer Christchurch International Airport to your accommodation
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Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App
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Ata Whenua - Shadowland Film at Fiordland Cinema
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Pure Wilderness Jet Boat with Fiordland Jet
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Te Anau Glowworm Caves with RealNZ
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Milford Mariner Overnight Cruise
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Private transfer accommodation to Christchurch Train Station with Christchurch Touring
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TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth
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Underworld Rafting and Glowworm Experience with Underworld Adventures
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Okarito Lagoon Guided Kayak Trip (2 hours)
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Franz Josef Glacier Helihike
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Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk with Eco Wanaka
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Epic Duo - Clay Target & Jet Sprint Boat
13 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Itinerary summary for: South Island Wilderness Encounters Tour
Day 1 : Arrive into Christchurch, transfer to hotel and rest of day at leisure
Accommodation:
Heritage Christchurch
Day 2 : Cross the Southern Alps to the West Coast, then head north to Punakaiki and the Pancake Rocks
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Day 3 : A day of adventure in Paparoa National Park
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Day 4 : Head south to the Glacier Region, then explore Okarito Lagoon by kayak
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Day 5 : Explore the glaciers by air and on foot
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Day 6 : Allow plenty of time for photo stops during your drive through the Haast Pass to Wanaka
Accommodation:
Edgewater
Day 7 : This morning you'll cruise to Mou Waho Island for a special wilderness experience
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 8 : Today is yours to explore the best of the Queenstown region
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 9 : Today you will venture out to Gibbston Valley for a thrilling Oxbow Adventure
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 10 : Head south to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
Distinction Luxmore Hotel
Day 11 : Enjoy your day in picturesque Te Anau, perhaps board a Sea Plane or take a hike!
Accommodation:
Distinction Luxmore Hotel
Day 12 : Journey along the magnificent Milford Road for a night in Milford Sound
Accommodation:
Overnight Boat in Milford Sound
Day 13 : Return through Southland countryside to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 14 : Depart Queenstown today
