I chose Hiking New Zealand because they are a local tour company and the didn’t disappoint. We did the South Island hike and bike tour and it was incredible. Great value for money. The best guides and fabulous food options. I can’t wait to go again. I would definitely recommend them to anyone wanting to see New Zealand.
Did the 2024 Northern Island 5 day hike, as I did not have time to do the full north and South Island this time. I was a bit anxious as this was my first time doing a solo trip with a tour group. However it has surpassed my expectations! The hikes, the guides, the food, everything was planned in detail. I have been to NZ south island before, but wanted to do more hiking experience there. I know NZ is tricky, and I don't know much about the flora and fauna of NZ. Mo or Malcom was an excellent guide! he taught us so much more about NZ, which has really humbled me in how little I know about NZ. Vince was our other guide, he is very skilled in everything outdoors, can give you a small meditation session whilst being surrounded in the most serene outdoor places. (if you ask nicely :-P) The lodging, the food, just really perfect! would highly recommend! (also helps if you have a great group)
We were on the 5 day Northern Portion hike in March 2024 and had a fantastic time! The guides Mo and Vince were extremely professional and knowledgeable. They are passionate about their country and the ecosystem there. We learned so much and made friends for life. We hope to return next year to explore the South Island and Hiking New Zealand will be our first call. Highly recommended!!!
New Zealand is a beautiful country with many spectacular sights and wonderful people; you'll really need to spend time on both of the big islands to get a feel for what the country offers. This 24-day trip with Hiking New Zealand is a fantastic way to experience it. We had 5 great Kiwi guides along the way. They led hikes, picked the amazing itinerary (not only hiking, but also kayaking and biking), cooked meals, drove the van, and engaged us in a lot of great conversations about the native flora and fauna. This was a trip of a lifetime and I wanted to thank Hiking New Zealand for their expertise and friendship.
We had the best time! Oli and Caitlin were excellent guides--knowledgeable, flexible, attentive, and fun! When the weather looked to be an issue, their expertise made it possible for us to change things up and have the best experience possible. I really appreciated that they found private moments to check in with each of us to be sure we were feeling safe and happy. And what a stunningly beautiful country. I was moved to tears more than once. Thank you, New Zealand. We will be back.
Even tough I was not able to travel with Hiking New Zealand due to practical reasons, I would highly recommend them and will certainly do so later. Anne was very helpful and patient answering my questions. She was super friendly. I rarely encountered a service like they offer.
My adult daughter and I did the 5 day Abel Tasman Hike and sea kayaking in Feb 2023. What a great experience . We had to really push our badies to the limit, as we were both hiking "virgins" in comparison to all the others in the group. Any faults on this trip was of our own doing! Everything was fantastic! The Leaders were great. (A big shoutout to Kevin who carried my backpack over the last hill on the third day - my knight in shining armour) Accommodation, food, everything was great! Highly recommend
This was a fabulous trip! We did a customized Uncut and everything was suburb! The guides are knowledgeable, fun and informative. The accommodations were great and nothing surpasses New Zealand for scenery, hiking, and an incredible journey! Hiking New Zealand is a responsive and trustworthy company. They worked closely with me to plan this trip and I always felt that they had my interests in mind. They planned a very comprehensive and exciting vacation. I would highly recommend HIkingNZ if you are thinking about a trip to New Zealand.
This is the way to experience and learn about New Zealand’s absolutely magnificent wilderness and history. Lead by our incredibly informative and capable guide, Nikki, we were able to immerse ourselves into nature and hear about how humans have interacted with it over the centuries. The trail is amazing - well maintained and lots of bridges to avoid river crossings. The lodges are excellent - food delicious and the hosts can’t do enough to make you feel welcome. Hot showers and drying rooms proved very handy as our first day was quite wet (best way to see the rainforest in all her glory). Helicopter out into Milford Sound - awesome!
So glad I chose Hiking New Zealand for my trip. The NZ Uncut Tour was a great way to explore both islands. All our guides were so good and did a great job of improvising if faced with weather or other uncontrollable issues. Thanks to Justin, Mark, Dan and especially Grace.
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