4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
This was truly a trip of a lifetime!!! The scenery was spectacular, our guides knowledgeable and hard working and went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure our trip went as planned. I can't recommend Active Aventures highly enough!!
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
Good, really enjoyed it
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
(Note: I'd rate this 4.5 stars-- I'm not done traveling with Active yet so to say "trip of lifetime" seems premature :D) The North Island receives minimal mention when trips to New Zealand are planned and most people I talked to regarding a New Zealand trip encouraged me to spend all of my time on the South Island. I am SO thrilled that I did not pay heed to their recommendations! The 5 day Kauri trip included several days of hiking Âincluding the challenging but magical Tongariro Alpine Crossing, mountain biking in a forest with over 50 species of trees, black water rafting to see glow worms in a cave, and a cultural tour/show/dinner. These 5 days left my heart brimming with joy - if I had returned home after the Kauri trip, I would have been truly satisfied (but I went on to experience the South Island on the Tui trip!) and it far surpassed many other 1-2 week long holidays. Besides the activities, the tour was incredibly well organized. The focus was on maximizing our enjoyment rather than the mundane details of holidays such as checking into a hotel, waiting for a seat for dinner, filling up on gas, or purchasing tickets. Both DK and Sarah were incredible: great driving with attention to bathroom breaks, great cooking with attention to dietary restrictions (even when the participants had conflicting dietary restrictions!), and great guiding Âmaking sure we never overworked ourselves and took our time. I'm a loyal Active traveler and always felt I lucked out with having a great time or competent guide but I've finally come to the realization that it's Active and not luck that makes these trips so pleasurable and memorable. Thank you Active for sharing your country with me!
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
We want to thank our guides for being so special in every way; competent,caring, knowledgeable and just plain brilliant and fun... Active NZ knows their stuff so everything was coordinated, the places, hikes, backpacking and kayaking were amazing... We would return to NZ in a heartbeat... We had a varied and broad experience and can't say enough about what a fabulous time my wife and I had. Cheers to Sarah and Duck...
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
Extraordinary 5 days! Were it not for the Kauri itinerary I wouldn't have chosen to visit the Maori exhibit, Te Puia. Thank you so much for including it as it provided a valuable touchstone for interpreting the rest of my tour.
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
As a seventy year plus lady, I anticipated some physical challenges beyond my comfort zone, but with the excellent customized guidance of our two entertaining, superbly informed leaders Lauren and Sally, and encouragement of my fellow trippers, I felt a sense of accomplishment at the end of each day's "active adventure!" Thanks, too, for all the thoughtful packing and travel tips, and your attention to detail prior to our departure for the trip.
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
We deeply enjoyed our short experience on the five day kauri trip. the highlight was the tongariro Crossing. The guides were fantastic.
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970