4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
Codger's review of Kauri 01-15-13: Great experience with Mel and Pieke and especially for their willingness to modify the itinerary to please the guests. Good times and great views: a sparkling combination.
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
A very fun trip
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
An awesome introduction to the North Island. Great range of activities to try. Guides who were knowledgeable about NZ and passionate in their desire to share the delights NZ has to offer. To paraphrase General MacArthur - We will return.
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)
Good, really enjoyed it
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
Good, really enjoyed it
North Island Volcanic Adventure, October 0400
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
Can't believe we did so much stuff in so short a time, The Tongariro Alpine crossing has got to be one of the best one day hikes I've ever been on, not disappointed about having to be a there-and-back walk, just a great excuse to be able to go back and do the one-way trip when it's open again. The Mountain Biking activity, wow! As a senior-ish participant, I was a little apprehensive, however Dave and Lisa from Planet Bike soon put everybody at ease and by the use of different tracks, I think we all enjoyed the time we spent at Whakarewarewa. Thank you Active, via Pieke and Mel, for actually taking the time to rearrange the last day so that we went to the Waitomo Caves and saw the glow worms instead of going to Hobbiton. I’m sure it’s very nice but again I think I can say that the whole crew really enjoyed the experience. There can’t be many tour companies that would change the itinerary like that. The only day that was a bit of a trudge was when we walked along the side of Lake Okataina, quite a long day with not very much change of scenery, especially when it was a there-and-back walk. What can I say about Pieke and Mel, they were such good companions, didn’t really feel like guides, more like friends showing us around. They worked very hard keeping us fed and watered, top marks. I’d certainly recommend Active NZ to anybody who wants to have a guided experience of New Zealand.
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970
4.5 Stars (754 reviews)
The trip was Amazing! We hiked through some of the most beautiful areas, ate some great food, mountain biked through some tough areas, and rafted the Black Waters of Waitomo! But even more spectacular than that, our guide Pieke was too cool! very knowledgable, crazy friendly, way high-energy, but still so patient and encouraging. Even when disagreements arose in the group, she handled it like a seasoned pro. When I go back to New Zealand, I plan to go through Active again. One thing I would suggest, however, is that you keep the caves. Taking it out for anything else would be a mistake. It was one of the highlights of the trip for myself. The glow worms in the dark reminded me of a great dreamscape!
Great trip! And thank you Pieke!
Chris Boney
North Island Volcanic Adventure, January 1970