COVID-19 Booking Assurance and Travel Advice »

Hiking NZ
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Why Us
    • Sustainable Tourism
    • Our People, Our Land
    • Travel Deals
  • Tours
    • Eva Hike Green Lake Kiwi-Style Hiking
      • Ultimate New Zealand
      • Ultimate North Island
      • Ultimate South Island
      Travel Deals hiking new zealand assurance
    • Arthurs Pass National Park Alpine Hikes
      • Arthur's Pass Alpine Hike
      • Peak Bagger
      • Aspiring Alpine Adventure
      Travel Deals hiking new zealand assurance
    • IMG 6172 Great Walks
      • Abel Tasman 3 Day Hike
      • Abel Tasman 5 Day Hike
      • Heaphy Track
      • Hollyford Track
      • Hump Ridge Track
      • Lake Waikaremoana Hike
      • Queen Charlotte Track
      • Stewart Island Track
      • Tekapo Hike
      • Tongariro Hike
      • Whanganui River Canoe
      Travel Deals hiking new zealand assurance
    • 8C7A3490 RTAR 3x4 550 Hiking Tours
      • New Zealand Uncut
      • Northern Portion
      • Northland Discovery
      • Southern Alps Hike and Bike
      • Southern Slice
      • Milford Quest
      • Coromandel Explorer
      • Grand Trails of the South
      • North Island Adventure
      • South Island Adventure
      • Winter South Island Adventure
      • Fiordland, Hollyford and Stewart Island
      travel deals hiking new zealand assurance
    • Family tour Custom Tours
      • Don't Cross the Ladies
      • Coastal Wanderer Custom Tour
      • Family Northern Explorer
      • Family Southern Explorer
      • Women's Southern Wilderness
      • Coast, Canyons and Mountains
      • Secret South Custom Tour
      • West Coast Custom Tour
      • World Heritage Custom Tour
      travel deals hiking new zealand assurance
    • Hiking the stunning Queen Charlotte walk Self Guided Hikes
      • Hump Ridge Track Prime
      • Women's Custom Tours
      travel deals hiking new zealand assurance
  • Blog
  • Wishlist
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Why Us
    • Sustainable Tourism
    • Our People, Our Land
    • Travel Deals
  • Tours
    • Kiwi-Style Hiking
    • Alpine Hikes
    • Great Walks
    • Hiking Tours
    • Custom Tours
    • Self Guided Hikes
  • Blog
  • Wishlist
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Why Us
    • Sustainable Tourism
    • Our People, Our Land
    • Travel Deals
  • The Extra Mile
    • What extras
    • Accommodation
    • Day Activities
  • Blog
  • Shortlist
Contact Us Book Now

Peak Bagger

  • Overview
  • Itinerary
  • Details
  • Map
  • Photos
  • Reviews
  • Home
  • Tours
  • Peak Bagger

Tour Details

Start

Christchurch - 8:00am, outside the Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Avenue, or from central Christchurch accommodation (or St Arnaud)

Finish

Christchurch - 1:00pm (approx.)

Prices

Pre-track Briefing

 

 

Days

7 days

Fitness grade

Grade: D+
(Some untracked and uneven terrain. )
Peak Bagger map
Book now

Make it happen - check availability

special

Download Itinerary
Request Brochure
Add to wishlist
Transport

As most of our time is spent in the wilderness there is not much time spent in the bus. Our big driving days are on day one and day seven, with a short transfer between the hikes on days three and four. 

Additional Costs

All meals and activities are included. 

Grading & Fitness

Grade D+

  • Average of 5-6 hours physical activity per day, up to 8-9 hours on longer days.

  • Pack weights of 10-12kgs on some days.

  • Altitude gains of up to 900m.

  • Some uneven track surfaces and river crossings.

  • Multi-day hiking experience recommended.

  • Need to be reasonably fit and enthusiastic.

  • Terrain mostly tracks. Some may be slippery or rough; some off-track hiking and river crossings. 

Accommodation

New Zealand has an excellent network of backcountry huts and you will stay in basic huts on several nights. These huts are equipped with mattresses, running water and an outside toilet. Cooking is done on a portable stove. Huts are only accessible by foot and are shared with other hikers. We will always carry tents or tent flies so we can camp away from the huts in remote wilderness settings. 

Cabins/Cribs We have two non-wilderness nights where we stay in cabins or cribs (New Zealand summer houses). On these nights you will enjoy the luxury of a hot shower and some fresh and local cuisine. 

What to Take

New Zealand's weather is changeable and we can experience extremely cold weather at any time of year, especially in the mountains. Our huts/camps vary in altitude from sea level to over 1000 metres. It is necessary to have warm clothing. Jeans are not suitable for hiking.

Watch the video of our Kiwi-Style Hiking packing list.

Essential Items: 

  • hiking boots or good hiking shoes
  • backpack (at least 60 litres capacity)
  • backpack liner (plastic bag)
  • 3 seasons sleeping bag
  • waterproof raincoat (Gore-tex or similar)
  • warm fleece/wool jersey x2 (not cotton)
  • shorts for hiking (preferably quick-dry)
  • short-sleeved shirt x2 (quick-dry, polypropylene)
  • polypro/thermal underwear - top & bottom
  • 3 pairs of socks (they get wet)
  • warm hat
  • sunscreen and sunglasses
  • drink bottle (1 litre)
  • spare lightweight shoes or sandals
  • flashlight/head lamp
  • insect repellent (sandflies like foreign blood)
  • casual clothing for travel and evening
  • gloves/mittens
  • small daypack 
  • togs (swimming costume)
  • towel (lightweight towels are great)
  • personal toiletries, medication and first aid

 

Optional items:

Gaiters, binoculars, earplugs, walking poles.

We supply:

Therm-a-rest sleeping mat, tents, cooking equipment, plates/cutlery, first aid kit, safety equipment and maps.

Luggage:

We allow space for 120 litres per person (one large pack plus one day pack). You may be required to forward excess luggage if you exceed this. Any gear you do not need while hiking can be locked in the custom-built trailer. We highly recommend travel insurance.

*Ultimate New Zealand only - for the flight between Wellington and Nelson, the checked luggage allowance is 23kgs per person, with a carry-on luggage allowance of 7 kg.

Equipment Hire:

We have high quality hiking equipment which you can hire for our Kiwi-Style Hiking trips. Please arrange hire gear when you book. Requests for hire equipment must be made at least 5 days before the departure date.

 

hire gear below 8

Food

As well as being the time to rest, refuel and recharge, meal times are also a great time to get to know your fellow travellers better, sit back and enjoy the amazing surroundings and enjoy some great food! Everybody helps with the preparation and cooking of meals. But don’t worry – we won’t expect you to make it up on the spot! As everything we eat we need to carry on our backs, a lot of careful planning goes into choosing meals that not only give us plenty of energy and nutrition but are also light to carry, easy to prepare and most importantly – taste great! If you have any specific dietary requirements, please let us know when you book and we will make it work. 

Guides & Safety

An excellent guide can make the difference between a trip of a lifetime and just an ordinary trip. That is why we work hard to make sure we hire the best guides. Our handpicked professionals come from a range of backgrounds. Each has extensive outdoor and hiking experience and a passion for New Zealand’s wild and beautiful backcountry. Our guides will ensure that your time with us is truly inspiring, a huge amount of fun and safe. All guides are trained in Mountain Safety First Aid.

Please be gentle with your guide - good guides are hard to find! 

Sarah Akers

Sarah Akers

Jeremy Martin

Jeremy Martin

Martin Lesley

Martin Lesley

Chai Pyle

Chai Pyle

Kathryn Richards

Kathryn Richards

Mitch Hutchings

Mitch Hutchings

Frequently Asked Questions

Does everyone get involved with camp duties?
Everyone is fully involved with the running of the Peak Bagger, from collecting firewood, to setting up camp and cooking meals. You are expected to do your share of work. If you are not a great cook, don’t worry - your guide and other people in the group will help you.
Does it matter if I am travelling alone?
Most of the people on our kiwi-style hiking trips are travelling alone. The kiwi-style hiking trips are strong on group activities and participation including playing outdoor games, going for swims, helping one another to cross rivers, exploring secret places, and overcoming obstacles and challenges. You are encouraged to participate in activities, but if it’s not your thing that is also OK. Time is allowed for people to be by themselves on the trip if they need it.
What do I do with my valuables while hiking?
Keep them with you in your hiking pack. You can pack all those things in plastic bags to keep them dry and keep them with you while hiking.
I have specific dietary requirements - is that a problem?
Vegetarians, gluten free and dairy free hikers join our trips regularly. Please let us know in advance as meals take more planning. Everyone takes a turn in meal preparations, if you have complex dietary requirements you may need to be involved more frequently. It is advisable to join the trip with some of your own food items if you are worried. Once you are on the trip the guide may ask you to join him/her when they go food shopping. Preparing meals for several different dietary requirements in the wilderness with limited facilities can be challenging but with your help we can make it work.
What is the weather going to be like?

New Zealand experiences very changeable weather - especially in the remote mountainous regions where you will spend most of your time. Some days you can be broiling in 30 degrees and then the next day you could be freezing in a cool southerly from the sub Antarctic. It is best to be prepared for the worst conditions you are likely to expect - see the 'What to Take' section. You may get some rain on the trip so a good waterproof raincoat is important
Who is in my group?
A small group (maximum 11 people), with a range of ages, nationalities and work backgrounds. Seventy percent of people are between 20 and 40, though there are sometimes people from 17 to 72. On average, half are women and half are men. Everyone shares an enthusiasm for outdoor adventure and an appreciation of nature.
What if I can't keep up with the rest of the group?
The group hikes together, stopping often for snacks and a good lunch. Some activities are optional if you feel like having some time out.
Can I charge my electronics while on the kiwi-style hiking trip?
About two or three times per kiwi-style hiking trip you stay at places that have electricity so you will be able to recharge batteries. If you have a vehicle adapter, bring it along as there may be an opportunity to charge items while driving.
Can I do laundry on the kiwi-style hiking tour?
Yes, at least once, usually half way through the trip. It is recommended that you bring items that are quick drying and plenty of spare pairs of socks and underwear, since you will most likely have to line-dry clothing.

Booking Conditions

Hiking New Zealand reserves the right to alter or amend any tour should the weather or any other situation require this. Hiking New Zealand finalises all tour logistics upon the express condition that they will not be liable for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be brought about either by reason of weather, or defect in vehicle, vessel or aircraft or though the acts or lack of action of any company or persons engaged in transporting or guiding passengers, or arranging the tour.

Payment:

For bookings, four or more months in advance of the departure a 25% deposit can be paid with the remainder due 95 days prior to your trip. For bookings within four months of the departure, full payment is required.

Cancellations:

95 days or more prior to departure – 80% refund of the deposit paid OR your full deposit is transferable to a future trip booked directly with Hiking New Zealand
94 to 21 days prior to departure – 80% refund of the full ticket price 
20 to 11 days prior to departure – 50% refund of the full ticket price 
10 days or less prior to departure – NO REFUND.

 

 

Covid-19 Booking Assurance 

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend that you have comprehensive travel insurance. We ask you to fill out a disclaimer before you begin a Hiking Tour. You must follow the instructions of your guide at all times. 

Our Active Earth Adventures site has adventures beyond New Zealand as well as cycling, skiing, rafting... holidays in New Zealand.

ABOUT US
  • Meet Our Experts
TOUR CATEGORIES
  • Kiwi-Style Hiking
  • Alpine Hikes
  • Great Walks
  • Hiking Tours
  • Custom Tours
FEATURED TRIPS
  • Abel Tasman Track 5 day
  • Ultimate Traverse
  • Hollyford Track
  • Arthur's Pass Alpine Hike
  • Hump Ridge Track
  • Southern Slice
NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP
Get Hiking New Zealand & Active Earth Adventures travel tips delivered to your inbox
SIGN UP
© 2020 Hiking New Zealand Limited. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions
Designed by: Mint Design
To Top