12 December, 2024
25 January, 2025
15 March, 2025
Period 1 Jul 2024
- 30 Jun 2025
Adult NZD $5,495.00
Single Supplement NZD $895.00
For departures of less than 6 people, a surcharge applies for the Hollyford section.
During the course of your trip, we will use a variety of vehicles, all of which are fit for purpose and the conditions encountered. It should be noted that laws governing transportation safety may differ from those in your home country and whilst wherever possible, vehicles with seatbelts are provided, on occasion some vehicles may not have seat belts fitted.
Grade: A
To determine the grade of a particular adventure we consider a number of factors. These include the condition of the terrain, the altitude, the number of pass crossings and the length of the trip. Trails on this itinerary are largely formed paths and tracks which can involve hiking for 2-3 hours at a time. This tour is ideal for those looking to explore a region without engaging in too much trekking at one time. For you to be able to really enjoy this trip we recommend that you are to walk comfortably for a few hours at a time (with breaks included). We recommend 60 minutes of aerobic type exercise, (either cycling, jogging or power walking) three times a week for the three months leading up your trip.
The accommodation for this trip has been carefully selected to provide comfort and value in the best locations possible. The accommodation is on a twin share or double room basis mostly with private facilities. You can request a single supplement room (at an additional charge). Please note: although every endeavour is made to stay at the accommodation detailed in the itinerary, occasionally, due to seasonal shortages, we need to use other accommodations of a similar standard.
We can help with different suggestions for your pre/post tour accommodation.
Each of the walks are day walks and you will only have to carry a day pack with personal essentials.
New Zealand’s weather is very changeable and cold weather can be experienced at any time of year, especially in the mountains. We recommend wearing lightweight and breathable fabrics while hiking. Merino or polypropylene underwear is great in cold weather and will still keep you warm when it gets wet, unlike cotton. Jeans are not suitable for hiking.
Essential Items:
Recommended items:
walking poles, camera, rain trousers.
We supply:
first aid kit, drinking water, safety equipment, and maps.
Luggage:
For the flight between Wellington and Nelson (New Zealand Uncut only), the checked luggage allowance is 23kgs per person, with a carry-on luggage allowance of 7kg.
All food described in the itinerary is included, as well as water and snacks.
Provided we are advised in advance of your departure we are able to cater for vegetarian diets and can assist with medically recommended diets (allergies and intolerances). Please ensure you discuss your requirements with us well in advance (at least 1 month prior to your trip) to determine whether we can cater to such dietary requirements on your chosen adventure. Please note that options are likely to be limited in very remote locations or alternatives may be more expensive or unavailable. There may be times when those with special requirements may need to provide their own food. We are unable to guarantee a peanut-free or allergen-free trip, and therefore, we strongly encourage that travellers with life-threatening or severe allergies take all necessary medical precautions to prepare for the possibility of exposure. Passengers must travel with all necessary medications for food allergies and be capable of self-administering these medications.
Our guides are one of our biggest assets. We pride ourselves on the standard and quality of these great people who you will be spending your holiday with. They come from all walks of life but they all have a common desire to give you the best possible experience, heaps of fun and lots of fond memories to take home with you. We provide you with the services of two guides for many of our trips, (this may depend on the size of the group). All are certified in first aid and CPR and many are advanced mountain guides.
We will secure your tour booking on receipt of a 25% deposit. Tour balance to be paid no less than 95 days prior to tour departure. By paying the deposit you are deemed to have accepted these terms and conditions.
More than 70 days notice – NZ$400.00 cancellation fee
70-35 days – 50% refund of tour price
Less than 35 days notice – NO REFUND
Hiking New Zealand Ltd is not liable for any cost or loss, directly or indirectly, from any personal disruption due to COVID-19. Such costs or losses include, but are not limited to: requirements to follow COVID-19 mandates, flights, accommodation, transfers, and other expenses incurred over and above the tour price. Once your tour has commenced there is no refund available for any portion due to any circumstances. Any decision regarding exceptions to this policy are at the discretion of Hiking New Zealand Ltd or the Operator of the trip if it is not Hiking New Zealand Ltd.
