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Visiting the Pureora Forest with its millennial trees
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Seeing a kiwi on a night walk
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Viewing Sperm Whales on our boat trip around Kaikoura Peninsula
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Hearing the song of the endemic New Zealand Bellbirds
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Exploring spectacular Fiordland

New Zealand

Oct 15-29, 2024

15 days | New Zealand | Quest Nature Tours

 This tour is sold out! Please email Ankur to be placed on the wait-list.



New Zealand is un-crowded, unmodified, and unsurpassed in its splendour. On this environmental journey of discovery, we’ll show you the full diversity of the country’s spectacular natural heritage. Travelling by small coach, we will explore the variety of awesome landscapes including extravagant glaciers, picturesque fiords, rugged mountains, subtropical forest, volcanic plateau and miles of coastline with gorgeous sandy beaches. We’ll see many of the world’s rarest, most enchanting wildlife and plant species in pristine settings beyond compare. We’ll experience some of New Zealand’s seismic features, walk among the world’s largest fuchsias, visit a colony of Northern Royal Albatross, take a boat tour to watch Sperm Whales and cruise on the deep, icy blue waterways to search for Bottlenose Dolphins, New Zealand Fur Seals and the rare Fiordland Penguin. Whether an introduction to nature study or a once in a lifetime trip, this tour is a winner!
 
We will be offering a pre-tour extension to wonderful New Caledonia, a hotbed of endemic birds and plants, notably the extraordinary Kagu. Please enquire for more information!
Quest Nature Tours Worldwide Explorers Club
Tour Cost (per person):
C$7345 (includes all taxes and gratuities)
Group Size:
10 - 14 participants

What’s included: Accommodations in double occupancy from Auckland, NZ; ground transportation; meals as indicated in the itinerary; airport transfers, if travelling as per the group flight itinerary; park entrance fees; gratuities for services provided by Quest; services of Quest New Zealand naturalist/driver Lynette Hartley

"Lynette was a gem." - Ann & Alan
"Lynette's energy and dedication was very impressive." - Linda

Itinerary at a Glance

DayActivity
1Arrive in Auckland and rest up from the flight
2Ferry to the predator-free island nature sanctuary of Tiritiri Matangi
3Geothermal region of the Firth of Thames, explore the Waimangu Thermal Valley
4The Pureora forest, a prime example of fantastic flora and bird life
5Drive to Wellington through Tongariro N.P., ferry to Picton
6Walk to the tree line and enjoy breathtaking panoramas in Nelson Lakes N.P.
7Spot Sperm Whales on your cruise in Kaikoura Peninsula
8Nature walk in the forest and alpine habitats in the Kaikoura region
9Explore the tranquil Peel Forest, sienna tussock grassland of Mackenzie Country
10Drive by the deep turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki to Mount Cook N.P.
11Travel to the striking Lindis Pass to Queenstown
12Drive alongside Lake Wakatipu and into the Fiordland World Heritage Area
13Travel to Stewart Island for a kiwi safari
14Back to the city of Dunedin and cruise by the entrance of Otago Harbour
15Depart Dunedin
Optional Extension: New Caledonia  |  Learn more
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Your Tour Leader

Lynette Hartley has worked in the conservation field in New Zealand for over 20 years. She is passionately invested in protecting New Zealand’s threatened native ecosystems, and is active in habitat restoration activities. Lynette is also an accomplished nature artist. She will look forward to hosting you on our tour!

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Or call 1-800-387-1483 with any questions or to reserve your spot!

Quest Nature Tours Worldwide Explorers Club
Tour Cost (per person):
C$7345 (includes all taxes and gratuities)
Group Size:
10 - 14 participants

What’s included: Accommodations in double occupancy from Auckland, NZ; ground transportation; meals as indicated in the itinerary; airport transfers, if travelling as per the group flight itinerary; park entrance fees; gratuities for services provided by Quest; services of Quest New Zealand naturalist/driver Lynette Hartley

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