New Zealand
Oct 15-29, 2024
15 days | New Zealand | Quest Nature Tours
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
Itinerary at a Glance
Day | Activity |
1 | Arrive in Auckland and rest up from the flight |
2 | Ferry to the predator-free island nature sanctuary of Tiritiri Matangi |
3 | Geothermal region of the Firth of Thames, explore the Waimangu Thermal Valley |
4 | The Pureora forest, a prime example of fantastic flora and bird life |
5 | Drive to Wellington through Tongariro N.P., ferry to Picton |
6 | Walk to the tree line and enjoy breathtaking panoramas in Nelson Lakes N.P. |
7 | Spot Sperm Whales on your cruise in Kaikoura Peninsula |
8 | Nature walk in the forest and alpine habitats in the Kaikoura region |
9 | Explore the tranquil Peel Forest, sienna tussock grassland of Mackenzie Country |
10 | Drive by the deep turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki to Mount Cook N.P. |
11 | Travel to the striking Lindis Pass to Queenstown |
12 | Drive alongside Lake Wakatipu and into the Fiordland World Heritage Area |
13 | Travel to Stewart Island for a kiwi safari |
14 | Back to the city of Dunedin and cruise by the entrance of Otago Harbour |
15 | Depart Dunedin |
Optional Extension: New Caledonia | Learn more |
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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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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