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"We had a fantastic time and didn't want to leave. Our guide Rich seemed to find out our preferences with even food and treks without us asking and made the trip exciting and unbelievable fun! It was fantastic from the start to the end!"
Jantina Tuthill, Pennsylvania, USA
This was my first guided tour, but it was one of the best trips I've ever taken. Lynette was so much fun and took really good care of us. I loved every day of the trip.

Michele Gibney California, USA 2005

 
  Adventure Trips SOUTH ISLAND TOP-2-BOTTOM  
 

Are you looking for a flexible adventure tour? One which travels in a small group so you get a more personal experience? Do you want to have options to kayak, mountain bike, hike, snorkel, surf or simply relax, but don't want to have to pay extra for each activity?

South Island Top-2-Bottom
The South Island Top-2-Bottom is the best value South Island trip available in New Zealand. Traveling with kayaks, mountain bikes, snorkeling gear, surfing equipment and a few other toys, you really get to do much more than just see the sights, you get to explore them!

Each day you will be able to choose what activity you feel like doing. Of course your guide will suggest the best activity to experience each area, but ultimately, it is up to you. This trip includes all the highlights of the South Island, as well as some lesser known secret spots!

 
Sea Kayaking in the Abel Tasman National Park
Mountain Biking
Mountain biking on the South Island
 
 

 

     
  Brief Itinerary (Full Itinerary)      
  Day 1 & 2: Queenstown
Arrive in Queenstown and spend a couple days exploring the "Adventure Capital of the World" and sampling some of the amazing activities this area has to offer.
Day 3: Milford Sound Overnight Cruise
Travel south to the famous Milford Sound for an overnight cruise and kayaking trip.
Day 4 & 5: Wanaka / Mount Aspiring National Park
Wanaka is a fantastic town, right on the edge of the Mount Aspiring National Park. The Rob Roy Glacier hike is our favorite day walk in the whole of New Zealand!
Day 6: Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier is a very unique glacier. Walk through the ancient rainforest right onto the ice!
Day 7: Punankaiki / Pancake Rocks
The limestone rock formations of the Pancake Rocks are simply stunning.
Day 8 & 9: Abel Tasman National Park
The Abel Tasman is New Zealand's most famous national park. This is the perfect time to venture out on kayak to explore the many deserted bays, beaches and islands. Even break out the snorkeling gear and swim with the seals!
Day 10 & 11: Marlborough Sounds / Queen Charlotte Track
The Marlborough Sounds are the perfect place to kick back and relax, or to get active on kayak or mountain bike!
 
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Essential Details
11 Days exploring the South Island
All meals included except 1 dinner & 1 lunch
All activities included in the cost
Maximum of 9 travelers
   
   
   
   
   
 
         
  Options  
Seals in Abel Tasman
Kayaking with the seals in the Abel Tasman National Park!
Milford Sound Cruise
Milford Sound overnight cruise & kayaking
 
 

This trip can be linked with the North Island Top-2-Bottom so that you can do the whole of New Zealand from Top-2-Bottom in 21 days! Or, what about doing the Routeburn Track or Milford Track right after your 11 days of Serious Fun?

Contact us to find out more, or click here for details of the full New Zealand Top-2-Bottom tour.

   
       
  Activities & Inclusions    
  The South Island Top-2-Bottom includes many great activities. Obviously, you have unlimited use of the mountain bikes, sea kayaks, bodyboards and snorkeling gear included in the tour cost. The cost of the tour also includes all meals (except for 1 lunch & 1 dinner), accommodations, transport, and the services of a guide!    
       
  Departure Dates 2008 - 2009      
  Please contact us at info@seriousfunnewzealand.com for our latest trip dates.      
         
  Numbers      
  This tour is designed to give you flexibility, comfort and an intimate New Zealand experience, so the numbers are restricted to very small groups.
Minimum 4 / Maximum 9
     
         
  Tour Cost (All Prices Include New Zealand Taxes)      
 

NZ$3,950.00 pp

Single Supplement (Explanation)
NZ$400.00 pp (for full 11-day tour)

 

     
         
  Tour Map      
 

The following tour map shows the route through the South Island in a solid line. The dotted line in the North Island represents the North Island Top-2-Bottom trip which can be combined with the South Island to do the whole of New Zealand in 21 days!

If you are unable to do the full 11 or 21 day trips, then feel free to contact us to talk about doing part of either trip. We often have people who do 9 or 14 day options.

     
 
South Island Map Please note, this trip can run in either direction - North to South, or South to North, so please contact us prior to booking any flights!
 
         
  Contact us today to find out more about this great South Island trip! If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us on our toll free number, or to email us directly.