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1 Book now at wildkiwi.com THE experience OF A LIFETIME wildkiwi.com #wildkiwi #newzealand #instago #passportready #travelblogger #wanderlust #ilovetravel #instapassport #postcardsfromtheworld #traveldeeper #solotraveller #beautifuldestinations #travelinspiration THE experience OF A LIFETIME Tour New Zealand in a tight group with the best guides around! Join the tribe! Book your amazing tour now and travel NZ in a luxury vehicle with like-minded adventurers! HELLO@WILDKIWI.COM Valid until MAy 2018

2 If you re making the trip of a lifetime, do it properly and do it in style! Get ready to get outside your comfort zone and do things you ve never done before, like splashing in the turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo. Our 7 or 24 day guided tours are for those who want to make every day count. Our AWESOME GUIDES have hunted out all the very best spots to give you the most epic experience of New Zealand possible, allowing you to sit back and take in all our country has to offer from the comfort of our BRAND SPANKING NEW, LUXURY CRUISER. But don t get too comfortable: our tours will have you out in the action, exploring the incredible lakes, glaciers, mountains and adrenalin-junkie attractions New Zealand is world famous for. Included in all of our tours is an EXPERT GUIDE and driver, daily transport, ACCOMMODATION, a welcome BBQ, BREAKFASTS and a hit list of NEW ZEALAND S MOST INCREDIBLE SPOTS. Travelling alone? Not for long MOST OF OUR ADVENTURERS ARRIVE AS STRANGERS AND LEAVE AS FRIENDS. Sorted! So here s how it works: Pick a tour and then turn up. Yup, that s it. SMALL GROUPS 16 PEOPLE MAX BRAND SPANKING NEW VEHICLES AWESOME LOCAL EXPERT GUIDES NEW ZEALAND S MOST INCREDIBLE SPOTS INCREDIBLE JOURNEY, BEST HOLIDAY I VE HAD! WHAT A COUNTRY AND WHAT AN INCREDIBLE WAY TO SEE IT! THE TEAM WAS THE BEST! THANKS WILD KIWI TEAM FOR A HOLIDAY I LL NEVER FORGET! BEN BARTEL, ENGLAND

3 exploring New zealand wild kiwi style You ll make friendships of a lifetime on a Wild Kiwi tour, trust us. wheels groups guides DUE TO THE SIZE OF THE GROUP, YOU CAN ALSO MAKE YOUR OWN SUGGESTIONS IF YOU WANT TO SEE SOMETHING IN PARTICULAR. 5 STARS FROM ME! SIMON NIKOLAI, GERMANY Our vehicle gets wolf whistles wherever we go and for good reason. This NEW, SLEEK MACHINE MAKES TRAVELLING A PLEASURE, with massive windows to give you an incredible view (they re tinted, too, to protect you from baking in the sun), USB ports at each seat and enough leg room to stretch out. There s even wifi available at certain times talk about the high life! Our adventure tours are for SMALL GROUPS OF 18 TO 35 YEAR OLDS. WE LIMIT THE SIZE OF THESE GROUPS TO 16. Despite what some people say, we think small is best when it comes to travelling, we mean. It means you don t get lost or left out in the chaos of a large group and you really get to know and bond with others on the trip. Be prepared to make some awesome friendships with people from around the globe we tend to get tight on our tours! WE DON T HIRE BUS DRIVERS WE HIRE GUIDES. We find epic humans with a love for NZ, a fondness for creating good times, and the gift of the gab and we put them behind the wheel, tasked with giving you the adventure of a lifetime. Our experienced guides pride themselves on finding places a little off the beaten track, to ensure your trip is a memorable one. Meet Kim, one of our guides Where in New Zealand are you from? The mighty Tauranga! What s your favourite spot? I m happiest when sat at the top of Mount Maunganui taking in the view. What are your top perks of being a Wild Kiwi guide? Meeting so many different people from all around the world! Makes it tough keeping up with all of the different accents though. One piece of advice for travellers riding with you? Bring some great tunes to play!

4 7 DAys / 6 nights from nz$1099 SOUTHERN VOYAGER 7 days DAY 4 Seven days of adventuring in our beautiful South Island. Southern voyager 7 days in our luxury tour vehicle soaking up the most spectacular sights of the South Island it s a road trip like no other! We ll get you up close with glaciers, ancient rainforests and maybe even a kiwi or two but don t think it s a laid back nature tour: there s plenty of crazy activities to get your heart pumping too! FRANZ JOSEF 2 NIGHTS START/FINISH CHRISTCHURCH what s included Accommodation Brand spanking new vehicle MILFORD SOUND 1 DAY QUEENSTOWN 3 NIGHTS LAKE TEKAPO 1 NIGHT Professional guide and driver Breakfast every day There s a tonne of extra activities you can do along the way at extra cost ask your guide for recommendations. THE GUIDES MADE YOU LAUGH SO MUCH, EDUCATED YOU ABOUT NZ NATURAL ENVIRONMENTS AND MADE SURE THE ITINERARY WAS FILLED WITH MANY THRILL- SEEKING AND FUN ACTIVITIES! EVON KHANGURA, AUSTRALIA departure dates Our Southern Voyager departs from Christchurch every Saturday. DAY 5 SECURE YOUR SEAT ONLINE at wildkiwi.com or call now #wildkiwi

5 7 DAys / 6 nights from nz$1099 SOUTHERN VOYAGER day by day DAY 6 Day 1: CHRISTCHURCH - FRANZ JOSEF DAY 3: FRANZ JOSEF - QUEENSTOWN DAY 6: QUEENSTOWN - LAKE TEKAPO Top 3 Insta-worthy spots: Say goodbye to Christchurch International Airport and hi to the DIZZYING HEIGHTS OF ARTHUR S PASS AND THE STUNNING SNOW-CAPPED SOUTHERN ALPS. We ll stop off at beautiful Hokitika and explore the world-famous Hokitika Gorge before cruising through spectacular scenery to arrive at Franz Josef the gateway to glacier country. Time permitting, we ll pop into The National Kiwi Centre after arrival. DAY 2: FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER Ice ice, baby! We ll hit the FRANZ JOSEF AND FOX GLACIERS which you can hike, helicopter, or both. These stunning formations made over thousands of years or, as Maori legend has it, from a lost lover s tears will have you weeping with joy. Watch the hue change from turquoise to deepest blue as you cross them. You re in for a treat today. Travelling along mile after mile of rugged coastline, we ll hit the HAAST PASS WHERE ANCIENT RAINFORESTS, ICY BLUE GLACIERS AND BOOMING WATERFALLS COLLIDE to create a stunning kaleidoscope of natural scenery. We ll end up in beautiful Queenstown the adrenaline capital of New Zealand. DAY 4: QUEENSTOWN & MILFORD SOUND Today we cruise around the fiord at UNESCO-listed Milford Sound. Here, MOUNTAINS RISE, DOLPHINS LEAP AND WATER TUMBLES. After all that, kick back with a beer, hit one of the cool clubs or devour NZ s most famous burger: the Fergburger! DAY 5: QUEENSTOWN Go off-piste and MAKE UP YOUR OWN ITINERARY TODAY. Choose an adrenalinepumping activity like bungee jumping, canyon swings or quad biking; be at one with nature with a hike or bike along one of many waterside trails; or have a go at waterskiing, kayaking or wakeboarding. The local cafes are good too. Today you ll get to see and splash about in the STUNNING TURQUOISE WATERS OF LAKE TEKAPO the legendary colour comes from glaciers depositing minerals over thousands of years. Spend the rest of the day at the beautiful Tekapo Springs hot pools or hire a bike and go on an adventure. Lake Tekapo has been declared a Star Reserve, so as night falls we ll celebrate the last night of the tour raising a glass to the skies. Cheers! DAY 7: LAKE TEKAPO - CHRISTCHURCH After a final brekky, it s back to where we began: Christchurch. The SOUTH ISLAND S BIGGEST CITY was badly damaged in 2011 s earthquake, but through Kiwi spirit it has been rebuilt to be a vibrant, creative centre. Check out the cool pop-up cafés and grab a souvenir from one of the quirky shops before we say goodbye. Fear not, we ll hug it out and leave with stacks of great memories. Itinerary may change due to adverse weather or other factors out of our control. The stunning turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo The icy beauty of Franz Josef Glacier The tranquil and moody Milford Sound #nofilter WHAT S GREAT IS EVERYONE ON THE TOUR WAS A SOLO TRAVELLER SO IT MADE MAKING FRIENDS EASY. LOVED EVERY MINUTE! SOPHORA CLIFF, ENGLAND DAY 3 SECURE YOUR SEAT ONLINE at wildkiwi.com or call now #wildkiwi

6 24 DAys / 23 nights from nz$3500 aotearoa discovery 24 days Give us 24 days and we ll give you the adventure of a lifetime! BAY OF ISLANDS 2 NIGHTS START/FINISH COROMANDEL 2 NIGHTS AUCKLAND 1 NIGHT RAGLAN 1 NIGHT ROTORUA 1 NIGHT WAITOMO 1 NIGHT TAUPO 1 NIGHT aotearoa discovery This could possibly be the best 24 days of your life as you road trip up and down the Land of the Long White Cloud, hitting all the best spots and none of the rest! This non-stop tour gets you to beaches, national parks, islands, glaciers and tourist hot spots, with a bit of big-city life thrown in for good measure! If you want to go hard in your time in NZ and experience all the good stuff, this is THE best way to do it. DAY 23 ABEL TASMAN 2 NIGHTS what s included Accommodation PUNAKAIKI 1 NIGHT WELLINGTON 2 NIGHTS Brand spanking new vehicle KAIKOURA 1 NIGHT Professional guide and driver Breakfast every day FRANZ JOSEF 2 NIGHTS Milford Sound overnight cruise MOUNT COOK 1 NIGHT MILFORD SOUND 1 NIGHT CHRISTCHURCH 1 NIGHT There s a tonne of extra activities you can do along the way at extra cost ask your guide for recommendations. DAY 20 QUEENSTOWN 3 NIGHTS departure dates Our Aotearoa Discovery tour departs from Auckland on the following dates EVERYTHING I D HOPED FOR AND MORE!! THE TOUR PROVIDED THE PERFECT MIX OF ADRENALINE-PUMPING ADVENTURE, MIND-BLOWING WILDERNESS AND CHILLED DOWNTIME. JANE COLTON, AUSTRALIA 5 August September September October November December January February March April May 2018 SECURE YOUR SEAT ONLINE at wildkiwi.com or call now #wildkiwi

7 24 DAys / 23 nights from nz$3500 aotearoa discovery day by day DAY 10 DAY 1: Auckland Bay of Islands Your adventure starts here! From busy Auckland we ll make our way up to the SCENIC BAY OF ISLANDS, stopping along the way so you can soak in that stunning Northland countryside. This leg of the journey is a chance to kick back in our luxury bus and get to know your fellow travellers let the bonding begin! DAY 2: Bay of Islands Paihia FAMOUS FOR ITS HOLE IN THE ROCK, Paihia is the main tourist town of the Bay of Islands. Today you ll explore the historyrich town and take in the sights or ramp it up with an activity like kayaking, swimming with dolphins, skydiving, paragliding, snorkelling or water-skiing. DAY 3: Paihia Auckland Auckland is NZ s largest city, but we re taking you to the true gem: WAIHEKE ISLAND A SLICE OF PARADISE frequently visited by international celebs. After the 35-minute ferry ride, we ll visit picturesque beaches and taste wine at the finest vineyards. Don t worry: we ll have you back in time to enjoy Auckland s bustling nightlife. DAY 4: Auckland Coromandel You re in for a treat! Today we ll explore the laid back Coromandel area and you ll get up close and personal with CATHEDRAL COVE, AN UNBELIEVABLY BEAUTIFUL (AND INSTA- WORTHY) NZ LANDMARK. Snap photos under the impressive rock archways, dive into the turquoise waters or enjoy a walk along the white sandy shores. DAY 5: Coromandel Hot Water Beach It s getting hot in here Get ready to EXPERIENCE ONE OF NZ S BEST NATURAL ATTRACTIONS: HOT WATER BEACH. Find yourself a spot, dig a hole in the sand (by hand or spade) and enjoy your own private natural hot spring spa bliss. When you re done soaking there s plenty of great local cafes and art galleries to check out. DAY 6: Coromandel Rotorua Rich in Maori history, Rotorua is most famous for its underground geothermal activity that causes SPECTACULAR GEYSERS AND HOT SPRINGS. There s heaps to do here check out the boiling mud pools, walk around the lake, walk or bike Redwood Forest, hit the luge or zorb just don t complain about the distinctive egg smell caused by the sulphur! You can even get your Lord of The Rings fix with a trip to Hobbiton. DAY 7: Rotorua Taupo Lake Taupo sits within the crater of the Taupo Volcano. It s the largest freshwater lake in Australasia and roughly the size of Singapore it makes for a THRILLING RIDE ON A JET BOAT! Like heights? Skydiving in Taupo has spectacular views over the Tongariro National Park. DAY 8: Taupo Wellington Today we trek to Wellington, passing the North Island s largest volcanoes on the way. There s no shortage of things to do and see in our quirky capital city. ENJOY WELLINGTON S FUNKY BARS AND CAFES, Te Papa museum, or head to Weta Cave museum for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of Lord of the Rings. Don t forget to ride the iconic cable car, which ends at the beautiful Wellington Botanic Garden. DAY 9: Wellington Abel Tasman Don t say we didn t warn you about how beautiful this national park is. This little piece of paradise can be explored by kayak, foot, catamaran or water taxi. We ll spend the afternoon exploring the incredible beach and SEA KAYAKING THROUGH THE MARINE RESERVE. Keep an eye out for the cheeky local dolphins or fur seals sunning themselves on the rocks. DAY 10: Abel Tasman After brekky, get your bathers on for a DAY OF SUNBATHING AND CHILLING AT THE BEACH or join us for a hike through the national park and discover why we think this National Park has some of New Zealand s best beaches. If you re lucky you may spot some of New Zealand s native wildlife too, such as the tui and the tuatara. DAY 11: abel tasman - Punakaiki After a brief stop at the stunning Nelson Lakes, we carry on to Punakaiki. Situated on the edge of Paparoa National Park, Punakaiki is a quaint little community which is HOME TO THE FAMOUS PANCAKE ROCKS. Irregular limestone formations offering a dramatic surprise of the natural blow holes. DAY 12: Punakaiki Franz Josef Today we travel through the west coast town of Greymouth before stopping at the Greenstone Capital of New Zealand, Hokitika. After a short stop we travel on to the GATEWAY TO THE GLACIER COUNTRY, FRANZ JOSEF. Time permitting, we ll pop into the National Kiwi Centre after arrival so you can see a wild kiwi of your own. DAY 13: Franz Josef Ice ice, baby! We ll hit the FRANZ JOSEF AND FOX GLACIERS which you can hike, helicopter, or both. These stunning formations made over thousands of years or, as Maori legend has it, from a lost lover s tears will have you weeping with joy. Watch the hue change from turquoise to deepest blue as you cross them. Really want to get your adrenaline pumping? Give quad biking along the river bed, kayaking or skydiving a go! DAY 14: Franz Josef Queenstown You re in for a treat today. Travelling along mile after mile of rugged coastline, we ll hit the HAAST PASS WHERE ANCIENT RAINFORESTS, ICY BLUE GLACIERS AND BOOMING WATERFALLS COLLIDE to create a stunning kaleidoscope of natural scenery. We ll end up in beautiful Queenstown the adrenaline capital of New Zealand. DAY 15: Queenstown Adventure Day Go off-piste and MAKE UP YOUR OWN ITINERARY TODAY. Choose an adrenalinepumping activity like bungy jumping, canyon swings or quad biking; be at one with nature with a hike or bike along one of many waterside trails; or have a go at kayaking through the chasms of the striking Dart River or luging at Bob s Peak. The local cafes are good too, just saying DAY 18 DAY 16: Milford Sound overnight cruise Today we cruise around the fiord at UNESCO-listed Milford Sound. Here, MOUNTAINS RISE, DOLPHINS LEAP AND WATER TUMBLES. We ll explore the awe-inspiring spot on a stunning overnight cruise, an incredible way to experience the stunning scenery and abundant wildlife up close. If the weather doesn t play nicely we have alternative activities up our sleeve. DAY 17: Milford Sound Queenstown We head back to Queenstown for a final time. We ll either walk up Bob s Peak to TAKE IN QUEENSTOWN S SPECTACULAR VIEWS or take the gondola up to the luge for one last ride. After that it s time to kick back with a beer, hit one of the local clubs or devour NZ s most famous burger: the Fergburger! DAY 18: Queenstown Mt Cook Today is a good day! We ll head to MT. COOK, THE HIGHEST PEAK IN NEW ZEALAND. We ll explore the amazing beauty of the Tasman glacier, getting so close that you can reach out and touch the century-old ice crystals on the floating icebergs. DAY 19: Mt Cook Christchurch This resilient city has survived devastating earthquakes, yet retains its confident, vibrant culture. Nicknamed The Garden City, Christchurch is a botanic heaven and boasts many eclectic shops to amble around. For those after more intrepid activities, you can HIKE OR MOUNTAIN BIKE YOUR WAY THROUGH CHRISTCHURCH S PICTURESQUE LANDSCAPE. DAY 20: Christchurch Kaikoura Kaikoura is a coastal town known for its abundance of sea life and picturesque outlook, WITH TURQUOISE WATER ON ONE SIDE AND STUNNING SNOW-CAPPED MOUNTAINS ON THE OTHER. A local New Zealand fur seal colony makes for good viewing, but hold your nose! We highly recommend you do a whale watching trip if you re here in whale season (June & July or November to February). DAY 21: Kaikoura Wellington Our next stop: Martinborough. This charming little town is HOME TO SOME OF THE BEST PINOT NOIR IN THE COUNTRY AND EXCELLENT RESTAURANTS to go with it, so make sure to bring your appetite. There are over 20 different wineries for us to explore here, before we venture on to Wellington. DAY 22: Wellington Waitomo FAMOUS FOR ITS ASTONISHING GLOW- WORM CAVES, Waitomo is a must-see. Glide tranquilly into the cave on a boat and gaze up at the unmistakable glimmer of bioluminescent little creatures. These caves are truly magical; it s as if you are looking up at a galaxy full of stars. Waitomo also offers black water rafting and caving. DAY 23: Waitomo Raglan We can t wait to show you Raglan, an enchanting little beachside town with black sand beaches and impressive surf. Manu Bay was actually featured in cult hit movie Endless Summer. We ll ENJOY A DAY STAND- UP PADDLING AROUND THE GORGEOUS CLEAR WATERS of Raglan and surfing its worldfamous long left-hand break. DAY 24: Raglan Auckland It s the last leg of our mind blowing trip today, arriving back in Auckland just after lunch. We ll be sad to say goodbye but amping after AN UNFORGETTABLE 24 DAYS TOGETHER, STARTING AS STRANGERS AND LEAVING AS FRIENDS. Itinerary may change due to adverse weather or other factors out of our control. SECURE YOUR SEAT ONLINE at wildkiwi.com or call now #wildkiwi

8 Kia ora The FINAL deets Greetings Kei te pehea koe? How are you? Top 3 Insta-worthy spots: DAY 4 DAY 11 where you lay your head Ka pai All good The awe-inspiring Cathedral Cove The icy beauty of Franz Josef Glacier The magical Waitomo Caves #nofilter We ll be honest, not many of our tribe spend much time in their rooms on tour. They re too busy yarning to their new mates about the day, they re staring at the stunning night sky or they re checking out the local nightlife. Po marie Good night A MOST MEMORABLE WEEK SPENT EXPLORING NEW But when you do finally bunk down for the night, the beds will be comfortable, the rooms warm and the linen clean. We stay in hostels and cabins we know and trust and keep it to a maximum of four per room. ZEALAND S SOUTH ISLAND, WITH A NOT TOO BIG / NOT TOO SMALL, BUT JUST Don t leave home without THE RIGHT NUMBER OF LIKE MINDED TRAVELLERS, ON A VERY COMFORTABLE MINI BUS. CAN T RECOMMEND WILD KIWI ENOUGH, KEEP UP THE AMAZING DAY 22 Insect repellent, credit card/ bank card (Visa or Mastercard), hat, walking shoes, swimwear, camera, sunscreen, insurance (we recommend you get this before you travel) and a sense of adventure. For the comfort of guests, we restrict luggage to 20kg per person. LEVEL OF SERVICE! DANIEL FERRANDA, AUSTRALIA POcket money Breakfast is included so you ll just need $$ for lunch, dinner, snacks and drinks. Throughout the trip there are additional activities you can put your hand up for they vary in cost from free to $600+. We ve listed the top activities in your pre-departure pack and on the website and you can book these along the way. ENOUGH CHIT CHAT. Let s get you booked in! HELLO@WILDKIWI.COM #wildkiwi