Patagonia Hiking Adventure
4.7 from 1140 reviews
Monica P
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Jay H
This was the first time Tami and I have tried a guided tour and we were very pleased. We were lucky to have teamed up with a group of compatible and very friendly fellow travelers. We enjoyed the range of accommadations and it was kind of exciting to see were we would stay next. Its clear that Active Adventures designed the trip to let us see and experience a variety of settings each with its own quirks. We really enjoyed our guides MJ and James. Listening to them joke and laugh even if it was just with each other always made us feel good. They make a great team and a great team delivers great results. We think they delivered great results.
| January 1970
Classic South Island Adventure
4.7 from 1727 reviews
Jeanelle C
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
New Zealand Biking Adventure
4.7 from 312 reviews
Philip G
Fantastic trip in all respects. Nick, Maddi and Dani were wonderful guides: hard working, knowledgeable, unfailingly pleasant and responsive, and a joy to be with, despite the age gap between us (most of us are in our sixties and seventies, they are all in their twenties).
| January 1970
Patagonia Hiking Adventure
4.7 from 1140 reviews
Frederick P
Active Adventurers South America Condor trip was a fantastic experience. From the first time I read of what all the trip involved I was hooked. Patagonia is a multi-faceted place so one has to be prepared for anything; especially weather changes. Many of the hikes are in National Parks however none of them are a walk-in-the-park. All of them provide tremendous rewards; sights and sounds you can only appreciate first-hand as well as personal highs for having hoisted the pack and completed the trek. One of the most amazing aspects of this trip that I did not anticipate was the glaciers. So many glaciers that have had and continue to have a profound impact on the landscape and ecosystem of Patagonia. It was all very humbling and sure puts things in perspective. We are here for such a short time and to see what has transpired over millions of years before us and surely will continue to develop for millions of years after us; to be there for a snippet in time and take it all in was one of the more profound experiences in my life. In addition to the visual beauty of the region and the personal physical accomplishments I enjoyed there was another amazing and unanticipated aspect to all of this;the wonderful people that made up our group. We were 11 intrepid travellers who came from different places and cultures who, over our 14 days together, really hit it off. We know we have made some friends for life. A sweet bonus to what was really a great adventure.
| January 1970
Patagonia Hiking Adventure
4.7 from 1140 reviews
Jim K
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Sally R
This trip was beyond expectations...our leaders Liana and Maya were energized, loved their country and their enthusiasm translated into their daily zest for each part of the adventure...I returned to New Zealand for the second time for this trip and my love for the mountains, hikes, kayaking and biking were exponential this time...my favorite place in the world to hike, complete with wonderful history and tales provided by our guides will never be forgotten. The challenge of Nelson Lakes was a life achievement and ranks high in our achievement as a group. Memories will never be forgotten!
| January 1970
Northern Patagonia Adventure
4.6 from 56 reviews
Kendall M
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Christine C
If you want to see the beautiful South Island of New Zealand, the Rimu trip is the way to do it! Our two kiwi guides were fun, informative, and passionate about their country. We all learned a lot, as we enjoyed the delicious local cuisine in our trip around the island. We benefitted from their knowledge of the out-of-the-places and the local history. The well-chosen adventures, whether it was hiking, biking, or kayaking, showed us the various topographic features and climate around the island. It is a beautiful place!
| January 1970
Classic South Island Adventure
4.7 from 1727 reviews
Stephen S
This was an epic adventure, all that I had hoped for and more. To start we had really great guides, Simon and Ruby. Everything went like clockwork and our guides brought us the best weather ever. I thought I was in good shape, but the hikes brought me down a few notches. Did not help that I was not feeling well for the better part of the trip. But Simon or Ruby stayed with me even though I was left in the dust by the others. And I know if they thought it was going to be too tough that they would have stopped me from plunging ahead. For me the one day rest in Queenstown was very welcomed. This trip had everything: vans, bikes, boats (2), planes and even a helicopter, that was so worth the additional charge. The lodging was varied but very comfortable and fitting for where we were, added to the memory of this great trip. Only suggestion was that some of the meals could have been a bit better, some were great, while others were not so hot. But we had more than enough to eat and was not a distraction. This trip was well worth the money and the journey. Not to be missed. Thanks Ruby, Simon and Action Adventures.
| January 1970
Patagonia Hiking Adventure
4.7 from 1140 reviews
Matthew S
We just returned home from 2 weeks on the Condor trip to Patagonia. We could not be more pleased with the our guide, Gustavo, who made sure everything was comfortable for us along the way - always with a understanding smile. The land itself is beyond beautiful and we were blessed with near perfect weather and a great group of people to make things even better. The accommodations were all clean and comfortable and we were more than well fed. If I had more time we'd have added on the Puma trip, but we'll save that for another trip. A truly wonderful experience.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Laurie P
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Patagonia Hiking Adventure
4.7 from 1140 reviews
Susan P
As I age I feel it is important to push the boundaries of my comfort zone. I was worried about holding up the group but I found I am stronger than I think and the guides were great for encouraging and congratulating everybody on their accomplishments. I loved the trip, the scenery, the activities and meeting all the like minded people.
| January 1970
Valleys of Everest
4.8 from 60 reviews
Pirko H
I was a bit nervous going on the trip because we were leaving earlier in the year than normal and taking our two kids (10 and 12) with us. It would probably be very cold and the hiking was supposed to be very strenuous because of the altitude. But I shouldn't have worried! The weather was great, altitude didn't matter much cause we were going slow and our tour guides Elder and Arjun were amazing! They took real good care of us. In Kathmandu they prepared us for the things to come as they did every morning during the trip. We used the provided sleeping bags (never had sleeping bags so warm), as well as the down jackets (I never saw anything like these in the shops) and the hiking poles. In Kathmandu we did some sightseeing, but honestly, that part could easily be skipped. It's not a pretty city. The hotel was an oasis in an otherwise dirty and noisy place. Once in Lukla, the hiking part of the trip started. We were so lucky with the weather! Clear blue skies and good temperatures - around 0 degrees Celsius at night. While on the go, we changed the itinerary a bit because many places were still closed. We ended up staying in Namche Bazar for 3 nights because the teahouses in the other places were going to be too cold. From there, we did some excursions. The most amazing part was a helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp, Kala Pattar and camp1/2. Elder and Arjun managed to arrange it for us. It was spectacular! We went back down towards Lukla one day early because it had started snowing and it was getting really cold. Elder and Arjun were very flexible and did everything they could to accommodate us. All in all, an unforgettable experience!
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Lynne W
Our guides were superb, knowledgeable and managed expectations perfectly. The scenery and countryside were beyond amazing. The hikes were incredibly challenging yet rewarding. I wished we had had more time to recover/relax from the hikes and more time to explore in cities like Wanaka/Queenstown.
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Stan K
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
Jenn G
The Active Adventures tour to the Galapagos was extremely well-organized, down to the selection of the best local restaurants and hotels. At first the activity level seemed daunting but after a day or so, we looked forward to the 2 planned activities each day and enjoyed the pace. We felt sorry for the tourists on the cruise ships bobbing in the bay, knowing they were limited to a daily excursion to the island followed by a generic cruise dinner and entertainment each night. A land-based tour is the way to go for sure. We really felt immersed in the culture and liked the fact that we were contributing to the local economy. Our guide, Zambo, was the best!
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Angela B
Chip and I were so very excited to travel to the south island and start our trip with Active Adventures and were blown away by the beautiful, pristine scenery and wonderful people including three of the greatest guides, Liana, Mel and D.K.!! We hiked every day and each hike and adventure just kept getting better and better....We could not have been happier with our choice with Active Adventures and cannot wait to come back and do more! The attention to detail from the guides was far beyond our expectations and they kept us entertained everyday with interesting stories of the culture and places we were hiking. The itinerary was packed with fun and different things to do and our group couldn't have been any more fun, we made friends for life! The guides were easy going and patient and Mel was an amazing chef and we loved eating the fresh food and New Zealand beer and wine, what a treat! Although our hike was the Manuka trip, our guides told us about the other trips they have guided in Nepal, and the north island and we cannot wait to get back to your beautiful country....Thank you for giving us a trip of a lifetime,
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Valerie D
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
Milford Track Adventure
4.6 from 826 reviews
Sharon B
I researched online and found the tour company Active Adventure. The reviews were great and as a solo traveler I wanted to be sure that I was safe, guided and not alone. Right from the start Ellie and Holly made everyone welcomed and excited to start our adventure. Everything from the bus, the resource books, the snacks, the clear communication, the schedule and ALL the knowledge that was imparted was fantastic. The destinations and timetable was perfect for my level of fitness (which is pretty good) and having time to appreciate the different locations. Never did I feel rushed or that I couldn’t take the extra time to soak up the beauty of NZ. The meals that were prepared over the course of the whole trip were great. Nice variety and always fresh. I could go on about how organized, prepared and flowing the trip was but what was so much more was the absolute joy and fun that I had. Ellie and Holly are wonderfully fun, engaging, caring and knowledgeable. I loved the hiking, the set your own pace style, learning about all of the flora and fauna and the Maori lore of NZ. The trip was physically active, the food delicious, the company excellent and the natural beauty amazing. I learned, laughed, ate, sweat and slept well. Accommodations were Great!!!
I so appreciated the bonding of our group and have made fast friends that I know I will keep for life. Not once did I feel lonely, being surrounded by others who are also doing something we all love..... being one with nature. Holly and Ellie are the best ambassadors of Active Adventures and more importantly of New Zealand. They do you more than proud and they definitely elevate this experience from great to outstanding. I loved every moment of this trip and would not hesitate in recommending it to others. I am already planning to return to NZ in 2020. Thank you for such an amazing introduction to beautiful NZ.
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Elizabeth M
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Ultimate South Island Adventure
4.7 from 4483 reviews
Nanette W
Good, really enjoyed it
| January 1970
North Island Volcanic Adventure
4.5 from 754 reviews
Leigh K
Awesome!!!
| January 1970
Northland Adventure
4.6 from 90 reviews
Mary S
We have never done a trip like this, and now we are converts. Andy was the most professional, attentive, thoughtful, knowledgeable guide! Due to the size of our group, Jo got the week off, but she met us for a couple of meals and she also contributed so much to our knowledge of the flora, fauna, and history of this beautiful area and it's indigenous people. I have never been on a trip like this and I know we will be traveling with Active Adventures again. When I retire, look out Active Adventures! Thank you for such an amazing experience. It exceeded all expectations. We thank Andy for making this happen.
| January 1970