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NEW ZEALAND
SMALL GROUP TOURS
January 2022 - April 2023
Six MoaTrek tours to choose from
21 Day Kakapo Tour p12 17 Day Kaka Tour p16 16 Day Kakariki Tour p20
2 Bay of Islands 2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1 Hokianga 1
1 AUCKLAND AUCKLAND 1 AUCKLAND
2 Rotorua 2 Rotorua 2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro 1 Tongariro 1 Tongariro
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
Punakaiki 2 Punakaiki 2
1 Kaikoura 1 Kaikoura 1 Kaikoura
Franz Josef 1 Franz Josef 1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1 1 Mt Cook 1
Milford Milford Milford
Sound
1 Wanaka Sound
1 Wanaka Sound
3 Queenstown 3 Queenstown 2 QUEENSTOWN
Our Kiwi Guide team
$NZ 10,590 pp twin $NZ 8,490 pp twin $NZ 8,290 pp twin
$NZ 13,390 pp single $NZ 10,490 pp single $NZ 10,190 pp single
Kia Ora and welcome to MoaTrek Our signature tour starts in Auckland
and connects with Northland’s Māori
Travelling south from Auckland this tour
includes walking in the West Coast’s
Starting in Auckland, visit Northland
for Maori culture and history. Cruise in
culture and the West Coast’s wild rainforests and on the beaches before the Bay of Islands and see glow worm
beauty before finishing in Christchurch. finishing in Christchurch. caves. Finishes in Queenstown.
Have you been dreaming of visiting New Zealand for years and looking for something special for
that “once-in-a-lifetime” trip? Come and join us and enjoy the relaxation of travelling in a small and
friendly group where one carefree day flows on into another. 12 Day Kiwi Tour p24 7 Day Kea Tour p28 4 Day Kotare Tour p30
One big family Meet the locals
2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1
MoaTrek is a family business that’s Meet friendly locals in their own AUCKLAND
“This tour met all our
been running unforgettable small homes, an off the beaten track Punakaiki 2
group tours of New Zealand since 1971. experience you’ll find only with expectations and more! 2 Rotorua
There will be no more than 18 travellers MoaTrek, and end each amazing We saw so much of your 1 Tongariro
AUCKLAND
on board - it’s like travelling with a day in quality, four star hotels with beautiful country, places Franz Josef 1
CHRISTCHURCH
group of friends! a sense of place and good, old- we would have never seen Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
fashioned Kiwi hospitality. Our tours
never compromise – you’ll travel in
and people we would have Milford
Sound 1 Wanaka
1
A knowledgeable bunch
Kaikoura
comfort all the way on our purpose- never met on our own - 2 QUEENSTOWN
Our knowledgeable, helpful Kiwi built coaches. and all shared with a 1
Mt Cook
guides are here to make every lovely group of fellow Milford
Sound
2 QUEENSTOWN
moment count - they’ll feel like good travellers. Matt, our
mates in no time and look after your
Something for everyone
guide, was exceptional,
particular interests, whether that’s Whether you’re a couple, travelling
photographing our natural wonderland solo or with friends our boutique his knowledge of
and wildlife, wine and food, or for itineraries, personalised service and your country’s history
active travellers, suggesting numerous unique, included activities ensure you’ll was amazing.” $NZ 6,790 pp twin $NZ 3,890 pp twin $NZ 1,990 pp twin
walking possibilities in our countryside have a once-in-a-life-time experience
Bill & Lesley Oakley, UK $NZ 8,490 pp single $NZ 4,890 pp single $NZ 2,490 pp single
and national parks. every day. We look forward to showing Kakapo Tour
you our country and delivering your If you have a time limit yet want to Starting in Queenstown, cruise Milford Starting from and returning to
“best ever” travelling experience. see our best known sights then this Sound with scenic flight back to Auckland, hear Northland’s history from
itinerary, which starts in Auckland and Queenstown. Stay in Wanaka and on Maori guides, cruise through the Bay of
finishes in Queenstown, is for you. the West Coast. Finish in Christchurch. Islands and see glow worm caves.
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“Nigel was funny, kind, knew so
much, did everything for us, a
fantastic driver and a great guy.
Best guide we ever had!”
Karin Mathijssen, Netherlands
Kakapo Tour
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Andrew
Our Kiwi Guides
When you travel on one of our Small Group Tours, from morning till night your Kiwi Guide is the
person who is at your side helping make your New Zealand trip one that you will remember for a
very long time.
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Matt
“Without question it was
our exceptional guide “Our guide Matt was absolutely fantastic.
Paul who took this tour He looked after us, moulded us into
beyond the ordinary.” a bonded group and was incredibly
Susan Mills, Australia knowledgeable about so many
Kiwi Tour
aspects of the country.”
Melanie David, UK
Kakapo Tour
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Nigel
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide TIm “Andrew’s love of
New Zealand, and
knowledge about every
aspect of what we
“Our tour was definitely enhanced by having Tim
were observing and
as our guide. We became friends over the weeks
experiencing made this
and we respected his vast knowledge of
trip richly rewarding.”
New Zealand and its history.”
Christina Manning & Michael Flynn,
Bill Farrell, USA USA, Kakapo Tour
Kiwi Tour
Moatrek kiwi guide Dianne MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Andre
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Waipoua Forest:
Bay of Islands: Cruise to the Hole in the Rock See Tane Mahuta Abel Tasman National Park: Cruise, guided walk & picnic
Memorable included activities
MoaTrek’s six tours feature an exciting range of included activities to famous places and others that
make travelling with us unique – off the beaten track experiences and lunches with our friends –
memories that will stay with you forever.
Hokianga Harbour:
Wai-O-Tapu: Guided tour of this thermal wonderland Small boat cruise on Milford Sound Sandboard on the dunes
Milford Sound to Queenstown:
Scenic flight over the alps Lake Rotoiti: Sail to the hot pools At Akaunui: Lunch with our friends
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Abel Tasman National Park Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park Paparoa National Park Fiordland National Park
Short walks in eight national parks
Walk as much or as little as you choose in stunning landscapes from volcanic Tongariro National
Park to the rainforests of Westland Tai Poutini National Park.
Mt Aspiring National Park Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Westland Tai Poutini National Park Tongariro National Park Arthur’s Pass National Park
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Kakapo Tour Map
2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1
1 AUCKLAND
2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro
Explore & indulge in the best of Queenstown on your 3 night stay Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
Punakaiki 2
1 Kaikoura
Six multi night stays Franz Josef 1
1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
Milford
Sound
1 Wanaka
3 Queenstown
The Kakapo tour features five two night stays and one three
night stay, something guests tell us they love.
Walking in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park
Kakapo tour - your trip of a lifetime
Our Kakapo 21 Day Tour is our most popular by far! It’s the culmination of all the tours we’ve run and
guest feedback we’ve received since we started way back in 1971. This tour fulfills our goal to offer
our guests the most comprehensive three week tour of New Zealand.
Bay of Islands - 2 nights Rotorua - 2 nights Wellington - 2 nights
“I was having
such a good time No visit to the Bay of Islands is Experience Rotorua’s Maori culture You’ll love our central city hotel, it’s
complete without getting out on the and lunch with our Maori and Pakeha close to all the sights, the waterfront
I actually extended water and visiting historic Russell. family friends at Lake Tarawera. and Te Papa Museum.
from 16 to 21 days
because I felt I
would be missing
Aoraki Mt Cook National Park Hokianga sandboarding
out if I didn’t!
“I had a fabulous
time and would
thoroughly
recommend
MoaTrek to anyone
who wants to go to
New Zealand.”
Andrea Boardman, UK Nelson - 2 nights Queenstown - 3 nights Punakaiki - 2 nights
Kakapo Tour
Enjoy a full day out in stunning Abel Plenty of time for those famous bucket A great way to finish your tour, with
Abel Tasman National Park Hole in the Rock, Bay of Islands Tasman National Park on our Cruise & list experiences Queenstown has to two nights right on the ocean and
Walk combo. offer, plus of course Milford Sound. sunset drinks on the beach!
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Kakapo
21 DAYS • 20 NIGHTS
North & South Island Tour
2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1
NORTH 1 AUCKLAND
ISLAND
2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro
Hokianga Harbour, Omapere: Lake Wanaka: Close to our hotel, this
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
The view from our hotel willow tree is a popular photo stop
Punakaiki 2
1 Kaikoura
Franz Josef 1
Looking for something special for your “Trip of a Lifetime”? Our Kakapo is the Day 1: Auckland – Matakohe – Day 4: Bay of Islands – Kawiti
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1
Milford
Sound
1 Wanaka
most comprehensive three week itinerary with all our favourite Kiwi holiday Waipoua Forest – Omapere Caves – Whangarei – Auckland Day 7: Rotorua – Lake Taupo –
3 Queenstown
SOUTH
spots rolled into one unique tour. You’ll cover our country from north to south Tongariro National Park
ISLAND Your adventure begins with a stroll At Kawiti Caves thousands of twinkling
to the gannet colony above Muriwai glow worms are a breath-taking The surreal, geothermal reserve Wai-
Beach on the West Coast. We visit sight on our guided walk through the O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud
Auckland to Christchurch the Kauri Museum at Matakohe and limestone cave. Still owned today by pools, silica terraces and deep pools
in Waipoua Forest, accompanied by descendants of Maori chief Kawiti, the of unforgettable colours. We stop
our Maori guide, we see the greatest first visitors were shown through the at thundering Huka Falls and Lake
2021/22 DATES
kauri of all, Tane Mahuta, Lord of the caves in the 1950s. This afternoon we Taupo and stay the night in the World
06 Jan 2022 - 26 Jan 2022
Forest. Our waterside hotel Copthorne call into Whangarei and continue down Heritage Tongariro National Park. Relax
20 Jan 2022 - 09 Feb 2022
Omapere has stunning views over the the East Coast to stay at the Grand at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel or walk
03 Feb 2022 - 23 Feb 2022 INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING
Hokianga Harbour. Mercure, Auckland. the gentle trail to Taranaki Falls to
10 Feb 2022 - 02 Mar 2022 • Milford to Queenstown flight • Stroll to Muriwai’s gannet colony enjoy the alpine views.
17 Feb 2022 - 09 Mar 2022 • Nature cruise on Milford Sound • Explore Russell, Bay of Islands
03 Mar 2022 - 23 Mar 2022 • Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk • Walk in Karangahake Gorge Day 2: Omapere – Hokianga Harbour Day 5: Auckland – Karangahake
10 Mar 2022 - 30 Mar 2022 • Marlborough lunch & tasting • Rotorua’s geothermal surprises – Waitangi, Bay of Islands Gorge – Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua Day 8: Tongariro National Park –
17 Mar 2022 - 06 Apr 2022 • Bay of Islands cruise • See Huka Falls Ohakune – Wellington
We cruise across the harbour to the Our Karangahake Gorge walk
07 Apr 2022 - 27 Apr 2022 • Sail on Lake Rotoiti to hot pools • Explore our capital Wellington magnificent golden sand dunes, the combines dramatic river scenery, We drive up Mt Ruapehu to the Top
• See Kawiti glow worm caves • See seal colonies at Kaikoura perfect place to try sandboarding native bush and relics of early o’ the Bruce for panoramic views
2022/23 DATES • Tane Mahuta with Maori guides • Photograph lovely Lake Tekapo or walk along the deserted beach. goldmines. At a Kiwifruit orchard we of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro
18 Oct 2022 - 07 Nov 2022 • Hokianga Harbour Cruise • See Aoraki/Mt Cook Then we cross to the East Coast to hear all about this famous fruit. Our before we continue down the centre
03 Nov 2022 - 23 Nov 2022 • Sandboard & stroll on the dunes • Drive dramatic Lindis Pass visit Kerikeri’s historic Stone Store private cruise on a 53ft catamaran of the island to Wellington. We tour
17 Nov 2022 - 07 Dec 2022 • Lunch at Akaunui Farm • Stay three nights in Queenstown and Waitangi where Maori signed on Lake Rotoiti is a special highlight, the city and check out the sights from
08 Dec 2022 - 28 Dec 2022 • Stroll Wai-O-Tapu’s wonderland • Beauty of the Milford road the Treaty with Queen Victoria’s calling into secluded bays and hot Mt Victoria and stay two nights at
05 Jan 2023 - 25 Jan 2023 • Guided visit to Stone Store • Visit charming & leafy Arrowtown representatives in 1840. We stay two pools reached only by water. We stay The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little
12 Jan 2023 - 01 Feb 2023 • Kauri Museum, Matakohe • Lakes Taupo, Wakatipu & Wanaka nights at Copthorne Hotel Waitangi. two nights at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside. capital in the world”.
19 Jan 2023 - 08 Feb 2023 • Guided visit of Waitangi • Walk in Haast Pass beech forests
26 Jan 2023 - 15 Feb 2023
• Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist • Visit blue pools and waterfalls
• Ferry across Cook Strait • See Franz Josef Glacier Day 3: Waitangi – Bay of Islands Day 6: Rotorua activities – Lake
02 Feb 2023 - 22 Feb 2023
• Lunch at Lake Tarawera • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Cruise – Russell – Waitangi Tarawera lunch
09 Feb 2023 - 01 Mar 2023
• Cape Foulwind seal colony Look out for dolphins on your relaxed There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s
16 Feb 2023 - 08 Mar 2023
INCLUDED MEALS • Stroll at Arthur’s Pass cruise among the islands to Cape Brett unique optional activities or simply
23 Feb 2023 - 15 Mar 2023
• Say hi to cheeky kea parrots and the famous “Hole in the Rock”. We wander beside Lake Rotorua near your
02 Mar 2023 - 22 Mar 2023 • All breakfasts
• Stroll at Castle Hill come ashore at Russell, a pretty town hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake
09 Mar 2023 - 29 Mar 2023 • Four lunches; Lake Tarawera,
16 Mar 2023 - 05 Apr 2023 Rotorua, with the Walmsley with a rollicking 19th century past, Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley
VISIT 8 NATIONAL PARKS once known as the “Hell Hole of the family who have many stories to tell
family; Forrest Estate Vineyard,
Pacific”, and the first capital of New of their Maori and Pakeha (European) MoaTrek
Marlborough, with wine tasting; Tongariro, Abel Tasman, Aoraki/
Zealand. Later return by ferry to Paihia history in this region once famous for Small Group Tours
Akaunui Farm homestead, Mt Cook, Fiordland, Mt Aspiring,
Westland, Paparoa, Arthur’s Pass. and Waitangi. the Pink and White Terraces.
$NZ 10,590 pp twin
Canterbury, with Di & Ian
Mackenzie; Picnic on beach, in
$NZ 13,390 pp single Abel Tasman National Park
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The Mirror Lakes on the Milford Road, Okarito Lagoon, West Coast
Fiordland National Park Home to the rare Kotuku, White Heron
Day 9: At leisure in Wellington – Day 12: Nelson - Kaikoura Day 15: Queenstown - Milford Day 17: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Day 20: Punakaiki - Paparoa National Day 21: Punakaiki - Arthur’s Pass -
activities and day tours Sound Nature Cruise -Scenic Cardrona Valley -Wanaka Park -Charleston -Cape Foulwind Christchurch
The road hugs the spectacular
Flight Q
ueenstown
The day is yours to enjoy. The coastline between the Pacific Ocean In the leafy village of Arrowtown gold Close to our hotel is the leading local Leaving the West Coast we head
waterfront and Te Papa National and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your From Queenstown we follow the mining history comes alive beside attraction, the Punakaiki Pancake eastwards to Christchurch through the
Museum are just a short walk away. afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s shores of the great lakes Wakatipu the Arrow River. We drive over the Rocks and Blowholes, limestone stacks alpine beech forests of Arthur’s Pass
There’s a selection of activities to bountiful marine life, the result of the and Te Anau into the mountains Crown Range and stop for the last weathered by the sea. Paparoa Park National Park. We stop to enjoy the
choose from plus great cafes and ocean canyon close offshore. Optional and waterfalls of Fiordland National views of the Wakatipu basin then call has towering limestone cliffs and karst mischievous antics of the Keas (alpine
boutique breweries. Wellington is excursions include whale watching Park. We cruise on Milford Sound in for refreshments at picture perfect rock formations with river valleys parrots) and take short walks in the
also the spiritual home of “The Lord cruises and flights and kayaking at dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and Cardrona Hotel. From Edgewater, draped in subtropical forest. Walk to forest and to the rock formations at
of the Rings” and you can visit Weta sunset. We stay not far from the seal home to seal colonies and dolphins. our lakeside hotel, you can bike the an isolated beach or the seal colony at Castle Hill. The dramatic landscapes
Workshop too. colony at The White Morph. A magnificent scenic flight back over waterfront trail or kayak on the lake. Cape Foulwind. A favourite option is make a fitting finale to your adventure
the Southern Alps to Queenstown the glow worm cave at Charleston. with MoaTrek.
ends this fantastic day.
Day 10: Wellington – Cook Day 13: Kaikoura - Akaunui Farm Day 18: Wanaka -Haast Pass -Fox
Strait - Picton - Marlborough -Lake Tekapo - Aoraki/Mt Cook Glacier - Franz Josef
vineyard - Nelson National Park Day 16: At leisure in Queenstown -
The pristine Haast Pass in Mt Aspiring
activities and day tours
We cruise across Cook Strait on the From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills National Park has well-maintained
Interislander ferry and up stunning lead to the Canterbury Plains where Today is yours to make the most of the short tracks leading to cascading
Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to we join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie infinite number of activities Queenstown waterfalls and clear blue pools.
step ashore on the South Island. At for a memorable lunch at their Akaunui has to offer. Your Kiwi Guide can help Discover the beauty of Westland Tai
Forrest Estate Wines we call in for a Farm homestead set amid beautiful you choose from a jet boat ride on the Poutini World Heritage Area’s wild
tasting and lunch in this premier wine gardens. The turquoise-coloured lakes, Dart River in The Lord of the Rings West Coast beaches and lush, primeval
region before continuing to Nelson Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable scenery, wine tasting at the vineyards rainforest and stop at Fox Glacier and
and Trailways Hotel, our home for photo stops on our way to stay at or a day walk on the famous Routeburn Lake Matheson before we reach Franz
two nights. The Hermitage Hotel in the alps. Track and many more. Josef to stay at the Scenic Hotel.
Day 11: Nelson - Abel Tasman Day 14: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Day 19: Franz Josef - Hokitika -
National Park -Nelson Park -Lindis Pass -Queenstown Punakaiki
“We were delighted to
At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our Explore the magnificent landscape The morning is free to walk to Franz
have spent the three weeks
local guide and cruise by catamaran crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Josef Glacier lookout or take an
and walk, as much or as little as you Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy seeing as much as possible optional helihike or flight or cruise out
choose, along the stunning Abel walking track from the village or treat and couldn’t imagine on Okarito lagoon in search of the rare
Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on doing it in less time. Well Kotuku, White Heron. In Hokitika, the
bays, estuaries and golden, sandy a glacial lake. Later we drive over the worth the trip half way home of Pounamu (greenstone), meet
beaches. There’s time to relax on the golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass the carvers of this treasured stone.
beach with a picnic lunch and take a and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown
around the world.” Our home for two nights is beside the
swim before returning to Nelson. our home for three nights. David Watterworth, USA beach at Punakaiki Resort. Enjoy a drink at the historic
Kakapo Tour Cardrona Hotel
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Kaka
17 DAYS • 16 NIGHTS
North & South Island Tour
NORTH AUCKLAND
ISLAND
2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro
Whakarewarewa Valley: In Rotorua
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
geothermal activity is never far away
Punakaiki 2
1 Kaikoura
Franz Josef 1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1
Milford
1 Wanaka
Get to know Maori culture and Kiwi hospitality relaxing over private lunches
Sound
3 Queenstown
SOUTH with the locals. Stroll gentle trails through our National Parks and get close up
ISLAND to our scenic wonders from the volcanoes of the north to the breath-taking
high country, lakes, fiords and coastline of the south. You’ll be amazed it’s all Fun Fact!
the same country.
Auckland to Christchurch Kaka are rowdy, cheeky
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10 Jan 2022 - 26 Jan 2022
07 Feb 2022 - 23 Feb 2022 before they are seen
14 Feb 2022 - 02 Mar 2022
24 Jan 2022 - 09 Feb 2022
21 Feb 2022 - 09 Mar 2022
07 Mar 2022 - 23 Mar 2022 INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING
14 Mar 2022 - 30 Mar 2022
21 Mar 2022 - 06 Apr 2022
• Milford to Queenstown flight • Walk in Karangahake Gorge
11 Apr 2022 - 27 Apr 2022 • Nature cruise on Milford Sound • Rotorua’s geothermal surprises
• Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk • See Huka Falls
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• Marlborough lunch & tasting • Explore our capital Wellington
10 Oct 2022 - 26 Oct 2022
22 Oct 2022 - 07 Nov 2022
• Sail on Lake Rotoiti • See seal colonies at Kaikoura
31 Oct 2022 - 16 Nov 2022 • Relax in private hot pools • Photograph lovely Lake Tekapo
07 Nov 2022 - 23 Nov 2022 • Te Papa National Musem • See Aoraki/Mt Cook
14 Nov 2022 - 30 Nov 2022 • Picnic in Abel Tasman • Drive dramatic Lindis Pass
21 Nov 2022 - 07 Dec 2022 • Ohinemutu Maori villlage • Stay three nights in Queenstown
05 Dec 2022 - 21 Dec 2022 • Lunch at Akaunui Farm • Beauty of the Milford road
12 Dec 2022 - 28 Dec 2022
• Stroll Wai-O-Tapu’s wonderland • Visit charming & leafy
19 Dec 2022 - 04 Jan 2023
02 Jan 2023 - 18 Jan 2023
• Bonfire on the beach at Arrowtown
09 Jan 2023 - 25 Jan 2023 Punakaiki • Drive over the Crown Range
16 Jan 2023 - 01 Feb 2023 • Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist • Lakes Taupo, Wakatipu &
23 Jan 2023 - 08 Feb 2023 • Ferry across Cook Strait Wanaka
30 Jan 2023 - 15 Feb 2023 • Lunch at Lake Tarawera • Walk in Haast Pass beech forests
06 Feb 2023 - 22 Feb 2023 • Visit blue pools and waterfalls
13 Feb 2023 - 01 Mar 2023
INCLUDED MEALS • See Franz Josef Glacier
20 Feb 2023 - 08 Mar 2023
• Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
24 Feb 2023 - 12 Mar 2023 • All breakfasts
27 Feb 2023 - 15 Mar 2023 • Cape Foulwind seal colony
• Four lunches; Lake Tarawera,
06 Mar 2023 - 22 Mar 2023 • Stroll at Arthur’s Pass
Rotorua, with the Walmsley
13 Mar 2023 - 29 Mar 2023 • Say hi to cheeky kea parrots
family; Forrest Estate Vineyard,
20 Mar 2023 - 05 Apr 2023 • Stroll at Castle Hill
27 Mar 2023 - 12 Apr 2023
Marlborough, with wine tasting;
10 Apr 2023 - 26 Apr 2023 Akaunui Farm homestead,
VISIT 8 NATIONAL PARKS
Canterbury, with Di & Ian
$NZ 8,490 pp twin Mackenzie; Picnic on beach, in
Abel Tasman National Park
Tongariro, Abel Tasman, Aoraki/
Mt Cook, Fiordland, Mt Aspiring,
$NZ 10,490 pp single Wharenui, meeting house: Westland, Paparoa, Arthur’s Pass.
Ohinemutu village, Rotorua
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Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park: The Mt Cook buttercup is the world’s largest
buttercup, and Aoraki/Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest mountain Abel Tasman National Park: Stroll along the beaches and over the headlands
Day 1: Auckland – Karangahake Gorge Day 4: Tongariro National Park – Day 7: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Day 9: Kaikoura -Akaunui Farm Day 12: At leisure in Queenstown - Day 15: Franz Josef - Hokitika -
– Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua Ohakune – Wellington Park -Nelson -Lake Tekapo - Aoraki/Mt Cook activities and day tours Punakaiki
National Park
Your adventure begins with our We drive up Mt Ruapehu to the Top At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our Today is yours to make the most The morning is free to walk to Franz
Karangahake Gorge walk that o’ the Bruce for panoramic views local guide and cruise by catamaran From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills lead of the infinite number of activities Josef Glacier lookout or take an
combines dramatic river scenery, of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro and walk, as much or as little as you to the Canterbury Plains where we Queenstown has to offer. Your Kiwi optional helihike or flight or cruise out
native bush and relics of early before we continue down the centre choose, along the stunning Abel join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie for Guide can help you choose from a on Okarito lagoon in search of the rare
goldmines. At a Kiwifruit orchard we of the island to Wellington. We tour Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered a memorable lunch at their Akaunui jet boat ride on the Dart River in The Kotuku, White Heron. In Hokitika, the
hear all about this famous fruit. Our the city and check out the sights from bays, estuaries and golden, sandy Farm homestead set amid beautiful Lord of the Rings scenery, wine tasting home of Pounamu (greenstone), meet
private cruise on a 53ft catamaran Mt Victoria and stay two nights at beaches. There’s time to relax on the gardens. The turquoise-coloured lakes, at the vineyards or a day walk on the the carvers of this treasured stone.
on Lake Rotoiti is a special highlight, The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little beach with a picnic lunch and take a Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable famous Routeburn Track and many Our home for two nights is beside the
calling into secluded bays and hot capital in the world”. swim before returning to Nelson. photo stops on our way to stay at The more. beach at Punakaiki Resort.
pools reached only by water. We Hermitage Hotel in the alps.
stay two nights at Novotel Rotorua
Day 5: At leisure in Wellington – Day 8: Nelson - Kaikoura Day 13: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Day 16: Punakaiki - Paparoa National
Lakeside.
activities and day tours Day 10: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park Cardrona Valley -Wanaka Park -Charleston -Cape Foulwind
The road hugs the spectacular
-Lindis Pass -Queenstown
The day is yours to enjoy. The coastline between the Pacific Ocean In the leafy village of Arrowtown gold Close to our hotel is the leading local
Day 2: Rotorua activities – Lake
waterfront is just a short walk away and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your Explore the magnificent landscape mining history comes alive beside attraction, the Punakaiki Pancake
Tarawera lunch
and Te Papa National Museum. afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New the Arrow River. We drive over the Rocks and Blowholes, limestone stacks
There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s There’s a selection of activities to bountiful marine life, the result of the Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy Crown Range and stop for the last weathered by the sea. Paparoa Park
unique optional activities or simply choose from plus great cafes and ocean canyon close offshore. Optional walking track from the village or treat views of the Wakatipu basin then call has towering limestone cliffs and karst
wander beside Lake Rotorua near your boutique breweries. Wellington is excursions include whale watching yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on in for refreshments at picture perfect rock formations with river valleys
hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake also the spiritual home of “The Lord cruises and flights and kayaking at a glacial lake. Later we drive over the Cardrona Hotel. From Edgewater, draped in subtropical forest. Walk to
Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley of the Rings” and you can visit Weta sunset. We stay not far from the seal golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass our lakeside hotel, you can bike the an isolated beach or the seal colony at
family who have many stories to tell Workshop too. colony at The White Morph. and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown waterfront trail or kayak on the lake. Cape Foulwind. A favourite option is
of their Maori and Pakeha (European) our home for three nights. the glow worm cave at Charleston.
history in this region once famous for
the Pink and White Terraces. Day 6: Wellington – Cook Strait Day 14: Wanaka -Haast Pass -
- Picton - Marlborough vineyard - Day 11: Queenstown - Milford Fox Glacier - Franz Josef Day 17: Punakaiki – Arthur’s Pass –
Nelson Sound Nature Cruise -Scenic Flight Christchurch
The pristine Haast Pass in Mt Aspiring
Day 3: Rotorua – Lake Taupo – Queenstown
We cruise across Cook Strait on the National Park has well-maintained Leaving the West Coast we head
Tongariro National Park
Interislander ferry and up stunning From Queenstown we follow the short tracks leading to cascading eastwards to Christchurch through the
The surreal, geothermal reserve Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to shores of the great lakes Wakatipu waterfalls and clear blue pools. alpine beech forests of Arthur’s Pass
Wai-O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud step ashore on the South Island. At and Te Anau into the mountains and Discover the beauty of Westland Tai National Park. We stop to enjoy the
pools, silica terraces and deep pools Forrest Estate Wines we call in for a waterfalls of Fiordland National Poutini World Heritage Park’s wild mischievous antics of the Keas (alpine
of unforgettable colours. We stop tasting and lunch in this premier wine Park. We cruise on Milford Sound West Coast beaches and lush, primeval parrots) and take short walks in the
at thundering Huka Falls and Lake region before continuing to Nelson MoaTrek dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and rainforest and stop at Fox Glacier and forest and to the rock formations at
Taupo and stay the night in the World and Trailways Hotel, our home for two home to seal colonies and dolphins. Lake Matheson before we reach Franz Castle Hill. The dramatic landscapes
Heritage Tongariro National Park. Relax nights. A magnificent scenic flight back over Josef to stay at the Scenic Hotel. make a fitting finale to your adventure
at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel or walk the Southern Alps to Queenstown with MoaTrek.
the gentle trail to Taranaki Falls to ends this fantastic day.
enjoy the alpine views.
18 moatrek.com KAKA 17 DAY TOUR KAKA 17 DAY TOUR moatrek.com 19Kakariki
16 DAYS • 15 NIGHTS
North & South Island Tour
2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1
NORTH 1 AUCKLAND
ISLAND
2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
1 Kaikoura
1
The Far North is a land of ancient kauri forests, pristine coastlines and the Day 1: Auckland – Matakohe –
Mt Cook
Milford
Sound
2 QUEENSTOWN
SOUTH beauty of the Hokianga and Bay of Islands. As the birthplace of the nation the Waipoua Forest – Omapere
ISLAND links to early Maori and European culture are clearly visible and you will hear
Your adventure begins with a stroll
many fascinating stories from our local guides. Discover geothermal Rotorua
to the gannet colony above Muriwai
and explore Tongariro and Abel Tasman National Parks before reaching the
Beach on the West Coast. We visit
Auckland to Queenstown magnificent alpine scenery of Aoraki/Mount Cook, Queenstown and Fiordland.
the Kauri Museum at Matakohe and
in Waipoua Forest, accompanied by
$NZ 8,290 pp twin our Maori guide, we see the greatest
kauri of all, Tane Mahuta, Lord of the
$NZ 10,190 pp single Forest. Our waterside hotel Copthorne
Omapere has stunning views over the
Please see our website or contact
Hokianga Harbour.
us directly for tour dates. INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING
• Milford to Queenstown flight • Stroll to Muriwai’s gannet colony
Day 2: Omapere – Hokianga Harbour
• Nature cruise on Milford Sound • Explore Russell, Bay of Islands
– Waitangi, Bay of Islands
• Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk • Walk in Karangahake Gorge
• Marlborough lunch & tasting • Rotorua’s geothermal surprises We cruise across the harbour to the
• Bay of Islands cruise • Ohinemutu Maori villlage magnificent golden sand dunes, the
• Sail on Lake Rotoiti to hot pools • See Huka Falls perfect place to try sandboarding
• See Kawiti glow worm caves • Relax in private hot pools or walk along the deserted beach.
• Tane Mahuta with Maori guides • Stroll to Taranaki Falls Then we cross to the East Coast to
• Hokianga Harbour Cruise • Explore our capital Wellington visit Kerikeri’s historic Stone Store
• Sandboard & stroll on the dunes • Te Papa National Musem and Waitangi where Maori signed
• Stroll Wai-O-Tapu’s wonderland • Picnic in Abel Tasman the Treaty with Queen Victoria’s
• Guided visit to Stone Store • See seal colonies at Kaikoura representatives in 1840. We stay two
• Kauri Museum, Matakohe • Photograph lovely Lake Tekapo nights at Copthorne Hotel Waitangi.
• Guided visit of Waitangi • Church of the Good Shepherd
• Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist • See Aoraki/Mt Cook
• Ferry across Cook Strait • Drive dramatic Lindis Pass Hokianga Harbour: Catch the
• Stay two nights in Queenstown boat across to the dunes to
INCLUDED MEALS • Beauty of the Milford road try sandboarding
• Great Lakes Taupo & Wakatipu
• All breakfasts
• Four lunches; Lake Tarawera,
VISIT 4 NATIONAL PARKS
Rotorua, with the Walmsley
family; Forrest Estate Vineyard, • Tongariro
Marlborough, with wine tasting; • Abel Tasman
Akaunui Farm homestead, • Aoraki/Mt Cook
Canterbury, with Di & Ian • Fiordland
Mackenzie; Picnic on beach,
in Abel Tasman National Park
Cruise the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park coastline
moatrek.com 21Lake Tarawera, Rotorua: The Walmsleys, a local Maori family, host us for lunch at this idyllic lake
Day 3: Waitangi – Bay of Islands Day 6: Rotorua activities – Day 9: At leisure in Wellington – Day 10: Wellington – Cook Strait Day 13: Kaikoura - Akaunui Farm Day 15: Queenstown - Milford
Cruise – Russell – Waitangi Lake Tarawera lunch activities and day tours - Picton - Marlborough vineyard - -Lake Tekapo - Aoraki/Mt Cook Sound Nature Cruise -Scenic
Nelson National Park Flight Queenstown
Look out for dolphins on your relaxed There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s The day is yours to enjoy. The
cruise among the islands to Cape Brett unique optional activities or simply waterfront is just a short walk away We cruise across Cook Strait on the From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills lead From Queenstown we follow the
and the famous “Hole in the Rock”. We wander beside Lake Rotorua near your and Te Papa National Museum. Interislander ferry and up stunning to the Canterbury Plains where we shores of the great lakes Wakatipu
come ashore at Russell, a pretty town hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake There’s a selection of activities to Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie for and Te Anau into the mountains
with a rollicking 19th century past, Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley choose from plus great cafes and step ashore on the South Island. At a memorable lunch at their Akaunui and waterfalls of Fiordland National
once known as the “hell hole of the family who have many stories to tell boutique breweries. Wellington is Forrest Estate Wines we call in for a Farm homestead set amid beautiful Park. We cruise on Milford Sound
Pacific”, and the first capital of New of their Maori and Pakeha (European) also the spiritual home of “The Lord tasting and lunch in this premier wine gardens. The turquoise-coloured lakes, dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and
Zealand. Later return by ferry to Paihia history in this region once famous for of the Rings” and you can visit Weta region before continuing to Nelson Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable home to seal colonies and dolphins.
and Waitangi. the Pink and White Terraces. Workshop too. and Trailways Hotel, our home for photo stops on our way to stay at The A magnificent scenic flight back over
two nights. Hermitage Hotel in the alps. the Southern Alps to Queenstown
ends this fantastic day.
Day 4: Bay of Islands – Kawiti Caves – Day 7: Rotorua – Lake Taupo –
Whangarei – Auckland Tongariro National Park Day 11: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Day 14: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
Park -Nelson -Lindis Pass -Queenstown Day 16: Activities –
At Kawiti Caves thousands of twinkling The surreal, geothermal reserve Wai- “The Kakariki 16 day tour depart Queenstown
glow worms are a breath-taking O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our Explore the magnificent landscape
was the most marvellous
sight on our guided walk through the pools, silica terraces and deep pools local guide and cruise by catamaran crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Today is yours to make the most of
limestone cave. Still owned today by of unforgettable colours. We stop
holiday ever! MoaTrek and walk, as much or as little as you Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy the infinite number of activities
descendants of Maori chief Kawiti, the at thundering Huka Falls and Lake certainly know what choose, along the stunning Abel walking track from the village or treat Queenstown has to offer and your
first visitors were shown through the Taupo and stay the night in the World they are doing, all Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on Kiwi Guide can help you choose.
caves in the 1950s. This afternoon we Heritage Tongariro National Park. Relax aspects of the trip were bays, estuaries and golden, sandy a glacial lake. Later we drive over the Fly out in the evening or do what
call into Whangarei and continue down at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel or walk beaches. There’s time to relax on the golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass many of our travellers do and extend
so well thought out
the East Coast to stay at the Grand the gentle trail to Taranaki Falls to beach with a picnic lunch and take a and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown your stay a day or two. The MoaTrek
Mecure, Auckland. enjoy the alpine views. and organised. swim before returning to Nelson. our home for two nights. team is happy to arrange additional
accommodation in Queenstown.
“What made our trip
Day 5: Auckland – Karangahake Day 8: Tongariro National Park – really enjoyable was our Day 12: Nelson - Kaikoura
Gorge – Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua Ohakune – Wellington guide, he knew so much The road hugs the spectacular
Our Karangahake Gorge walk We drive up Mt Ruapehu to the Top about every aspect of coastline between the Pacific Ocean
combines dramatic river scenery, o’ the Bruce for panoramic views New Zealand and went and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your
native bush and relics of early of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s
before we continue down the centre
out of his way to make bountiful marine life, the result of the
goldmines. At a Kiwifruit orchard
we hear all about this famous fruit. of the island to Wellington. We tour the holiday special for ocean canyon close offshore. Optional
Our private cruise on a 53ft the city and check out the sights from everyone in our group.” excursions include whale watching
catamaran on Lake Rotoiti is a Mt Victoria and stay two nights at cruises and flights and kayaking at
Linda Phipps, UK
special highlight, calling into secluded The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little sunset. We stay not far from the seal
Kakariki Tour
bays and hot pools reached only by capital in the world”. colony at The White Morph.
water. We stay two nights at Novotel Mitre Peak on Milford Sound
Rotorua Lakeside.
22 moatrek.com KAKARIKI 16 DAY TOUR KAKARIKI 16 DAY TOUR moatrek.com 23Kiwi
12 DAYS • 11 NIGHTS
North & South Island Tour
NORTH AUCKLAND
ISLAND
2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro
Wai-O-Tapu, Rotorua: Join a local guide for a tour
of this geothermal wonderland
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
1 Kaikoura
Mt Cook
1
Got two weeks in New Zealand and want to make them count? Then this is
Milford
Sound
2 QUEENSTOWN
SOUTH the trip for you. From Maori culture and the geothermal delights of Rotorua to
ISLAND visiting four national parks - Tongariro, Abel Tasman, Aoraki/Mount Cook and
Fiordland. Enjoy an unforgettable day cruising on Milford Sound and take a Fun Fact!
spectacular scenic flight back over the alps to Queenstown.
Auckland to Queenstown The Kiwi has the
shortest beak of any
$NZ 6,790 pp twin bird on the planet!
$NZ 8,490 pp single
Please see our website or contact INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING
us directly for tour dates. • Milford to Queenstown flight • Walk in Karangahake Gorge
• Nature cruise on Milford Sound • Rotorua’s geothermal surprises
• Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk • Ohinemutu Maori villlage
• Marlborough lunch & tasting • See Huka Falls
• Sail on Lake Rotoiti • Relax in private hot pools
• Relax in private hot pools • Stroll to Taranaki Falls
• Te Papa National Musem • Explore our capital Wellington
• Picnic in Abel Tasman • Te Papa National Musem
• Ohinemutu Maori villlage • Picnic in Abel Tasman
• Lunch at Akaunui Farm • See seal colonies at Kaikoura
• Stroll Wai-O-Tapu’s wonderland • Photograph lovely Lake Tekapo
• Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist • Church of the Good Shepherd
• Ferry across Cook Strait • See Aoraki/Mt Cook
• Lunch at Lake Tarawera • Drive dramatic Lindis Pass
• Stay two nights in Queenstown
INCLUDED MEALS • Beauty of the Milford road
• Great Lakes Taupo and Wakatipu
• All breakfasts
• Four lunches; Lake Tarawera,
VISIT 4 NATIONAL PARKS
Rotorua, with the Walmsley
family; Forrest Estate Vineyard, • Tongariro
Marlborough, with wine tasting; • Abel Tasman
Akaunui Farm homestead, • Aoraki/Mt Cook
Canterbury, with Di & Ian • Fiordland National Park
Mackenzie; Picnic on beach,
in Abel Tasman National Park
Marlborough, premier wine region: Lunch and wine
tasting at a family owned vineyard Is a special treat
moatrek.com 25Lake Tekapo: A favourite photo stop
Queenstown optional activity: Cruise across Lake Wakatipu on
on the road to Aoraki/Mt Cook
the coal-fired steamer TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Station
Day 1: Auckland – Karangahake Gorge Day 3: Rotorua – Lake Taupo – Day 5: At leisure in Wellington – Day 7: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Day 10: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
– Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua Tongariro National Park activities and day tours Park -Nelson -Lindis Pass -Queenstown
The surreal, geothermal reserve The day is yours to enjoy. The At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our Explore the magnificent landscape
“The tour was balanced
Your adventure begins with our
Karangahake Gorge walk that Wai-O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud waterfront is just a short walk away local guide and cruise by catamaran crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New between busy days and
combines dramatic river scenery, pools, silica terraces and deep pools and Te Papa National Museum. and walk, as much or as little as you Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy free time, the experiences
native bush and relics of early of unforgettable colours. We stop There’s a selection of activities to choose, along the stunning Abel walking track from the village or treat were unique and full
goldmines. At a Kiwifruit orchard at thundering Huka Falls and Lake choose from plus great cafes and Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on
of variety.
we hear all about this famous fruit. Taupo and stay the night in the World boutique breweries. Wellington is bays, estuaries and golden, sandy a glacial lake. Later we drive over the
Our private cruise on a 53ft Heritage Tongariro National Park. Relax also the spiritual home of “The Lord beaches. There’s time to relax on the golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass “Our guide, Andrew,
catamaran on Lake Rotoiti is a special at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel or walk of the Rings” and you can visit Weta beach with a picnic lunch and take a and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown
highlight, calling into secluded bays the gentle trail to Taranaki Falls to Workshop too. swim before returning to Nelson. our home for two nights.
was knowledgeable
and hot pools reached only by water. enjoy the alpine views. and fun, and our fellow
We stay two nights at Novotel travellers made the trip
Day 6: Wellington – Cook Strait Day 8: Nelson - Kaikoura Day 11: Queenstown - Milford
Rotorua Lakeside.
Sound Nature Cruise -Scenic
very special.
Day 4: Tongariro National Park – - Picton - Marlborough vineyard -
The road hugs the spectacular
Ohakune – Wellington Nelson Flight Q
ueenstown
coastline between the Pacific Ocean “Every single day was
Day 2: Rotorua activities – Lake
Tarawera lunch
We drive up Mt Ruapehu to the Top We cruise across Cook Strait on the and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your From Queenstown we follow the exciting as we toured the
o’ the Bruce for panoramic views Interislander ferry and up stunning afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s shores of the great lakes Wakatipu
exceptionally beautiful
There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to bountiful marine life, the result of the and Te Anau into the mountains and
unique optional activities or simply before we continue down the centre step ashore on the South Island. At ocean canyon close offshore. Optional waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. New Zealand!”
wander beside Lake Rotorua near your of the island to Wellington. We tour Forrest Estate Wines we call in for a excursions include whale watching We cruise on Milford Sound Bobbi Abbott, USA
hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake the city and check out the sights from tasting and lunch in this premier wine cruises and flights and kayaking at dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and Kiwi Tour
Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley Mt Victoria and stay two nights at region before continuing to Nelson sunset. We stay not far from the seal home to seal colonies and dolphins.
family who have many stories to tell The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little and Trailways Hotel, our home for colony at The White Morph. A magnificent scenic flight back over
of their Maori and Pakeha (European) capital in the world”. two nights. the Southern Alps to Queenstown
history in this region once famous for ends this fantastic day.
the Pink and White Terraces. Day 9: Kaikoura -Akaunui Farm
-Lake Tekapo - Aoraki/Mt Cook
National Park Day 12: Activities – depart
Queenstown
From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills lead
to the Canterbury Plains where we Today is yours to make the most
join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie for of the infinite number of activities
a memorable lunch at their Akaunui Queenstown has to offer and your
Farm homestead set amid beautiful Kiwi Guide can help you choose.
gardens. The turquoise-coloured lakes, Fly out in the evening or do what
Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable many of our travellers do and extend
photo stops on our way to stay at The your stay a day or two. The MoaTrek
Hermitage Hotel in the alps. team is happy to arrange additional
MoaTrek
Walking in Abel accommodation in Queenstown.
Small Group Tours Tasman National Park Sailing on Lake Rotoiti, Rotorua
26 moatrek.com KIWI 12 DAY TOUR KIWI 12 DAY TOUR moatrek.com 27Kea
7 DAYS • 6 NIGHTS
South Island Tour
SOUTH
ISLAND
Punakaiki 2
Franz Josef 1
CHRISTCHURCH
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks: Lake Brunner, West Coast:
Milford
Sound 1 Wanaka Explore the limestone stacks & blowholes A favourite holiday spot for locals
2 QUEENSTOWN
Starting from Queenstown discover the best of the south’s spectacular scenery, Day 1: Queenstown – Milford Sound Day 3: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Day 5: Franz Josef - Hokitika -
five national parks and the wild West Coast’s rainforests and seascapes. Cruise Nature Cruise – Scenic Flight – Cardrona Valley - Wanaka Punakaiki
Queenstown
In the leafy village of Arrowtown gold The morning is free to walk to Franz
the alps. From Wanaka head to Lake Matheson, Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
After meeting everyone in Queenstown mining history comes alive beside Josef Glacier lookout or take an optional
Experience untouched Paparoa National Park and return over Arthur’s Pass
we travel along the shores of the the Arrow River. We drive over the helihike or flight or cruise out on Okarito
Queenstown to Christchurch to Christchurch.
great lakes Wakatipu and Te Anau Crown Range and stop for the last lagoon in search of the rare Kotuku,
into the mountains and waterfalls of views of the Wakatipu basin then call White Heron. In Hokitika, the home of
$NZ 3,890 pp twin Fiordland National Park. We cruise on in for refreshments at picture perfect Pounamu (greenstone), meet the carvers
Milford Sound dominated by iconic Cardrona Hotel. From Edgewater, of this treasured stone. Our home
$NZ 4,890 pp single Mitre Peak and home to seal colonies our lakeside hotel, you can bike the for two nights is beside the beach at
and dolphins. A magnificent scenic waterfront trail or kayak on the lake. Punakaiki Resort.
Please see our website or contact
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING flight back over the Southern Alps to
us directly for tour dates. • Enjoy a 2.5 hour nature and • Stay two nights in Queenstown Queenstown ends this fantastic day.
Stay at Scenic Suites, Queenstown our Day 4: Wanaka - Haast Pass - Fox Day 6: Punakaiki - Paparoa National
wildlife cruise around the • Beauty of the Milford Road
home for two nights. Glacier - Franz Josef Park - Charleston - Cape Foulwind
majestic Milford Sound the • Walk in the great outdoors in
eighth wonder of the world in the Fiordland, Mt Aspiring, Tai The pristine Haast Pass in Mt Aspiring Close to our hotel is the leading local
Fiordland National Park Poutini Westland and Arthur’s National Park has well-maintained attraction, the Punakaiki Pancake
Day 2: At leisure in Queenstown -
• Take flight on one of the world’s Pass National Parks. short tracks leading to cascading Rocks and Blowholes, limestone stacks
activities and day tours
most scenic flights over the • Visit charming and leafy waterfalls and clear blue pools. weathered by the sea. Paparoa Park has
Southern Alps, from Milford Arrowtown Today is yours to make the most of the Discover the beauty of Westland Tai
Sound to Queenstown • Drive over the Crown Range infinite number of activities Queenstown Poutini World Heritage Park’s wild formations with river valleys draped in
• Enjoy a drink at the historic • Great Southern Lakes of West Coast beaches and lush, primeval subtropical forest. Walk to an isolated
Cardona Hotel after you have Wakatipu, Wanaka and Hawea you choose from a jet boat ride on the rainforest and stop at Fox Glacier and beach or the seal colony at Cape
travelled over the Crown range, • Stroll in the Haast Pass mountain Dart River in The Lord of the Rings Lake Matheson before we reach Franz Foulwind. A favourite option is the glow
New Zealand’s highest road beech forests. scenery, wine tasting at the vineyards Josef to stay at the Scenic Hotel. worm cave at Charleston.
between Queenstown and • Visit blue pools and waterfalls or a day walk on the famous Routeburn
Wanaka • Visit our stunning Glacier Track and many more.
Day 7: Punakaiki – Arthur’s Pass –
• Bonfire and drinks on the beach Country and see Franz
Christchurch
hosted by your Kiwi guide at Josef Glacier
Punakaiki in Paparoa National Park • Punakaiki Pancake rocks and Leaving the West Coast we head
blowholes. eastwards to Christchurch through the
INCLUDED MEALS • Stroll Paparoa National Park alpine beech forests of Arthur’s Pass
• Cape Foulwind Seal Colony National Park. We stop to enjoy the
• All breakfasts
• Drive the dramatic Otira Gorge mischievous antics of the Keas (alpine
VISIT 8 NATIONAL PARKS highway parrots) and take short walks in the
• Stroll at Arthur’s Pass forest and to the rock formations at
Fiordland National Park, Mt • Say hello to the Kea, a cheeky Castle Hill. The dramatic landscapes
Aspiring National Park, Westland mountain parrot make a fitting finale to your adventure
Tai Poutini National Park, Paparoa • Stroll at Castle Hill with MoaTrek.
National Park, Arthur’s Pass
National Park
Say gidday to the cheeky Kea in Arthur’s Pass
moatrek.com 29Kotare
4 DAYS • 3 NIGHTS
North Island Tour
2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1 NORTH
ISLAND
AUCKLAND
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks: Stroll out to these limestone
stacks and blowholes on the edge of the Tasman Sea Bay of Islands cruise: Go ashore at an uninhabited island for a swim and a stroll
Northland is idyllic and as the birthplace of New Zealand, Maori and early Day 2: Omapere – Hokianga Harbour
European history is around every corner. Cruise out on beautiful Hokianga – Waitangi, Bay of Islands
Harbour and the Bay of Islands, favourite holiday spots for Kiwis. From ancient
We cruise across the harbour to the
Kauri forests, white sandy beaches and sparkling blue sea to the local laid-back
magnificent golden sand dunes, the
lifestyle, it’s always got that holiday feeling.
perfect place to try sandboarding
Start / Finish Auckland
or walk along the deserted beach.
Then we cross to the East Coast to
$NZ 1,990 pp twin visit Kerikeri’s historic Stone Store
and Waitangi where Maori signed
$NZ 2,490 pp single the Treaty with Queen Victoria’s
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING representatives in 1840. We stay two
Please see our website or contact nights at Copthorne Hotel Waitangi.
us directly for tour dates. • Enjoy a cruise out to the famous • The gannet colony nestled above
Hole in the Rock and Cape Brett Muriwai black sand beach.
in the Bay of Islands • Travel through the ancient
• A walk with Maori guides through Waipoua Forest. Day 3: Waitangi – Bay of Islands
Waipoua Forest to visit Tane • Explore the giant sand dunes of Cruise – Russell – Waitangi
Mahuta - The Lord of the Forest the Hokianga harbour. Look out for dolphins on your relaxed
• Marvel at the Kawiti Caves and • Visit the historic seafaring town cruise among the islands to Cape Brett
their luminous glowworms. of Russell. and the famous Hole in the Rock. We
• A welcome drink on the deck come ashore at Russell, a pretty town
at the Copthorne hotel Omapere INCLUDED MEALS with a rollicking 19th century past,
• Explore the Kauri museum in once known as the “Hell Hole of the
• All breakfasts
Matakohe Pacific”, and the first capital of New
• Hokianga Harbour Cruise Zealand. Later return by ferry to Paihia
& Sandboarding and Waitangi.
Day 1: Auckland – Matakohe – Day 4: Bay of Islands – Kawiti Caves –
Muriwai Gannet colony Waipoua Forest – Omapere Whangarei – Auckland
Your adventure begins with a stroll At Kawiti Caves thousands of twinkling
to the gannet colony above Muriwai glow worms are a breath-taking
Beach on the West Coast. We visit sight on our guided walk through the
the Kauri Museum at Matakohe and limestone cave. Still owned today by
in Waipoua Forest, accompanied by descendants of Maori chief Kawiti,
our Maori guide, we see the greatest the first visitors were shown through
kauri of all, Tane Mahuta, Lord of the the caves in the 1950s. This afternoon
Forest. Our waterside hotel Copthorne we call into Whangarei and continue
Omapere has stunning views over the down the East Coast back to Auckland
Hokianga Harbour. where your tour ends.
Waipoua Forest: See Tane Mahuta
moatrek.com 31Travel style
There’s a mix of single and multi night stays, for example on
our 21 day Kakapo tour there are five two night stays and
one three night stay. Each day there are plenty of stops for
photos and short walks. Often we travel for half the day with
the other half free for activities or relaxing. Days normally
start around 8am, but you get a few sleep ins too. Groups
are very friendly and social, many say it’s like travelling with
a group of old friends.
Who are our trips for? What about single
travellers?
Take a look at our galleries online and if you can see yourself
enjoying time with these guys you’ll fit right in. Because our
groups are small and personal – 18 is the absolute maximum –
you’ll find you’ll get to know everyone and make new friends in
no time. About 25% of our guests are exploring on their own
Our inclusions: A local guide accompanies your walk in Abel Tasman National Park Your Kiwi Guide: Here to make and the rest are couples or travelling with friends. Whether
your tour memorable every day you’re travelling solo or together our Kiwi guide is there every
step of the way taking care of everyone’s particular interests,
About our tours
and ensuring you get the best out of each amazing day.
ONLINE: moatrek.com/gallery
Travelling in a small group (18 maximum) really is the only way to go! You’ll never take another large
coach tour again. Our wonderful “Kiwi Guides” will look after you every step of the way. What’s included in our tours?
• All land travel, accommodation and porterage.
• All breakfasts and a selection of hosted lunches.
• All sightseeing highlights and activities as per your itinerary.
Where do we stay? What about meals? What about optional • Services of your Kiwi Guide.
After a great day out exploring being Breakfasts are always included and
activities?
comfortable each night is really usually buffet style with hot, cooked Everyone’s idea of a dream holiday
ONLINE: “What’s Included” tab on tour page
important. You’ll sleep soundly in fare, fresh fruit and cereal. Lunches are is different so we’ve built in plenty
hand-picked accommodation, places casual counter food and sometimes of flexibility. You can tailor your trip
we know and stay in ourselves. Our picnic style. Your Kiwi Guide will help to your own interests such as biking,
hotels are 4 star and just a short walk you choose where to dine in the e-biking, zip lining and wine touring as How do we travel around?
to town. evening from a range of options well as all the activities you’ve heard Travel is in our late model purpose built, midsize tour coaches.
close by. about – a glacier hike or flight, Lord of One of the great things about our coaches is we can get off
the Rings, Maori concert and hangi or the beaten track to places big tour coaches just can’t go.
ONLINE: jet boating just to name a few. Many Our coach: Eighteen is the
moatrek.com/tour-info/accommodation ONLINE: people book these before they arrive maximum number of travellers
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or your Kiwi Guide can assist. Who will be my Kiwi guide?
Your Kiwi Guide will be your best friend while you’re here
ONLINE: in New Zealand. Our guide team are proud Kiwis, born and
“Optional Activities” tab on tour page bred, with a lifetime of holiday memories and secret spots
they love sharing. Our guides are all experienced in tour
driving, first aid and taking care of people, not to mention
their in depth knowledge of our culture, history, flora and
fauna and a few amusing tales of their own.
MoaTrek COVID-19 Guarantee
We’d like to make it as easy as possible for our guests to book a MoaTrek tour with the utmost peace of mind
and confidence. ONLINE: moatrek.com/about/meet-team
For this reason we’ve created a COVID-19 guarantee which allows flexibility in transferring your booking should
COVID-19 government restrictions arise (in New Zealand or your home country). You can read the full COVID-19
Guarantee conditions online.
Terms and conditions
Go online for our full tour booking terms and conditions,
including payment, cancellation and insurance information.
ONLINE: moatrek.com/covid-19-travel-assurance
Our accommodation: Stay in four star hotels such as
the Chateau Tongariro in Tongariro National Park ONLINE: moatrek.com/booking-terms
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