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NEW ZEALAND
SMALL GROUP TOURS
October 2022 - July 2024
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Marlborough Vineyard:
Relax over a wine tasting and lunch among the vines at Forrest Estate Wines' vineyard
Kia Ora and welcome to MoaTrek
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.
One big family Meet the locals
MoaTrek is a family business that’s Meet friendly locals in their own “This tour met all our
been running unforgettable small homes, an off the beaten track expectations and more!
group tours of New Zealand since experience you’ll find only with We saw so much of your
1971. There will be no more than 18 MoaTrek. At the end of each day
travellers on board - it’s like you will enjoy good, old-fashioned
beautiful country, places
travelling with a group of friends! Kiwi hospitality staying in quality, we would have never
four star hotels with a sense of seen and people we
place. Our tours never compromise would have never met
A knowledgeable bunch – you’ll travel in comfort all the way
on our own - and all
on our purpose-built coaches.
Our knowledgeable, helpful Kiwi shared with a
Guides are here to make every lovely group of fellow
moment count - they’ll feel like
good mates in no time and look Something for everyone travellers. Matt, our
after your particular interests, Whether you’re a couple, travelling guide, was exceptional,
whether that’s photographing our solo or with friends, our boutique his knowledge of
natural wonderland and wildlife, itineraries, personalised service and your country’s history
wine and food, or for active unique, included activities ensure
travellers, suggesting numerous was amazing.”
you’ll have a once-in-a-life-time
walking possibilities in our experience every day. We look
countryside and national parks. Bill & Lesley Oakley, UK
forward to showing you our country Kakapo Tour
and delivering your “best ever”
travelling experience.
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Three MoaTrek tours to choose from
21 Day Kakapo p12 17 Day Kaka p16 9 Day Southern Beauty p20
2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1
AUCKLAND AUCKLAND
NORTH 1 NORTH
ISLAND ISLAND
2 Rotorua 2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro 1 Tongariro
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
Punakaiki Punakaiki
2 2
1 Kaikoura 1 Kaikoura
Franz Josef 1 Franz Josef 1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1 1
Milford Milford
Sound 1 Wanaka Sound 1 Wanaka
3 Queenstown 3 Queenstown 2
SOUTH SOUTH SOUTH
ISLAND ISLAND ISLAND
$NZ 11,790 pp twin $NZ 9,390 pp twin $NZ 5,690 pp twin
$NZ 14,890 pp single $NZ 11,690 pp single $NZ 6,290 pp single
Our signature tour starts in Auckland Starting in Auckland discover Starting and finishing in Christchurch,
and connects with Northland’s Māori geothermal Rotorua, Tongariro and discover the untouched beauty of the
culture, Queenstown, Milford Sound Abel Tasman National Parks, South Island. See Aoraki/Mt Cook,
and the West Coast's wild beauty Queenstown, Milford Sound and the Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka
before finishing in Christchurch. West Coast to finish in Christchurch. and the West Coast.
Abel Tasman National Park:
Walk the trails then cool off in the clear waters of Tonga Bay
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Our MoaTrek team
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.
"Our Kiwi Guide
Graeme was excellent.
His knowledge of NZ's
history, local flora and
fauna - not to mention
geological explanations
made for very interesting
commentary. Not only
that but he was an
affable fellow and
good driver!"
Priscilla Harrison, Canada
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Tim
“Our tour was definitely enhanced by having
Tim as our guide. We became friends over the
weeks and we respected his vast knowledge of
New Zealand and its history.”
Bill Farrell, USA
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Graeme
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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
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Nigel
“Our guide Helen was truely the BEST
in every possible way - highly
experienced, well-organised and full
of information. Her enthusiasm for her
beautiful country was contagious.”
Margaret Esplin, UK
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Helen
“Andrew’s love of
New Zealand, and
knowledge about every
aspect of what we
were observing and
experiencing made this
trip richly rewarding.”
Christina Manning & Michael
Flynn, USA
MoaTrek Kiwi Guide Andrew
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Bay of Islands: Cruise to Roberton Island
Memorable included activities
MoaTrek’s three 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.
Wai-O-Tapu: Guided tour of this thermal wonderland
Milford Sound to Queenstown:
Scenic flight over the alps Lake Rotoiti: Sail to the hot pools
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Waipoua Forest:
See Tane Mahuta Abel Tasman National Park: Cruise, guided walk & picnic
Hokianga Harbour:
Milford Sound: Small boat nature cruise Sandboard on the dunes
At Akaunui: Lunch with our friends
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Abel Tasman National Park Aoraki/Mt Cook 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 Westland Tai Poutini National Park Tongariro National Park 8 moatrek.com
Paparoa National Park Fiordland National Park
Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Arthur’s Pass National Park
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Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park:
Enjoy short walks in this alpine environment
Kakapo tour - your trip of a lifetime
Our Kakapo 21 Day Tour is our most popular and the culmination of all the tours we’ve run and the
feedback we’ve received since we started way back in 1971. This tour fulfills our goal to offer our
travellers the most comprehensive three week tour of New Zealand.
“I was having
such a good time
I actually extended
from 17 to 21 days
because I felt I
would be missing
out if I didn’t!
Maori carving at Waitangi Sailing on Lake Rotoiti
“I had a fabulous
time and would
thoroughly
recommend
MoaTrek to anyone
who wants to go to
New Zealand.”
Andrea Boardman, UK
Kakapo Tour
Arrowtown shops Punakaiki Pancake Rock
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2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1
1 AUCKLAND
NORTH
ISLAND
2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro
Explore & indulge in the best of Queenstown on your 3 night stay Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
Punakaiki 2
Six multi night stays
1 Kaikoura
Franz Josef 1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1
Milford
Sound 1 Wanaka
Queenstown
The Kakapo tour features five two night stays and one three
3 SOUTH
ISLAND
night stay, something our travellers tell us they love.
Bay of Islands - 2 nights Rotorua - 2 nights Wellington - 2 nights
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
water and visiting historic Russell. family friends at Lake Tarawera. and Te Papa Museum.
Nelson - 2 nights Queenstown - 3 nights Punakaiki - 2 nights
Enjoy a full day out in stunning Abel Plenty of time for those famous bucket A great way to finish your tour, with
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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21 DAYS • 20 NIGHTS
North & South Island Tour
Hokianga 2 Bay of Islands
1
NORTH 1 AUCKLAND
ISLAND
2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro
Hokianga Harbour, Omapere:
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
The view from our hotel
Punakaiki 2
1 Kaikoura
Franz Josef 1
Looking for something special for your “Trip of a Lifetime”? Our Kakapo is the
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1
Milford
Sound 1 Wanaka most comprehensive three week itinerary with all our favourite Kiwi holiday
3 Queenstown
SOUTH
spots rolled into one unique tour. You’ll cover our country from north to south
ISLAND
and see famous sights and treasures off the beaten track.
Auckland - Hokianga Harbour - Bay of Islands - Auckland - Rotorua - Tongariro
Auckland to Christchurch
National Park - Wellington - Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park - Kaikoura -
Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Wanaka - Franz
2022/23 DATES Josef Glacier - Punakaiki, Paparoa National Park - Christchurch
18 Oct 2022 - 07 Nov 2022
03 Nov 2022 - 23 Nov 2022
15 Dec 2022 - 04 Jan 2023 INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING
12 Jan 2023 - 01 Feb 2023 Milford to Queenstown flight Stroll to Muriwai's gannet colony
26 Jan 2023 - 15 Feb 2023 Nature cruise on Milford Sound Explore Russell, Bay of Islands
20 Feb 2023 - 12 Mar 2023 Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk Walk in Karangahake Gorge
Marlborough lunch & tasting Rotorua's geothermal surprises
23 Feb 2023 - 15 Mar 2023
Bay of Islands cruise See Huka Falls
02 Mar 2023 - 22 Mar 2023
Sail on Lake Rotoiti to hot pools Explore our capital Wellington
09 Mar 2023 - 29 Mar 2023 See Kawiti glow worm caves See seal colonies at Kaikoura
16 Mar 2023 - 05 Apr 2023 Tane Mahuta with Maori guides Photograph lovely lake Tekapo
30 Mar 2023 - 19 Apr 2023 Hokianga Harbour Cruise See Aoraki/Mt Cook
17 Oct 2023 - 06 Nov 2023 Manea - Footprints of Kupe is a Drive dramatic Lindis Pass
unique cultural experience Stay three nights in Queenstown
02 Nov 2023 - 22 Nov 2023
Sandboard & stroll on the dunes Beauty of the Milford Road
16 Nov 2023 - 06 Dec 2023
Lunch at Akaunui Farm Visit charming & leafy Arrowtown
07 Dec 2023 - 27 Dec 2023 Stroll Wai-O-Tapu's wonderland Lakes Taupo, Wakatipu &
04 Jan 2024 - 24 Jan 2024 Guided visit to Stone Store Wanaka
11 Jan 2024 - 31 Jan 2024 Kauri Museum, Matakohe Walk in Haast Pass beech forests
18 Jan 2024 - 07 Feb 2024 Guided visit of Waitangi Visit blue pools and waterfalls
Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist See Franz Josef Glacier
25 Jan 2024 - 14 Feb 2024
Ferry across Cook Strait Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
29 Jan 2024 - 18 Feb 2024
Lunch at Lake Tarawera Cape Foulwind seal colony
08 Feb 2024 - 28 Feb 2024 Stroll at Arthur's Pass
15 Feb 2024 - 06 Mar 2024 INCLUDED MEALS Say hi to cheeky kea parrots
22 Feb 2024 - 13 Mar 2024 All breakfasts Stroll at Castle Hill
Four lunches; Lake Tarawera,
01 Mar 2024 - 21 Mar 2024
Rotorua, with the Walmsley VISIT 8 NATIONAL PARKS
08 Mar 2024 - 28 Mar 2024
family; Forrest Estate Vineyard Tongariro, Abel Tasman, Aoraki/Mt
15 Mar 2024 - 04 Apr 2024 Marlborough, with wine tasting; Cook, Fiordland, Mt Aspiring,
Akaunui Farm homestead, Westland, Paparoa, Arthur's Pass.
$NZ 11,790 pp twin Canterbury with Di & Ian
Mackenzie; Picnic on the beach,
$NZ 14,890 pp single
in Abel Tasman National ParkLake Tarawera, Rotorua:
The Walmsleys, a local Maori family, host us for lunch at this idyllic lake
Day 1: Auckland - Matakohe - Day 4: Bay of Islands - Kawiti Day 7: Rotorua - Lake Taupo -
Waipoua Forest - Omapere Caves - Whangarei - Auckland Tongariro National Park
Your adventure begins with a stroll At Kawiti Caves thousands of The surreal, geothermal reserve Wai-
to the gannet colony above Muriwai twinkling glow worms are a breath- O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud
Beach on the West Coast. We visit taking sight on our guided walk pools, silica terraces and deep pools
the Kauri Museum at Matakohe and through the limestone cave. Still of unforgettable colours. We stop at
in Waipoua Forest, accompanied by owned today by descendants of Maori thundering Huka Falls and on the
our Maori guide, we see the greatest chief Kawiti, the first visitors were shores of Lake Taupo then drive up
kauri of all, Tane Mahuta, Lord of the shown through the caves in the 1950s. Mt Ruapehu for the panoramic
Forest. Our waterside hotel The We call into Whangarei and continue views. We walk a trail in World
Heads has stunning views over the down the East Coast to stay at the Heritage Tongariro National Park
Hokianga Harbour. Nesuto Stadium Hotel, Auckland. before staying the night nearby.
Day 2: Omapere - Hokianga Harbour Day 5: Auckland - Karangahake Day 8: Tongariro National Park -
- Waitangi, Bay of Islands Gorge - Lake Rotoiti - Rotorua Ohakune - Wellington
Cruise across the harbour to the sand Our Karangahake Gorge walk Enjoy short walks in this beautiful
dunes to try sandboarding or walk the combines dramatic river scenery, region before we continue down the
deserted beach. Back in Omapere native bush and relics of early centre of the island to the gumboot
experience the unique cultural and goldmines. At a Kiwifruit orchard we capital of the world, Taihape - find
multisensory Manea - Footprints of hear all about this famous fruit. Our out how far you can throw one. In
Kupe. Then meet our local guides at private cruise on a 53ft catamaran Wellington, we check out the city
Kerikeri’s Stone Store and Waitangi on Lake Rotoiti is a special highlight, sights and the stunning views from
where Maori signed the Treaty in 1840. calling into secluded bays and hot Mt Victoria and stay two nights at
Stay two nights at Copthorne Hotel pools reached only by water. Stay two The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little
and Resort Bay of Islands. nights at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside. capital in the world”.
Day 3: Waitangi - Bay of Islands Day 6: Rotorua activities - Lake
Cruise - Russell - Waitangi Tarawera lunch
Look out for dolphins and snorkel on There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s
your relaxed cruise through the Bay unique optional activities or simply
of Islands steeped in Maori and wander beside Lake Rotorua near your
colonial history. We visit Russell, a hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake
pretty town with a rollicking 19th Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley
century past, once known as the “Hell family who have many stories to tell of
Hole of the Pacific”, and the first their Maori and Pakeha (European) MoaTrek
capital of New Zealand. Later return history in this region once famous for Small Group Tours
by ferry to Paihia and Waitangi. the Pink and White Terraces.
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Take a nature cruise on Milford Sound
Day 9: At leisure in Wellington - Day 12: Nelson - Kaikoura Day 15: Queenstown - Milford Sound
activities and day tours Cruise - Scenic Flight Queenstown
The road hugs the spectacular
The day is yours to enjoy. The coastline between the Pacific Ocean We follow the shores of the great
waterfront and Te Papa National and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your lakes Wakatipu and Te Anau into the
Museum are just a short walk away. afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s mountains and waterfalls of
There’s a selection of activities to bountiful marine life, the result of the Fiordland National Park. We cruise on
choose from plus great cafes and ocean canyon close offshore. Optional Milford Sound dominated by iconic
boutique breweries. Wellington is excursions include whale watching Mitre Peak and home to seal colonies
also the spiritual home of “The Lord cruises and flights and kayaking at and dolphins. A magnificent scenic
of the Rings” and you can visit sunset. We stay not far from the seal flight back over the Southern Alps to
Weta Workshop too. colony at The White Morph. Queenstown ends this fantastic day.
Day 10: Wellington - Cook Strait - Day 13: Kaikoura - Akaunui Farm - Day 16: At leisure in Queenstown -
Picton - Marlborough - Nelson Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park activities and day tours
We cruise across Cook Strait on the From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills Today is yours to make the most of
Interislander ferry and up stunning lead to the Canterbury Plains where the infinite number of activities
Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to we join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie Queenstown has to offer. Your Kiwi
step ashore on the South Island. At for a memorable lunch at their Akaunui Guide can help you choose from a
Forrest Estate Wines in Marlborough Farm homestead set amid beautiful jet boat ride on the Dart River in The
we call in for a tasting and lunch in gardens. The turquoise-coloured lakes, Lord of the Rings scenery, wine
this premier wine region before Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable tasting at the vineyards or a day walk
continuing to Nelson and Trailways photo stops on our way to stay at on the famous Routeburn Track and
Hotel, our home for two nights. Aoraki/Mt Cook Village in the alps. many more.
Day 11: Nelson - Abel Tasman Day 14: Aoraki/Mt Cook National “We were delighted to
National Park - Nelson Park - Lindis Pass - Queenstown
have spent the three
At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our Explore the magnificent landscape weeks seeing as much as
local guide and cruise by catamaran crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New
and walk, as much or as little as you Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy
possible and couldn’t
choose, along the stunning Abel walking track from the village or treat imagine doing it in
Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on a less time. Well worth
bays, estuaries and golden, sandy glacial lake. Later we drive over the the trip half way around
beaches. There’s time to relax on the golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass the world.”
beach with a picnic lunch and take a and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown
David Watterworth, USA
swim before returning to Nelson. our home for three nights. Kakapo Tour
14 moatrek.com KAKAPO 21 DAY TOUROkarito Lagoon, West Coast:
Home to the rare Kotuku, White Heron
Day 17: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Day 20: Punakaiki - Paparoa National Day 21: Punakaiki - Arthur’s Pass -
Cardrona Valley - Wanaka Park - Charleston - Cape Foulwind Christchurch
In the leafy village of Arrowtown gold Walk to the leading local attraction, Leaving the West Coast we head to
mining history comes alive beside the the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Lake Brunner before driving up the
Arrow River. We drive over the Crown Blowholes. Paparoa Park has Otira Viaduct, a spectacular
Range and stop for the last views of towering limestone cliffs and karst cantilevered road to the alpine beech
the Wakatipu basin then call in for rock formations with river valleys of forests of Arthur’s Pass National Park.
refreshments at picture perfect subtropical forest. Walk to an isolated We stop to take short walks in the
Cardrona Hotel. From Edgewater, our beach or the seal colony at Cape forest and to the rock formations at
lakeside hotel, you can bike the Foulwind. A favourite option is the Castle Hill. The dramatic landscapes
waterfront trail or kayak on the lake. glow worm cave at Charleston. make a fitting finale to your adventure.
Day 18: Wanaka - Haast Pass - Fox
Glacier - Franz Josef
The pristine Haast Pass in Mt Aspiring
National Park has well-maintained
short tracks leading to cascading
waterfalls and clear blue pools.
Discover the beauty of Westland Tai
Poutini World Heritage Area’s wild
West Coast beaches and lush,
primeval rainforest, stop at Fox Glacier
and Lake Matheson before we reach
Franz Josef to stay at the Scenic Hotel.
Day 19: Franz Josef - Hokitika -
Punakaiki
The morning is free to walk to Franz
Josef Glacier lookout or take an
optional helihike or flight or cruise
out on Okarito lagoon in search of the
rare Kotuku, White Heron. In Hokitika,
the home of Pounamu (greenstone),
meet the carvers of this treasured
stone. Our home for two nights is
beside the beach at the Oceanview Cardrona Hotel:
Retreat, Punakaiki. Enjoy a drink at this historic hotel
KAKAPO 21 DAY TOUR moatrek.com 15Kaka
17 DAYS • 16 NIGHTS
North & South Island Tour
NORTH AUCKLAND
ISLAND
2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
Punakaiki 2
1 Kaikoura
Franz Josef 1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1
Milford
Sound 1 Wanaka
3 Queenstown SOUTH
ISLAND
Auckland to Christchurch
2022/23 DATES
10 Oct 2022 - 26 Oct 2022
07 Nov 2022 - 23 Nov 2022
19 Dec 2022 - 04 Jan 2023
02 Jan 2023 - 18 Jan 2023
16 Jan 2023 - 01 Feb 2023
30 Jan 2023 - 15 Feb 2023
20 Feb 2023 - 08 Mar 2023
24 Feb 2023 - 12 Mar 2023
27 Feb 2023 - 15 Mar 2023
06 Mar 2023 - 22 Mar 2023
13 Mar 2023 - 29 Mar 2023
20 Mar 2023 - 05 Apr 2023
03 Apr 2023 - 19 Apr 2023
10 Apr 2023 - 26 Apr 2023
09 Oct 2023 - 25 Oct 2023
30 Oct 2023 - 15 Nov 2023
13 Nov 2023 - 29 Nov 2023
27 Nov 2023 - 13 Dec 2023
04 Dec 2023 - 20 Dec 2023
18 Dec 2023 - 03 Jan 2024
01 Jan 2024 - 17 Jan 2024
15 Jan 2024 - 31 Jan 2024
02 Feb 2024 - 18 Feb 2024
12 Feb 2024 - 28 Feb 2024
05 Mar 2024 - 21 Mar 2024
09 Apr 2024 - 25 Apr 2024
$NZ 9,390 pp twin
$NZ 11,690 pp single
Wharenui, meeting house:
Ohinemutu village, RotoruaCrown Range, Central Otago:
A cliff hanger along the road between Queenstown and Wanaka
Get to know Maori culture and Kiwi hospitality relaxing over private lunches
with the locals. Stroll gentle trails through our National Parks and get close up Kaka the native, cheeky
to our scenic wonders from the volcanoes of the north to the breath-taking parrot, are often heard
high country, lakes, fiords and coastline of the south. You’ll be amazed it’s all before they are seen
the same country.
Auckland - Rotorua - Tongariro National Park - Wellington - Nelson - Abel
Tasman National Park - Kaikoura - Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park ·
Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown - Wanaka - Franz Josef Glacier -
Punakaiki, Paparoa National Park - Christchurch
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING
Milford to Queenstown flight Walk in Karangahake Gorge
Nature cruise on Milford Sound Rotorua's geothermal surprises
Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk See Huka Falls
Marlborough lunch & tasting Explore our capital Wellington
Sail on Lake Rotoiti See seal colonies at Kaikoura
Relax in private hot pools Photograph lovely lake Tekapo
Te Papa National Museum See Aoraki/Mt Cook
Picnic in Abel Tasman Drive dramatic Lindis Pass
Ohinemutu Maori village Stay three nights in Queenstown
Lunch at Akaunui Farm Beauty of the Milford Road
Stroll Wai-O-Tapu's wonderland Visit charming & leafy Arrowtown
Bonfire on the beach at Lakes Taupo, Wakatipu & Wanaka
Punakaiki Walk in Haast Pass beech forests
Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist Visit blue pools and waterfalls
Ferry across Cook Strait See Franz Josef Glacier
Lunch at Lake Tarawera Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Cape Foulwind seal colony
Stroll at Arthur's Pass
INCLUDED MEALS Say hi to cheeky kea parrots
All breakfasts Stroll at Castle Hill
Four lunches; Lake Tarawera,
Rotorua, with the Walmsley
family; Forrest Estate Vineyard VISIT 8 NATIONAL PARKS
Marlborough, with wine tasting; Tongariro, Abel Tasman, Aoraki/Mt
Akaunui Farm homestead, Cook, Fiordland, Mt Aspiring,
Canterbury with Di & Ian Westland, Paparoa, Arthur's Pass.
Mackenzie; Picnic on beach, in
Abel Tasman National Park
moatrek.com 17Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland: In Rotorua geothermal activity is never far away Day 1: Auckland - Karangahake Gorge Day 4: Tongariro National Park - Day 7: Nelson - Abel Tasman - Lake Rotoiti - Rotorua Ohakune - Taihape - Wellington National Park - Nelson Our Karangahake Gorge walk Enjoy short walks in this beautiful At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our combines dramatic river scenery, region before we continue down the local guide and cruise by catamaran native bush and relics of early centre of the island to the gumboot and walk, as much or as little as you goldmines. At a Kiwifruit orchard we capital of the world, Taihape - find choose, along the stunning Abel hear all about this famous fruit. Our out how far you can throw one. In Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered private cruise on a 53ft catamaran Wellington, we check out the city bays, estuaries and golden, sandy on Lake Rotoiti is a special highlight, sights and the stunning views from beaches. There’s time to relax on the calling into secluded bays and hot Mt Victoria and stay two nights at The beach with a picnic lunch and take a pools reached only by water. Stay two Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little swim in the crystal clear blue waters nights at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside. capital in the world”. before returning to Nelson. Day 2: Rotorua activities - Lake Day 5: At leisure in Wellington - Day 8: Nelson - Kaikoura Tarawera lunch activities and day tours The road hugs the spectacular There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s The day is yours to enjoy. The coastline between the Pacific Ocean unique optional activities or simply waterfront is just a short walk away and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your wander beside Lake Rotorua near and Te Papa National Museum. afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s your hotel. We drive to beautiful Lake There’s a selection of activities to bountiful marine life, the result of the Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley choose from plus great cafes and ocean canyon close offshore. Optional family who have many stories to tell boutique breweries. Wellington is excursions include whale watching of their Maori and Pakeha (European) also the spiritual home of “The Lord cruises and flights and kayaking at history in this region once famous for of the Rings” and you can visit Weta sunset. We stay not far from the seal the Pink and White Terraces. Workshop too. colony at The White Morph. Day 3: Rotorua - Lake Taupo - Day 6: Wellington - Cook Strait Tongariro National Park - Picton - Marlborough - Nelson The surreal, geothermal reserve Wai- We cruise across Cook Strait on the O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud Interislander ferry and up stunning pools, silica terraces and deep pools Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to of unforgettable colours. We stop at step ashore on the South Island. At thundering Huka Falls and on the Forrest Estate Wines, Marlborough shores of Lake Taupo then drive up we call in for a tasting and lunch Mt Ruapehu for the panoramic views. among the vines in this premier wine We walk a trail in World Heritage region before continuing to Nelson. MoaTrek Tongariro National Park before We stay at Trailways Hotel, our home staying the night nearby. for two nights. 18 moatrek.com KAKA 17 DAY TOUR
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
Day 9: Kaikoura - Akaunui Farm Day 12: At leisure in Queenstown - Day 15: Franz Josef - Hokitika -
- Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park activities and day tours Punakaiki
From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills Today is yours to make the most of The morning is free to walk to Franz
lead to the Canterbury Plains where the infinite number of activities Josef Glacier lookout or take an optional
we join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie Queenstown has to offer. Your Kiwi helihike or flight or cruise out on Okarito
for a memorable lunch at their Guide can help you choose from a lagoon in search of the rare Kotuku,
Akaunui Farm homestead set amid jet boat ride on the Dart River in The White Heron. In Hokitika, the home of
beautiful gardens. The turquoise- Lord of the Rings scenery, wine tasting Pounamu (greenstone), meet the
coloured lakes, Tekapo and Pukaki, are at vineyards, cycling the Queenstown carvers of this treasured stone. Our
unforgettable photo stops on our way Trail or a day walk on the famous home for two nights is beside the beach
to stay at Aoraki/Mt Cook Village. Routeburn Track and many more. at the Oceanview Retreat, Punakaiki.
Day 10: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park Day 13: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Day 16: Punakaiki - Paparoa National
- Lindis Pass - Queenstown Cardrona Valley - Wanaka Park - Charleston - Cape Foulwind
Explore the magnificent landscape In the leafy village of Arrowtown gold Close to our hotel are the renowned
crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, our mining history comes alive beside Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes,
highest mountain, on an easy walking the Arrow River. We drive over the limestone stacks weathered by the sea.
track from the village or treat yourself Crown Range and stop for the last Paparoa Park has towering limestone
to a scenic flight or cruise on a glacial views of the Wakatipu basin then call cliffs and karst rock formations with river
lake. Later we drive over the golden in for refreshments at picture perfect valleys draped in subtropical forest. Walk
tussock lands of the Lindis Pass and Cardrona Hotel. From Edgewater, to an isolated beach or the seal colony at
onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown our our lakeside hotel, you can bike the Cape Foulwind. A favourite option is
home for three nights. waterfront trail or kayak on the lake. the glow worm cave at Charleston.
Day 11: Queenstown - Milford Sound Day 14: Wanaka - Haast Pass - Day 17: Punakaiki – Arthur’s Pass –
Cruise - Scenic Flight - Queenstown Fox Glacier - Franz Josef Christchurch
From Queenstown we follow the The pristine Haast Pass in Mt Aspiring Leaving the West Coast we head
shores of the great lakes Wakatipu National Park has well-maintained inland to beautiful Lake Brunner
and Te Anau into the mountains and short tracks leading to cascading before driving up the Otira Viaduct, a
waterfalls of Fiordland National waterfalls and clear blue pools. spectacular cantilevered road to the
Park. We cruise on Milford Sound Discover the beauty of Westland Tai alpine beech forests of Arthur’s Pass
dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and Poutini World Heritage Park’s wild National Park. We stop to take short
home to seal colonies and dolphins. West Coast beaches and lush, primeval walks in the forest and to the huge
A magnificent scenic flight back over rainforest and stop at Fox Glacier and limestone rock formations at Castle
the Southern Alps to Queenstown Lake Matheson before we reach Franz Hill. The dramatic landscapes make a
ends this fantastic day. Josef to stay at the Scenic Hotel. fitting finale to your adventure.
KAKA 17 DAY TOUR moatrek.com 19Southern
Beauty
9 DAYS • 8 NIGHTS
South Island Tour
SOUTH
ISLAND
Milford Sound Scenic Flight:
Enjoy the views of the Southern Alps on your flight Milford Sound to Queenstown
Have you always dreamed of visiting all of the South Island’s iconic spots like
Aoraki Mt Cook, Milford Sound, Queenstown and the West Coast Glaciers?
Our Southern Beauty tour is the ultimate South Island 9 day itinerary, with all
the world famous spots included.
Christchurch to Christchurch Christchurch - Aoraki Mt Cook - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Arrowtown -
Wanaka - Fox Glacier - Franz Josef Glacier - Punakaiki - Arthur’s Pass - Christchurch
2022/23 DATES
11 Sep 2022 - 19 Sep 2022
16 Oct 2022 - 24 Oct 2022
13 Nov 2022 - 21 Nov 2022 INCLUDED EXPERIENCES SIGHTSEEING & EXPLORING
11 Dec 2022 - 19 Dec 2022 Hosted lunch at Akaunui Farm Visit the Church of the Good
15 Jan 2023 - 23 Jan 2023 Milford Sound scenic cruise Shepherd at Lake Tekapo
13 Feb 2023 - 21 Feb 2023
Stunning Milford Sound to See the highest mountains in the
Queenstown scenic flight Aoraki/Mt Cook region
12 Mar 2023 - 20 Mar 2023
Cruise across Lake Wakatipu Experience some of New Zealand's
16 Apr 2023 - 24 Apr 2023 aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw most stunning roads: Lake
02 Jul 2023 - 10 Jul 2023 to dine at Walter Peak Station Tekapo, Lake Pukaki to Mt Cook,
10 Sep 2023 - 18 Sep 2023 Ride the Skyline Gondola to Lindis Pass, Kawarau Gorge,
15 Oct 2023 - 23 Oct 2023 Bob's Peak for spectacular views Milford Road, Crown Range, Haast
12 Nov 2023 - 20 Nov 2023
of Lake Wakatipu Pass, West Coast, Otira Gorge &
Tour and tasting at the family Arthur's Pass
10 Dec 2023 - 18 Dec 2023
owned Cardrona Distillery Learn about Arrowtown's place in
11 Jan 2024 - 19 Jan 2024 Guided nature cruise on Okarito New Zealand's gold mining history
08 Feb 2024 - 16 Feb 2024 Lagoon in search of birdlife Stroll in Haast Pass' mountain
07 Mar 2024 - 15 Mar 2024 Hosted lunch and guided walk beech forests to waterfalls and
14 Apr 2024 - 22 Apr 2024 at historical Okarito Village blue pools
12 May 2024 - 20 May 2024
Glacier Country highlights of Lake
Matheson & Franz Josef Glacier
07 Jul 2024 - 15 Jul 2024 INCLUDED MEALS Visit the blow holes at the
All breakfasts Punakaiki Pancake rocks
All lunches including special Visit historic Denniston where
lunch at Akaunui Farm coal was first mined in 1879
homestead, Canterbury, with
Di & Ian Mackenzie
All dinners VISIT 6 NATIONAL PARKS
Aoraki/Mt Cook, Fiordland, Mt
Aspiring, Westland, Paparoa &
Arthur's Pass.
$NZ 5,690 pp twin
$NZ 6,290 pp singleTSS Earnslaw, Wakatipu: Cruise across the lake on the historic steamer to dinner at Walter Peak Station
Day 1: Christchurch - Akaunui Day 4: Queenstown Sightseeing - TSS Day 7: Franz Josef - Okarito Lagoon -
Homestead - Aoraki/Mt Cook Earnslaw cruise - Walter Peak Station Hokitika - Punakaiki
From Christchurch, we head South to We start our day with a ride up the At Okarito we take a nature cruise on
join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie Skyline Gondola for the best views of the lagoon looking out for birdlife in
for a memorable lunch at their Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables wetlands bordered by ancient forests.
Akaunui Farm homestead set amid and the famous Lord of the Rings Our local guide Paula takes us on
beautiful gardens. The turquoise- scenery. Stroll the Queenstown a walking tour of this tiny historical
coloured lakes, Tekapo and Pukaki, waterfront and shops. This evening settlement. We visit the artists of
are unforgettable photo stops on our we cruise across Lake Wakatipu on Hokitika before reaching Paparoa
way to stay at Aoraki/Mt Cook Village the historic steamer TSS Earnslaw to National Park and Punakaiki where we
in the alps. dine at Walter Peak Station. stay two nights at the Oceanview Resort.
Day 2: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park - Day 5: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Day 8: Punakaiki - Paparoa National
Lindis Pass - Queenstown Cardrona Valley - Wanaka Park - Charleston - Cape Foulwind
Aoraki/Mt Cook is our highest We call into picturesque Arrowtown See the Pancake rocks, blowholes,
mountain and "home ground" where gold mining history comes limestone cliffs and karst rock formations
of the most famous Kiwi of all, Sir alive beside the Arrow River. From the and river valleys of subtropical forest.
Edmund Hillary. Enjoy a short walk in Crown Range we take in the last views Further up the coast, historic Denniston
this alpine wonderland. Continue to of the Wakatipu basin. We lunch at Plateau gives an insight into the lives of
Omarama, over the Lindis Pass and historic Cardrona Hotel and enjoy a early coal miners and their families. We
through the rugged Kawarau Gorge tour and tasting at the Distillery stroll to the seal colony near Cape
and Gibbston Valley to Queenstown - nearby before arriving at Edgewater Foulwind before returning down the
our home for three nights. Resort, our lakeside home in Wanaka. coast road to Punakaiki.
Day 3: Queenstown - Milford Sound Day 6: Wanaka - Haast Pass - Lake Day 9: Punakaiki – Lake Brunner -
Cruise - Scenic flight - Queenstown Matheson - Franz Josef Arthur’s Pass – Christchurch
We follow the shores of the great We drive beside lakes Hawea and Leaving the West Coast we head to
lakes Wakatipu and Te Anau into the Wanaka and into the mountain and Lake Brunner before driving up the
mountains and waterfalls of Fiordland river scenery of the Haast Pass. There Otira Viaduct, a spectacular
National Park. We cruise on Milford are short walks in the beech forests cantilevered road to the alpine beech
Sound dominated by iconic Mitre to waterfalls and coastal scenery at forests of Arthur’s Pass National Park.
Peak and home to seal colonies and Ship Creek to enjoy. Lush rainforest We stop to take short walks in the
dolphins. A magnificent scenic flight lines the road as we head north to forest and to the rock formations at
back over the Southern Alps to Fox Glacier, Lake Matheson and on Castle Hill. The dramatic landscapes
Queenstown ends this fantastic day. to Franz Josef. make a fitting finale to your adventure.
SOUTHERN BEAUTY 9 DAY TOUR moatrek.com 21Our inclusions: A local guide accompanies your walk in Abel Tasman National Park
About our tours
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.
Where do we stay? What about meals? What about optional
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
important. You’ll sleep soundly in fare, fresh fruit and cereal. Lunches is different so we’ve built in plenty
hand-picked accommodation, places are casual counter food and of flexibility. You can tailor your trip
we know and stay in ourselves. Our sometimes picnic style. Your Kiwi to your own interests such as biking,
hotels are 4 star and just a short walk Guide will help you choose where to e-biking, zip lining and wine touring
to town. dine in the evening from a range of as well as all the activities you’ve
options close by. Refer to each tour heard about – a glacier hike or flight,
itinerary for meal inclusions. Lord of the Rings, Maori concert and
ONLINE: hangi or whale watching just to
moatrek.com/tour-info/accommodation ONLINE: name a few. These excursions are
moatrek.com/tour-info/wine-dine booked by your Kiwi Guide on tour to
fit with the tour itinerary timings.
ONLINE:
“Optional Activities” tab on tour page
22 moatrek.comTravel 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 and the rest are couples or
Your Kiwi Guide: Here to make travelling with friends. Whether you’re travelling solo or
your tour memorable every day together our Kiwi Guide is there every step of the way
taking care of everyone’s particular interests, and ensuring
you get the best out of each amazing day.
ONLINE: moatrek.com/gallery
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.
• Services of your Kiwi Guide.
ONLINE: “What’s Included” tab on tour page
How do we travel around?
Travel is in our late model purpose built, midsize tour coaches.
One of the great things about our coaches is we can get off
the beaten track to places big tour coaches just can’t go.
Our coach: Eighteen is the
maximum number of travellers
Who will be my Kiwi Guide?
Our guide team are proud Kiwis, 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.
ONLINE: moatrek.com/about/meet-team
Terms and conditions
Go online for our full tour booking terms and conditions,
including payment, cancellation, insurance information and
covid-19 policy.
Our accommodation: Stay in four star hotels such
as the Ocean View Retreat, Punakaiki ONLINE: moatrek.com/tour-info/booking-terms
moatrek.com 23Kaikoura dolphins - Lois Cork
MoaTrek travellers’ photo gallery
Touring with MoaTrek is a photographer’s dream, our Kiwi Guides know all the best spots and if
something catches your eye, we’ll always stop to capture the moment.
“As a photographer I will
let my photos express
my truly wonderful
New Zealand adventure
with our guide Paul and
MoaTrek. No words can
describe what a fantastic
journey I experienced.”
Chaz Anderson, USA
Kakapo Tour
Cardrona Hotel, Otago - Chaz Anderson
Russell waterfront, Bay of Islands - Chaz Anderson Fur seal, Kaikoura - Linde Togel
24 moatrek.comLake Wakatipu - Chaz Anderson Whale fluke, Kaikoura - Lois Cork
“This was the perfect
way to see the sights
and we made great new
friends. We had such a
knowledgeable guide and
MoaTrek made everything
so easy.
“Thank you for the trip
of a lifetime, we loved
every minute!”
Lois Cork, USA
Kaka Tour
Devil’s Bath, Wai-O-Tapu - Dave Linick
Variable oystercatcher -
Linde Togel Southern Rata - Linde Togel Te Po, Rotorua - Linde Togel
“We had a wonderful time on our trip with MoaTrek. Thanks again for everything.”
Linde Togel, Canada
Kaka Tour
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For your New Zealand
“Trip of a Lifetime”
Hokianga Harbour: Sandboard on the dunes
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