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Tongariro Crossing & Cultural Journey - 4, 5 days
Departures daily November to April
Tongariro National Park is a special place. In 1887, the paramount chief of the time, Horonuku Te Heu Heu Tukino IV gifted the lands of the three volcanic peaks of Tongariro, Ruapehu and Ngauruhoe to the crown so they could be preserved for all New Zealanders. This original gift created New Zealand's first National Park which now covers an area of more than 80,000 hectares and has a World Heritage classification. The Tongariro Trek has you returning to the comfort and splendid elegance of the Grand Chateau each evening. The Grand Chateau, opened in 1929 and is known as the Grand Old Lady of the Mountain due to its classic elegance. The Tongariro Trek takes you onto the volcanic plateau to experience amazing views plus flora and fauna unusual for New Zealand. On Day 3 you embark on the Tongariro Crossing which is often called the finest one day walk in New Zealand.

In recent times, international headlines have focused on Mount Ruapehu as the mountain has displayed recent signs of renewed volcanic activity.

Whirinaki Rainforest Guided Walk: - 3 day / 2 nights
Departs October to April
The Whirinaki Forest Park is one of the great rainforests of the world - home to the giant Kahikatea, Rimu, Matai, Miro and Totara - rare examples of native timber forests that once covered the central North Island. The park covers 60,000 hectares and it is though that forests like this once covered the super continent of Gondwanaland over 150 million years ago. Some of the oldest trees are 65 metres high and just over 1000 years old.

In addition to the trees the bird life is diverse and abundant with the dense podocarps hosting high numbers of rare birds. There are many unique and rare species of plants and insects too making these trips of special interest to the wildlife enthusiast.

This region has been inhabited for over two centuries by the Ngai Whare (local Maori tribe) and your guide enjoys sharing his or her knowledge of the legends and myths of the area along with the medical uses of the native bush and trees.

Lake Waikaremoana Guided Walk
The Lake Waikaremoana Guided Walk is a four-day, fully guided walk on the Lake Waikaremoana Great Walk Track. Imagine hiking 46 kilometres of walking trail through pristine New Zealand rainforest, amidst rare and unique birdlife (such as kiwi), while soaking up magnificent views of endless bush-clad hills, serene lakes and crystal clear rivers.

Relish the challenge of this stunning New Zealand wilderness walk, while enjoying the luxuries of delicious NZ style food, fine wine, and having to carry only a small pack.

Urewera Discovery Tour
The Urewera Discovery Tour is a three day, all-inclusive New Zealand walking holiday exploring the Waikaremoana area, with a focus on short walks and maximum personal comfort.

The Urewera Discovery Tour, one of our popular New Zealand walking holiday tours, includes a scenic drive from Rotorua to Waikaremoana, two nights lodge accommodation in Waikaremoana, and three days of guided walks and sight-seeing.

Walking New Zealand Tour – 15 Day
Departing Auckland this trip combines some of New Zealand's most remarkable walking trails with spectacular scenery and other adventures along the way including scenic flying, glacier walking and jet boating.

Walk the beautiful Coromandel viewing gold mining tunnels from last century, the Tongariro Crossing and visit local marae on your cultural journey and learn the legends about the sacred Tongariro National Park. In the South Island walk on Fox Glacier, fly into the Siberian Valley, walk the whole length of the renowned Routeburn Track and at Mount Cook up to the famous Tasman Glacier.

Groups are limited to a maximum of 12 keen walkers, staying in great accommodation and many meals included.