New Zealand Family Vacation
Create lifelong family memories on the giant playground of the South Island. Enjoy rafting near Queenstown, staying overnight in Mt. Aspiring National Park, visiting Aoraki/Mt. Cook National Park, kayaking on the West Coast, and more.
- Adventure and Active
- Family Vacations
- National Parks and Preserves
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New Zealand Family Vacation
Plus...: Queenstown Family Raft Trip
Get ready for a fun-filled family raft ride through the gold rush-era Skippers Canyon.
Hiking: Mount Aspiring National Park
Sleep under the stars in a cozy backcountry hut, surrounded by mountains and beech forest.
Plus...: Steamboat Lake Cruise
Step back in time aboard the TSS Earnslaw and enjoy a farmyard adventure at Walter Peak Station.
Hiking: Franz Josef Glacier
Follow glacial rivers and rainforest tracks to get a close-up view of the mighty Franz Josef Glacier.
Hiking: Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
Cross swing bridges and spot icebergs as you hike beneath New Zealand’s tallest peak.
Plus...: Visit the Antarctica Centre
Step into an Antarctic snowstorm and meet real-life penguins in the interactive Antarctic Centre.
Plus...: Rakaia Gorge Jet Boat
Zoom past cliffs and canyons on a heart-racing jet boat ride in the Rakaia Gorge.
Kayaking: Lake Mapourika
Paddle through mirror-like waters surrounded by lush rainforest on Lake Mapourika.
Plus...: Kiwi Viewing
Come face-to-beak with New Zealand’s shy national icon, the elusive kiwi.
Hiking: West Coast trails
Wander high above the forest floor on a treetop walk through ancient rimu and kahikatea trees.
- 12 nights’ accommodation
- 11 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 9 dinners
- Our own highly experienced guides, driver, and cook - with you from start to finish
- Industry leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1)
- All activities outlined in the itinerary
- Delicious and nutritious snacks to keep you fueled
- All necessary equipment (well-maintained and safe) for activities
- A trekking pack and sleeping bag for the overnight hike
- Hiking poles for the duration of the trip
- Transportation in our air-conditioned vans - safe, clean, modern, and comfortable!
- Special "Wow" moments you'll never forget
- Your queries answered by our knowledgeable Customer Care Team - only a call, chat, or email away
- You’re “trip ready” with our Customer Care Team’s calls prior to your trip
- “My Account” - your own online space with everything required for your adventure
A love of adventure, born in New Zealand
Our passion for exploration is rooted in a strong connection to the natural beauty of our home, New Zealand, and the drive to venture beyond its shores to discover a world different to our own.
Life-changing, rewarding experiences in breathtaking places
We bring your adventure dreams to life. The best journeys don’t just take you places; they inspire you to be curious, ignite your spirit, and find a new sense of freedom – they can even change your life!
Expert guides, deep local connections
Feel the heart and soul of each place you visit with our local people on the ground and knowledgeable guides, who take great care to ensure a truly authentic and immersive experience. This is the real deal.
Adventures inspired by nature
Feel like you're in a world of your own, with unique itineraries to take you away from the usual tourist traps. Enjoy exhilarating activities like hiking, biking, rafting, and kayaking, to explore the very best of each destination.
Flexible, personalized experiences
We take the time to get to know you to ensure you have the very best experience on our trips. Our small group adventures are big on flexibility — no matter what your version of "active" is, we have options on each trip to suit every individual.
Everything is organized for you
Imagine a vacation that's fully guided, and everything is taken care of and included in the trip price — all accommodations, activities, transport on-trip, most meals, and more! Effortless and value-packed.
New Zealand Family Vacation
Plus...: Queenstown Family Raft Trip
Get ready for a fun-filled family raft ride through the gold rush-era Skippers Canyon.
Hiking: Mount Aspiring National Park
Sleep under the stars in a cozy backcountry hut, surrounded by mountains and beech forest.
Plus...: Steamboat Lake Cruise
Step back in time aboard the TSS Earnslaw and enjoy a farmyard adventure at Walter Peak Station.
Hiking: Franz Josef Glacier
Follow glacial rivers and rainforest tracks to get a close-up view of the mighty Franz Josef Glacier.
Hiking: Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
Cross swing bridges and spot icebergs as you hike beneath New Zealand’s tallest peak.
Plus...: Visit the Antarctica Centre
Step into an Antarctic snowstorm and meet real-life penguins in the interactive Antarctic Centre.
Plus...: Rakaia Gorge Jet Boat
Zoom past cliffs and canyons on a heart-racing jet boat ride in the Rakaia Gorge.
Kayaking: Lake Mapourika
Paddle through mirror-like waters surrounded by lush rainforest on Lake Mapourika.
Plus...: Kiwi Viewing
Come face-to-beak with New Zealand’s shy national icon, the elusive kiwi.
Hiking: West Coast trails
Wander high above the forest floor on a treetop walk through ancient rimu and kahikatea trees.
- 12 nights’ accommodation
- 11 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 9 dinners
- Our own highly experienced guides, driver, and cook - with you from start to finish
- Industry leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1)
- All activities outlined in the itinerary
- Delicious and nutritious snacks to keep you fueled
- All necessary equipment (well-maintained and safe) for activities
- A trekking pack and sleeping bag for the overnight hike
- Hiking poles for the duration of the trip
- Transportation in our air-conditioned vans - safe, clean, modern, and comfortable!
- Special "Wow" moments you'll never forget
- Your queries answered by our knowledgeable Customer Care Team - only a call, chat, or email away
- You’re “trip ready” with our Customer Care Team’s calls prior to your trip
- “My Account” - your own online space with everything required for your adventure
A love of adventure, born in New Zealand
Our passion for exploration is rooted in a strong connection to the natural beauty of our home, New Zealand, and the drive to venture beyond its shores to discover a world different to our own.
Life-changing, rewarding experiences in breathtaking places
We bring your adventure dreams to life. The best journeys don’t just take you places; they inspire you to be curious, ignite your spirit, and find a new sense of freedom – they can even change your life!
Expert guides, deep local connections
Feel the heart and soul of each place you visit with our local people on the ground and knowledgeable guides, who take great care to ensure a truly authentic and immersive experience. This is the real deal.
Adventures inspired by nature
Feel like you're in a world of your own, with unique itineraries to take you away from the usual tourist traps. Enjoy exhilarating activities like hiking, biking, rafting, and kayaking, to explore the very best of each destination.
Flexible, personalized experiences
We take the time to get to know you to ensure you have the very best experience on our trips. Our small group adventures are big on flexibility — no matter what your version of "active" is, we have options on each trip to suit every individual.
Everything is organized for you
Imagine a vacation that's fully guided, and everything is taken care of and included in the trip price — all accommodations, activities, transport on-trip, most meals, and more! Effortless and value-packed.
About Active Adventures
Our spirit for adventure was born in New Zealand, our home. Inspired to share our homeland’s natural beauty, Active Adventures began 30 years ago with a simple dream — to welcome kindred spirits from around the world to explore our incredible adventure playground.
What started as a few passionate hikers guiding friends off the beaten track in New Zealand has grown to meet our guests' desire for our unique style of outdoor adventure tours around the world.
Today our fully guided, small group trips feature not only hiking but rafting, kayaking, and so much more, with unique itineraries in 19 countries across five continents, including destinations such as New Zealand, Patagonia, Peru, Galapagos Islands, Europe, the Himalayas, and Africa.
While New Zealand is still our home base, these days we have a passionate team of locals in every destination to make our guest experiences truly special.
About Active Adventures
Our spirit for adventure was born in New Zealand, our home. Inspired to share our homeland’s natural beauty, Active Adventures began 30 years ago with a simple dream — to welcome kindred spirits from around the world to explore our incredible adventure playground.
What started as a few passionate hikers guiding friends off the beaten track in New Zealand has grown to meet our guests' desire for our unique style of outdoor adventure tours around the world.
Today our fully guided, small group trips feature not only hiking but rafting, kayaking, and so much more, with unique itineraries in 19 countries across five continents, including destinations such as New Zealand, Patagonia, Peru, Galapagos Islands, Europe, the Himalayas, and Africa.
While New Zealand is still our home base, these days we have a passionate team of locals in every destination to make our guest experiences truly special.
