Southern Alps Winter Adventure
Christchurch to Queenstown
You'll be treated to stunning mountain views at every turn as you travel into the heart of the Southern Alps. From a cozy ski lodge, to magnificent Aoraki Mt Cook, to the remote backcountry of Mt Aspiring National Park, to the captivating charm of the adventure capital of Queenstown, where you can enjoy a local world-class pinot noir and reflect on your 5 days of snowy alpine delights.
- Adventure and Active
- National Parks and Preserves
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Southern Alps Winter Adventure
Plus...: Explore Queenstown
Round off your adventure in Queenstown, the lively alpine town where adventure and relaxation meet. Sip local wine by the lake or take in the mountain views that never stop impressing.
Hiking: Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
Follow glacier-fed rivers and ancient moraine trails beneath the towering presence of Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak, and feel the awe of standing in the heart of the wintery Southern Alps.
Biking: Wanaka
Feel the crisp mountain air as you cycle the lakeside trails of Wanaka, gliding past mirror-like waters and golden tussock hills. This is pure South Island magic at your own pace.
Hiking: Mt Aspiring National Park
Hike through Mt Aspiring National Park’s glacier-carved valleys and beech forests, where the air feels crisp, the rivers run clear, and the grandeur of the Southern Alps surrounds you at every step.
- 4 nights’ accommodation
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
- Our own highly experienced guides, driver, and chef - with you from start to finish
- Industry leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1)
- All activities outlined in the itinerary
- Delicious and nutritous 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!
- 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.
Southern Alps Winter Adventure
Plus...: Explore Queenstown
Round off your adventure in Queenstown, the lively alpine town where adventure and relaxation meet. Sip local wine by the lake or take in the mountain views that never stop impressing.
Hiking: Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
Follow glacier-fed rivers and ancient moraine trails beneath the towering presence of Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak, and feel the awe of standing in the heart of the wintery Southern Alps.
Biking: Wanaka
Feel the crisp mountain air as you cycle the lakeside trails of Wanaka, gliding past mirror-like waters and golden tussock hills. This is pure South Island magic at your own pace.
Hiking: Mt Aspiring National Park
Hike through Mt Aspiring National Park’s glacier-carved valleys and beech forests, where the air feels crisp, the rivers run clear, and the grandeur of the Southern Alps surrounds you at every step.
- 4 nights’ accommodation
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
- Our own highly experienced guides, driver, and chef - with you from start to finish
- Industry leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1)
- All activities outlined in the itinerary
- Delicious and nutritous 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!
- 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.
