Reverse Traverse - Itinerary

+ You can take extended breaks at any of the points on the tour

+ Most nights you can upgrade to cabins for a small fee and a taste of rural luxury

+ Contact us if you have any questions as we are very flexible 

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B = Breakfast included    L = Lunch included     D = Dinner included     U - upgrade available

GREEN text = optional activity (there are plenty more to try and there's optional walks and rides everyday)

South Island Itinerary

POINT 18: Queenstown with its multitude of adrenalin activities. Bungy, fly-by-wire, jet boat, rafting, horse trekking, parapenting, skydive, gondola ride - this place has it all, as well as spectacular views. Cycle and walk in alpine areas. A chance to wind down and compare notes and photos from your Queenstown thrills! B/D

POINT 19: A relaxed morning at the camp. Optional jet boating on the Wilkin River then over the dramatic Haast Pass. Cycle steep downhill sections through rainforest, past waterfalls and pools to the wild West Coast. Camp at Okuru, a world heritage area, bird life, lagoon and beach walks.     B/L/D

POINT 20: We are now on one of the Lonely Planets top 10 drives in the World. We head to Fox Glacier for optional guided walk or heli hike on the spectacular glaciers. Cycle to Okarito beach camp. White Heron Sanctuary, spectacular walks and breathtaking views of the Southern Alps.     B/L/D

POINT 21: Morning at Okarito. Great cycle route along the coast. Visit Bushmans Museum, Check out famous Greenstone factories of Hokitika. Stunning coastal walk and cycle. Excellent beach camp at Punakaiki, home of the famous Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park. Keep your eyes peeled for kiwi birds!! Many great walks and rides to choose from.     B/D U

POINT 22: Traditional Flying Kiwi pancake breakfast. Explore the outstanding sub-tropical flora and admire limestone formations in the Canyon. Cycle rides, glow worm caves, beach. Optional horse riding, and kayaking. Stay at same great camp. B/L/D U

POINT 23: Travel through the Buller Gorge for some cycling and beautiful scenery to one of NZ’s most stunning spots - the Abel Tasman region. Cycle backroad route. Optional skydive or fly in an acrobatic plane. We stay 2 nights at Marahau, with the Abel Tasman National Park on our doorstep.     B/D U

POINT 24: Free day for exploring the area. Walk, cycle, optional awesome sailing the scenic coast, sea kayak, boat and walk the golden beaches. Swim in crystal clear waters. Night out at a cool cafe.     B/L U

POINT 25: Time to soak up Nelson’s cafe culture and arts. Optional Sky-diving. Cycle along Queen Charlotte Drive. Travel through the Marlborough wine region. Enjoy a fantastic evening ferry ride into the capital. We don't provide accommodation but will help you make a booking.     B

POINT 26 :More time in morning to explore the fantastic capital and museums. Then head off owards beautiful Taranaki. Camp at Onaero Bay, a lovely bush setting. No Meals.     U

blackwater rafting or some excellent walks. Arrive in buzzing Auckland by 6pm for a taste of big city life “kiwi style”.     B/L

POINT 1: Depart Auckland 10am. Leave the city for the golden beaches and warm waters of the Bay of Islands. Visit the historic Treaty House. Enjoy the mangrove walk leading to the thundering Haruru waterfalls. Cycle scenic route. Star-gazing around the camp fire. L/D U

POINT 2: Delicious pancake breakfast. Spend the day in the Bay of Islands clear turquoise waters, just relaxing at the beach or taking out one of the free boogie boards. Enjoy lush Opua Forest walks. Cycle scenic loop to Russell visiting Kauri Grove on the way. Great optional trip to Cape Reinga, sail the Bay of Islands, dolphin swimming, Waka paddle and village tour or dive the Rainbow Warrior. In the evening enjoy an optional Maori Concert and Haka! A second night at same camp.     B/L/D U

POINT 3: A day full of adventure. Great cycle routes and walk options, then on to the dunes of Opononi for beach fun and optional sand boarding. Cycle or bus to Waipoua Forest to explore the giant Kauri trees. Travel Hibiscus Coast to camp at the famous Waiwera hot pools for a relaxing dip.     B/L/D U

POINT 4: After breakfast enjoy the scenic route with glimpses of the sea as we head back to the "City of Sails". Its the last day for many of use so a great time to share stories, gather those emails and swap pics! B