7 Day Southern Explorer

Region: Christchurch and Canterbury | Duration: 7 days | Commences: Christchurch

This tour is designed for the 18-39 year age group. We combine 'must see' hot spots with awesome crew and great itineraries - the recipe for a travel experience that will change your outlook on the world, and maybe even your life! Whether you choose to explre the East Coast, the great Aussie outback or the North and South Islands of New Zealand - you'll leave with memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

Adventures trips use all sorts of accommodation, depending on the places we're visiting. From quad share hotels, to bush camping; overnight live-aboard sailing quarters to private permanent canvas tents - you'll be located in the best spots to get the most out of your adventure. Adventures trips are not designed to sit back in your accommodation though - we are all about getting out there, exploring the great unknown and experiencing the regions we introduce you to.

DAY 1: Christchurch to Flock Hill Station

Today we commence our 7 day adventure when we climb the Southern Alps to Flock Hill Station - our home for the night. This is a 14000 hectare working sheep station. You'll be blown away by the farm and spectacular scenery!
Motel
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DAY 2: Flock Hill to Fox Glacier

We head to the wild west coast and Hokitika. Continuing on we stop at the visitor's centre in Franz Josef, and an opportunity here to take a scenic twin glacier helicopter flight to our afternoon destination** - Fox Glacier.
Hotel (share facilities)
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DAY 3: Fox Glacier to Queenstown

Westland National Park abounds with high mountain peaks and glaciers and today we'll have a chance to walk on a flowing river of ice! We'll then head back into the mountains to negotiate Haast Pass on our way to Queenstown past Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea.
Holiday Park
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DAY 4: Queenstown

Today its time to play! And adventure awaits us everywhere. Choose from a huge selection of optional activities sure to get the blood pumping, with everything from bungy, shotover jets, balloon rides and horseback riding. You name it – its all here and awaiting you in Queenstown!!
Holiday Park
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DAY 5: Fiordland

Today we take in some magnificent scenery. We'll pass the town of Te Anau and travel to Fiordland and the incomparable Milford Sound. Here our overnight cruise takes us pat towering tree-lined cliffs and spectacular waterways.
Overnight Cruise - Share facilities
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DAY 6: Milford Sound to Lake Ohau

We make tracks out of Fiordland, past historic Kawarau Bungy site and onto Lindis Pass. Tonights accommodation is at Lake Ohau, where our lakeside lodge hs stunning views of Mt Cook. Time to enjoy a sunset drink with friends.
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DAY 7: Lake Ohau to Christchurch

Today we follow the southern lakes hydroelectricity scheme around impressive blue water lakes and the ever-present Southern Alps as a backdrop. First stop Lake Pukaki and a chance for some amazing photos as we gaze across the clear blue waters to Mt Cook. We follow the canal system over to Lake Tekapo where there is an opportunity to take a scenic flight. Another photo opportunity at the “Church of the Good Shepard” before we enter the Canterbury plains and reach our final destination.

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 Tour Rates (per person in in AUD)
  Tour Type Single Twin Child Family Rates valid
book me Standard$1389$1109--1/4/2009 - 31/3/2010
 Note: Rates may at certain times be subject to change due to local events or holidays.

Address Details

Connections Safaris - part of Australian Pacific Touring Group
PO Box 3891
Alice Springs, NT, 0871

Booking Fax: 61 2 8314 5898
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Disclaimer/Important Note: Itineraries, departure dates and inclusions are correct at time of publishing however subject to change without notice. For specific inclusions to itinerary please reconfirm at time of booking.
Tour Departure MonthsJan Feb Mar Jun May Apr Jul Aug Sep Dec Nov Oct
Tour Departure Dates* Operates in reverse 2009 Apr 5*, 11, 13*, 19*, 25 May 3*, 9, 17*, 23 Jun 9, 14*, 20, 28* Jul 4, 12*, 18, 26* Aug 1, 9*, 15, 23*, 29 Sep 6*, 12, 20, 20*, 26, 28* Oct 4*, 10, 18, 18*, 24, 26* Nov 1, 1*, 7, 9*, 15, 15*, 21, 23*, 29, 29* Dec 5, 7*, 13, 13*, 19, 21*, 27* 2010 Jan 2, 10, 10*, 16, 18*, 24, 24*, 30 Feb 1*, 7, 7*, 13, 15*, 21*, 27 Mar 7, 7*, 13, 15*, 21, 21*, 27, 29*
Departure/Arrival DetailsJNZ7 Departs Christchurch 0900hrs Terminates Christchurch 1800hrs
InclusionsAs per itinerary and National Park Entry Fees.
ExclusionsMeals and drinks other than those specified.

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