South Island Youth Adventure - 9 days

Christchurch - Lake Tekapo. This morning we embark on a morning orientation tour of Christchurch, taking in the best of this quintessentially English city and the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. Later, we journey to the breathtakingly beautiful Lake Tekapo and check in to our lakeside hostel.

Today, we'll embark on a hike up Mt John, where we'll enjoy panoramic 360-degree views of the Southern Alps. The hike should takes us around 2 - 3 hours. Later, we'll relax our tired muscles in some hot pools.

Lake Tekapo - Wanaka. We'll embark on a picturesque drive through the Southern Alps on our way to Wanaka. In the afternoon, we'll hike the renowned Hooker Valley Track, winding through the valley to offer breathtaking views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, the tallest mountain in New Zealand. We're spending the night in a cozy hostel in Wanaka, and tonight is free to head out for a drink or two.

Today, we will explore the highlights of Wanaka. Our activities include kayaking on the beautiful Lake Wanaka and visiting the iconic Wanaka Tree. Later, we'll hike up Mount Iron to enjoy breathtaking views of the local area, including the Pisa Range, Upper Clutha Basin, and the captivating Southern Alps.

Wanaka - Queenstown. Today we’re heading to the beautiful city of Queenstown, New Zealand's adventure capital. We'll have a quick orientation walk and then you're free to start checking some activities off your bucket list. Skydiving, bungee jumping, canyoning, and zip-lining are just some of the options at your fingertips.