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Mountain biking the Queen Charlotte Track

Elizabeth Marshall

Post date

20 February 2025

New Zealand’s Queen Charlotte Track, winding through the stunning Marlborough Sounds, is a must-do for mountain biking enthusiasts. This 72 km track offers a mix of scenic ridgelines, lush native bush, and breathtaking coastal views, making it one of the most unique multi-day rides in the country. Whether you take on the challenge self-guided or opt for a guided tour, this adventure promises unforgettable experiences.

Elizabeth Marshall

Post date

20 February 2025

10 Day South Island New Zealand Itinerary

Alexandra Diethelm

Post date

18 November 2022

Have you got 10 days to explore the South Island? Do dramatic mountain ranges, stunning natural beauty, hot pools and some city adventure sound like you? Then have we got the perfect 10-day South Island New Zealand itinerary for you!

Alexandra Diethelm

Post date

18 November 2022

How to Prepare for Ultimate Hikes Guided Milford Track Hike

Suzie Thorp

Post date

11 January 2022

The Milford Track is a bucket list hike for New Zealanders and Internationals alike. By taking the fully guided lodged and catered 5 day 4 night hiking option this is surprisingly do-able. Caveats to this are preparedness – and i don't mean buying the latest kit from an outrageously gorgeous purveyor of hiking gear – yes you can take your warmest lightest microns of organic merino mountain goat – but I am talking about what do you really need to succeed.

Suzie Thorp

Post date

11 January 2022

New Zealand Golf - Showcasing our Top Ten Courses

Steve Taylor

Post date

10 March 2020

Golf is one of the few games that does not have the constraint of a set playing field or pitch and therefore each course can be uniquely different allowing designers to take full advantage of, and work around, natural elements such as bodies of water, hills, grasslands, and the all-important vista orientation. Here is my list of 'Top New Zealand Golf Courses". with WOW factor as the key influence considering the expectations of those folk planning a visit to New Zealand from overseas.

Steve Taylor

Post date

10 March 2020

The Milford Track 1 Day Alternative…..

Five Day Milford Track (Amazing) – Options if dont have the time but still want the Experience?

Brent Narbey

Post date

28 May 2019

Behold the Milford Track!

This is the view that confronts you walking down to Sandfly point toward Milford Sound. All the superlatives in the world have been used to describe the majesty that is Milford. If you cant sacrifice the five days required to walk the world famous track, then we have combined a guided walk and cruise on the sound that will give you great insight into this very special place. Last month I walked a section of the track to gain a better understanding of the experience on offer - I was pleasantly surprised.

Brent Narbey

Post date

28 May 2019