SOUTH ISLAND EXPERIENCE

ACTIVITY INFO SOUTH ISLAND EXPERIENCE APRIL 2019

STARGAZING Earth & Sky Stargazing Lake Tekapo Day 2 Departure time: 8.30 pm Return time: 10.05 pm Duration approx.: 1.5 h View some of the best skies in the world from within Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, the largest Dark Sky Reserve in the world. Highly enthusiastic guides will tour you through the southern night skies sharing from their vast well of knowledge on subjects from the basics of astronomy to some of the more mind-boggling science of outer space. With the options of Cowan s Observatory and the University of Canterbury Mt John Observatory there are options for all. $78 child (up to 17yrs) $135 adult (18yrs +) Dress warmly as it can be cold when dark.

WILDLIFE TOUR Elm Wildlife Tor Dunedin Day 3 Departure time: 3.00 pm Return time: 9.00 pm Duration approx.: 6 h $112 student (with NZ student ID) $122 adult This multi-award winning, scheduled, daily, 'small group' tour departs from Dunedin city in the mid-afternoon for the Otago Peninsula wildlife 'hotspots'. The tour combines tourism and conservation in a symbiotic relationship and provides an absolutely unrivalled view of estuarine and marine wildlife. Knowledgeable guides will inform you of activity being viewed and visit places where the best possible viewing of Hooker's Sea lions, Yellow-eyed Penguins, Blue Penguins, a breeding colony of New Zealand Fur Seals and Royal Albatross can be had. A further 25-30 other estuarine and marine bird species are seen during the experience. Close up unobtrusive viewing from beach locations and strategically placed observation hides is guaranteed. Always take warm and waterproof clothes. Walking shoes or boots with heavy tread are recommended and necessary if conditions are wet. No close flash photography of penguins allowed, as this startles them.

MILFORD SOUND CRUISE Milford Sound Coach / Nature Cruise Day 5 The journey to Milford from Te Anau and is magnificent. The Milford Road (between Te Anau and Milford) is one of the finest alpine drives in the world. The scenery is exceptional, ranging from broad grassy flats, dense rainforest, Departure time: 7.00 am Return time: 8.00 pm Duration approx.: 13 h and towering mountains through to glacial lakes and alpine herb fields. No other road in Fiordland offers such a diverse glimpse into New Zealand s alpine zone. Real Journeys luxury coaches have been purpose built for travelling the Milford Road, incorporating the latest technology for comfort and safety. The seats are tiered and angled towards the windows to maximise your views, and the expansive glass roof provides breath taking sights of the snow-capped peaks. Real Journeys drivers have been selected for their experience and knowledge, and the schedule includes plenty of time for short nature walks and $104 child (up to 14yrs) photo opportunities along the way. Coach connections with Milford Sound daytime cruises combine a Scenic or Nature Daytime Cruise of Milford Sound with a drive over spectacular alpine roads in one of the luxury coaches. $207 adult (15yrs +)

MILFORD SOUND FLY Milford Sound Fly / Nature Cruise / Fly Day 5 This scenic flight connection between and Milford Sound is the ultimate way to experience the drama and vastness of New Zealand s outstanding alpine scenery. Follow a 40 minute flight over the Southern Alps with a leisurely 2hr - 2hr 30 mins Nature Cruise of Milford Sound out to the Departure time: 12.30 pm Return time: 5.10 pm Tasman Sea. Join the on board nature guide on deck to learn about and view wildlife, before flying back to. The aircraft are specifically designed for mountain flying and pilots are specially trained. You can choose to fly both ways or get the best of both worlds by flying back after travelling the spectacular overland route on Real Journeys luxury coach. Duration approx.: 4.5 h $525 adult (15yrs +)

DOUBTFUL SOUND CRUISE Doubtful Sound Cruise / Coach Day 5 Departure time: 7.15 am Return time: 8.15 pm Duration approx.: 13 h When you discover Doubtful Sound you will be struck by its silence a silence broken only by birdsong, or maybe the rushing of a distant waterfall. Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins as you cruise the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri a stunning lake renowned for its numerous islands and $163 child (up to 14yrs) $325 adult (15yrs +) Bring waterproof jacket, non-slip shoes/boots, warm sweater/fleece jacket, deserted beaches. Then it s over Wilmot Pass, on one of New Zealand s remotest and prettiest sub-alpine roads, stopping along the way to experience some of Fiordland s densest rainforest and to view Doubtful Sound glistening far below. On reaching Deep Cove, you will board the Patea Explorer, a spacious catamaran, for a three hour cruise that takes in the most dramatic scenery of Doubtful Sound. The nature guides provide an engaging commentary and point out highlights. Keep a look out for wildlife as bottlenose dolphins frequently swim alongside the vessel, fur seals bask on the rocks around the fiord and rare penguins can at times be observed. sunscreen/sunglasses, insect repellent and camera

BUNGY JUMP KAWARAU Bungy Jump from Kawarau Bridge (43m) Day 5 Departure time: 11.45 am Return time: 2.00 pm Duration approx.: 2 h The Kawarau Bridge Bungy - home to the original 43-metre Bungy Jump. If you've heard of Bungy, you've heard of Kawarau. The world's first and most infamous of leaps is still going strong, with tens of thousands Bungying each year.an outdoor adventure, beautiful scenery and extreme highs? At the world's best-loved Bungy site, you can choose from a number of options; topple over backwards, forwards, with another person, spin or somersault. Kawarau Bridge Bungy is also the only Bungy in where you can choose to bob above the water, touch it, or be fully immersed. (Includes a $155 child (up to 14yrs) $175 student (with NZ student ID) phenomenal life experience, personal challenge, transport and jump t-shirt) $205 adult (15yrs +) Requires secure covered footwear.

BUNGY JUMP NEVIS Bungy Jump Nevis Bridge (134m) Day 5 Departure time: 11.30 am Return time: 4.30 pm Duration approx.: 4.5 h $275 adult $245 student (with NZ student ID) Children 15 and under need to be accompanied by an adult. You must be wearing trainers or Want an outdoor adventure, beautiful scenery and extreme highs? Then the Nevis Highwire Bungy, 134m above the rugged Nevis River, combines all these elements into a mind blowing series of unforgettable events. With 8.5 seconds of falling its a breathtaking ground rush like no other. Come stand on the edge and face your fear in what is for many one of the greatest personal challenges of their life. Make no mistake, the Nevis Highwire Bungy is not for the nervous. Even just getting here is fun. Your Nevis Highwire Bungy expereince kicks off with a rugged 35 minute back-blocks 4x4 drive before your harnessed up, aboard a shuttle and crossing the canyon to the Bungy Pod. After arriving at the Bungy Pod you'll have time to come to grips with what you're about to do. Or not. Either way the emotional rollercoaster is part of what makes Bungy a truly unique personal challenge. Try it! believe it! and bask in the glory of your achievement. (Includes a phenomenal life experience, personal challenge, transport and jump t-shirt) boots - no sandals.

BUNGY JUMP LEDGE The Ledge Bungy (47m) Day 5 Departure time: 11.45 am Return time: 1.00 pm Duration approx.: 1 h $155 child (up to 14yrs) $175 student (with NZ student ID) $205 adult (15yrs +) + Gondola Ticket $24 child (up to 14yrs) $39 adult (15yrs +) Children 15 & under need to be accompanied by an adult. The Ledge Bungy is like no other, in that it comes equipped with a 'runway' to launch you out 400 metres over. Located at the Top of the Skyline Gondola. Transportation via Skyline Gondola, tickets available at the bottom of the Gondola, top of Brecon St. What makes this special is the Bungy harness which allows you to vary your Bungy Jump style; try a flip, twist, or numerous other options all designed to provide a different Bungy experience. Not convinced? Try doing this all at night with the lights of far below. A great after ski/ride option in the winter! There are over 10 ways to jump at the Ledge including the infamous Flying Squirrel, The Matrix, Backflip, The Karate Kid" and if you are extreme enough The Gainer. This Bungy allows you to enjoy the best views in as they slide past at a million miles an hour. (Includes a phenomenal life experience, personal challenge, transport and jump t-shirt) Requires secure covered footwear.

LEDGE SWING The Ledge Swing Day 5 Departure time: 11.15 am Return time: 1.00 pm Duration approx.: 2 h As the gondola goes up and up, you ll start to appreciate just how high above you re sitting. You re heading to the home of the Ledge Swing a stomach-dropper where you ll release the cord yourself to swing out past the people still heading up the mountain. $115 child (up to 14yrs) $135 student (with NZ student ID) $165 adult (15yrs +) $280 Ledge Bungy & Swing Combo + Gondola Ticket $24 child (up to 14yrs) $39 adult (15yrs +) Children 15 & under need to be accompanied by an adult. Requires secure covered footwear.

SKYDIVE NZONE Skydive Day 5 Departure time: 7.45 am Return time: 12.00 am Duration approx.: 4 h $299 adult (9,000ft) $359 adult (12,000ft) $459 adult (15,000ft) $199 photos & videos of skydive You need to wear comfortable clothing and covered shoes. Skydiving is a weather dependent activity and we will not know if we are flying until the day of the jump. NZone Skydive will provide all the gear necessary to Skydive. Harnessed by space age materials to an experienced qualified jump master. You step out that aircraft door at 15000ft into thin air and for some 60 seconds you plummet towards the ground at 200km/h. Your jump master will deploy the reinforced tandem parachute canopy controlling your entire skydive. Expect sensory overload as your mind/soul/body fight against every natural self-preservatory urge. The personal challenge in immense. Immense because the only thing preventing you from enjoying this, one of the most primal life shaping experience, is your own mind. You must choose. To go through life being able to say yes I did it, or to go through life knowing that you had the opportunity, but you turned it down and walked away from becoming the complete person you could have been.

RIVER RAFTING Shotover River White Water Rafting Day 6 Departure time: 8.25 pm Return time: 10.05 pm Duration approx.: 1.5 h $239 adult (16yrs +) Take the winding road up into Skippers Canyon, famous for it's incredible twists and turns, tight corners and exciting cliff edges. The journey into the canyon is part of the whole experience as the road has hardly changed since the days when the canyon was mined for gold. The Shotover River runs through Skippers Canyon and was one of the richest gold bearing rivers in the world. You will then meet your river guide before beginning your white water rafting journey through the spectacular Skippers Canyon. Rafting from Deep Creek over peaceful waters at first, you'll head towards the exhilarating rapids of the lower canyon. The adrenalin pumps as you paddle Rock Garden, Sharks Fin, Toilet, Pinball and Jaws to name but a few. Raft the 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel before shooting Cascade Rapid to complete your adventure. Before returning to, enjoy a sauna, hot shower and snack at Cavell's Rafting base. You ll need to bring your swimsuit and a towel.

HORSE RIDING Horseback Riding Day 6 Departure time: 9.20 am Return time: 12.00 am Duration approx.: 2.5 h Saddle up for a guided horse trek across the tussock-covered hills of Moonlight Country. Ride amongst the animals on a typical deer farm and enjoy the spectacular alpine views of the Remarkables and Coronet Peak ski area. The views will take your breath away. You'll enjoy seeing grazing elk and rare white fallow deer on the 800 acre Doonholme farm. $95 child (up to 14yrs) $120 adult (15yrs +) Sturdy shoes and long pants are a must for this ride. Safety helmets and Driazbone coats supplied.

SHOTOVER JET Shotover Jet Day 6 Get ready for the World's most exciting Jet Boat ride! Acknowledged as the World s most famous Jet Boat operation, Departure time: 9.15 am Return time: 11.30 pm Duration approx.: 2.5 h $89 child (up to 15yrs) $155 adult (16yrs +) many imitate Shotover Jet but for sheer excitement, no one comes close. Shotover Jet is the only company permitted to operate in the spectacular Shotover River Canyons. It's a thrilling ride - skimming past rocky outcrops at close range in your Shotover Jet 'Big Red', as you twist and turn through the narrow canyons at breath taking speeds. And a major highlight - hold tight for the world famous Shotover Jet full 360º spins! No visit to is complete without Catching the Canyons with award winning Shotover Jet, the World s most exciting Jet Boat ride and the only company permitted to operate in the spectacular Shotover River Canyons. Please dress warmly - hats, gloves, jackets, sunglasses and warm clothing are recommended. Life Jackets and full-length Spray Jackets are provided.

WILDERNESS SAFARI Dart River Wilderness Safari Day 6 The Wilderness Safari takes you on a spectacular 1 1/2 hour jet boat journey through the Dart s ever-changing braided river system, where you ll be surrounded by breathtaking snowcovered peaks, hidden valleys and waterfalls. It includes an Departure time: 12.20 pm Return time: 5.30 pm Duration approx.: 5 h easy guided 30-40 minute walk through the Heritage Trail at Paradise, where your knowledgeable guide will enliven your walk with an informative and entertaining commentary about the ancient native beech forest, the unique flora and fauna, as well as the fascinating Maori and colonial history of the area. You ll also journey by 4WD coach via a scenic back-road route, while hearing stories about the surrounding countryside and stopping to view scenery that has formed the epic backdrop for many international films, including The Lord of the Rings. $149 child (up to 15yrs) $249 adult (16yrs +)

CANYON SWING Shotover Canyon Swing Day 6 Shotover Canyon Swing is the world's highest swing. We have built a platform on the edge of a cliff 109m/360ft above the Shotover River. At the platform you are fitted into a seat and chest safety harness and connected to the jump ropes. This harnessing configuration keeps your arms and legs free Departure time: 1.15 pm Return time: 4.00 pm Duration approx.: 2.5 h throughout the journey and enabling you to safely depart the platform in any position imaginable. Gravity does the rest. Upon departing from the platform you'll have a pure freefall of 60m/200ft into the canyon before the ropes smoothly pendulum you to a giant swing arc of 200m/650ft at 150kph. The freefall/swing journey is so smooth you'll barely notice when you've finished freefalling and begun your swing. After a number of swings across the canyon you ll be winched swiftly back up to the platform. With over 70 different jumpstyles Shotover Canyon Swing can expertly manage the scariness for everyone from knitting nanas to adrenaline junkies. $249 child / adult

GLACIER HELI FLIGHT Helicopter Flight Franz Josef Glacier Franz Josef Day 8 Departure time: 8.30 am Return time: 11.00 am Duration approx.: 2.5 h Rarely does the opportunity arise to encounter such unique and jaw-dropping natural scenery. So what better way to fully appreciate the view than from a helicopter, where you can truly witness the vast scale and grandeur of New Zealand s infamous West Coast glaciers? $175 child (up to 14yrs) $250 adult (17yrs +) This flight explores the awe-inspiring ice falls of the Franz Josef Glaciers. The flight includes a snow landing, an excellent opportunity to really take in the surroundings and breathe the clean alpine air. Experience the seclusion of a snow landing in this largely inaccessible alpine region. Bring sunglasses, a light jacket or jumper, sturdy footwear and your camera. All flights are subject to minimum numbers & weather conditions.

PADDLE BOARDING Stand Up Paddle Boarding Westport Day 9 You love the sun? You like the ocean? Then hire a paddle board! On this easy 1.5h trip you will paddle down an estuary. A guide will show you where to go! Stand-up paddle boarding is Departure time: 7.30 am Return time: 9.00 am a fast-growing sport which combines a surfboard and a long one-handed paddle. It s a traditional Hawaiian sport which promotes balance, strength and general fitness. It s excellent for surfers and non-surfers alike, giving an isometric workout that strengthens core muscle groups, while being a fun and different way to see your natural surroundings. Duration approx.: 1.5 h $40 child / adult

SURFING Surf Lesson Westport Day 9 You love the sun? You want to have fun? You like the ocean? Then book a surf lesson! Surfing is a great activity for both your body and your soul. The 3 hours surf lesson includes coach, wetsuit and a board. Departure time: 7.30 am Return time: 10.30 am Duration approx.: 3 h $80 child / adult