4.7 Stars (336 reviews)
Good, really enjoyed it
Ultimate North Island Adventure, January 1970
4.7 Stars (1725 reviews)
It is impossible to capture the Outh Island in only a week but this trip had so many different experiences that one could get a taste of the marvels of the South Island. Hiking, kayaking, biking, flights, optional heli-hiking, forests, coastline, mountains and of course, Milford Sound. If your time is limited, this is a great introduction to the magic that is new Zealand.
Classic South Island Adventure, January 1970
4.8 Stars (22 reviews)
Our guide Marco "Tex" Fallas made Costa Rica come alive for my family and me. From the moment Tex picked us up his energy, enthusiasm, knowledge and love for Costa Rica inspired us all. We learned so much about the culture, history, flora and fauna while enjoying great food and adventures. Each of the four of us had different favorite activities: My husband particularly loved the ocean-side lunch at Miriam's house. One of my 15 year old twins can't stop talking about snorkeling at the Whale's Tale. Our other twin thought surfing lessons with Dennis at the perfect sandy bottom Pacific beach was the hi light. And I couldn't get enough of the amazing birding everywhere we went. Tex is an ornithologist and studied under and has worked with the man who literally wrote the book on Costa Rica birding. ("The Birds of Costa Rica A Field Guide" by Richard Garrigues and Robert Dean). Our patient, alert and unflappable driver, Worner completed the team. Worner had a great eye and spotted squirrel monkeys, sloths, toucans and even frogs while driving. He would alert Tex who would say, "Perfecto!" The van would be pulled over on the side of the road, Tex would grab his scope and lead us all in a mini impromptu lesson or adventure. We cannot wait to return to Costa Rica and plan to do it again with Tex and Worner and Austin Adventures.
Costa Rica Guanacaste Family Vacation, January 1970
4.6 Stars (825 reviews)
I’d been planning to do this trip for years and it was even better than I imagined it would be. We clearly had the A++ guide team with Luke and Elder. They were always on top of all the details and full of positivity and good cheer. Their knowledge and thoughtful consideration of our individual needs was remarkable. And their cooking was fine restaurant quality. The ground we covered (on our feet and the van) provided a great overview of the diversity of the South Island, from the tropical coast to the raw Alps to the striking beauty of Fiordland. The overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound was a real highlight. I enjoyed the range of accommodations, from the luxurious to the rustic. On many tracks, we hardly saw other people and the choice on times to walk on the more crowded tracks meant that we saw relatively few on many of those. The hikes were challenging even though I’m in pretty good condition - it felt like a real accomplishment to do some of them, but they were well worth the momentary struggles! I can’t imagine and more beautiful and flawlessly executed trip!
Milford Track Adventure, January 1970
4.7 Stars (336 reviews)
Though the weather was not cooperating, the trip was wonderful, and I enjoyed it very much. It was unfortunate that we could cruise to the Poor Knights Islands and snorkel there, but we managed to swim in the ocean and in warm waterfalls, do lots of hiking in the mountains, tropical forests, and along the coastlines, as well as enjoy Waitomo caves adventure.
Ultimate North Island Adventure, January 1970
4.7 Stars (4482 reviews)
The exploration of the South Island was absolutely amazing. I love every minute of it exploring coastlines and tropical forests, lakes and mountains, wildlife and plants, vineyards and fiords.
Ultimate South Island Adventure, January 1970
4.7 Stars (4482 reviews)
The South Island is spectacular, and our guides and adventures with Active made it even more incredible!! The hikes and activities were fun, well-prepared, organized, and awesome/challenging/100% doable. I did not want the trip to end! Truly an incredible experience, can't wait to go back.
Ultimate South Island Adventure, January 1970
4.7 Stars (4482 reviews)
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
Ultimate South Island Adventure, January 1970