New Zealand: Active South Island Expedition
Join a gay group on a “sweet as” LGBT New Zealand South Island adventure.
It should come as no surprise Sir Edmund Hillary—one of the first two men to ever surmount Everest—was a proud Kiwi. On this LGBTQ New Zealand South Island adventure we’ll explore Hillary’s very own backyard, hiking the same mountains, gorges and temperate rainforests the famous mountaineer did. And for the real adrenaline junkies, we’ll have the opportunity to bungee jump and/or hang glide in Queenstown, aka The Adventure Capital of the World. Now what’s the Māori word for “yeehaw”?
2026 adventure
Quick Facts
- Who's it for? LGBTQ+ folks, friends & family
- Countries visited: New Zealand
- Duration: 9 Nights/10 Days
- Starts in: Christchurch, New Zealand
- Ends in: Queenstown, New Zealand
- Group size: Min 6; max 13
- Accommodations: 4-star hotels as well as one night aboard a ship.
- Physical Rating: 3.5/5
- Theme: Active
- Activities: Hiking,Hot Springs,Swimming
- 2026 Pricing: February 15-24, 2026 (From $7,495 USD)*
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy. All prices and itineraries are subject to change without prior notice. Reservations are subject to availability.
ITINERARY
- Day 1 Christchurch
- Day 2 Tekapo
- Day 3 Tekapo
- Day 4 Wanaka
- Day 5 Wanaka
- Day 6 Gibbston Valley
- Day 7 Milford Sound
- Day 8 Queenstown
- Day 9 Queenstown
- Day 10 Departure
HIGHLIGHTS
- Journey into the immense surroundings of the Fiordland National Park on an overnight Milford Sound cruise
- Enjoy epic hikes through mountains, gorges and moss-covered temperate rainforests
- Discover vibrant Christchurch on a private walking tour
- Traverse three swing bridges on the way to see picturesque icebergs, glaciers and majestic mountains
- Witness the Omarama Clay Cliffs which feature sharp pinnacles and ravines cut by ancient glaciers
- Savour world-class vintages while staying overnight at a winery in Gibbston
- Enjoy optional activities such as the steaming Tekapo Springs
- Harness up for an optional waterfall climbing experience in quiet Wanaka
- Snap a selfie at the scenic summit of Mount John
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*Prices are per person based on double occupancy. All prices and itineraries are subject to change without prior notice. Reservations are subject to availability.
