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Outdoor Adventuring on the Spectacular South Island Moderate Hiking & "Sports" Adventure Overview hiking over varying terrain including some steep mountain pitches (3-6 hours hiking on most days)…other optional activities include river rafting, kayaking, jetboating, mountain biking, and bungy jumping…overland touring by van or minibus, mostly on paved roads Trip Length 16 days Itinerary/Days   1-3: Christchurch, New Zealand/ Kaikoura/ Swim with dolphins   4-6: Marlborough Sounds / Abel Tasman National Park / Nelson Lakes   7-9: Paparoa National Park / Fox Glacier   10-12: Fiordland / Mt. Aspiring National Park / Queenstown   13-16: Milford Sound / Routeburn Track / Depart Lodging 13 nights in historic inns and beautiful cottages, 2 nights in mountain hut Meals all meals except 1 lunch and dinner

New Zealand's South Island was made for adventure! Join us in discovering a land where glittering snow-capped peaks and glaciers plunge into verdant rainforest, and deep fjords carve their way through some of the wildest and most idyllic landscapes on earth. Adventuring across this natural playground, we swim with wild dolphins in Kaikoura, hike along the famed Routeburn Track, venture onto the ice of impressive Fox Glacier, and cruise through majestic Milford Sound. Along the way we can take part in many other activities, from whitewater rafting to bungy jumping. Come find out why we call this adventure "Serious Fun!"

Departure Dates   1: Jan 19 - Feb 3, 2003   2: Feb 16 - Mar 3   3: Mar 2 - 17   3: Mar 16 - 31   1: Nov 9 - 24   2: Dec 21 - Jan 5, 2004   2: Feb 1 - 16, 2004   3: Mar 14 - 29, 2004

COST Land Cost cost/per person, based on double occupancy 6-9 members 10-12 members   $3995 $3595   Single Supplement: $575 (limited availability)