Haka Tours

10/10 experience for me : the locations we have visited, the country, the friendly and knowledgeable guide (Connor), the friendly group, the people back at the office were also helpful and efficient. The whole experience has been excellent from booking (the website provides good information and gives everything you need to know for your trip, and makes your booking really easy) to the last day of the tour. As a solo traveler I highly recommend this experience as you get to see so much of NZ with lovely people.

This was a great way to start our first day in Lima! Learning about local places, history, and food was so much fun with Cesar. He did an outstanding job speaking both English and Spanish so everyone could fully participate. Chef Manuel and his assistant Sharol(?) made the cooking process seamless.

You can't go wrong choosing Haka Tours to introduce you to New Zealand (or show you things you've never seen, if you've been there before). Well organized from the first click on their website months before the tour until the last moment I spent in their company. Fun and friendly staffers both at the office and on the tour (and running their lodges dotted throughout NZ). Had many amazing experiences on my 24 day "epic" adventure with them - a bunch were included in the tour price. Their optional add-ons are all the ones you'd want to do, and they work with great vendors to make these a lot of fun and to get the most for your money. Saw firsthand how by maintaining good relationships with these 3rd party vendors sometimes gave Haka tour guests priority over others at the same venue (and sometimes even our own private adventures!) There was a lot of flexibility built into the tour, as well as time to do things on your own. If you are fortunate enough to be on a tour with Daz as your guide, you are in for the time of your life! A native Kiwi (the whole operation is NZ owned and operated), Daz knew things and took us places that I imagine other tours would miss, and these were some of the most memorable times on the tour. And he's delightful as hell, and juggled all of the personalities on the bus like a master. I'm sure all of their guides are great, but I am partial to this particular charmer. This tour far exceeded my gigantic expectations in every way. I'd give 25 stars if that were an option.

Just did the 10 day Southern Pioneer tour, with the awesome George as our guide and it was by far the best experience! First time solo travelling outside of Aus and we were so lucky with the beautiful group, but also the amount of beautiful scenery and activities we did. George was very warm, welcoming, down to earth and relaxed and he most definitely made the experience enjoyable. I absolutely loved the trip and would do it in a heartbeat again, highlight was the 2 night glamping experience on Wanaka, loved having the property to ourselves! Some discrepancies between Intrepid’s itinerary but nothing major. Loved the greenstone carving that was extra special! Could not fault the smoothness of the trip and the accommodation was fantastic! Especially in Lake Tekapo/Lake Ohau - the lodge was lovely and would have been nice to stay an extra night there actually. Special props to George for providing daily Māori word of the day’ and giving us such a wonderful, memorable experience.

I had the absolute time of my life on the 16 Day Amplified Tour. I went to New Zealand with pretty high expectations for the country, my adventure, and Haka Tours. Well my expectations were not only met, but BLOWN AWAY. This was my first time out of the US and I figured I'd go big. I spent Christmas and New Years in New Zealand with a group of amazing people from all over the world. We were under the care of the extremely knowledgeable (and funny) Daz. From cancelled activities, to a particular demand of orange juice in the breakfast box (ha! eyeroll), to minor mishaps along the way, Daz handled it all with patience and care. Inclement weather may cancel an event but Daz would always have backup plans on backup plans. Haka Tours is absolutely the way to go, I cannot imagine seeing New Zealand any other way. Their staff behind the scenes do amazing work and ensure you are prepared no matter how far in advance you might be booking your trip. I absolutely recommend Haka Tours and I recommend you do all the high adrenaline activities, bungy, hot air balloon, and paragliding... all were out of this world. Thank you Haka Tours, and New Zealand - I will be back.

I did The Epic NZ tour for 23 days and it was the best decision I could make! We had awesome Lizzie as a guide the whole time, who was extremely knowledgeable and funny. Heaps of extra activities for everyone. HAKA tours is one of the best way how to explore NZ if you don't have much time! Maybe it's little bit more expensive BUT worth every single penny! I would highly recommend them and would do a tour with them again! I had simply EPIC time on EPIC Island(s).

A fab time had all round, especially impressive considering it was a ski tour and there was not a lot of snow! Connor and the guys kept it flexible and relaxed so that we could make the best of the conditions, whilst squirreling away in the background to keep everything moving smoothly and making it feel effortless. A really friendly and laid back attitude helped the whole group mesh well and get the most from our trip. Thanks guys, it was a corker ☺️☺️