Physical Requirements
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Pacing
- 6 locations in 15 days with one 1-night stay; 1 internal flight of about 2 hours; 4 drives of 2-8 hours
- International flights from Los Angeles to Auckland depart around midnight, losing one day en route as you cross the International Date Line, regained on the return trip, and 1 internal flight
- Airport transfers in Auckland take approximately 1 hour
Physical Requirements
- Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids
- You must be able to walk 2-3 miles unassisted and participate in 4-6 hours of physical activities each day
- Agility and balance are required for embarking boats in Milford Sound
- We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
- You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe, however animals may behave unpredictably or dangerously at times. Please use caution when interacting with animals on this trip: Keep a safe distance, stay alert, and respect the animals
Climate
- Daytime temperatures range from 40-80°F depending on time of year
- New Zealand’s climate is mostly temperate: December-February are the warmest months, May-September are the coolest months; weather conditions can change quickly
Terrain & Transportation
- We’ll travel over city streets on foot, with occasional uphill walks along uneven rocky mountain terrain
- Travel by 21-passenger coach and 20-150 passenger boats
- 4 overland drives 2-8 hours long; 1 internal flight
- 1 cruise of 45 minutes, 1 overnight cruise in Milford Sound
Accommodations & Facilities
- Hotel rooms are smaller than those in the U.S. and offer simple amenities
- All accommodations feature private bathrooms