Our Hutbook

A guestbook, known as a hutbook, can be found in each of the over 800 Department of Conservation (DOC) huts scattered throughout New Zealand's national parks. One of the highlights of staying at these public huts is thumbing through the well-worn books containing the thoughts, thanks, wisdom and musings of the many travellers who have walked the same path and stopped to jot down a few words by candlelight. We've compiled our own hutbook of sorts from the notes and pictures we've received from clients who have taken our trips.

Click through here to visit our photo gallery featuring lots more pictures from our trips!

Click here to read what our previous clients
have said about their guides!

"This trip combined an element of difficulty and challenge with comfortable accommodation, good food and ease of transporation around the country with luggage. At all times I felt safe and looked after although there was an element of freedom and personal choice in what you did most days. It wasn't like a package holiday where you get herded around. You actually get out into the country and are able to experience the scenery close up and do activities you might not have tried at home. For an active person who wants more from a holiday it's perfect, especially if you're single and want a great holiday with like minded people."
Carolyn Arnold (Cardiff, United Kingdom) June 2008 Winter Rimu

"This was the trip of a lifetime. Going alone to New Zealand I was initially nervous, but this trip gave me the chance to meet other like-minded people and enjoy the beauty of such an amazing country. The activities were diverse, the accommodation lovely, the food brilliant, the guides friendly and knowledgeable making RIMU ACTIVE NEW ZEALAND all in all a great trip!!!"
Jayne Moyle (Queensland, Australia) April 2008 Rimu

"When people ask, 'What was your favorite part?,' I cannot come up with a single answer. The Tui trip was one of those experiences that I can't put into words. I've come away with a new love for another part of the world, some truly amazing experiences, and some life-long friendships. It has re-affirmed my belief that it is not the destination but the journey. Thank you for the great journey."
Elizabeth Beck (Texas, USA) March 2008 Tui

"We had a very dynamic,vigorous and exciting time in just five days on the Kauri trip. Would recommend to my friends without a flinch."
Daniel Beildeck and Marcia Maristela Scalco (Brazil) March 2008 Kauri

"My experience with Active New Zealand was first rate and my next tour will be with them also. Days are full of adventure with amazing scenery, food is plentiful and delicious, accommodations are unique with loads of character and the guides, top notch. I highly recommend an ACTIVE trip and will be back for sure!"
Janine Liebert (California, USA) March 2008 Xtreme Rimu

"The Hoiho trip was just what the doctor ordered. I couldn't wait for the next day and next adventure. Seeing the Southern part of the South Island was unbelievable and the Hump Ridge Track is not to be missed."
Josh Mitzen (Illinois, USA) February 2008 Hoiho

"I loved Rimu with ACTIVE (2005) so much that that I decided to do Manuka with you this year. It was an amazing and memorable trip permanently etched in my brain. I am ready for my next ACTIVE trip!"
Ashwini Ravindran (California, USA) February 2008 Manuka

"We had the best time! The guides were outstanding, the activities were diverse and suited to the whole family, the accomodations were clean and located on the off-beaten track, the views were breathtaking/spectacular, each days' activities were new and exciting. Thank you. We have already recommended the trip to friends here at home (they had better not go without us!). We would love to do another Active New Zealand trip."
Paula, Kerry, Ryan and Jenna Curtis (British Columbia, Canada) February 2008 Kea Family