Challenge Week 2009

 




 

 

 

Queenstown ,  New Zealand Experience

Click here for the blog and photos of New Zealand Adventure 2009

Click here for a short video about happenings during the week.

The scenic beauty of the South Island is simply jaw-dropping making it one of the world's most stunning regions. Here is a taste of what you will be doing.   Fiordland and Milford Sounds are home to some of the most beautiful day/multiday walks in the world. These included the famous Routeburn Track and Milford track. We will be completing a one day walk in this area and may even walk part of the aforementioned tracks.  This is also a chance to take part in a service activity- Takahe Bird Conservation Project. What better way to explore the sounds and fiords than by boarding our private charter boat? An overnight cruise on board the Milford Wanderer is a unique adventure. With our nature guide and friendly crew, we will cruise the full length of the fiord. Keep a lookout for wildlife, especially fur seals basking on the rocks. There is plenty of time available for you to go exploring in the kayaks and tender craft. As the shadows deepen the Milford Wanderer returns under sail to Harrison Cove for the night.  In our cosy saloon we will enjoy a delicious meal before sleeping on board the yacht in our bunk room accommodation. What a day!Our guides will introduce New Zealand flora and fauna as we explore off trail New Zealand . Take your seat in the powerful Shotover Jetboat and be ready for the Shotover Jet experience. It’s an adrenaline rush you’ll never forget! From the moment the accelerator hits the floor, your adrenaline hits the roof as you power through the Shotover River and deep into the Shotover River canyons! It^s an amazing ride, as the Shotover Canyon walls tower over you, and your driver skillfully whips the boat past rocky outcrops, and skims around crags and boulders. You will also have a once in a lifetime opportunity to ride the actual horses that featured in Lord of the Rings movies! There is a range of horses available to accommodate all riders, from first timers to those who have been riding all their life! You will be transported to Middle-Earth astride your own steed! Probably the most scenic horse rides in the world, and a must for The Lord of the Rings' fans. Skyline Luge – it’s 800 metres of fast-paced freedom.Burn it up on the fast track or cruise sedately down the scenic track.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ACTIVITIES OUTLINE

Creativity: Bone carving, art glass, painting, Maori Cultural Show

Action: Mountain Biking, Lord of the Rings Horse Trekking, Bungy Tour and Optional Bungy Jump*, Alpine Adventure (Rock Climbing and Mountain Walk), Luge, Ledge Sky Swing , Overnight Expedition and Camp Out in Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound Sailing Charter on Milford Wanderer. Kayaking with Dolphins, Overnight on Milford Wanderer Boat, Milford Walk, Te Anau Glow Worm Caves, Shotover Jet Boat Experience

Service:   Environmental Service Project  (Takahe Rescue)

* Extra payment


“For Challenge Week 08, I went on the New Zealand Adventure trip which I truly believe to be one of the greatest experiences I've had so far.”—
Oliver Leung 6U3 

 

“New Zealand has been such a wonderful experience. When I came home, I felt like I have just had a very long dream, everything seemed surreal. Every single detail of the trip was worth it and I would do anything to go back in the rain and mud and have another camp out with my new friends. “– Cynthia  Lok  11E

 

Cost Per Student

$20,000 Approx

Number of places available

50

Open to which year groups

8 – 13

For enquiries, please contact Mr Jury (kane.jury@kgv.edu.hk) and Mrs Palmer (emma.palmer@kgv.edu.hk).