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"Kahurangi Guided Walks takes the stress for you by organising an excellent trip which is great value for money. That way you get the freedom to enjoy the experience in our case the 'Abel Tasman'. We are keen to do other tramps on offer in total confidence that they will be equally interesting and well run." - Pam and Ray (NZ)
"The company is 'awesome' with Jenni an absolute giver and Leo's knowledge on plants makes the trip absolutely memorable. Yahoo!" - Big Mac (NZ) "From time of booking to delivery back to airport, the whole time was well organised, attentive and went without a hitch. Old Ghost Road is the best walk ever. Every day bought a new dimension." - Anon (NZ) "The Heaphy Track experience with Kahurangi Guided Walks was way above my expectation and the guides were fantastic." - Tony (NZ) "We had an exceptional experience with Kahurangi Guided Walks. Energetic and passionate guides, fabulous food, nice DOC huts and a simply stunning hike. Bring your togs!" - Danielle (NZ) "KGW is perfect for would-be walkers who need that little bit of extra encouragement and support to get out on the track. With local transport and delicious meals provided, walking the Heaphy Track became so much more do-able, realising a long-help ambition. Thanks very much Jenni and team!" - Helen (NZ) "Fantastic experience." - Glenda (NZ) "Professional tour guides/operators that did everything to make our trip enjoyable - thanks Taj and Jenni for the awesome experience." - Jo (NZ) "The guide was excellent and the organisation of the food, the timings, the transport etc was excellent too. It took all the hassle from us and we felt very pampered, embarrassingly so at times when other people in the huts looked on with envy." - Helen (NZ) "Local knowledge invaluable, every effort taken to make your trip memorable, enjoyable and easy. Great 5 days with very special people in an especially fantastic part of NZ." - Di (NZ) "It was a fantastic day walk, so worthwhile. Jenni has so much local knowledge to share. The scenery on the walk was spectacular and the northern end of the Abel Tasman is not to be missed." - Kristen (Australia) "Over all our KGW trip exceeded all our expectations. Planning was helped with excellent advice from Jenni. Organisation was to perfection in all areas, food, protection, accommodation, information on local fauna and history. A huge factor for us was all necessities for each day was taken care of, which left us stress free and able to get the best out of our adventure. Thank you Taj and Jenni." - Estelle & Neville (NZ) "Thanks Jenni and Taj for a must do experience. Up there with one of the most memorable trips ever." - Anon "Very professional staff. Speedy reply to emails. We enjoyed the trip very much. Very informative, and delicious food. Thanks Jenni." - Kirsten (Australia) "The Heaphy is a must do for all New Zealanders and visitors, and Kahurangi Guided Walks enhance that experience. Great team managing logistics and support, passionate about the walk and the National Park and understand the many reasons people are on the walkand what they want to achieve. Highly recommend this enthusiastic and well organised company." - Viv (NZ) "Jenni is a fantastic guide!" - Anon "Some of the most beautiful scenery of any walk we have done and a fantastic job by Taj to look after us so well. When you know that most of the work on the track (Old Ghost Road) was done by volunteers, it is incredible." - Dennis (Australia) "Blue toadstools, rata blooming, orchids hanging from the trees, moss that thinks it's a tree. Robins dancing at your feet, wekas stealing your lunch - flora and fauna in abundance. Fantastic information and food - you couldn't ask for more when you travel with Kahurangi Guided Walks." - Warwick (NZ) "Jenni and Taj are two of the most helpful, friendly, supportive tour guides you could ever hope to find in an amazingly beautiful and friendly place like NZ." - Clinton (UK) "We loved our second Abel Tasman trip with KGW. This time led by Jenni and Taj who were sincere, trustful and friendly guides. We'd highly recommend them to others wishing to visit the beautiful Abel Tasman." - Bruce & Prue (NZ) "Taj, Tess and Jenni are amazing guides - very personable, knowledgeable and respectful of the environment and people. One (of the many) highlights was the delicious and nourishing food that was provided - much appreciated by us all." - Jo Davies (NZ) "Doing the Heaphy with Kahurangi Guided Walks is a highlight of my life - great people, great scenery, great organisation. Excellent value for money. We'll be doing the Old Ghost Road with Kahurangi Guided Walks as soon as we can." - Meriel (NZ) "This is probably the best way to do the iconic Heaphy Track walk and get the maximum return on your effort." - Dick Roe (Australia) "We've just completed the Heaphy Explorer with Jenni, and it's been an awesome experience. Jenni's attention to detail, her meals and snacks, and the information she shared along the track was just tops. The weather matched Jenn's sunny disposition, and made it an unforgettable adventure. Thank you." - Keith and Sheryl (NZ) "Kahurangi Guided Walks make it possible for me to do multi-day tramps (the Heaphy Track and Old Ghost Road) in my sixties. The reduced pack weight makes hiking a pleasure instead of an endurance test. We were well cared for at every stage and spoilt with wholesome, nutritious food." - J.W. (NZ) “Walking the Heaphy Track with an experienced guide gave us great confidence, especially when the heavens opened. We were always fully briefed for the day’s walk and shown plants and animals we might otherwise have missed. The icing on the cake was having fresh produce cooked for us by our chef, Taj, who along with Jenni, carried all the food. Thank you Taj & Jenni for a truly memorable adventure.” – Elizabeth and Mike (UK) “Jenni & Taj are awesome! They are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable and make great guides. And the food they prepare is amazing.” – Michael (USA) “A very memorable trip and it has made me want to keep tramping and do more of the other walks around New Zealand.” - Georgia (NZ) “A well thought out and memorable trip. The stress of total planning was removed and the extra benefit was the local knowledge of Taj and his attention to all detail. The home baked “goodies” were a luxury.” – Shirley (NZ) “Taj & Jenni are very knowledgeable; extremely helpful in planning and organizing; and very patient. They shared their enthusiasm and passion for the region.” "Best tour I ever walked. Great and knowledgeable guide. I learned a lot about NZ, it's forests and birds." - Gundolf (Germany) “I did really appreciate the positive nurturing received at just the right times. Also the care taken with meals and that the ‘chef’ ensured all were served and satisfied before he ate himself. Thank you for the encouragement and support I really needed to get me to the end of the track. I am very happy to have walked the Heaphy track for the 3rd and final time. Thank you Jenni & Taj.” – Gabrielle (NZ) “As a couple in our mid-70s Gabrielle & I appreciated the real caring effort you made to give us a safe and comfortable experience of the Heaphy. The quantity and quality of food you prepared for us far exceeded our expectations, and was a highlight. When the heavy rains came and the streams were rising we were unconcerned, knowing that we were well guided.” - Dan (NZ) “Absolutely loved the Heaphy Track 5 day tramp, a trip we’ll never forget. The Kahurangi Guided Walks team took care of all the arrangements which made a trip such as this possible, especially as we are visiting from overseas on holiday. Thank you, guys, you were brilliant!” - V & J (UK) "If you fancy a multi-day hike but hate preparation, carrying heavy packs and worry about safety/lone travelling, Kahurangi Guided Walks is for you. Excellent value as food is natural, nutritious and very filling. It's carried for you, cooked for you and the guides are interesting, knowledgeable, and look after you every step. Wouldn't do it any other way." - Veronica (UK) “Taj was a splendid guide and we had complete confidence in him. He was totally organized, understanding, informative, and unflappable. He kept producing food surprises like a magician producing rabbits from a hat. We had a great trip!” – John (UK) “Carrying a light pack without food made walking the Heaphy Track possible for me and also enjoyable. The guide’s knowledge of the track, the plants, and the bird life were excellent and enhanced the experience. Hiking with a group was fun too.” J.W. (NZ) “Great mix of being well organized but also very relaxed. Love that you are so flexible about your trips. Love that you support and advocate for local businesses and activities. Thanks for offering such great vegetarian options and home cooking.” – Ali (NZ) “Awesome trek, displaying the wild West Coast of NZ at it’s rugged best after it takes you cross country through hills & valleys, across rivers & through forests from Golden Bay through the amazing Kahurangi National Park.” – Bernie (Australia) "The Heaphy is one of the best walks in NZ. Having Kahurangi Guided Walks carry our food, prepare our meals and keep us interested in history, flora and fauna was a huge bonus and engaged our party of five late 60 year olds to undertake this demanding but very rewarding tramp." - John (UK) “Great Walk, Great People, Best Times.” – Pieter (S Africa) “I came without much knowledge and I leave as a friend of this unique country”. Ulfert (Germany) “Had all the ‘W’s’ – wonderful walk, wonderful food, wonderful company”. “I was looking for a week away from everything. Walking the Heaphy with an interesting group of people was perfect. Your love of the outdoors was inspiring as I learned heaps.” – Frances (NZ) “We found the Heaphy Track interesting , untouched, and a great tramp. The guides were excellent.” "Having a personal guide for the 5 of us increased immensely our enjoyment and ability to cope with any setbacks or physical difficulties. Ending a long day tramp with a tasty meal cooked for us helped relieve the tiredness and made the evenings much more enjoyable. It was reassuring that the guide was very competent in tending to our cuts and bruises - well equipped and knowledgeable." - Jenny and Brian (NZ) "It was a very personal and unique guidance. Great experience! I have learned a lot about New Zealand's plants, animals (birds) and culture." - Sylvia (Germany) “Good guide, great few days, well looked after, treated all as individuals.” "We have just had a wonderful 5 days on the Heaphy Track with Kahurangi Guided Walks. The track is magical, Taj & Jenni are so lovely and dedicated, everything was well organized, there was food and abundance and the whole experience has left us buzzing and eager to take on another of their adventures." - Jenny & Peter (NZ) "You guys are really good. We're pretty experienced trampers but what you have gave us enabled us to complete the Heaphy without stress or tension, and enjoy a diverse wonderful environment with comparative ease." - Clive (NZ) "Your care and support allowed us to dally and make the most of the Heaphy journey - great track, wonderful scenery, superb food and the opportunity to learn a lot along the way." - Clelia (NZ) |
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