The Island Hills - 1 Day 4WD Adventure Trip

The Island Hills is a full-day journey into one of the Hurunui’s most striking high-country stations. This experience offers a rare opportunity to explore expansive hill country, remote valleys, rivers, and elevated viewpoints, all while gaining insight into the land, its history, and the rhythms of station life.

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You’ll journey deep into Island Hills Station, where the landscape unfolds into rolling hills, open tussock country, and sweeping views across the surrounding ranges. With minimal development and a true sense of remoteness, this is high country at its most authentic.

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Throughout the day, your guide will share stories of the station’s history, farming life, and the natural environment. We climb challenging terrain, accessing elevated viewpoints that offer outstanding opportunities for photography and quiet appreciation of the landscape, and traverse dense beech forests and rocky mountain rivers.

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Keep an eye out for native birdlife, livestock moving across the hills, and seasonal wildlife that call this vast landscape home. There is time for gentle walks, photography, and simply taking in the scale and stillness of the landscape.

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A hosted morning tea is enjoyed in a scenic setting, providing an opportunity to relax and take in the views. Later, a freshly prepared lunch is provided, allowing you to refuel while surrounded by the quiet beauty of the high country.

Designed with a relaxed pace and small-group feel, The Island Hills is ideal for those seeking an authentic New Zealand countryside experience—rich in scenery, space, and connection to the land—all in a single unforgettable day.

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Inclusions:

• Guided access through Island Hills Station

• Hosted morning tea

• Catered lunch

• Knowledgeable local guide

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Vehicle and Experience Requirement:

• On & Off-Road travel

• Low Ratio Vehicle required

• Accessible for those with minimal 4WD experience

 

Ideal For:

• Guests wanting an off-road, authentic high-country experience

• Nature lovers & photographers

• Couples and small groups

• Cruise passengers and day visitors