Reviews

A guide with a passion

7th May 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mark is a guide with the passion and love of nature of the most serene back country trip you will ever experience. Words cannot express the mountain and lake views. A great way to experience... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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8th May 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Hi. I have to say that my passion comes from simply being able to live here in Wanaka, I appreciate what we have here is very special and being able to share our incredible environment with like... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

This is a great tour!

30th April 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

After arriving in pouring rain the day prior, we were contacted to start our tour a little later that day for the roads to dry a bit as this day was a beautiful sunny day. We are so glad we did! This...

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Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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2nd May 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

John is loving the job. He's been busy all summer for us and his "sweet as (s) " catch phrase has been echoing round the mountains all summer too. Thanks for choosing us and for you wonderful... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

The Alpine cafe with the best views

17th April 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

We spent our last morning in Wanaka on the Ridgeline Tour with Mark. It was an amazing trip so glad we managed to do it as the scenery was just beautiful, with the added bonus of being the only... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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20th April 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Hi There We really enjoy taking families out to explore Wanaka's pure nature, especially when there is 3 generations !!! Thanks again for choosing us and for your very kind words. Regards Mark... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

Amazing afternoon

8th April 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was a little bit worried about this tour as we have two kids ages 11 and 13 and sometimes with these tours they can get a little bored. Well, John took care of that, he did an amazing job keeping... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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12th April 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thanks very much. Great to know you agree with us that our safaris are perfect for the whole family. There is something for everyone. So glad you all enjoyed your time with John. All the best. ... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

Highlight of our NZ Trip

1st April 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

We booked the Wild Hills 4WD Safari and had an amazing time with John. It was 4 hours of great sights, information, and pure fun! John was a superb and wonderful guide. The tour was more than what we...

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Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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4th April 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

WOW, the highlight of your NZ trip!! That's impressive, thank you!! John is walking around with a VERY big smile on his face today....He had a great time with you all too. Thank you!! Regards Mark... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

What a rush! So much fun!

26th March 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

We had an absolutely, totally amazing time on our Ridgeline Adventure. Mark picked us up at our B&B with a smile and after picking up one more couple we were buzzing down the road in his Land Rover....
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Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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30th March 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Hi there, It is a rush isn't it! Getting the opportunity to explore a real, working farm combined with incredible scenery and fascinating history does make for a wonderful day. So glad you both... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

Wine Tasting Tour

21st March 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

We dis the half day wine tour. They take you from your hotel to several wineries and tasting different wines and finally to a food and wine tasting. What was specially pleasing was our guide and host... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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23rd March 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

HI There Thanks for your comments, Glad to hear you enjoyed your day with John, he is a wealth of local knowledge and he knows where all the best vineyards are too!! I hope you enjoyed the remainder... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

Incredible safari with the best views

18th March 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

We went on a 4WD safari with another couple and we didn't expected to see such astonishing landscape. Usually when you look at a flyer, you always think the pictures are done by a pro, or are located... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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20th March 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Hi there, Great to know our promo photos live up to the real thing!! We think our Wild Hills Safari showcases the very reason people come to NZ, to truely experience pure nature, mountain and lake... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

Great Wine Tour

24th February 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

We went out with Mark on the Boutique Wine Tour last week and had a great time, we learnt lots about the area and really enjoyed the stop off at the fruit stall! All the wineries were great, loved the... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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27th February 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Hi there We really appreciate your feedback and glad you enjoyed your experience with us however I am sorry that you felt the price was an issue for you. I would be very interested to see the... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

So Much Fun!

21st February 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Four of us went with John on the Wild Hills 4WD Safari in January and had a wonderful tour. John has so much information to share and a great sense of humor to go along with it. He had us laughing at...

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Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut

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22nd February 2013

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Hi there So glad you enjoyed your safari with John!! Sounds like you had lots of laughs with him. I'm sure you chose a fitting location to enjoy the Pinot! Thank you again . Regards Mark... read more »

Review by: Drickettsus, Stamford, Connecticut