Is there a single supplement for this trip? How much extra?

For the Kaka Tour, travellers can choose to book just the twinshare option, in which we would then room them with another traveller of the same sex on the tour. Or, if they preferred their own room they can upgrade to a solo, for an extra NZ$1,070.00. But its not compulsory to upgrade if they don't want to.

would you be able to skip this if you had to catch a flight?

Absolutely, you could leave earlier on the 2nd of November if you needed to. The tour will get into Christchurch on the 1st of November, and you'll have accommodation included that night. But you are welcome to leave whenever you need based on fights, onwards travel plans etc!

Is the departure on 16Aug25 a confirmed tour? How many people are on this tour currently? What is the temperature range in Aug? Any recommendation on the hotel for the night before the tour? On day 1, do we board the TranzAlpine train individually and meet the tour group at Greymouth? Can additional tours such as helicopter tour at Franz Josef and stargazing tour at Aoraki be arranged at additional cost?

There is no Kaka tour running in August. There are departures on June 14th, September 13th & September 27th. Currently 4 travellers booked on June, 4 travellers on September 13th & 8 travellers on September 27th. Temperature ranges from 8°C to 13°C. We recommend Cotswold Christchurch hotel or Distinction Hotel. You will board the TranzAlpine train individually and meet the tour group at Greymouth. Optional activities can be booked with the guide and paid directly to the supplier.

What is the average age of people on this tour? Does this tour attract families, couples, singles or a mix?

On our Stray Select Tours, our average age is about late 20s-40s. However we do get people outside of this range too. Its definitely a mix of couples, friends & solos that travel on our Select Tours. Each tour seems to have a different amount of couples and solos! In particular, the 14th June departure is currently solo travellers.

I would like to know if the kaka tour leaving on April 26th is already confirmed?

I can confirm April 26th is scheduled to go ahead

What is does the single supplement cost as I do not want to share a room, thanks?

The single supplement cost guarantees you a private room. If you pay the regular cost, we will put you in a twinshare room with another solo traveller of the same gender.

I am looking to book the 25th January tour. Before I do so can I ask the number currently booked and their age ranges? Reason I ask is because I am a solo traveller aged 62 (albeit very active and young minded).

There are currently 15 people booked on this tour. In terms of ages, we don't collect age as a required field from customers so we don't have everyones age ranges noted down to share. I can however confirm there are at least a few people in your age range that I know of as I've chatted with them.

Do I qualify? I am a healthy, fit, energetic 74. Do I qualify? What time does the tour end on the 30th? Is a day-by-day itinerary available? Confirming that the rail travel and Milford Sound cruise is included? Up to how many people on the tour?

We actually don't have an age limit for any of our tours. Not sure why it says that on TourRadar. All ages with adventurous spirits are welcome! Your last included night on the tour is the 29th, so the 30th you will simply check out of the hotel around 10am as an end to your tour. Any flights can be made for that morning or afternoon, it is up to you! Correct! The tranzalpine train ride and Milford Sound boat cruise are included! So is the transportation to Milford from Queenstown. We have a maximum of 24 people, but this season have been averaging 10-15 people.

Is it safe for a female solo traveler to join the tour?

What time will the tour arrive in Christchurch?

Can I just get off, stay a while, and catch a later bus?

Unfortunately, the Kaka Tour doesn't allow you to hop off in a destination for staying longer, then hop on back to the next bus. Kaka Tour is the fixed itinerary Adventure Tour with hostel style accommodation included.

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9 Day 'Kaka' South Island Select Tour

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Places You’ll See

Christchurch
Hokitika
Queenstown
Te Anau
Milford Sound
Mount Cook

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Highlights

Ride the TranzAlpine Scenic Train
Explore Hokitika's vibrant arts scene
Hike to Franz Josef Glacier's face
Cruise through stunning Milford Sound
Stargaze near Aoraki/Mt Cook

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Day 1 Christchurch to Hokitika
Day 2 Hokitika to Franz Josef
Day 3 Franz Josef / Franz Josef to Queenstown
Day 4 Franz Josef to Queenstown / Queenstown
Day 5 Milford Sound Day Trip \ Queenstown to Te Anau
Day 6 Queenstown / Day Trip to Milford Sound
Day 7 Queenstown to Mount Cook / Te Anau to Mount Cook
Day 8 Mount Cook to Christchurch
Day 9 Depart Christchurch

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· April 15th, 2025
A wonderful tour of the South Island under the guidance of the brilliant Jacob Carr. Amazing scenery with a warm and friendly environment in the knowledgeable hands of Jacob, who ensured the requirements of the group were first and foremost.
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Sara
Asked on August 14th, 2025
Is there a single supplement for this trip? How much extra?
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- Stray TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  For the Kaka Tour, travellers can choose to book just the twinshare option, in which we would then room them with another traveller of the same sex on the tour. Or, if they preferred their own room they can upgrade to a solo, for an extra NZ$1,070.00. But its not compulsory to upgrade if they don't want to.
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Patricia
Asked on August 7th, 2025
would you be able to skip this if you had to catch a flight?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Stray TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  Absolutely, you could leave earlier on the 2nd of November if you needed to. The tour will get into Christchurch on the 1st of November, and you'll have accommodation included that night. But you are welcome to leave whenever you need based on fights, onwards travel plans etc!
A
Adam
Asked on May 26th, 2025
Is the departure on 16Aug25 a confirmed tour? How many people are on this tour currently? What is the temperature range in Aug? Any recommendation on the hotel for the night before the tour? On day 1, do we board the TranzAlpine train individually and meet the tour group at Greymouth? Can additional tours such as helicopter tour at Franz Josef and stargazing tour at Aoraki be arranged at additional cost?
Accommodation
Tour Details
Transport
- Stray TravelOperator•Written May 2025
  There is no Kaka tour running in August. There are departures on June 14th, September 13th & September 27th. Currently 4 travellers booked on June, 4 travellers on September 13th & 8 travellers on September 27th. Temperature ranges from 8°C to 13°C. We recommend Cotswold Christchurch hotel or Distinction Hotel. You will board the TranzAlpine train individually and meet the tour group at Greymouth. Optional activities can be booked with the guide and paid directly to the supplier.
S
Shirley
Asked on April 10th, 2025
What is the average age of people on this tour? Does this tour attract families, couples, singles or a mix?
Age Range
- Stray TravelOperator•Written April 2025
  On our Stray Select Tours, our average age is about late 20s-40s. However we do get people outside of this range too. Its definitely a mix of couples, friends & solos that travel on our Select Tours. Each tour seems to have a different amount of couples and solos! In particular, the 14th June departure is currently solo travellers.
J
Jeffrey
Asked on March 18th, 2025
I would like to know if the kaka tour leaving on April 26th is already confirmed?
Tour Details
- Stray TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  I can confirm April 26th is scheduled to go ahead
J
Janine
Asked on January 27th, 2025
What is does the single supplement cost as I do not want to share a room, thanks?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- Stray TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  The single supplement cost guarantees you a private room. If you pay the regular cost, we will put you in a twinshare room with another solo traveller of the same gender.
S
Sophia
Asked on January 3rd, 2025
I am looking to book the 25th January tour. Before I do so can I ask the number currently booked and their age ranges? Reason I ask is because I am a solo traveller aged 62 (albeit very active and young minded).
Age Range
Group size
- Stray TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  There are currently 15 people booked on this tour. In terms of ages, we don't collect age as a required field from customers so we don't have everyones age ranges noted down to share. I can however confirm there are at least a few people in your age range that I know of as I've chatted with them.
D
Debra
Asked on December 3rd, 2024
Do I qualify? I am a healthy, fit, energetic 74. Do I qualify? What time does the tour end on the 30th? Is a day-by-day itinerary available? Confirming that the rail travel and Milford Sound cruise is included? Up to how many people on the tour?
Age Range
Group size
Tour Details
- Stray TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  We actually don't have an age limit for any of our tours. Not sure why it says that on TourRadar. All ages with adventurous spirits are welcome! Your last included night on the tour is the 29th, so the 30th you will simply check out of the hotel around 10am as an end to your tour. Any flights can be made for that morning or afternoon, it is up to you! Correct! The tranzalpine train ride and Milford Sound boat cruise are included! So is the transportation to Milford from Queenstown. We have a maximum of 24 people, but this season have been averaging 10-15 people.
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Erin
Asked on September 17th, 2024
Is it safe for a female solo traveler to join the tour?
Travel Support
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  Erin
  Traveler•Written August 2024
  What time will the tour arrive in Christchurch?
- Stray TravelOperator•Written September 2024
  The tour will arrive into Christchurch on December 21st at Cotswold Christchurch. This night of accommodation is included.
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  Erin
  Traveler•Written September 2024
  Where will accommodation be in Christchurch before the tour starts?
- Stray TravelOperator•Written September 2024
  Bealey in Christchurch would be the recommendation as that is where they will be staying the night of the 14th for the tour.
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  Erin
  Traveler•Written September 2024
  Is Bealey Quarter at 263 Bealey Avenue a hotel?
- Stray TravelOperator•Written September 2024
  Yes, Bealey Quarter is a hotel.
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Sandy
Asked on December 17th, 2023
Can I just get off, stay a while, and catch a later bus?
Tour Details
Transport
- Stray TravelOperator•Written December 2023
  Unfortunately, the Kaka Tour doesn't allow you to hop off in a destination for staying longer, then hop on back to the next bus. Kaka Tour is the fixed itinerary Adventure Tour with hostel style accommodation included.

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