Keep it Real
We’re RealNZ, and when it comes to conservation – we Keep it Real.
Keep it Real means keeping what matters alive. Not just nature, but the heritage and stories that give it meaning. It’s about protecting what’s real, taking responsibility for the places we’re part of, and making sure the impact lasts long after we’re gone - inspiring others to do the same.
Your booking has real impact
At RealNZ, every trip becomes part of something bigger.
1% of every direct online booking helps fund conservation projects across the places we operate. Supporting predator control, habitat restoration, species protection and long-term ecosystem recovery.
When you book direct, you're not just securing your adventure. You're becoming part of an effort to keep these landscapes wild, thriving and open for generations to come. Every booking adds up. Every trip makes a difference.
That's our Real Promise. Because experiencing these places should help protect them too.
The work on the ground
We've been keeping it real since 1954
We have been keeping it real since 1954. It all began when a young, local couple, Les and Olive, Lady Hutchins bought the Manapouri-Doubtful Sound Tourist Company with the dream of sharing the spectacular wilderness of Fiordland with the world. Starting small, the pair took groups of visitors on multi-day trips into remote Doubtful Sound, by boat and foot.
Over the years we have expanded to add experiences across Southern New Zealand but have always stayed true to our humble beginning, our passion for sharing our backyard, and our commitment to protecting the special places we operate.
Key Conservation Initiatives
Real Results
