Activities in Nelson, New Zealand. Nelson, NZ Activities types include: Air, Helicopter & Balloon, Cruises, Sailing & Water, Cultural & Theme, Day Trips & Excursions, Family Friendly, Food, Wine & Nightlife, Heath & Beauty, Multi-day & Extended, Outdoor Activities, Shore Excursions.

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Lake Rotoroa Lodge Fly Fishing

Fishing - Nelson Lakes

In 2000 National Geographic Adventure magazine named Lake Rotoroa Lodge as one of the two finest trout fishing venues in the world. Lake Rotoroa Lodge lies in the heart of South Island fly fishing country, which gives us access to more fishing than any other lodge in New Zealand. We have more than 22 rivers to choose from by car on a normal weather day and more by helicopter. More...

Quad Bike - Farm Forest Ride

Adventure Tour - Nelson - Starting from $125.00 per person

Designed to suit all abilities, this tour follows native forest trails, progressing through fields and along the banks of the river. More...

Volcanoes, Vines & Wines Day Tour from Auckland

Maori - Auckland - Starting from $275.00 per person

You'll experience 360 deg' sights from the top of a dormant volcano in the city and wine tasting at four family owned wineries.
In the morning we concentrate on one winery... Villa Maria located in a sunken volcanic crater, which is (at time of publishing) New Zealand’s largest privately owned and most awarded wine company!
At Villa Maria you are taken on a guided tour of the winery followed by a tasting of award winning wines and lunching on one of their indulgent platters.
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Buller Canyon jetboat

Jet Boating - Murchison - Starting from $115.00 per person

We are the only company permitted to provide High speed Jet boating through the pink granite canyons,white water rapids and ancient Beech forests of the mighty buller River . This exclusive 40 minute tour Includes free access across New Zealand's longest swingbridge . Bring your own camera as your friendly skipper will help you get some great photo's on the way. More...

45-Minute Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Tour from Mount Cook

Air Tour - Mount Cook - Starting from $499.00 per person

Soar through the sky on this 45-minute Ski Plane scenic experience through Aoraki Mt Cook National Park. Enjoy the Breathtaking views from the moment you’re airborne. Experience everything Mt Cook National Park has to offer. More...

Mount Cook and Fox Glacier including snow landing (allow 30 minutes)

Helicopter Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $350.00 per person

Mount Cook and Fox Glacier including snow landing (allow 30 minutes)
Explore the ice pinnacles and seracs of the magnificent Fox Glacier then fly by the sheer West faces of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman before descending back down the Fox Glacier after your snow landing. Your snow landing provides opportunities to photograph the panoramic and breathtaking scenery. (Be sure to check the departure point - this flight option only departs from our Fox Glacier Base. Reporting time 30 minutes prior... More...

Milford Sound Nature Cruise from Queenstown

Sightseeing Cruise - Queenstown - Starting from $197.00 per person

A leisurely cruise of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea on the Milford Mariner or Milford Wanderer. Enjoy a relaxed and flexible itinerary designed to allow you to see and experience what makes Milford Sound world renowned. Spend up to two and a half hours nudging into waterfalls, spotting wildlife and listening to the informative commentary from our specialist Nature Guide. Keep a look out for wildlife including seals, dolphins and penguins! More...

Aoraki-Mt Cook Tasman Glacier & Alpine Centre scenic day tour from Christchurch

Maori - Christchurch - Starting from $260.00 per person

Enjoy travelling to your destination from Christchurch in our luxurious 4x6 AWD Mercedes bus. On your journey take in the truly breath-taking scenery: the southern alps and the Ben Ohau Range, Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, and even multiple sites from the film Lord of the Rings "middle earth" before arriving at the famous Hermitage Hotel for a delicious buffet lunch. Get ready to explore the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre 3D theatre, Museum and digital dome Planetarium where you can... More...

The GRAND TOUR including snow landing (allow 40 minutes)

Air Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $480.00 per person

The GRAND TOUR including snow landing (allow 40 minutes)
The “grand-daddy” of all flights! Explore both glaciers as well as taking in Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. We top this off by landing you on the snow for photo opportunities. As a bonus, weather permitting we cross the main divide for you to view the Tasman Glacier. This will be your ultimate helicopter scenic flight excursion from Fox or Franz Josef on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. Be sure to have plenty of space on... More...

Christchurch Full Day Private Transfer or Tour from Franz Josef

Private Transfer - Franz Josef - Starting from $1000.00 per person

Priced for 1-3 people. This private tour and/or transfer takes you through some spectacular scenery. From Franz Josef travel into Westland District then through Arthur's Pass National Park and finally reach Christchurch with many photo opportunities and short walks along the way in the company of your driver/guide. This tour/transfer can be done in the reverse order or choose a different location for example Fox Glacier. More...

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The Heaphy Track - Heli Hike - Hiking - Walking - Nelson. Starting from $4952.00 per person.

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