The ancestors of our ancient kauri tree first appeared on this landscape more than 200 million years ago. This hands-on, small group tour allows you to interact with our collection and uncover the past including handling ancient lignites and swamp kauri that are tens of thousands of years old. Learn about the impact of man and introduced species to New Zealand and what you can do to help “Keep Kauri Standing” for future generations to come. The 45 minute guided tour is the perfect introduction... More...

Taste Wellington Privately Hosted Walking Tour with Lunch for Passionate Foodies

Culinary & Gourmet Tour - Wellington - Starting from $500.00 per person

Zest Food Tours has been providing this unique private gourmet travel experience for two to four guests since 2003. Discerning travellers rarely have the chance to be welcomed into a Wellington foodie’s home and treated to genuine kiwi hospitality for afternoon tea. Our friendly, local guides showcase Wellington, its history, art and eclectic architecture in ways that only locals can, in partnership with our lovely artisan providers - collaborations developed over many years.
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Quad Bike - Bayview Circuit

Adventure Tour - Nelson - Starting from $175.00 per person

Our most popular quad bike tour - Explore over 14 km of beautiful native forest trails. Ride high to the hilltops, to spectacular coastal scenery, then down through the farmlands. Light refreshments included. More...

Kapiti Island Eco day trip to the stunning nature reserve on Kapiti Island

Nature Walk - Paraparaumu - Starting from $92.00 per person

Experience a day trip of a lift time to one of New Zealand's conversation jewels; Kapiti Island.
Soak up the beauty, hear the stories of the Ngati Toa Maori people, spot whales and sea birds, native birds in their natural environment free of predators such as rats, stoats and possums.
Feel like you have like you have been taken back in time as you walk through stunning native bush spotting rare native birds found nowhere else in the world. You will see birds which are on the brink of... More...

3-Day Hobbiton and Waitomo Tour from Auckland with Accommodation

Multi-day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $1245.00 per person

Join this exciting 3-day tour for the chance to visit the Hobbiton Move Set and Waitomo Caves! Experience a wide range of unique activities, admission fees, accommodation and lunch at Hobbiton included. Tour begins upon your arrival at Auckland airport with 2-nights’ accommodation in Auckland included. More...

Small Group Waitomo Ruakuri Caves and Kiwi tour from Auckland

Day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $315.00 per person

This full day tour from Auckland is designed to showcase the best of rural New Zealand landscape and enjoy all that the Waitomo area has to offer.

Starting with Auckland city hotel pickups and a drive with expert commentary through the Waikato region of New Zealand, Once you reach Waitomo, you will join with a small group for a guided tour of the Ruakuri cave system. This walking tour is New Zealand's longest guided underground walking tour and gets you up close to the Waitomo... More...

2-Day Full Twin Coast Cycle Trail Bike Experience

Bike Tour - Paihia - Starting from $110.00 per person

One of our more popular options. Experience the full beauty of the Twin Coast Cycle Trail over 2 days. Ride from Kaikohe to Opua (45km) on the first day, taking in the train tunnel, swing and rail bridges and historic towns. Depart again in Kaikohe for the second day, riding through 44kms of awesome scenery and backcountry to finish down in peaceful Horeke on the West Coast. Trips depart from Paihia with accommodation in Paihia available. This cycle trail is predominantly off the main... More...

Lighthouses and Lakes Supported eBike Tour (7 Hours)

E-Bike Tour - Wellington - Starting from $165.00 per person

A scenic cruise across Wellington Harbour, followed by an easy (and usually downwind!) electric bike expedition around the coast. You'll take in historic places such as the Pencarrow and Baring Head lighthouses, The Porangarahu Lakes and wetland area, Wahine memorial, World War Two bunkers and more, while also gaining fantastic views of the south coast and the Kaikoura Ranges, before finishing your adventure at Turakirae Head and the Wellington region's largest fur seal colony. We'll then... More...

Waitangi Mountain Bike Park Experience

Mountain Bike Tour - Paihia - Starting from $59.00 per person

The Waitangi Mountain Bike Park is a purpose built mountain bike park with over 50km of world class trails built by the professionals. There are tracks to suit all abilities from families and novices to experts! All our trips include a high quality, new full-suspension or front suspension mountain bike, helmet, map, trail advice, as well a padded Gel Seat (for extra comfort), and also the mountain bike park entry which is a donation to trail building and trail maintenance- Keeping the community... More...

Remutaka Rail Trail Reversi Cycle Tour

City Tour - Wellington - Starting from $135.00 per person

Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty, the meandering Hutt River trail, and the beautiful Eastern Bays. Taking in some of the best parts of the the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this is a challenging ride with a steep uphill climb to begin with. 65km of moderate riding. More...