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The Seasider

The Seasider

Rail Tour - Dunedin - Starting from NZ $89.00 per adult

Run by the Taieri Gorge Railway, The Seasider train is Dunedin's scenic coastal tourist train operating from the historic Railway Station in Dunedin New Zealand. This tour runs on a section of railway which was considered the highlight of the trip between Christchurch and Invercargill and offers spectacular views over Otago Harbour and the wild Otago coastline. It is considered one of the "must-do" railway trips in New Zealand! More...

International Antarctic Centre

International Antarctic Centre

Attraction - Christchurch

The International Antarctic Centre is your destination for authentic, interactive fun and provides an exciting experience of Antarctica for visitors of all ages. It doesn't matter whether you're 2 or 92 - there's hours of fun here for everyone! You'll visit 'Antarctica' the snow and ice experience, survive an Antarctic Storm, learn about life in modern day Antarctica and Scott Base, and hang out with Little Blue Penguins! More...

Fiordland Expeditions Overnight and Extended Cruises

Fiordland Expeditions Overnight and Extended Cruises

Overnight Cruise - Doubtful Sound - Starting from NZ $450 per person

Your Doubtful Sound overnight cruise will leave you in complete awe of the outstanding views of untouched beauty, wildlife and the serenity of your experience. Includes a freshly caught and prepared seafood dinner, fishing, kayaking and transfers to and from Manapouri or Te Anau. More...

Eco Wanaka Adventures - Heli Hiking

Eco Wanaka Adventures - Heli Hiking

Heli Hiking - Wanaka

Come with us to walk through Middle-earth, following the very footsteps of the "Dwarves and Bilbo" as they traversed the "Misty Mountains", as seen in the Hobbit Trilogy. Or let us take you on a helicopter flight to three pristine emerald Alpine Lakes bordering on Mt Aspiring National Park at 1400m.

"Misty Mountains" Heli Hike - a Wanaka Heli Hike & Walking Adventure


Trip duration: 4.5 hrs
Grade: Moderate
Season: November to April, weather dependent

Your own... More...

Cruise Ship Excursion Wildlife and Culture tour on the Otago Peninsula

Cruise Ship Excursion Wildlife and Culture tour on the Otago Peninsula

Maori - Dunedin - Starting from $210.00 per person

Tailored specifically for Cruise Ship passengers, see spectacular marine wildlife, learn from a conservation expert, discover intriguing Māori history, and explore the geological and biological diversity of our Otago Peninsula.

Join us to discover some of the iconic Otago Peninsula's wildlife residents; albatross, penguins, seals and sea lions, all call this place home. Our guide, Lyndon, comes with 30 years of hands-on species management in his previous role as a... More...


Ultimate Nature Experience from Queenstown: Dart River Jet Boat Ride and Lake Sylvan Hike

Ultimate Nature Experience from Queenstown: Dart River Jet Boat Ride and Lake Sylvan Hike

Nature Walk - Queenstown - Starting from $399.00 per person

Experience both the waterways and forests of the South Island of New Zealand on a full-day tour from Queenstown. First, you’ll zip along the Dart River on a 2-hour jet boat ride, and then take a leisurely 3-hour hike with a knowledgeable guide through native beech trees to Lake Sylvan, located in Mt Aspiring National Park. Enjoy picturesque scenery, see bird and plant life, eat lunch by the lake, and walk part of the Routeburn track on this small-group tour limited to 10 people, which provides... More...

Wanaka Highlights Safari

Wanaka Highlights Safari

Maori - Wanaka - Starting from $175.00 per person

This 2.5-hour adventure offers Wanaka’s finest lakeside scenery plus an exciting and fun 4WD journey through a real alpine, mountain farm. Up-close encounters with Red Deer, Angus Cattle, sheep and horses. Experience our exclusive “alpine café” for refreshments high above Lake Wanaka.
This is a unique insight into Wanaka’s rich history, heritage, incredible scenery and modern-day farming life. A must if your time in Wanaka is limited. Suitable for families. 
Groups by arrangement. More...

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $103.00 per person

Enjoy a scenic afternoon boat cruise through Queen Charlotte Sound on a working mail boat that visits Ship Cove (1st Oct to 30th April) and several remote communities. You'll share the excitement of mail day as you travel on board the New Zealand Post Rural Delivery Service boat, which takes different routes through Marlborough Sounds to reach isolated hamlets. Hear stories about the people and history of the region from your captain as you experience the rhythm of life along the waterways of... More...

2-Day Christchurch to Queenstown Tour via West Coast

2-Day Christchurch to Queenstown Tour via West Coast

Overnight Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $2187.50 per person

This a very popular 2 day and 1 night trip from Christchurch to Queenstown ( or in reverse ) via the South Island's rugged West Coast. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and deliver you to the World renowned Tranz Alpine train, which bisects the Canterbury farming plains, foothills and mountains, before reaching the alpine village of Arthur's Pass. Your guide will meet you, show you some of the area before travelling onto the West Coast. You'll hear the history of Maori, greenstone,... More...

Maori Powhiri Welcome

Maori Powhiri Welcome

Maori - Wanaka - Starting from $25.00 per person

The Māori Whakataū is a welcome to New Zealand by the indigenous culture of NZ. The Whakataū embraces key aspects of welcoming manuhiri/visitors to New Zealand and making sure you get an authentic connection to the people of this wonderful land and more specifically here in Wanaka and Queenstown. The scenery is one small part of what makes this country so great, to truely connect with any country you must also connect with the people that make the country what it is. Welcome to the world of... More...

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Ridge Raj - Homestay.

Set in Kerikeri, 2.6 km from Kemp House and Stone Store, Ridge Raj offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free...

Rotorua City Tour and 'The Lord of the Rings' Hobbiton Movie SetRotorua City Tour and 'The Lord of the Rings' Hobbiton Movie Set - Day Tour - Rotorua. Starting from $281.00 per person.

Experience Maori culture, see the wildlife and natural wonders of New Zealand, and explore the magic setting for the...

 

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