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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...

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...

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...

16 Day Amplified NZ Tour

16 Day Amplified NZ Tour

Multi-day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $3070.38 per person

Starting from Auckland, we take our time making our way down the beautiful and volcanic North Island to New Zealand's capital, Wellington, before catching a ferry to cross the Cook Strait to get up close and personal with the best of the South Island.

Our Amplified tour comes complete with some very special inclusions: experiencing a Māori cultural night traditional hāngī meal, learning haka and poi dance, and carving your very own pounamu (greenstone/jade) pendant in Franz... More...


The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

White Water Rafting - Havelock - Starting from $185.00 per person

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river.
Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river.
Includes short native bush walk informing about native plants, including the silver fern.
Talk about the pioneers whom founded the top of the south Island , historic relics still remain for viewing in this hidden secluded valley.
Explore the famous filming locations used in the second “Hobbit” movie The... More...

Picton Shore Excursion: Wings of Omaka and Marlborough Wine Tour

Picton Shore Excursion: Wings of Omaka and Marlborough Wine Tour

Ports of Call Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $165.00 per person

Enjoy a half-day small-group shore excursion from your cruise ships arrival into Picton. This tour provides you with the unique opportunity to combine the Omaka Aviation Heritage Museum at the ‘Wings of Omaka’ with a taste of the many aromas, textures and flavours of the world famous wineries, on a guided tour of this exceptional region. Marlborough is home to some 45 cellar door wineries, all producing some of the country’s most vibrant and flavourful wines. More...

The Cloak Earth Mother Private Tour

The Cloak Earth Mother Private Tour

Private Tour - Paihia - Starting from $799.00 per person

Experience an exclusive maori cultural guided tour through an amazing native kauri forest in the Bay of Islands.
Learn how maori traditionally used the trees, plants and birds of the forest to heal, protect, nourish, entertain and support their growing families. 
Duration: 3.5 hours from 10.00am until 1.30pm daily (except Sundays) More...

The Ultimate Lord of the Rings Combo Tour

The Ultimate Lord of the Rings Combo Tour

Air Tour - Nelson - Starting from $1950.00 per person

Included in this adventure
• Approximately 90 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park
• Two-way communication between you and your pilot
• 2 x Mountain landings
SIGHTS:
• 2 x Lord of the Rings film locations!
• Unique land forms, habitats, plant communities and wildlife
• Native bush
• Breathtaking mountain landscapes More...

Lake Wakatipu Nature Walking Tour from Queenstown

Lake Wakatipu Nature Walking Tour from Queenstown

Nature Walk - Queenstown - Starting from $115.00 per person

Take a half-day walking tour along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to immerse yourself in some of the spectacular landscape of the South Island, just outside of Queenstown. With a knowledgeable guide, enjoy an easy walk through the native forest where you can spot birds and plants, soak up views of the lake and mountains, hear Maori stories, and learn about the vibrant ecosystem. Choose either a morning or afternoon tour, which includes a snack, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a maximum capacity of... More...

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Matakana Magic - Matakana Holiday House - Holiday Home.

Matakana Magic - Matakana Holiday House is set in Matakana. The air-conditioned accommodation is 6 km from Ascension...

Southern Alps Air Milford Sound Scenic Flight and CruiseSouthern Alps Air Milford Sound Scenic Flight and Cruise - Air Tour - Fiordland National Park. Starting from NZ $490.00 per adult.

Comprehensive route, competitive rates. View alpine lakes, rivers and waterfalls cascading amongst rugged mountain...

 

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