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Join us on a kayak adventure across one of New Zealand's most scenic mountain lakes within the Southern Alps. Two great kayaking tours leave from Glenorchy's shores at the head of Lake Wakatipu, only 40 minutes from Queenstown. More...

Stewart Island Flights - Coast to Coast

Wildlife - Stewart Island

The Stewart Island Coast to Coast is one of Stewart Island Flights' most popular and unique innovations. Appealing to any traveller up for a taste of New Zealand in its natural untouched state, the Coast to Coast is a gentle sample of the island's more rigorous North-West Circuit. More...

Eco Wanaka Adventures - Guided Walks

Hiking - Walking - Wanaka

Lake Wanaka is a jewel in the South Island of New Zealand's Southern Alps and is home to Eco Wanaka Adventures, specialists in Guided Nature Walks who will take you to many special places off-the-beaten-track in pure wilderness.

Rob Roy Glacier Guided Walk

Grade: Moderate Fitness
Trip Duration: Full Day
Season: All year round but weather dependent

The day begins with a scenic drive in our 4WD air conditioned vehicles around Lake Wanaka, and into the Matukituki... More...

Stewart Island Flights - Full Day Trip

Sightseeing - Stewart Island

Board one of our meticulously maintained aircraft for a Day Trip to remember. With a variety of exciting transport options from your own two feet to skimming the blue in a water taxi, this trip encompasses all that is awesome in Stewart Island. More...

Taieri Gorge Railway and the Otago Peninsula Day Trip from Dunedin

Day Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $199.00 per person

Explore the South Island’s gorgeous scenery on a full-day excursion from Dunedin. In the morning, travel aboard the Taieri Gorge Railway through stunning mountain landscapes en route to Pukerangi. Then return to Dunedin for an afternoon tour of the Otago Peninsula by minivan. Get personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide on this small-group tour limited to 19 people. More...

Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Wild Penguins Eco-Tour from Christchurch

Day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $194.00 per person

Enjoy the luxury and comfort of a top-of the range Mercedes Benz 4x4 bus as you journey from Christchurch proceeding into the rugged splendor of Banks Peninsula, You will really love stopovers at the quirky Giants House at Akaroa, and the award winning Barrys Bay Cheese factory. At your final destination, undertake a unique nature safari incorporating a wild penguin colony in their natural habitat, in the spectacular, award winning Wild Side Conservation area! Learn about the area’s native... More...

The Old Gold Trail Tour from Queenstown

Maori - Queenstown - Starting from $119.00 per person

Departs 8.00am returns 12.00pm Daily (Allow 4 Hours)
Tour Available in English, Spanish and Mandarin

Join us on a journey like no other, our fully equipped 4WD all-terrain vehicle can handle any conditions. Spend the morning on The Old Gold Trail to discover Central Otago’s rich history. Your driver will take you off road along rugged 4WD farm tracks to a traditional high country New Zealand farm. As you climb up the mountains, you will see stunning... More...

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Explorer

Day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $169.00 per person

Glenorchy is nestled on the northern shores of Lake Wakatipu & is the home to what many say is NZ's best hidden scenery and not to mention Middle‑earth magic. Start the tour off with pick up from Central Queenstown and travel in style in our luxury Mercedes Sprinter vans on one of the top 10 most scenic roads in the world to Glenorchy. This rustic town is a true outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Set against a background of native beech forest and towering mountain ranges, Glenorchy’s surrounds... More...

Full-Day Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park Tour including Milford Sound Cruise and BBQ Lunch from Te Anau

Day Tour - Te Anau - Starting from $195.00 per person

Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand. Located in 3 million acres of the Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound is a must-see for any traveler. Magnificent untouched native forests and bush, pristine waterways and lakes, glacier and high peaks. After departing Te Anau the scenery really begins as you are driven along the lake. Lake Te Anau is the largest lake in the South Island.

Upon entering the Fiordland National Park, you will travel up along... More...

Siberia Experience

Day Tour - Wanaka - Starting from $395.00 per person

The original since 1975 and still the best! Four hours of unique New Zealand wilderness adventure in the vast Mount Aspiring National Park. Experience a true New Zealand wilderness adventure. Fly, Walk, and Jet boat through New Zealand’s most spectacular alpine environment on an adventure like no other. More...