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Paradise Day Walks

Day Tour - Te Anau - Starting from $325.00 per person

From Queenstown our first stop is the Bob’s Cove Nature Walk, a short distance from Queenstown with diverse native vegetation on the lakeshore zone, bustling with native bird life with the Remarkables mountain backdrop.
We continue our drive on one of the most beautiful road journeys to the western end of Lake Wakatipu, where the stunning backdrop of Mt Aspiring National park surrounded by snow capped mountains lies before you to explore.
Duration 7-7.5 hours, walk two trails experiencing... More...

Queenstown to Christchurch via Mount Cook Full-Day Tour

Day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $264.00 per person

See the majestic beauty of the South Island on this one-way tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via the rugged landscape and scenic country surrounding Mount Cook. More...

Kaikoura Day Tour with Whale Watching

Day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $560.00 per person

You'll depart Christchurch and travel through the beautiful rural pastoral scenes of North Canterbury to Kaikoura, where the mountains meet the sea. From there a Whale Watch cruise (or if cruise cancelled due to weather, a flight with Wings over Whales * ), will take you to look for the majestic Sperm Whales and Dusky Dolphin. Sightings may also include the Southern Right Whale, Humpback and Pilot Whales. ( Or you may consider a trip with the Dolphin Swim Encounter * ).
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Lord of the Rings Full day tour - Queenstown, New Zealand

Day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $299.00 per person

Our full one day 'Into the Vale of Wizards' Lord of the Rings location tour visiting Glenorchy and Paradise. See Ithilien, Isengard, Amon Hen, Nan curunir and a private location used in The Hobbit. Enjoy a restaurant platter style lunch with views over Mt Earnslaw; another spectacular location used during the filming of the trilogy.
Enjoy props and weapons from both movie trilogies and listen as the guides share behind the scenes knowledge. Also receive a souvenir pack to take home with... More...

Dunedin Gardens and City Highlights Tour

Day Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $179.00 per person

Enjoy a guided tour of three of Dunedin's most beautiful gardens, take in the highlights of the city and enjoy a cafe lunch in a lovely bay setting. This 6.5 hour tour explores three of Dunedin's designated Gardens of International Significance - the Dunedin Botanic Garden, the authentic Chinese Garden, and beautiful Glenfalloch gardens situated on the stunning Otago Peninsula. You'll also see the highlights of Dunedin City and enjoy lunch in the settlement of Portobello overlooking the... More...

Waitakere Ranges Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour from Auckland

Day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $160.00 per person

Explore and admire Auckland's largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges on this 5 hour afternoon eco-tour.

You'll be picked up from your centrally located Auckland hotel before traveling 30-minutes west to the Arataki Visitor Centre. From the Arataki Centre take in panoramic views extending from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean and absorb the area's history and admire the magnificent traditional Maori carvings that stand guard there.

From here enjoy a walk in the... More...

Abel Tasman National Park Awaroa Ambience

Day Tour - Motueka - Starting from $82.00 per person

Cruise along the Abel Tasman Coastline and explore the hidden coves and beautiful golden sand beaches. Opportunities to see the New Zealand Fur Seal colony at Adele Island and other marine wild life. Arrive at Awaroa and experience this wonderful beach plus the warm hospitality of the Awaroa Lodge and Cafe (lunch additional cost). Option to walk 2 hours to Tonga Quarry through lush native bush.
**Awaroa Lodge is open seasonally from September to May. Closed from May to September.** More...

Christchurch Sheep Farm Visit

Day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $120.00 per person

Visit a working sheep farms set in a tranquil and picturesque location in the heart of Canterbury's sheep farm land on this tour. On your return from the sheep farm visit , you can also choose to either upgrade to include a visit to one of North Canterbury / Waipara vineyard, where you can enjoy tasting various vintages. Or, take thrilling jet boat ride on the Waimakariri River. More...

Queenstown to Mount Cook Tour

Day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $155.00 per person

Depart Queenstown and its surrounding lush green farmland and relax as you take in the spectacular scenery that changes from the winding Kawarau River Gorge to rugged ranges and mirror lakes as you head north. Journey through the historical gold mining region of Central Otago and over the Lindis Pass before passing through the farming community of Omarama. More...

Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Queenstown including Helicopter Flight

Day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $1036.00 per person

Treat yourself to the ultimate Milford Sound experience on this day trip from Queenstown that allows you to see this world-famous fiord region by land, sea and air. Enjoy a scenic drive through the alpine landscapes of the ‘Milford Road’; take a 2-hour cruise along the full length of Milford Sound to see its legendary natural scenery and wildlife; and end the day with a thrilling helicopter flight over the sound, Mt Tutoko and Lake Wakatipu. You’ll also learn about the area from a driver/guide. More...