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Activity Listings (41-50 of 590)

Franz Josef Glacier Valley Eco Tour

Franz Josef Glacier Valley Eco Tour

Eco Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $80.00 per person

Get out and explore on this 3-hour guided walking tour in the Franz Josef Glacier Valley.  Walk through native rainforest and learn about native flora and fauna, waterfalls, the Waiho River and the Franz Josef Glacier. Tour includes complimentary morning tea. Free use of umbrellas, rain gear protection, and walking poles is also included.
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Private Kaikoura Day Tour Including Whale Watching

Private Kaikoura Day Tour Including Whale Watching

Day Tour - Kaikoura - Starting from $295.00 per person

Experience the magical marine life on a private day tour to the coastal town of Kaikoura, where mountains meet the sea. Get up-close with nature as you step on board for your Whale Watch Cruise. Spot the Giant Sperm Whales, dusky dolphins, albatross & an abundance of marine wildlife in their natural habitat. Walk up to the peninsula walkway with spectacular scenery & visit the seal colony.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
• Scenic drive to the coastal town of Kaikoura, where mountains meet the sea.
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Invercargill to Dunedin with Stewart Island Option

Invercargill to Dunedin with Stewart Island Option

Day Tour - Invercargill - Starting from $225.00 per person

Depart from Invercargill at 8.30am or Bluff at 9.15am and spend the day with one of our experienced Driver/Guides exploring the beautiful Catlins. Partake in short walks through Native New Zealand forest and along sandy beaches for the chance to view waterfalls and Native New Zealand wildlife, such as Sea Lions and Yellow Eyed penguins if they are about. 

We also make various stops throughout the day for photo opportunities at scenic view points so be sure to remember your... More...


Kaikoura Ultimate Adventure

Kaikoura Ultimate Adventure

Adventure Tour - Kaikoura - Starting from $895.00 per person

Kaikoura Ultimate Adventure is an incredible experience - The best of Kaikoura; See the magnificent vistas of our coastal shores, picturesque landscapes, majestic mountain ranges, and diverse marine wildlife in a way only a helicopter can. The tour combines whale watching with a scenic tour. Slowly orbit marine animals including resident sperm whales, dusky dolphins, and NZ fur seals and other whale species migrating through year round population of sperm whales, with the backdrop of the... More...

Half Day Fly Fishing in Fiordland

Half Day Fly Fishing in Fiordland

Fishing Tour - Te Anau - Starting from $655.00 per person

Join us for a distinctly Fiordland morning or afternoon fishing experience on the Waiau River you won’t forget in a hurry.

  • Perfect chance to battle bountiful, aggressive Fiordland rainbow and wily brown trout.
  • Using our boat provides us with superior maneuverability for top results drift fishing the river or accessing beaches and islands on the river you can’t get to on foot.
  • Experience the outstanding evening rises and Mayfly hatches that can... More...

Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Swim with Dolphins - Christchurch - Starting from $350.00 per person

Discover magnificent marine wildlife out on the South Pacific Ocean during this 12-hour Kaikoura dolphin swim from Christchurch. Travel through the rolling hills of North Canterbury to the rugged coastline of Kaikoura — the perfect place to view New Zealand’s dolphins, seals and birdlife in the wild. With warm wetsuit on, hop aboard your boat and learn from your guide the tricks used to encourage interaction with the graceful and curious dolphins. Dive to the depths below, snorkel over the... More...

Akaroa Harbour Wildlife Cruise

Akaroa Harbour Wildlife Cruise

Family Friendly - Akaroa - Starting from $85.00 per person

We offer the only truly environmentally responsible harbour cruise on Akaroa Harbour. We sail a 47 foot classic yacht, designed in 1946 to WIN the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. She's stable and strong. Suitable for all levels of fitness. See wildlife, and hear fascination personal stories and the history of Akaroa. Two cruises daily. More...

Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

Kayaking - Picton - Starting from $95.00 per person

The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a busy day – or for those just wanting a taste of sea kayaking.

Our priority is to get you out on the water, allowing maximum time to enjoy the tranquil waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Your guide will enjoy sharing their knowledge of the Marlborough Sounds and it's native flora and fauna as you paddle along. The area is surrounded by bush-clad shorelines and sandy beaches. We’ll... More...


Aoraki-Mt Cook Tasman Glacier & Alpine Centre scenic day tour from Christchurch

Aoraki-Mt Cook Tasman Glacier & Alpine Centre scenic day tour from Christchurch

Maori - Christchurch - Starting from $260.00 per person

Enjoy travelling to your destination from Christchurch in our luxurious 4x6 AWD Mercedes bus.  On your journey take in the truly breath-taking scenery: the southern alps and the Ben Ohau Range, Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, and even multiple sites from the film Lord of the Rings "middle earth" before arriving at the famous Hermitage Hotel for a delicious buffet lunch. Get ready to explore the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre 3D theatre, Museum and digital dome Planetarium where you can... More...


Franz Josef Mountain Scenic Helicopter Flight

Franz Josef Mountain Scenic Helicopter Flight

Helicopter Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $480.00 per person

Experience two of New Zealand's finest National Parks, divided by the imposing Southern Alps. Discover the gigantic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glacier snowfields with a helicopter landing at around 2134 meters (7000 feet). Learn about the stunning landscape as your professional pilot delivers an informative commentary en route. You'll walk along the Main Divide for fantastic views of the Tasman Glacier and Aoraki (Mount Cook) before heading back down towards the lush rainforests at the... More...

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Sunset ChaletSunset Chalet - Chalet.

Set in Lake Tekapo in the Canterbury region, Sunset Chalet has a patio and river views. This chalet features a garden...

Waitakere Ranges Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour from AucklandWaitakere 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.

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