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Golden Bay
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Motueka
 Abel Tasman National Park (17)
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Tasman
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 Wanaka (82)

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Wanaka
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Fiordland
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Milford Sound
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Wanaka
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Catlins
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Fiordland
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 Te Anau (55)
Southland District
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Stewart Island
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   Wanaka

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 Wanaka (82)

   West Coast

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Buller
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Glaciers
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Grey
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Northern West Coast
 Hector (21)
 Punakaiki (5)
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Westland
 Fox Glacier (17)
 Franz Josef (38)
 Haast (12)
 Harihari (2)
 Hokitika (5)
 Jackson Bay (1)
 Okarito (3)
 Ross (3)
 Whataroa (3)

Activity Types

Outdoor Activities

4WD Tour (30)
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ATV Tour (11)
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Hot Pool (3)
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Lift Pass (2)
Obstacle Course (1)
Paintball (2)
Penguin (36)
Quad Bike Tour (8)
Race Car Drive / Ride Along (1)
Rafting (22)
Safari Day Tour (3)
Segway Tour (2)
Shooting Range (12)
Skiing / Snowboarding (2)
Skydiving (20)
Snow Sport (15)
Snowmobiling (1)
Snowshoeing (2)
Water Activity (64)
Wildlife (192)
Zipline (11)
Zorbing (1)

Activity Listings (1-10 of 590)

H2 Explore Hovercraft

H2 Explore Hovercraft

Sightseeing Cruise - Lake Pukaki

Step on board New Zealand's only commercially operated hovercraft and experience Lake Pukaki's famed scenic beauty and vistas of Mount Cook. H2 Explore is the only tourism venture on Lake Pukaki. Our hovercraft can travel to areas that until now have been largely inaccessible. More...

Mount Cook Scenic Flight

Mount Cook Scenic Flight

Air Tour - Wanaka - Starting from NZ $435.00 per person

A breathtaking flight following the Southern Alps right to New Zealand's highest Peak of 3753 metres. Magnificent views of the world famous Fox, Franz and Tasman Glaciers. Departs from either Wanaka or Makarora. 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...

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...

Hare Hill - Scenic Harbour Horse Trek

Hare Hill - Scenic Harbour Horse Trek

Horse Riding - Dunedin - Starting from NZ $85.00 per person

Enjoy stunning harbour views from horseback. We take a leisurely circuit through farmland and plantation, then back down the winding farm track. Refreshments and a snack are provided en-route. A safe, rewarding trek for beginners. Perfect for beginners or experienced riders . There are opportunities for more experienced riders to practice their dressage or jumping after the trek. More...

Hare Hill - 3 Hour Beach Ride

Hare Hill - 3 Hour Beach Ride

Horse Riding - Dunedin - Starting from NZ $180.00 per person

Spend half a day with the horses on the beaches of Aramoana. Suits beginners or competent riders with a maximum of two people per trip. View wildlife from horseback, including seals, sealions and penguins. Advanced riders will relish the opportunity to gallop along the white sands of the shore. More...

Eco Wanaka Adventures - Lake Cruises

Eco Wanaka Adventures - Lake Cruises

Eco Tour - Wanaka

Lake Wanaka, a jewel in the South Island of New Zealand's Southern Alps, is home to our personal guiding company that will take you to our many special places off-the-beaten-track in pure wilderness.

Lake Wanaka Cruise & Island Nature Walk


Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Wanaka followed by a unique nature walk on Mou Waho Island.
The remote and magical Mou Waho Island nature reserve is predator-free and home to the rare flightless Buff Weka.

A one hour return guided... More...

Pohatu Penguins Nature and Sea Kayak Tours

Pohatu Penguins Nature and Sea Kayak Tours

Wildlife - Akaroa

Fully guided tours starting from NZ $65 per person, self-drive tours from NZ $25 per person.

Pohatu Penguins offers unique nature and sea kayak tours from Akaroa. Tours are guided by local conservationists with over 30 years experience. Choose from a variety of tours and packages to suit your adventure!

Pohatu Penguins offers colony tours, sea kayaking amongst the wildlife, and amazing 4WD scenic tours. More...

Stewart Island Flights - Port William Excursion

Stewart Island Flights - Port William Excursion

Water Activity - Stewart Island

Complete the first section of one of "New Zealand's Great Walks". This trip begins at Lee Bay, the official entry to the Rakiura National Park. Continue by foot along a well formed path for about 1.5-2hrs to Maori Beach, the site of a 1913 timber mill. A further 1-1.5hrs brings you to your destination of Port William which is full of history, from early Maori Villages, sealing and whaling bases, the first police station in 1867 and much more. Add to all of this, a visually environment! More...

Lake Rotoroa Lodge Fly Fishing

Lake Rotoroa Lodge Fly Fishing

Fishing - Nelson Lakes

In 2000 National Geographic Adventure magazine named Lake Rotoroa Lodge as one of the two finest trout fishing venues in the world. Lake Rotoroa Lodge lies in the heart of South Island fly fishing country, which gives us access to more fishing than any other lodge in New Zealand. We have more than 22 rivers to choose from by car on a normal weather day and more by helicopter. More...

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Release Wanaka - River RidgeRelease Wanaka - River Ridge - Holiday Home.

Located in Wanaka, within 20 km of Puzzling World and 49 km of Treble Cone, Release Wanaka - River Ridge offers...

Rotorua 4WD Bush Safari TourRotorua 4WD Bush Safari Tour - 4WD Tour - Mamaku. Starting from $105.00 per person.

Get out of your comfort zone on this challenging 45-minute 4WD Rotorua adventure. Negotiate waterfalls, daunting...

 

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