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Northern West Coast
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Westland
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 Haast (12)
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Activity Types

Outdoor Activities

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Quad Bike Tour (8)
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Rafting (22)
Safari Day Tour (3)
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Shooting Range (12)
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Snow Sport (15)
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Water Activity (64)
Wildlife (192)
Zipline (11)
Zorbing (1)

Activity Listings (41-50 of 590)

Hanmer Springs Jetboat and Bungy Jump combo

Hanmer Springs Jetboat and Bungy Jump combo

Jet Boating - Hanmer Springs - Starting from $269.00 per person

Jetboat the entire length of Hanmer's spectacular Waiau Gorge. Take in the magnificent scenery, then hold on while you experience the famous Hamilton jet spin. This beautiful alpine river features narrow gorges, braided shallows and white water rapids. Travel over 30 kilometres of exciting jetboating and spectacular scenery. Your journey on the water lasts at least 30 minutes and you should allow 1 hour for the whole experience including the safety briefing. 

At 35 metres high the... More...


Return Ferry to Stewart Island from Bluff

Return Ferry to Stewart Island from Bluff

Ferry Service - Bluff - Starting from $148.00 per person

Zip across Foveaux Strait between Bluff and Stewart Island and back on our comfortable catamarans. Visit Stewart Island, just one hour’s ferry ride from Bluff and New Zealand’s ultimate eco-tourism destination. During the trip keep an eye out for wildlife – particularly seabirds such as Mollymawk (Albatross) and Titi which often follow the vessel. Our friendly staff provide informative commentary and point out highlights. More...

Heli-Hike Franz Josef Glacier Walk

Heli-Hike Franz Josef Glacier Walk

Eco Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $479.00 per person

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 4-hour Franz Josef Glacier walk. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles area of the glacier with your guide. Navigate your way through the maze of ice on your moderately difficult hike. Learn of the dramatic environmental changes affecting the glacier and gain insight into the geological forces at play. Afterwards, take a soak in the hot pools to warm up and soothe your muscles (complimentary). Group size is limited to 11 to... More...

Catch the Sunrise - (Half Day)

Catch the Sunrise - (Half Day)

4WD Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $129.00 per person

This tour is great for photographic opportunities, to walk a beautiful bush track and is especially targeted for people who want to get up early and enjoy the morning sun. The adventure begins before the sun rises.
Watch the sunrise take some great photos and while you are getting that great photo shot, breakfast will be on its way, this will get you going.
Complimentary snacks and hot drinks along the way. More...

3-Hour Queenstown Fishing Experience

3-Hour Queenstown Fishing Experience

Fishing Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $150.00 per person

Venture into the spectacular alpine waters of Lake Wakatipu for an exhilarating fishing experience. Relax on fully equipped charter boats to a pristine alpine stream to spin a fishing and trolling for Rainbow, Brown Trout and Quinnat Salmon. Catch, release and prepare a delicious plate of fish or visit a local restaurant. Capture images of jaw-dropping mountain vistas with your friends or family. Get hooked with this tour for the catch of a lifetime.

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Hanmer Springs Rafting and Quad Bike combo

Hanmer Springs Rafting and Quad Bike combo

ATV Tour - Hanmer Springs - Starting from $313.00 per person

Put yourself in control of a four-wheel quad bike. Challenge the terrain, with river crossings, mud, dust, dirt and excitement. This guided Quad Bike tour will show you some of the real back country New Zealand as you pass through farmland, sheep trails, rivers, sand and bush. You can choose to ride your own bike or ride tandem with another person (subject to age restrictions). Your guide will give you the freedom to challenge yourself within the safety boundaries. Perfect for families, groups... More...

Tekapo Star Gazing

Tekapo Star Gazing

Night Tour - Tekapo - Starting from $129.00 per person

The ultimate in stellar relaxation, Tekapo Star Gazing is the only guided stargazing and hot pools tour in New Zealand! It combines the stunning Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve with the soul-warming hot pools of Tekapo Springs. A two-hour experience, the first half of the tour begins with an introduction to the night sky using high-powered telescopes and a fascinating combination of astronomy and story-telling. The second half is spent floating in our 37.5 degree hot... More...


Sunrise Kayaking Safari with Sea Wildlife in Akaroa

Sunrise Kayaking Safari with Sea Wildlife in Akaroa

Kayaking - Akaroa - Starting from $130.00 per person

The Sunrise Wildlife Safari is our recommended Safari of the day! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle in an extinct volcano basin. Take in breath-taking scenery and have the chance to experience close encounters with some of the most endangered marine life on the planet including Hector Dolphins,  white flippered penguins, and Orca located in Akaroa Harbor during their most active time of the day, only 80 minutes from Christchurch.
Small group numbers are key as we are... More...

Private Champagne Picnic on a Peak with Helicopter Ride

Private Champagne Picnic on a Peak with Helicopter Ride

Helicopter Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $770.00 per person

The Picnic on the Peak is one of our most popular excursions. Queenstown has some of the most breathtaking scenery in New Zealand and what better way to enjoy the remarkable views of Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps than enjoying a champagne picnic perched high up on one of the peaks. More...

One-Way Ferry from Bluff to Stewart Island

One-Way Ferry from Bluff to Stewart Island

Ferry Service - Bluff - Starting from $85.00 per person

Book this one-way ferry ride from Bluff to Stewart Island for a comfortable journey across Foveaux Strait on our modern catamarans. Visit Stewart Island, just one hour’s ferry ride from Bluff and New Zealand’s ultimate eco-tourism destination. More...

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Aorangi Highland Country RetreatAorangi Highland Country Retreat - Holiday Home.

Situated in Rotorua, 8 km from Rotorua International Stadium, 9 km from Paradise Valley Springs and 9 km from...

Auckland Highlights combined with Wilderness Experience Eco-TourAuckland Highlights combined with Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour - Day Tour - Auckland. Starting from $235.00 per person.

This tour combines the best of Auckland city with the best of Auckland nature in the afternoon. The Auckland City...

 

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