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South Island Water Sports Activities

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   Canterbury

Ashburton District
 Peel Forest (2)
Christchurch
 Christchurch (22)
 Lyttelton (2)
Hurunui
 Hanmer Springs (13)
 Waiau (16)
 Waipara (1)
Kaikoura
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 Kaikoura (7)
Mount Cook
 Lake Pukaki (1)
 Mount Cook (8)
 Tekapo (1)
Selwyn
 Arthurs Pass (4)
 Otira (1)
 Springfield (1)
South Canterbury
 Timaru (1)
Waimakariri
 Waimakariri River (4)

   Christchurch

 Christchurch (22)
 Lyttelton (2)
Banks Peninsula
 Akaroa (10)

   Dunedin

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 Otago Peninsula (3)
 Port Chalmers (1)

   Fiordland

 Doubtful Sound (6)
 Fiordland National Park (12)
 Manapouri (3)
 Routeburn Track (1)
 Te Anau (12)
Milford Sound
 Milford Road (4)
 Milford Sound (14)

   Glaciers

 Fox Glacier (1)
 Franz Josef (11)

   Marlborough

 Blenheim (2)
 Havelock (5)
 Molesworth (1)
 Picton (12)
Marlborough Sounds
 Anakiwa (4)
 Marlborough Sounds (8)
 Queen Charlotte Sound (6)
 The Queen Charlotte Track (1)

   Milford Sound

 Milford Road (4)
 Milford Sound (14)

   Mount Cook

 Lake Pukaki (1)
 Mount Cook (8)
 Tekapo (1)

   Nelson

 Hope (2)
 Murchison (1)
 Nelson (8)
Motueka
 Abel Tasman National Park (10)
 Kaiteriteri (4)
 Marahau (3)
 Motueka (4)
Tasman
 Tasman (21)

   North Canterbury

Hurunui
 Hanmer Springs (13)
 Waiau (16)
 Waipara (1)
Kaikoura
 Clarence (2)
 Kaikoura (7)
Waimakariri
 Waimakariri River (4)

   Otago

Central Otago
 Cromwell (1)
 Hawea (1)
Dunedin
 Dunedin (3)
 Otago Peninsula (3)
 Port Chalmers (1)
Queenstown
 Arrowtown (5)
 Glenorchy (7)
 Luggate (1)
 Queenstown (45)
Waitaki
 Ohau (1)
Wanaka
 Mount Aspiring (11)
 Wanaka (27)

   Queenstown

 Arrowtown (5)
 Glenorchy (7)
 Luggate (1)
 Queenstown (45)
Wanaka
 Mount Aspiring (11)
 Wanaka (27)

   Southern Lakes

 Cromwell (1)
 Makarora (5)
Fiordland
 Doubtful Sound (6)
 Fiordland National Park (12)
 Manapouri (3)
 Routeburn Track (1)
 Te Anau (12)
Milford Sound
 Milford Road (4)
 Milford Sound (14)
Mount Cook
 Lake Pukaki (1)
 Mount Cook (8)
 Tekapo (1)
Queenstown
 Arrowtown (5)
 Glenorchy (7)
 Luggate (1)
 Queenstown (45)
Wanaka
 Mount Aspiring (11)
 Wanaka (27)

   Southland

 Invercargill (1)
 Stewart Island (1)
Fiordland
 Doubtful Sound (6)
 Fiordland National Park (12)
 Manapouri (3)
 Routeburn Track (1)
 Te Anau (12)
Stewart Island
 Stewart Island (1)

   Wanaka

 Mount Aspiring (11)
 Wanaka (27)

   West Coast

 Buller River (1)
Buller
 Buller (1)
Glaciers
 Fox Glacier (1)
 Franz Josef (11)
Grey
 Greymouth (2)
Northern West Coast
 Hector (7)
 Punakaiki (4)
 Westport (1)
Westland
 Fox Glacier (1)
 Franz Josef (11)
 Haast (3)
 Hokitika (3)
 Okarito (2)
 Ross (2)

Activity Types

Water Sports

Canoeing (2)
Diving / Snorkelling (2)
Jet Boating (52)
Jet Ski (2)
Kayaking (41)
Parasailing & Paragliding (1)
River Tubing (2)
Sports Lesson (4)
Stand Up Paddleboarding (3)
Surfing (8)
Swim with Dolphins (9)
White Water Rafting (18)

Activity Listings (11-20 of 131)

Skippers Canyon Rafting and Sightseeing Trip

Skippers Canyon Rafting and Sightseeing Trip

Family Friendly - Queenstown - Starting from $199.00 per person

Raft the gentle upper reaches of the Shotover River on this half-day trip through Skippers Canyon. You'll drive from Queenstown through a former gold-mining region and learn about this significant part of New Zealand's history. The Class I and II rapids are suitable for ages three years old and up. More...

Lake Wanaka Jet Ski Tour

Lake Wanaka Jet Ski Tour

Jet Ski - Wanaka - Starting from $215.00 per person

Enjoy a jet ski tour exploring all the stunning bays, islands and alpine scenery showcasing the beauty Lake Wanaka has to offer from a different perspective. Come alone or with your partner, family or group of friends to enjoy one of the most fun moments of your Wanaka visit. Release your adrenaline driving our stylish jet skis at your own pace. Whether you have experience or are driving a jet ski for the first time, this excursion is adaptable so you can enjoy the greatest experience whatever... More...

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boat on Waimak River

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boat on Waimak River

Ports of Call Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $175.00 per person

See the sights of Christchurch when your ship is docked in Akaroa port, then enjoy one of the adrenaline-charged adventures New Zealand is famous for on a wild jet-boating ride on the Waimak River. Combining the grand urban architecture of Christchurch and the exhilarating experience of jet-boating, you’ll see both sides of New Zealand on this city and river shore excursion. More...

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride from Queenstown

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride from Queenstown

Jet Boating - Queenstown - Starting from $97.60 per person

Feel a rush of adrenaline as you skim the surface of the Shotover River by jet boat! Hold on tight as you do fishtail turns and 360-degree spins at high speeds through the narrow canyon walls. This ultimate heart-pumping experience is one you will never forget! More...

Stand Up Paddle Boarding adventure on the Clutha River grade 1-2 (The Lower Pro)

Stand Up Paddle Boarding adventure on the Clutha River grade 1-2 (The Lower Pro)

Stand Up Paddleboarding - Wanaka - Starting from $199.00 per person

A fun and fully guided tour of a lower section of the Clutha River designed for the experienced Stand Up Paddler and for those who are keen to run some of the playful grade 1-2 white water rapids. 

Soak up the serenity of the awe-inspiring river, testing your skills on a 19km stretch between Wanaka & Luggate.  This section of the river is for those confident on a SUP, or keen for adventure, with all equipment provided.

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Jet Boat and Helicopter Combo Tour in Hanmer Springs

Jet Boat and Helicopter Combo Tour in Hanmer Springs

Helicopter Tour - Hanmer Springs - Starting from $565.00 per person

A must do activity in Hanmer Springs. Get a bird’s eye view of some of NZ’s best landscape. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the mountains, lakes, and rivers from a 40-50 minute helicopter ride with a 10 minute mountain landing, and then blast through a scenic river gorge on board a jet boat.

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Lake Rotorua Hot Springs and Jet Boat Tour

Lake Rotorua Hot Springs and Jet Boat Tour

Jet Boating - Rotorua - Starting from $125.00 per person

Enjoy the excitement and exhilaration of Jet Boating with a relaxing soak in one of New Zealand's most stunning locations. 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...

Half-Day Paddle Board Tour on Lake Wanaka

Half-Day Paddle Board Tour on Lake Wanaka

Stand Up Paddleboarding - Wanaka - Starting from $179.00 per person

A Stand Up Paddle (SUP) for the explorers! No experience necessary! Fully guided tour with all equipment provided. This is your chance to SUP explore Lake Wanaka away from the busy crowds! 
A great adventure for first timers and experienced SUP paddlers alike. The welcoming clear water of the lake makes for an amazing journey. This trip is water-taxi supported, so no matter what the weather is like, you will be surrounded by the stunning scenery of Lake Wanaka. Join us and discover your... More...


Kayak Kinloch Lunch Trip

Kayak Kinloch Lunch Trip

Kayaking - - Starting from $60.00 per person

Explore the head of Lake Wakatipu and the nearby shoreline with our knowledgeable guide for an hour. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Queenstown and paddle against a backdrop of mountains on stunning blue water. Can be combined with lunch at Kinloch Lodge. More...

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Offering a hot spring bath and free WiFi, Gateway International Motel is just 3 minutes' drive from central Rotorua. It...

Akaroa Harbour and Banks Peninsula Eco Marine Harbour Cruise Small Group TourAkaroa Harbour and Banks Peninsula Eco Marine Harbour Cruise Small Group Tour - Day Tour - Akaroa. Starting from $385.00 per person.

Discover the historic town of Akaroa and the magnificent natural beauty of the Banks Peninsula on this small group...

 

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