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Akaroa Shore Excursion: Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

Ports of Call Tour - Akaroa - Starting from $85.00 per person

After your cruise ship docks in Akaroa, take a nature cruise across the harbor to spot dolphins and admire New Zealand’s stunning scenery. Look out for New Zealand’s friendly Hector’s dolphins, the world’s rarest and smallest dolphins, and bring your camera along on your shore excursion to photograph soaring volcanic cliffs, secluded sea caves and tropical palm trees. More...

Taieri Gorge Railway and the Otago Peninsula Day Trip from Dunedin

Day Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $199.00 per person

Explore the South Island’s gorgeous scenery on a full-day excursion from Dunedin. In the morning, travel aboard the Taieri Gorge Railway through stunning mountain landscapes en route to Pukerangi. Then return to Dunedin for an afternoon tour of the Otago Peninsula by minivan. Get personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide on this small-group tour limited to 19 people. More...

One-Way Ferry from Stewart Island to Bluff

Ferry Service - Stewart Island - Starting from $85.00 per person

Book this one-way ferry ride from Stewart Island to Bluff for a comfortable journey across Foveaux Strait on our modern catamarans. More...

Kaikoura Express return from Christchurch

Maori - Christchurch - Starting from $60.00 per person

Come and say, 'Kia Ora!' to Kaikoura
Run away to Kaikoura for a 1 or 2 day scenic trip with complimentary Christchurch pick ups.
Just 200 kms to the North, Kaikoura is a historic seaside settlement famous for wildlife, culture and great food!
Jump aboard the Kaikoura Express and we'll take you on a scenic journey direct to the heart of Kaikoura with optional free connections to the Dolphin Encounter and Albatross Tours.
Check out the native New Zealand Fur Seals, the rough rugged... More...

Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek

Horse Riding - Wanaka - Starting from $149.00 per person

Saddle up on this very unique horse trekking experience, just 20 minutes from Wanaka. The half-day High Country Pub horse trek takes you up into the beautiful mountains of Cardrona Valley allowing breath taking views of the surrounding Pisa and Crown Ranges and Cardrona Ski Area. No riding experience is necessary as all tuition is provided, however if you want to cut loose there are many chances for trotting and cantering on this ride and a stopover at the historic Cardrona Hotel to stretch... More...

Catlins Coastal Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Helicopter Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $12185.00 per person

The Catlins Coastal Helicopter tour takes you for a 6-hour unique wildlife experience on the remote Southern coast of New Zealand’s South Island.
Your private helicopter charter for up to 6 guests will have you flying south over beautiful Lake Wakatipu past the Hector Mountains and over the Southland plains, where you will see lots of sheep and cattle dotting the fertile farmland below before you meet the Southern Coast of New Zealand and the Catlins Conservation area.
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Cruise the remotest part of The Marlborough Sounds

Sightseeing Cruise - Havelock - Starting from $132.00 per person

Sunday Best of the Sounds Cruise operates every Sunday through Summer from November to April and brings together all the best highlights in one cruise You’ll see local wildlife, walk through native bush and enjoy spectacular views of Tennyson Inlet. The Jacobs Bay walk gives a gentle but wonderful ‘up close and personal’ taste of the magic of the Sounds. This area is perfect to enjoy swimming as it is sheltered from the wind. Relax for lunch at The Lodge at Te Rawa or bring your own and... More...

Kayak the Waikato River Taupo

Kayaking - Taupo - Starting from $80.00 per person

Waikato River Float

Cruise lazily down the Waikato River, New Zealand’s longest river, on this gentle kayak tour. The tour starts near the control bridge in town and meanders down the slow moving crytal clear waters of the Waikato River. Kayak past stunning cliff faces, lush native forests, islands, river wildlife and swimming holes. You will kayak under Taupo Bungy’s platform where hopefully someone will be hurling themselves down into the water. Cheer them on! Towards the end of... More...

Milford Sound Kayaking Day Tour

Kayaking - Milford Sound - Starting from $155.00 per person

Take in all the highlights on this loop of Milford Sound; feel alive gliding alongside massive vertical cliffs, take photos underneath rugged snow-capped peaks and admire our abundant rain forest while keeping a keen eye out for any wildlife.

With a relaxed vibe and no experience necessary everyone can get close to nature in this World Heritage site. Our trained kayak guides will provide knowledgeable commentary and with intimate groups of 8 per guide you won't miss a thing. Enjoy a... More...