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2-Hour Milford Sound Helicopter Tour Including Glacier Landing

Helicopter Tour - Wanaka - Starting from $990.00 per person

Enjoy the spectacular scenic flight over Milford Sound on this extensive flight from Wanaka. Cross the remote Harris and Darran Mountain Ranges of lower South Island with their rocky peaks and deep valleys. Fly over and land at Milford Sound with it’s stunning waterfalls and wildlife. Return via the Tutoko Plateau and spectacular Southern Alps landing on the Isobel Glacier before returning above the braided Matukituki River. More...

Lord of the Rings Mt Owen, Exit from the Mines of Moria

Air Tour - Nelson - Starting from $1125.00 per person

Included in this adventure:
• Approximately 40 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park
• Two-way communication between you and your pilot
• 1 x Mountain landing
SIGHTS:
• Official Lord of the Rings film location!
• Unique land forms, habitats, plant communities and wildlife
• Native bush
• Breathtaking mountain landscapes More...

Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise

Multi-day Cruise - Milford Sound - Starting from $359.00 per person

An overnight cruise amidst spectacular Milford Sound, is a once in a lifetime experience. While on board the Milford Mariner you will cruise the full length of this spectacular fiord to the Tasman Sea before anchoring for the night in sheltered Harrison Cove.

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Full-Day Marlborough Scenic and Wine Tour from Blenheim

Wine Tour - Blenheim - Starting from $165.00 per person

This full-day Marlborough experience from Blenheim takes you across the Wairau Plains into the picturesque sea port of Havelock, where you can stop to explore and enjoy morning tea. Voyage through the stunning vistas of the Queen Charlotte Drive back into charming town of Picton. Here you'll stop to browse and have lunch, before doing a half-day wine tour.

Travel through the beautiful Marlborough wine region visiting four or five wineries. Learn about the wines and wineries from the... More...

Christchurch Maori Concert and Kiwi Viewing

Maori - Christchurch - Starting from $130.00 per person

Complete your New Zealand experience with a traditional Maori Concert. On this evening tour from Christchurch, visit the Nga Hau E Wha National Marae, where you will view a cultural performance of Maori dance and song including the famous haka! More...

City to Surf Signature Tour

Private Tour - Auckland - Starting from $297.12 per person

Experience Auckland's fascinating volcanic landscape, get a taste of Maori history and discover the wonderful West Coast, the home of Maui Dolphins, Seals (Kekenos) and native bird life.
Leaving the crowds behind us we will travel to the wild West Coast. Enjoy the wonderful nature on a walk through mystic rainforest before reaching the 60 km long black sand beach. Stop for a picnic with an amazing view over the Tasman Sea and if you are lucky you will see playful Maui Dolphins, sunbathing... More...

Small-Group Seal Colony and Wellington City Tour

Half-day Tour - Wellington - Starting from $385.00 per person

Discover the natural highlights around beautiful Wellington on a full-day guided tour that explores the South Coast and Red Rocks, and visits the Museum of Wellington City and Sea and Wellington Botanic Gardens. Travel by 4WD to see a New Zealand fur seal colony and take in spectacular views of the Tasman Sea. Learn about Maori legends and Wellington’s history, get close to native plant and bird life and enjoy lunch alongside Wellington Harbour. Small-group tour limited to six people ensures a... More...

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...

Tour with the Mountain Shredder Queenstown

Wildlife - Queenstown - Starting from $190.00 per person

Take off road adventuring to a whole new level with the DTV mountain shredder!

This ground-breaking hybrid vehicle offers a powerful and exhilarating crossover between a Skateboard and a Tank.

Redefining the term ‘off road’, this epic vehicle transforms the outdoors into your personal playground!

With a powerful engine and tracks, the Mountain Shredder makes high speed travel a breeze on any terrain, year round, in any conditions!

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Small-Group Gold Discovery Horse Riding in Cardrona Valley

Horse Riding - Wanaka - Starting from $109.00 per person

Enjoy a beautiful crisp morning horse trek in the Cardrona valley, Wanaka. All horse riding experience levels are catered for and the group sizes are small. A scenic trail takes you under the willow trees and through the river then up into the hills for some stunning views down the valley and across to the surrounding mountains. Learn about the 1860s gold rush and a working farm among other interesting facts from the informative guide. See more details at www.thecardrona.co.nz/horses More...