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Wildlife Island Sanctuary (Motuara ) and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

Wildlife - Picton - Starting from $99.00 per person

The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular wildlife. Visit Motuara Island and cruise the majestic Queen Charlotte sound. Water, wilderness and wildlife. You will have the opportunity to see multiple species of wildlife, including rare sea birds, marine mammals and endangered land birds. Led by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, you will be given the possibility of viewing five... 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...

The Ultimate Lord of the Rings Combo Tour

Air Tour - Nelson - Starting from $1950.00 per person

Included in this adventure
• Approximately 90 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park
• Two-way communication between you and your pilot
• 2 x Mountain landings
SIGHTS:
• 2 x Lord of the Rings film locations!
• Unique land forms, habitats, plant communities and wildlife
• Native bush
• Breathtaking mountain landscapes More...

Full day Guided Sea Kayak Tour from Picton

Kayaking - Picton - Starting from $130.00 per person

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on a full day small group guided sea kayak tour. Your tour takes in the western end of the Queen Charlotte Sound with its sheltered coves, beautiful beaches, azure blue waters and lush native bush. You will stop at a secluded beach for a delicious lunch. Learn about the history of the area from your knowledgeable, relaxed and friendly guides.
Your guide will be with you for the day to answer questions, share pearls of wisdom and... More...

Milford Sound Coach & Nature Cruise ex Queenstown with flyback

Day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $609.00 per person

Journey in comfort on one of our brand new, glass-roof coaches and take in incredible panoramic views on the road to Milford Sound. Enjoy entertaining commentary, and let us show you the best stops along the way as you connect seamlessly to your Milford Sound cruise.
Discover native wildlife, towering waterfalls and majestic mountains on our extended Milford Sound Nature Cruise. Get within touching distance of impressive rock walls and close enough to feel the full force the powerful... More...

Larnach Castle & Gardens Tour from Dunedin

Castle - Dunedin - Starting from $70.00 per person

Explore New Zealand`s only castle with Headfirst Travel

You will be picked-up at the Dunedin i-Site (50 The Octagon) at 10am (Summer), 2pm (Summer Only) or 9am Winter. Please note that pick up from Port Chalmers is not included. Enjoy a 30 minute scenic drive to Larnach Castle where a 45 minute Guided tour of the castle itself is included in your tour. After your guided tour of Larnach Castle enjoy 45 minutes of free time to relax in their cafe or explore the beautiful grounds. A 1... More...

Abel Tasman National Park Cruise and Forest Walk

Wildlife - Kaiteriteri - Starting from $92.00 per person

Enjoy the Abel Tasman National Park on a full-day of discovery. Experience an ultimate boat cruise around the national park with live commentary. Take a 10.5-km walk through some of the most stunning forests that New Zealand offers. You'll enjoy some time to relax at some beaches including Medlands and Anchorage and see some wildlife. More...

Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Queenstown including Helicopter Flight

Day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $1036.00 per person

Treat yourself to the ultimate Milford Sound experience on this day trip from Queenstown that allows you to see this world-famous fiord region by land, sea and air. Enjoy a scenic drive through the alpine landscapes of the ‘Milford Road’; take a 2-hour cruise along the full length of Milford Sound to see its legendary natural scenery and wildlife; and end the day with a thrilling helicopter flight over the sound, Mt Tutoko and Lake Wakatipu. You’ll also learn about the area from a driver/guide. More...

Up Close Encounter of Amazing New Zealand Creatures and Behind the Scenes Tour

Family Friendly - Picton - Starting from $39.00 per person

Up Close Encounters (up close face to face)* and Behind the Scenes (where our staff go)* Tour (1 hour)
Go behind the scenes at EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, get up close and very personal with some of New Zealand's extraordinary creatures up-close.
Up Close Encounters provides you with a one of a kind experience by combining exclusive creature encounters with intimate guide interactions with EcoWorld’s knowledgeable staff.
•Tuataras - New Zealand’s very rare... More...

Peninsula Cruise/Bus from Dunedin incl. Penguin Place - half day

Half-day Tour - Dunedin - Starting from NZ $139.00 per person

Cruise the length of the beautiful Otago Harbour before embarking on an exploration of Taiaroa Head's spectacular wildlife a scenic Otago Peninsula bus tour. An unforgettable experience awaits; be fascinated and exhilarated with the wealth of wildlife and the dramatic views of Otago Peninsula and the South Pacific Ocean.

Included is a tour to the award winning Penguin Place, home of the Yellow Eyed Penguin, which can only be found on the the southern shores of New Zealand's South... More...