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Sunriser Classic Sea Kayaking Trip from Milford Sound

Sunriser Classic Sea Kayaking Trip from Milford Sound

Kayaking - Milford Sound - Starting from $159.00 per person

Pioneered by Rosco back in 1991. A big loop of Milford taking in all the highlights of the inner fiord, including beautiful Lady Bowen Falls. A spectacular paddle suitable for everyone. More...

Small-Group Milford Sound Day Trip and Cruise from Te Anau

Small-Group Milford Sound Day Trip and Cruise from Te Anau

Day Tour - Te Anau - Starting from $139.00 per person

Discover Milford Sound on a full-day excursion that takes you to popular scenic spots around Fiordland National Park before the crowds arrive. Travel to Milford Sound for a boat cruise through the incredible beauty of this glacier-carved fjord. Look for wildlife and admire the stunning peaks and waterfalls surrounding you. En route to Milford Sound, stop at several gorgeous locales for short walks and photo ops, learning from your expert guides about the region’s flora and fauna. Most Milford... More...

Lake Wakatipu Nature Walking Tour from Queenstown

Lake Wakatipu Nature Walking Tour from Queenstown

Nature Walk - Queenstown - Starting from $115.00 per person

Take a half-day walking tour along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to immerse yourself in some of the spectacular landscape of the South Island, just outside of Queenstown. With a knowledgeable guide, enjoy an easy walk through the native forest where you can spot birds and plants, soak up views of the lake and mountains, hear Maori stories, and learn about the vibrant ecosystem. Choose either a morning or afternoon tour, which includes a snack, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a maximum capacity of... More...

Dart River Jet Boat Ride and Wilderness Jet from Queenstown

Dart River Jet Boat Ride and Wilderness Jet from Queenstown

Jet Boating - Queenstown - Starting from $259.00 per person

Journey deep into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mt Aspiring National Park on this wilderness adventure from Queenstown. On this 6-hour tour, combine the thrill of an exhilarating jet-boat ride down the Dart River with a guided forest walk and a backcountry safari. Surrounded by awe-inspiring peaks and mysterious hidden valleys, this is an area of exceptional natural beauty. Your expert guide will bring to life the variety of landscapes, vegetation and wildlife within this unique area, as... More...

Full-Day Milford Explorer Tour and Cruise from Queenstown

Full-Day Milford Explorer Tour and Cruise from Queenstown

Day Tour - Te Anau - Starting from $125.00 per person

Recently ranked as the world's most beautiful place, Milford Sound is a must-do for those visiting New Zealand's South Island. The Milford Explorer departs Queenstown and stops at the picturesque Te Anau township on the lake before heading through the Homer Tunnel into Milford Sound. Once there, you will go on an unforgettable one and a half hour boat cruise through the Milford Sound exploring soaring peaks, towering waterfalls and New Zealand nature at its best. More...

Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour with Optional Larnach Castle Visit

Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour with Optional Larnach Castle Visit

Ports of Call Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $199.00 per person

While you’re in port in Dunedin, explore the history and landscapes of the Otago Peninsula on this 7.5-hour tour. Travel through Dunedin as a guide points out local landmarks including Baldwin Street and the historic railway station. Stroll among the flowerbeds of the pretty Larnach Castle gardens, and upgrade to include entry to Larnach Castle — where New Zealand’s Victorian history comes to life. Then, head along the Otago Peninsula — home to native albatross, fur seals, penguins, and sea... More...

Maori Experience including Hangi Dinner and Guided Kiwi Tour

Maori Experience including Hangi Dinner and Guided Kiwi Tour

Maori - Christchurch - Starting from $165.00 per person

Experience the South Island's only Māori Cultural Experience and Hāngī dinner & guaranteed kiwi viewing all in one location.
An 'up close, personal and interactive' experience including New Zealand's wildlife, culture and cuisine.
• 45 minute guided kiwi tour
• 1.5 hour interactive Māori Cultural experience
• 4 course dinner with hāngī cooked mains
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Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Swim with Dolphins - Christchurch - Starting from $295.00 per person

Explore the coastal town of Akaroa and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime chance to swim with dolphins on this full day tour from Christchurch. Travel through the breathtaking New Zealand countryside to Akaroa and admire sights of interest such as Governor’s Bay and Lake Ellesmere on route. Cruise into the harbour with your guide and watch the waves for marine life. Strap on your snorkel and flippers and swim with elegant Hector’s dolphins in the wild. Enjoy free time to explore Akaroa, then visit a... More...

Lake Wakatipu and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride

Lake Wakatipu and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride

Jet Boating - Queenstown - Starting from $135.00 per person

Feel your adrenaline soar as you zoom along Lake Wakatipu and the Kawarau River during a 1-hour Queenstown jet boat ride. Admire the Remarkables Range, Kelvin Peninsula and Cecil Peak, and hold on tight as an experienced driver performs fishtail turns and 360-degree spins at high speeds. You’ll access remote parts of the wilderness beyond the Kawarau Falls Dam, passing between narrow canyon walls and skimming across shallow water with ease. Choose from several tour times throughout the day. More...

Full-Day Marlborough Catamaran Cruise with Wine Tour and Lunch

Full-Day Marlborough Catamaran Cruise with Wine Tour and Lunch

Day Cruise - Picton - Starting from $262.00 per person

Experience 'The Ultimate Marlborough Day Out', on this full day, small group tour.
In the morning enjoy a scenic cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound, aboard a catamaran and get to see the historic Ship Cove, where Captain Cook anchored way back in 1770. Returning to shore around 12.30pm, you will then be taken to a winery to have a single main course lunch with a glass of wine of your choice. 
After lunch you will get to visit a couple more wineries with a chance to try some more of... More...

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Swim with wild New Zealand Fur Seals in the shallow waters of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula. This is an experience...

 

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