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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...

Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $89.00 per person

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove, learn from your expert captain about wildlife and cultural history, and take in the gorgeous scenery of Queen Charlotte Sound. Look for endangered native birds including the South Island saddleback, king shag, little blue penguin and kiwi as well as seals and rare dolphins. More...

Blue Lake Express

Air Tour - Nelson - Starting from $1875.00 per person

Included in this adventure:
• Approximately 60 minutes flight time exploring the Nelson Lakes National Park
• Two-way communication between you and your pilot
• 1 x Mountain landing
SIGHTS:
• Blue Lake – the world’s clearest lake
• Unique land forms, habitats, plant communities and wildlife
• Native bush
• Breathtaking mountain landscapes More...

Franz Josef Wildlife Center Adm with Optional Backstage Pass

Nature Park - Franz Josef - Starting from $38.00 per person

Voted one of the 12 must-see things to visit in New Zealand by Lonely Planet, the West Coast Wildlife Centre is the largest kiwi hatching facility in the South island and the foremost indoor, all-weather attraction in Franz Josef. You are guaranteed to see live kiwi during the day inside our nocturnal house, including the world's rarest kiwis. Discover the interactive glacier attraction and West Coast storytelling areas or go behind the scenes on the “Kiwi Backstage Pass Tour.” Numbers are... More...

Anchorage Sail and Walk

Sailing - Kaiteriteri - Starting from $98.00 per person

Start your day sailing from Kaiteriteri beach, soaking up the scenery along the stunning coastline, passing the iconic Split Apple Rock and the playful NZ Fur Seal colony. Take in the golden beaches, bays, islands and birdsong. Learn about the history, marine life flora and fauna from your knowledgeable skipper before arriving at Anchorage Bay around midday.
Enjoy your own packed lunch on the beach or take a swim before starting your self guided nature walk back to Marahau. Stroll along... More...

Waitakere Ranges Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour from Auckland

Day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $160.00 per person

Explore and admire Auckland's largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges on this 5 hour afternoon eco-tour.

You'll be picked up from your centrally located Auckland hotel before traveling 30-minutes west to the Arataki Visitor Centre. From the Arataki Centre take in panoramic views extending from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean and absorb the area's history and admire the magnificent traditional Maori carvings that stand guard there.

From here enjoy a walk in the... More...

Kaikoura Albatross Encounter Tour from Christchurch

Day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $315.00 per person

Kaikoura is famous for whales and dolphins and arguably one of the world's most exciting arenas for ocean going birds. This full day tour accompanies the Kaikoura Whale Watch Tours from Christchurch. Within close proximity of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula, see a considerable array of albatross, petrels, shearwaters, terns, shags and gulls. 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...

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Swim with Dolphins in Akaroa Harbour

Ports of Call Tour - Akaroa - Starting from $89.00 per person

When your cruise ship docks in Akaroa, take a shore excursion to swim with dolphins. Akaroa’s beautiful sheltered harbor is the only place on the planet where you can swim with wild Hector’s dolphins, also known as the New Zealand dolphin. With a maximum of 12 swimming participants, this tour provides a fun-filled small-group experience. More...

Peninsula Cruise/Bus from Dunedin - half day

Half-day Tour - Dunedin - Starting from NZ $89.00 per person

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

Experience unrivalled viewing of the exciting and diverse wildlife that makes its home on Otago Peninsula's spectacular Taiaroa Head. Visit the world's... More...