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Full Day Queen Charlotte Kayak and Walking Tour from Picton

Kayaking - Picton - Starting from $169.00 per person

This adventure combo is without a doubt, one of the best ways to experience the Marlborough Sounds. On your full day kayak and walking tour you will experience some of the iconic activities of the spectacular Queen Charlotte Sound. Spot rays and sea birds while learning about the lush native bush. You will encounter amazing beaches and spectacular views. More...

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...

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...

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

Kayaking - Picton - Starting from $140.00 per person

Sea kayak from the picturesque Picton foreshore, across the harbour and into the Grove Arm of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Stop on a sandy beach in this beautiful remote location for morning tea and lunch. Your guide will enjoy sharing their knowledge of the Marlborough Sounds and it's native flora and fauna as you paddle along. 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...

Auckland Highlights combined with Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour

Day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $235.00 per person

This tour combines the best of Auckland city with the best of Auckland nature in the afternoon. The Auckland City tour is an easy morning introduction to the diverse city of Auckland. The tour has plenty of photo opportunities and includes the views from Mount Victoria in Devonport which are not to be missed. The afternoon nature tour is a great introduction to New Zealand nature and visits some stunning scenery of rainforest and beaches. Easy walking tracks and dramatic coastlines are... More...

Untouched Backcountry Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Helicopter Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $9900.00 per person

Untouched Backcountry Heli Tour where the helicopter is yours for the day with your own private guide to explore some of the most remote corners of the lower South Island, touching down in magical places where it feels like Giant Moas could still wander out of the wilderness.
This exclusive private tour will have you getting up close to wildlife, rainforests, waterfalls, glaciers and New Zealand's most famous attraction without crossing paths with another tourist.
Featuring Mt Nicholas... More...

Christchurch City Sightseeing - Must See Three Attractions

City Coach Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $165.00 per person

Three of the best things to do in Christchurch in one day! See New Zealands military history at the Air Force Museum, with 28 fully restored aircraft representing the four ages of flight. Visit the International Antarctic Center and experience what life is like on the ice and meet the animals of Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.
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Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Sightseeing Cruise - Picton - Starting from $87.00 per person

Visit Ship Cove on a morning boat cruise that explores the Marlborough Sounds, a broad network of waterways that makes up 20 percent of New Zealand’s coastline. Enjoy time to disembark at Ship Cove where you can see a memorial to Captain Cook, Maori wood carvings and the sheltered beach. Throughout your journey, marvel at breathtaking scenery and hear informative commentary from your knowledgeable captain about the marine life, cultural history, and natural features of this beautiful region More...

Ecoworld New Zealand tour from Marlborough Sounds

Ports of Call Tour - Picton - Starting from $24.00 per person

Get close to rare living fossil (Tuatara). Get close to rescued Little Blue Penguin
Have fun discovering amazing creatures that live in the Marlborough Sounds New Zealand
✓conservation in action ✓nature ✓heritage ✓explore & learn ✓family – friendly ✓FUN
EcoWorld’s knowledgeable staff share with you outstanding animal experiences. You discover some of the amazing animals that live in our beautiful Marlborough Sounds.
All our animals have been rescued by us,... More...