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Swimming with Wild Dolphins in Akaroa

Swimming with Wild Dolphins in Akaroa

Swim with Dolphins - Akaroa - Starting from $89.00 per person

Make a date with the worlds smallest, rarest and friendliest dolphins only on Akaroa Harbour. There is only one place on the planet where you can swim with wild Hector's dolphins, also known as the New Zealand Dolphin, and that is the beautiful sheltered Akaroa Harbour.

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Milford Sound Scenic Flight and Nature Cruise

Milford Sound Scenic Flight and Nature Cruise

Sightseeing Cruise - Te Anau - Starting from $565.00 per person

See Milford Sound by air and water on a half-day tour from Queenstown that includes a round-trip flight and a boat tour through the sound. Save time and enjoy spectacular views as you fly over the breathtaking landscape of Fiordland National Park. Then, land in Milford Sound and board your boat to explore the scenic waterways of this World Heritage–listed region. Experienced naturalists and your pilot share informative commentary about the geology and wildlife of Milford Sound throughout this... More...

Return Ferry to Stewart Island from Bluff

Return Ferry to Stewart Island from Bluff

Ferry Service - Bluff - Starting from $148.00 per person

Zip across Foveaux Strait between Bluff and Stewart Island and back on our comfortable catamarans. Visit Stewart Island, just one hour’s ferry ride from Bluff and New Zealand’s ultimate eco-tourism destination. During the trip keep an eye out for wildlife – particularly seabirds such as Mollymawk (Albatross) and Titi which often follow the vessel. Our friendly staff provide informative commentary and point out highlights. More...

Full-Day Marlborough Scenic and Wine Tour from Blenheim

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...


4-Hour Milford Sound Cruise and Fly Experience

4-Hour Milford Sound Cruise and Fly Experience

Air Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $499.00 per person

Summer Season covers flights during 1st October  - 30th April
Winter Season covers flights during 1st May - 30th September

Guaranteed window seats with unimpaired views as you fly to Milford Sound through a landscape of unbelievable grandeur and beauty.

Once in Milford Sound, your pilot will accompany you from the airport to the boat terminal. Everything is organized for you, you don't have to worry about a... More...

High Country Discovery Tour from Queenstown

High Country Discovery Tour from Queenstown

Half-day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $195.00 per person

Venture on an exciting 4-hour tour by 4WD across private farmland in the heart of Middle-earth. Explore the Paradise Valley area in Glenorchy that and customize your itinerary with a small group. You decide whether you want to get lost in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' movie locations, observe farm animals, go for a walk in stunning scenery, or practice your photography skills. More...

Milford Sound Day Trip and Cruise from Queenstown by Luxury Coach

Milford Sound Day Trip and Cruise from Queenstown by Luxury Coach

Day Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $169.00 per person

Sit back, stretch out, relax and enjoy the scenery in the warmth and comfort of a luxury Volvo coach. These coaches are the most luxurious way to travel from Queenstown to Milford Sound on a Full-Day Tour, our drivers are local kiwis who know all about this region and its stories. Enjoy the Milford Sound Cruise before hoping back on the bus for your return journey to Queenstown.

More leg room more comfort, plenty of photo opportunities, toilet on-board the coach, glass roof for that... More...

Private Kaikoura Day Tour Including Whale Watching

Private Kaikoura Day Tour Including Whale Watching

Day Tour - Kaikoura - Starting from $295.00 per person

Experience the magical marine life on a private day tour to the coastal town of Kaikoura, where mountains meet the sea. Get up-close with nature as you step on board for your Whale Watch Cruise. Spot the Giant Sperm Whales, dusky dolphins, albatross & an abundance of marine wildlife in their natural habitat. Walk up to the peninsula walkway with spectacular scenery & visit the seal colony.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
• Scenic drive to the coastal town of Kaikoura, where mountains meet the sea.
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Dart River 'Funyak' Canoe and Jet Boat Tour from Queenstown

Dart River 'Funyak' Canoe and Jet Boat Tour from Queenstown

Jet Boating - Queenstown - Starting from $379.00 per person

Discover the untamed beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mount Aspiring National Park on this full-day Dart River 'funyak' (inflatable canoe) and jet boat tour from Queenstown! Travel by coach to Glenorchy, where your adventure begins, and then hop aboard a jet boat and ride up the picturesque Dart River. Speeding through a landscape of outstanding natural beauty, your tour passes the 'Middle-earth' countryside that featured in the popular 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. In a secluded... More...

Milford Sound Scenic Flight with Cruise and Kayak Tour

Milford Sound Scenic Flight with Cruise and Kayak Tour

Kayaking - Queenstown - Starting from $725.00 per person

A Fly/Cruise & Kayak/Fly is the ultimate experience to discover Milford Sound above, on and below the surface, taking in magnificent views of mountains, lakes, waterfalls, glaciers and forest.
This tour includes a return scenic flight from Queenstown with pilot commentary, Milford Sound Cruise, visit to the Milford Sound Underwater Observatory, one hour of guided kayaking around sheltered Harrison Cove, a freshly prepared meal, and hotel pick up/drop off in Queenstown provided.
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Big Sky Nelson Luxury Eco B&BBig Sky Nelson Luxury Eco B&B - Bed and Breakfast.

Located only 13 minutes' from Nelson City Centre, Big Sky Nelson B&B offers modern luxury rooms with complete privacy...

Milford Sound Coach & Nature Cruise with Buffet Lunch from Te AnauMilford Sound Coach & Nature Cruise with Buffet Lunch from Te Anau - Day Tour - South Island. Starting from $169.00 per person.

Journey in comfort on one of our brand new, glass-roof coaches and take in incredible, panoramic views on the road to...

 

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