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Kaikoura Whale Watching - 45 Minute Ocean Safari

Experience the ultimate Kaikōura helicopter tour and witness New Zealand’s incredible marine life from above. Fly over the renowned Kaikōura Canyon to spot Sperm, Humpback, …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

Experience the ultimate Kaikōura helicopter tour and witness New Zealand’s incredible marine life from above. Fly over the renowned Kaikōura Canyon to spot Sperm, Humpback,...

1 hour 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$483
Queenstown: Private Skippers Canyon Photography & Sightseeing

Journey with us into wild and remote Skippers Canyon. We'll take you on a photographic adventure into some of New Zealand's most spectacular and majestic landscapes …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand

Journey with us into wild and remote Skippers Canyon. We'll take you on a photographic adventure into some of New Zealand's most spectacular and majestic landscapes...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$141
The Family Cruiser

Join our friendly kayak guides as they share their enthusiasm for this stunning stretch of coast. From Marahau head south on a relaxing exploration of …More

Marahau, New Zealand

Join our friendly kayak guides as they share their enthusiasm for this stunning stretch of coast. From Marahau head south on a relaxing exploration of...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$68
Marlborough Ultimate Day Out including Cruise, Wine Tour & Lunch

Marlborough Ultimate Day Out puts the Marlborough Sounds and Marlborough wine into one full day with The Original Marlborough Wine Tours. The morning is a …More

Picton, New Zealand

Marlborough Ultimate Day Out puts the Marlborough Sounds and Marlborough wine into one full day with The Original Marlborough Wine Tours. The morning is a...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$234
Queenstown Afternoon Wine Tour: Gibbston Valley | NZ Local Guide

Three Distinctive Winery Experiences in One Afternoon Escape Queenstown and step into Gibbston Valley wine country — known as the “Valley of the Vines” — …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand

Three Distinctive Winery Experiences in One Afternoon Escape Queenstown and step into Gibbston Valley wine country — known as the “Valley of the Vines” —...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$130
Queenstown: Guided Dirt Bike Ride – Private Off-Road Trails

• Ride real off-road terrain on a private 650-acre property, 5 minutes from central Queenstown - hill climbs, creek crossings, and forest trails with sweeping …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

• Ride real off-road terrain on a private 650-acre property, 5 minutes from central Queenstown - hill climbs, creek crossings, and forest trails with sweeping...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$255
Milford Sound Scenic Flight with Landing from Queenstown

Don’t miss out on a spectacular scenic flight with Air Milford to Milford Sound and back. This tour is perfect for those who have already …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Don’t miss out on a spectacular scenic flight with Air Milford to Milford Sound and back. This tour is perfect for those who have already...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$436
Queenstown Lake Cruise to Walter Peak Farm with BBQ Buffet

Cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Board the Spirit of Queenstown, a modern catamaran with a licensed bar where you can …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Board the Spirit of Queenstown, a modern catamaran with a licensed bar where you can...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$96
Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise

Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove, …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$45
Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise

Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound from Queenstown. Modern comforts such as …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound from Queenstown. Modern comforts such as...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$225
Lake Tekapo Ultimate Stargazing Experience

Enjoy a 2-hour stargazing experience with an experienced guide. We keep the tour to a maximum of 10pax adults for best experience. Learn about the …More

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Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Enjoy a 2-hour stargazing experience with an experienced guide. We keep the tour to a maximum of 10pax adults for best experience. Learn about the...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$124
Queenstown: Guide-Driven Off-Road Buggy Tour with Wakatipu Views

No licence, no driving required - your expert guide takes the wheel while you take in the scenery. Hop in, buckle up, and enjoy a …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

No licence, no driving required - your expert guide takes the wheel while you take in the scenery. Hop in, buckle up, and enjoy a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$374
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway & City Sightseeing

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a trip through the spectacular scenery surrounding the Taieri River on board the Taieri Gorge Railway. Travel …More

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Port Chalmers, New Zealand

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a trip through the spectacular scenery surrounding the Taieri River on board the Taieri Gorge Railway. Travel...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$165
Queenstown Helicopter Tour: Glacier Landing and Scenic Views

Take to the skies above Queenstown and land on a remote glacier blanketed in snow for a true alpine adventure. Experience the stunning vistas of …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand

Take to the skies above Queenstown and land on a remote glacier blanketed in snow for a true alpine adventure. Experience the stunning vistas of...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$508
Milford Sound Cruise with Live Nature Guide and Hot Drinks

Join your longest and most immersive Milford Sound cruise, giving you over two hours to experience everything that makes this destination famous around the world. …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

Join your longest and most immersive Milford Sound cruise, giving you over two hours to experience everything that makes this destination famous around the world....

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$113
Tandem Skydive 18,000ft from Franz Josef

Skydive amongst mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers and ocean views. Skydive Franz has New Zealand’s highest mountain Aoraki/Mount Cook and the biggest glaciers Fox and Franz …More

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Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Skydive amongst mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers and ocean views. Skydive Franz has New Zealand’s highest mountain Aoraki/Mount Cook and the biggest glaciers Fox and Franz...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$454
Scenic 4WD Tour Lake Tekapo Backcountry

Explore Tekapo's backcountry wilderness on a Scenic 4WD Tour, offering private access into some of The Mackenzie's most beautiful High Country Stations. Discover the best …More

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Explore Tekapo's backcountry wilderness on a Scenic 4WD Tour, offering private access into some of The Mackenzie's most beautiful High Country Stations. Discover the best...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$241
Monteith's Brewery Tour

JOIN THE BEER EXPERIENCE TOUR The Monteith’s Brewing Co Beer Experience is a walking, talking and tasting tour through the original home of Monteith’s. Join …More

Greymouth, New Zealand

JOIN THE BEER EXPERIENCE TOUR The Monteith’s Brewing Co Beer Experience is a walking, talking and tasting tour through the original home of Monteith’s. Join...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$26
Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Marlborough

This tour is one you design yourself. Use our timetable and descriptions of venues to decide where you want to hop off. Then when you're …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

This tour is one you design yourself. Use our timetable and descriptions of venues to decide where you want to hop off. Then when you're...

4 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
Routeburn Guided Nature Trail - Half Day

Experience the natural beauty of the Glenorchy region on a relaxed half-day journey from Queenstown to the Routeburn Nature Loop. Travel alongside Lake Whakatipu through …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand

Experience the natural beauty of the Glenorchy region on a relaxed half-day journey from Queenstown to the Routeburn Nature Loop. Travel alongside Lake Whakatipu through...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$160

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