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Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

So much to see in this spectacular one day guided adventure! On a high tide, explore the dreamy depths of Shag Harbour where you can …More

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Marahau, New Zealand

So much to see in this spectacular one day guided adventure! On a high tide, explore the dreamy depths of Shag Harbour where you can...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$207
InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year. …More

Picton, New Zealand

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year....

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (214)
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$60
Gibbston Valley Wines - Cave Tour

This iconic experience includes a visit within New Zealand's largest wine cave. Informative and fun, this is a must-do activity to gain a true understanding …More

This iconic experience includes a visit within New Zealand's largest wine cave. Informative and fun, this is a must-do activity to gain a true understanding...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (102)
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$16
Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown

Discover Wānaka, Arrowtown and the spectacular Crown Range on a relaxed small-group day tour from Queenstown. Travel with a knowledgeable local driver-guide through dramatic mountain …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Discover Wānaka, Arrowtown and the spectacular Crown Range on a relaxed small-group day tour from Queenstown. Travel with a knowledgeable local driver-guide through dramatic mountain...

6 hours
4.9 (295)
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$120
Garden and City tour

This is a short tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise ship passengers but anyone can …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

This is a short tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise ship passengers but anyone can...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (242)
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$35
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes...

6 hours
4.0 (124)
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$131
Abel Tasman Cruise- Best Day trip

Our small group personalized day-trip is the best way to experience all the Abel Tasman National Park has to offer in comfort in one day. …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Our small group personalized day-trip is the best way to experience all the Abel Tasman National Park has to offer in comfort in one day....

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (245)
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$264
Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

Come and enjoy a kayaking tour to a wildlife sanctuary not able to be accessed by the general public. Unless you have a kayak in …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Come and enjoy a kayaking tour to a wildlife sanctuary not able to be accessed by the general public. Unless you have a kayak in...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (23)
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$88
Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

You’re going to love how easy it is to kayak in and around the beautiful Kaikōura Peninsula using the Hobie Mirage Drive Pedal. We have …More

Kaikoura, New Zealand

You’re going to love how easy it is to kayak in and around the beautiful Kaikōura Peninsula using the Hobie Mirage Drive Pedal. We have...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (55)
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$83
Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch

Experience and immerse yourself in the rugged coastal architecture of New Zealand. The Coastal Pacific travels breathtakingly close to the Pacific Ocean, where the roaring, …More

Picton, New Zealand

Experience and immerse yourself in the rugged coastal architecture of New Zealand. The Coastal Pacific travels breathtakingly close to the Pacific Ocean, where the roaring,...

5 hours 40 minutes
4.6 (331)
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$158
Off Road Quad Bike Adventure Tour in Franz Josef

Drive a Quad Bike along the ancient glacial pathways of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, carved into the landscape by ice and water over thousands …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Drive a Quad Bike along the ancient glacial pathways of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, carved into the landscape by ice and water over thousands...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (360)
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$86
Kepler Track Water Taxi

Spend a day on the stunning Kepler Track, one of NZ’s most rewarding day walks! You can’t beat a walking track that’s been built with …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

Spend a day on the stunning Kepler Track, one of NZ’s most rewarding day walks! You can’t beat a walking track that’s been built with...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (46)
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$17
Massages in Queenstown

At Body Sanctum, we know that in today's environment, our lives are just forever busy, we never have enough time! Body Sanctum has been designed …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

At Body Sanctum, we know that in today's environment, our lives are just forever busy, we never have enough time! Body Sanctum has been designed...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (266)
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$169
Castle, Coast & City Half-day Private Tour (German or English)

Offered in German or English! From the soaring spires to the sweeping beaches, experience the best of New Zealand's most fascinating wee city with an …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

Offered in German or English! From the soaring spires to the sweeping beaches, experience the best of New Zealand's most fascinating wee city with an...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (15)
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$518
Albatross, seals, and sea birds-Wildlife Cruise

Small group tours, by Otago Harbour's most experienced skipper/guide! You wont find a wildlife guide with more experience on Otago harbour then owner/operator Rachel McGregor. …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

Small group tours, by Otago Harbour's most experienced skipper/guide! You wont find a wildlife guide with more experience on Otago harbour then owner/operator Rachel McGregor....

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (202)
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$109
CHP Bike Rentals Cromwell

• Start from Cromwell and enjoy your leisurely ride to Clyde - shuttle transport included. • Latest LLEVANT Electric Mountain Bikes and TREK Roscoe 7's …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

• Start from Cromwell and enjoy your leisurely ride to Clyde - shuttle transport included. • Latest LLEVANT Electric Mountain Bikes and TREK Roscoe 7's...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (283)
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$104
Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery

Enjoy Dunedin on a private tour, tailored exclusively for your group of up to six passengers. A knowledgeable driver-guide will show you the city’s best …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

Enjoy Dunedin on a private tour, tailored exclusively for your group of up to six passengers. A knowledgeable driver-guide will show you the city’s best...

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,035
Full-Day Marlborough Wine Region Bike Hire

Leave your worries behind you, hire a bike, and spend the day touring around the beautiful, scenic Marlborough wine region. This bike hire will ensure …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

Leave your worries behind you, hire a bike, and spend the day touring around the beautiful, scenic Marlborough wine region. This bike hire will ensure...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$37
25mins Private Helicopter Flight in Franz Josef with Landing

On our private Glacier Explorer flight, you'll fly over the Franz Josef Glacier and then into the Southern Alps to enjoy the included 10-minute snow …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

On our private Glacier Explorer flight, you'll fly over the Franz Josef Glacier and then into the Southern Alps to enjoy the included 10-minute snow...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (12)
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$848
Private Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region

The deluxe guided biking wine tour of the Marlborough wine region is private touring at its best. You will be picked up from your Blenheim …More

Blenheim, New Zealand

The deluxe guided biking wine tour of the Marlborough wine region is private touring at its best. You will be picked up from your Blenheim...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (15)
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$340

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