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Private Champagne Picnic on a Peak with Helicopter Ride

The Picnic on the Peak is one of our most popular excursions. Queenstown has some of the most breathtaking scenery in New Zealand and what …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

The Picnic on the Peak is one of our most popular excursions. Queenstown has some of the most breathtaking scenery in New Zealand and what...

60 to 210 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (21)
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$2,033
Rakaia Glaciers

Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$2,054
Heli-Scenic Abel Tasman Experience

Included in this adventure • Approximately 50 minutes flight time cruising over the Abel Tasman National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Included in this adventure • Approximately 50 minutes flight time cruising over the Abel Tasman National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$2,274
Private Tour South Island (From Queenstown)

If you're in need of transfers in South Island, look no further. Our minivan hire with Chauffeur/ Guide are the perfect way to get around South …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

If you're in need of transfers in South Island, look no further. Our minivan hire with Chauffeur/ Guide are the perfect way to get around South...

2 to 60 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$2,293
Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in …More

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Nelson, New Zealand

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (33)
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$2,632
9 Day South to North Island NZ Private Tour from Queenstown

This signature 9-day, 8-night tour offers a perfect blend of daily travel, covering the majority of top attractions in both South Island (Milford Sound to …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand

This signature 9-day, 8-night tour offers a perfect blend of daily travel, covering the majority of top attractions in both South Island (Milford Sound to...

9 days Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (15)
from
$2,703
Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

Included in this adventure • Approximately 60 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot • 1 …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Included in this adventure • Approximately 60 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot • 1...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$2,757
Lord of the Rings Mt Owen, Exit from the Mines of Moria

Included in this adventure: • Approximately 40 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot • 1 …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Included in this adventure: • Approximately 40 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot • 1...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$2,757
World in a day

Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
from
$2,870
Kiwi Spirit Distillery Golden Bay - Visit New Zealand's only Tequila Farm!

Visit New Zealand’s only Tequila Farm – Kiwi Spirit Distillery specialise in unique spirits handcrafted from the purest homegrown ingredients including the only 100% Blue …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Visit New Zealand’s only Tequila Farm – Kiwi Spirit Distillery specialise in unique spirits handcrafted from the purest homegrown ingredients including the only 100% Blue...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$2,901
Marlborough Sounds Scenic

Included in this adventure: • Approximately 60 minutes flight time exploring the Marlborough Sounds • Two-way communication between you and your pilot SIGHTS: • Native …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Included in this adventure: • Approximately 60 minutes flight time exploring the Marlborough Sounds • Two-way communication between you and your pilot SIGHTS: • Native...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$2,999
Heli-Picnic Alpine Lake Kahurangi National Park

Approximately 60 minutes flight time over the Abel Tasman National Park and Kahurangi National Park. Two-way communication between you and your pilot 1 x Mountain …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Approximately 60 minutes flight time over the Abel Tasman National Park and Kahurangi National Park. Two-way communication between you and your pilot 1 x Mountain...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$3,225
Mt Cook Scenic & Tasman Glacier Heli Hike

As a country recognised for its hiking opportunities and stunning scenery, take your pick of an untouched landscape to explore. If you would rather leave …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

As a country recognised for its hiking opportunities and stunning scenery, take your pick of an untouched landscape to explore. If you would rather leave...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$3,399
10 Days and 9 Nights New Zealand South Island Tour

This tour offers a seamless New Zealand experience with 4-star stays, a luxury Mercedes van with a professional driver/guide, and handpicked activities like the Milford …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

This tour offers a seamless New Zealand experience with 4-star stays, a luxury Mercedes van with a professional driver/guide, and handpicked activities like the Milford...

10 days Free Cancellation
from
$3,739
The Ultimate Lord of the Rings Combo Tour

Included in this adventure • Approximately 90 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot • 2 …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Included in this adventure • Approximately 90 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park • Two-way communication between you and your pilot • 2...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (8)
from
$3,964
Middle Earth Marvels Half Day Journey into the Lord of the Rings

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-earth on our ‘Middle-earth Marvels’ tour, a cinematic journey …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-earth on our ‘Middle-earth Marvels’ tour, a cinematic journey...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
from
$4,495
Kaikōura Whale Watching - Whales and Cray Tails

PRIVATE TOUR – Price is for up to 5 passengers, not per person. This exclusive helicopter experience is the only one of its kind in …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

PRIVATE TOUR – Price is for up to 5 passengers, not per person. This exclusive helicopter experience is the only one of its kind in...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$4,558
Private One Way Transfer Tour between Picton & Christchurch

Travel by late model Mercedes Vans via SH1 and reach the Garden City of New Zealand, Christchurch in less than 8 hours (or in reverse …More

Picton, New Zealand

Travel by late model Mercedes Vans via SH1 and reach the Garden City of New Zealand, Christchurch in less than 8 hours (or in reverse...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$4,587
Christchurch to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier One-Way Transfer

Travel in style and in the comfort of a luxurious minivan with a one-way transfer from Christchurch to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier (or in …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Travel in style and in the comfort of a luxurious minivan with a one-way transfer from Christchurch to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier (or in...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$4,587
Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Christchurch to Queenstown

Travel in style with this private & exclusive door-to-door transfer from Christchurch to Queenstown, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It is a great …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Travel in style with this private & exclusive door-to-door transfer from Christchurch to Queenstown, and reach your destination relaxed & refreshed. It is a great...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$4,587

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