Top New Zealand Outdoor Activities

Fox Glacier Nature Tour

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata & rimu trees, vibrant …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata & rimu trees, vibrant...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (93)
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$65
The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short …More

Havelock, New Zealand

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short...

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (171)
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$122
Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+)

Saddle up on this very unique horse trekking experience, just 20 minutes from Wanaka. The half-day High Country Pub horse trek takes you up into …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

Saddle up on this very unique horse trekking experience, just 20 minutes from Wanaka. The half-day High Country Pub horse trek takes you up into...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (268)
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$402
Cardrona Valley Mountain Quad Experience from Wanaka

The Cardrona presents New Zealand's best guided quad bike tour. This two hour mountain experience takes you to the top of the mountains of the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

The Cardrona presents New Zealand's best guided quad bike tour. This two hour mountain experience takes you to the top of the mountains of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (246)
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$206
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

Be struck by the beautiful silence of Doubtful Sound as you cruise the crystal waters and take in the breathtaking scenery. Journey across Lake Manapouri, …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Be struck by the beautiful silence of Doubtful Sound as you cruise the crystal waters and take in the breathtaking scenery. Journey across Lake Manapouri,...

12 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (259)
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$272
Full Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown

Travel by 4WD from Queenstown along Lake Whakatipu, surrounded by the Southern Alps, glacial valleys and native beech forest. Visit 12 Mile Delta for a …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Travel by 4WD from Queenstown along Lake Whakatipu, surrounded by the Southern Alps, glacial valleys and native beech forest. Visit 12 Mile Delta for a...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (84)
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$382
Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand

Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (368)
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$55
Explore The Lakes Tour

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (68)
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$86
Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

Alpacas Farm is an unparalleled opportunity to get up close and personal with alpacas, learn about this loving animal, and create some memories with friends …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

Alpacas Farm is an unparalleled opportunity to get up close and personal with alpacas, learn about this loving animal, and create some memories with friends...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (133)
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$35
Zealandia - Twilight Guided Eco Wildlife Tour

Experience Zealandia as it transforms from daylight to twilight during this special 2.5 hour guided experience. You will have an opportunity to experience the dusk chorus …More

Wellington, New Zealand

Experience Zealandia as it transforms from daylight to twilight during this special 2.5 hour guided experience. You will have an opportunity to experience the dusk chorus...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (77)
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$63
Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

Discover one of Queenstown’s ultimate biking adventures on this self-guided ride from historic Arrowtown to central Queenstown. Shuttle to Arrowtown, get fitted with a top-quality …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Discover one of Queenstown’s ultimate biking adventures on this self-guided ride from historic Arrowtown to central Queenstown. Shuttle to Arrowtown, get fitted with a top-quality...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (96)
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$60
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour & Cruise

Nature and wildlife enthusiasts will love the Peninsula Encounters + Wildlife Cruise. This tour enjoys unrivalled access to remote locations and rare animals. You'll visit …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

Nature and wildlife enthusiasts will love the Peninsula Encounters + Wildlife Cruise. This tour enjoys unrivalled access to remote locations and rare animals. You'll visit...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (65)
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$132
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds, at the top of New Zealand's South Island on this cruise. With a complimentary tasting of local wine …More

Picton, New Zealand

Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds, at the top of New Zealand's South Island on this cruise. With a complimentary tasting of local wine...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (132)
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$86
Whaka Trails and Maori Village Combo Tour

Our combo offers your access to our Iconic Village Guided Tour learning of our rich history, traditions and how our people utilise the geothermal that …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

Our combo offers your access to our Iconic Village Guided Tour learning of our rich history, traditions and how our people utilise the geothermal that...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (181)
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$50
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve Day Entry

The only place to see NZ's Big 5 wildlife (kea, kaka, takahe, tuatara and guaranteed kiwi viewing) all in one location!  Get 'up close and …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

The only place to see NZ's Big 5 wildlife (kea, kaka, takahe, tuatara and guaranteed kiwi viewing) all in one location!  Get 'up close and...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (119)
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$21
Hell's Gate Geothermal Walk

Take a guided or self-guided tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, walking amongst erupting waters, an active mud volcano and land coral. Experience …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

Take a guided or self-guided tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, walking amongst erupting waters, an active mud volcano and land coral. Experience...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (143)
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$26
Queenstown: Full-Day Private Photography & Sightseeing Tour

Explore Queenstown and the Southern Lakes on a private full-day tour with Martin, an experienced local landscape photographer and guide. Combining spectacular sightseeing with friendly, …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand

Explore Queenstown and the Southern Lakes on a private full-day tour with Martin, an experienced local landscape photographer and guide. Combining spectacular sightseeing with friendly,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (30)
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$204
Ex Auckland: Rotorua Māori Village with Haka and Hot Springs

Embark on an exceptional journey with our Whakarewarewa Māori Village and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home …More

Auckland, New Zealand

Embark on an exceptional journey with our Whakarewarewa Māori Village and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (62)
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$226
Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay …More

Auckland, New Zealand

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (79)
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$298
Milford Sound Heli Tour from Queenstown with 2 Alpine Landings

Soar over captivating Milford Sound on a 1.5-hour helicopter flight from Queenstown. You'll fly over New Zealand's most dramatic scenery, from secluded alpine lakes and …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand

Soar over captivating Milford Sound on a 1.5-hour helicopter flight from Queenstown. You'll fly over New Zealand's most dramatic scenery, from secluded alpine lakes and...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (56)
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$820

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