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Christchurch City Scenic flight

Discover Christchurch from a whole new perspective when you fly over the city. See the progress of the massive rebuild and the abandoned suburbs from …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Discover Christchurch from a whole new perspective when you fly over the city. See the progress of the massive rebuild and the abandoned suburbs from...

20 to 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$308
Dunedin Private Tour: City Sights & Otago Peninsula

We are Dunedin specialists in high end tour guiding private tours with years in the industry. We pride ourselves on immaculate vehicles, great guides and …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

We are Dunedin specialists in high end tour guiding private tours with years in the industry. We pride ourselves on immaculate vehicles, great guides and...

3 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$1,021
Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

• This private photography tour provides a flexible itinerary. • Your guide holds the public liability insurance, first aid certification and Passenger Service license, which …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

• This private photography tour provides a flexible itinerary. • Your guide holds the public liability insurance, first aid certification and Passenger Service license, which...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$152
Private Yacht Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds New Zealand

Experience the adventure of a lifetime as we take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Marlborough Sounds. Escape to a world of breathtaking …More

Picton, New Zealand

Experience the adventure of a lifetime as we take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Marlborough Sounds. Escape to a world of breathtaking...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$5,464
Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

Embark on an exclusive private tour, accommodating a maximum of five participants. This intimate setting ensures a personalized experience akin to a private tour, allowing …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

Embark on an exclusive private tour, accommodating a maximum of five participants. This intimate setting ensures a personalized experience akin to a private tour, allowing...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$316
Timaru Shore Excursions, Private Tour, Aoraki Adventure

On your scenic drive to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park you will pass the famous cool aid looking Lake Pukaki and enjoy the view on New …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

On your scenic drive to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park you will pass the famous cool aid looking Lake Pukaki and enjoy the view on New...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$156
Christchurch City Top Sights Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

A half-day tour for first-time visitors to Christchurch. Perfect for travelers short on time or those who want to see the city’s top attractions without …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

A half-day tour for first-time visitors to Christchurch. Perfect for travelers short on time or those who want to see the city’s top attractions without...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
3.2 (10)
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$105
Lupin Flowers Tour Lake Tekapo

Lupin Flower Tour Through The Mackenzie's Stunning Landscapes. Journey with us through remote High Country Stations, which are private farms surrounded by rugged mountain ranges …More

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Lupin Flower Tour Through The Mackenzie's Stunning Landscapes. Journey with us through remote High Country Stations, which are private farms surrounded by rugged mountain ranges...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$241
Private Christchurch City Highlight Half Day Tour

This will be Private tour just for you and your group. There will be no disturb, no noise. You can enjoy the tour with your …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

This will be Private tour just for you and your group. There will be no disturb, no noise. You can enjoy the tour with your...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.4 (5)
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$162
Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

Just as our stunning natural landscape changes day by day, we know our guests have unique needs and interests, ask us to tailor-make a bespoke …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Just as our stunning natural landscape changes day by day, we know our guests have unique needs and interests, ask us to tailor-make a bespoke...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (4)
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$978
Race Car Simulator - Thrillzone Queenstown

Go solo or go head-to-head with your friends in an ultra-immersive racing simulation! Take command of the world's most iconic cars on legendary global tracks. …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Go solo or go head-to-head with your friends in an ultra-immersive racing simulation! Take command of the world's most iconic cars on legendary global tracks....

30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$26
Ridgeway Disk Golf Robot Shooting Axe Throw

Ridgeway Play isn’t just another activity spot; it’s an interactive playground for all ages, combining fun, competition, and outdoor adventure in a stunning rural setting. …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

Ridgeway Play isn’t just another activity spot; it’s an interactive playground for all ages, combining fun, competition, and outdoor adventure in a stunning rural setting....

4 hours
5.0 (2)
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$852
3 Days, Glaciers & TranzAlpine: Christchurch to Queenstown

This immersive three-day journey combines one of the world's greatest scenic rail routes with the raw beauty of New Zealand's West Coast. Travelers glide through …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

This immersive three-day journey combines one of the world's greatest scenic rail routes with the raw beauty of New Zealand's West Coast. Travelers glide through...

3 days
5.0 (2)
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$966
Private Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo

Wanting to explore Aoraki National Park and Lake Tekapo, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Mt Cook …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Wanting to explore Aoraki National Park and Lake Tekapo, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Mt Cook...

10 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (5)
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$1,389
Dunedin 4 Hrs halfday Private Tour

The tour includes a historic city tour, allowing you to explore Dunedin's colonial landmarks and architecture. It also offers the chance for Otago Peninsula wildlife …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

The tour includes a historic city tour, allowing you to explore Dunedin's colonial landmarks and architecture. It also offers the chance for Otago Peninsula wildlife...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$247
Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Private Return Trip From Christchurch

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A scenic and adventurous day tour to Hanmer Springs serves blend of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty that the area offers. …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A scenic and adventurous day tour to Hanmer Springs serves blend of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty that the area offers....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$167
Kaikoura Day Tour From Christchurch

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Christchurch to Kaikōura, renowned as New Zealand's premier marine wildlife haven. This tour offers a unique blend of breathtaking …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Christchurch to Kaikōura, renowned as New Zealand's premier marine wildlife haven. This tour offers a unique blend of breathtaking...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (5)
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$173
Lake Dunstan E Bike Trail Adventure

For the Lake Dunstan Experience we will meet you at our Clyde Depot in it's historic heart. We will fully brief you on your world …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

For the Lake Dunstan Experience we will meet you at our Clyde Depot in it's historic heart. We will fully brief you on your world...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$101
Te Tau Ihu West Coast Wilderness

Included in this adventure: • Approximately 120 minutes flight time over the Kahurangi National Park, The Wild West Coast, Abel Tasman National Park, Golden Bay …More

Nelson, New Zealand

Included in this adventure: • Approximately 120 minutes flight time over the Kahurangi National Park, The Wild West Coast, Abel Tasman National Park, Golden Bay...

5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$5,935
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

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