Things to do in New Zealand

Rotorua Canopy Tours

From NZ$179 per adult


Canopy Tour

 Canopy Tour

Experience a privileged and highly personal journey deep into New Zealand’s forest!

 

Lake Wanaka Cruises

From NZ$49 per adult


Lake Cruise

 Lake Cruise

Discover the outstanding natural landscapes and natural history of Lake Wanaka, New Zealand aboard a 55 foot luxury catamaran with Lake Wanaka Cruises.

 

RealNZ Stewart Island Wild Kiwi Encounter

NZ$229 per adult


Kiwi Tour

 Kiwi Tour

Real Journeys offers the chance to see a wild kiwi in one of the only places where this is still possible.

 

Waitomo Adventures

From NZ$185 per person


Glow Worm Caves

 Glow Worm Caves

Explore some of the world’s most fantastic caves on the unforgettable Waitomo Adventures cave tours. Experience a fantastic underground world on these top-rated adventure tours.

 

Dark Sky Project | Lake Tekapo Stargazing

From NZ$50 per adult


Star Gazing

 Star Gazing

Experience the wonders of the universe with Earth & Sky. Join one of their famous Night-time Observatory Tours at one of two dedicated locations in the heart of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.

 

Hobbiton Movie Set Tours

From NZ$120 per adult


Hobbiton Movie Set

 Hobbiton Movie Set

Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, the bucolic setting for The Shire that featured in the Peter Jackson directed films, The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. The set has been completely rebuilt and is now a permanent attraction

 

NZONE Skydive Queenstown

From NZ$335 per person


Skydive

 Skydive

Tandem Skydive with NZONE Skydive in Queenstown and see some of the most dramatic scenery in New Zealand, from 15,000ft!

 

Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours Napier

From NZ$135 per adult


Wine Tour

 Wine Tour

Explore Napier and Hastings cities and the surrounding areas on a fantastic Napier and Hawkes Bay Sightseeing Tour, or choose a Napier Wine Tour or Napier Wine and Brewery Tour!

 

RealNZ Milford Sound Nature Cruises ex Queenstown

From NZ$245 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise


Milford Sound

 Milford Sound

Explore dramatic, moody Milford Sound in a leisurely and relaxed way with nature guides on board a stunning Nature Cruise.

 

RealNZ Milford Sound Scenic Cruises ex Queenstown

From NZ$245 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise


Milford Sound

 Milford Sound

Scenic cruises offer you the chance to enjoy the dramatic scenery of Milford Sound.

 

RealNZ Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise ex Queenstown

From NZ$329 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise

Located deep in the heart of a World Heritage Area, Doubtful Sound is an overwhelming place. You can feel the power of nature here – the remoteness, the wildness and the peace.

 

Ocean Adventure Bay of Islands | Explore NZ

NZ$145 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise


Jet Boat

 Jet Boat

Encounter dolphins in the Bay of Islands as you cruise through the 144 islands. If you are lucky, you may even get a chance to swim with dolphins.

 

Stewart Island Experience Village & Bay Tours

NZ$50 per adult

Explore Oban township and the surrounding bays in a modern mini-buses and gain an entertaining insight into New Zealand’s southernmost community.

 

Stewart Island Experience Ulva Island Explorer

NZ$109 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise

Discover Stewart Island from the water. Enjoy a leisurely cruise of beautiful Paterson Inlet viewing hidden coves and unspoilt beaches.

 

Stewart Island Flights | Scenic Flights

From $P.O.A per adult


Scenic Flight

 Scenic Flight

Scenic flights can be tailored to showcase whatever part of Southland you desire. Offering scheduled and tailored scenic flights.

 

Stewart Island Flights

From NZ$135 per adult


Scenic Flight

 Scenic Flight

Scheduled flights linking Stewart Island & Invercargill, as well as a number of exciting alternatives providing access to the more remote reaches of the island.

 

Stewart Island | Ferry Services

From NZ$210 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise

Ferry Services Between Bluff & Stewart Island. Experience Foveaux Strait in comfort and style on board an express catamaran.

 

Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours

From NZ$63 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise

Be fascinated and exhilarated with the wealth of wildlife, dramatic views, so close, so natural – the only way to see it all – Otago Peninsula, Otago Harbour,

 

Skyline Queenstown Gondola, Luge & Restaurant

From NZ$46 per adult


Gondola

 Gondola

Skyline Queenstown offers awe-inspiring views of the region and entertainment and adventure for the whole family.

 

Shotover Jet Queenstown

From NZ$159 per adult


Jet Boat

 Jet Boat

Get ready for the World’s most exciting Jet Boat ride! Acknowledged as the World’s most famous Jet Boat operation!

 

RealNZ TSS Earnslaw High Country Farm Dining Experiences

From NZ$165 per adult


Farm Tour

 Farm Tour


Lake Cruise

 Lake Cruise

Cruise aboard the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw, combine a lake cruise and a guided farm visit with a delicious barbecue lunch or dinner!

 

RealNZ TSS Earnslaw & Walter Peak High Country Farm

From NZ$80 per adult


Farm Tour

 Farm Tour


Lake Cruise

 Lake Cruise

Relive the elegance of turn-of-the-century travel with a cruise aboard the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw, the only coal fired passenger carrying vessel operating in the southern hemisphere.

 

RealNZ Queenstown Rafting

From NZ$220 per person


Jet Boat

 Jet Boat

Experience New Zealand’s white water river rafting at its best! Queenstown Rafting are the outdoor adventure activity and adrenaline specialists!

 

Nomad Safaris Queenstown

From NZ$245 per adult


4 Wheel Drive

 4 Wheel Drive

Queenstown 4WD Specialist operating small and personalised backcountry adventure tours around Queenstown, New Zealand.

 

Landsborough Wilderness Experience

NZ$2,499 per person

Paddling and camping your way down the magnificent Landsborough Valley, you will glide past 10,000 ft mountains, glaciers & rainforests.

 

Heliworks Queenstown Helicopter Tours – Fiordland & LOTR

From NZ$560 per person


Heli Flight

 Heli Flight

With exclusive landing rights at a number of locations, join Heliworks on a Lord of the Rings the trip of a lifetime!

 

Heliworks Queenstown Helicopters

From NZ$285 per person


Heli Flight

 Heli Flight

Heliworks offer spectacular scenic flights through the Wakatipu and Fiordland areas.

 

Dart River Jet Safaris Queenstown

From NZ$279 per adult


Jet Boat

 Jet Boat

Dart River Jet Safaris, the only operator on the Dart River, can take you on the longest and most sensational Jet Boat journeys available in the Queenstown area.

 

Appellation Wine Tours Queenstown

From NZ$229 per adult


Wine Tour

 Wine Tour

Discover Central Otago’s fine wines on one of Appellation Central’s wine tours.

 

Treble Cone Ski Area Wanaka

NZ$160 per adult single day lift pass


Ski Pass

 Ski Pass

Treble Cone is a fun mountain for enthusiasts. Large, long and challenging with Lake Wanaka and the Southern Alps providing a stunning backdrop.

 

Skydive Wanaka

From NZ$289 per person


Skydive

 Skydive

Welcome to Skydive Wanaka – New Zealand’s most spectacular, multi award winning, high altitude tandem Skydive.

 

Alpine Helicopters Wanaka

From NZ$375 per person


Heli Flight

 Heli Flight

If your passion is discovering nature, being knee deep in fresh powder, fishing that remote river or enjoying a special moment in the snow capped mountains, Alpine Helicopters can make it happen in comfort and style.

 

Mackenzie Alpine Horse Trekking

From NZ$90 per adult

Join Mackenzie Alpine Horse Trekking by sharing the natural beauty in one of the most natural forms of transport available, in a saddle

 

Southern Lakes Helicopters Mt Cook Scenic Flights

From NZ$335 per person


Heli Flight

 Heli Flight

Heliworks operate Mount Cook scenic flights and are the only helicopter company licensed to land on the Tasman Glacier, the longest Glacier in New Zealand.

 

Christchurch Attractions

From NZ$70 per adult


Tram

 Tram

Welcome to four iconic Christchurch attractions: Christchurch Gondola, Christchurch Tramway, Punting on the Avon, Botanic Gardens Tour and the Grand Tour.

 

Pohatu Penguins Nature and Sea Kayak Tours

From NZ$95 per adult


4 Wheel Drive

 4 Wheel Drive


Kayaking

 Kayaking

Pohatu Penguins offers unique nature and sea kayak tours from Akaroa, New Zealand.

 

Hanmer Springs Attractions | Off Road

From NZ$35 per adult


4 Wheel Drive

 4 Wheel Drive

Go off road on a 4WD quad bike & conquer mud, river crossings, swamp land and most of all enjoy the awesome scenery. Also offering paintball and Claybird Shooting.

 

Hanmer Springs Attractions

From NZ$125 per adult


Jet Boat

 Jet Boat

Fill your body with adrenalin and take up the challenge of Bungy Jumping, jump aboard the Thrillseekers Jet or try river rafting!

 

Wings Over Whales Kaikoura

NZ$225 per adult


Whale Watching

 Whale Watching

Spectacular Scenic flights to view the majestic Sperm Whales off the Kaikoura Coast year round.

 

Whale Watch Kaikoura

NZ$165 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise


Whale Watching

 Whale Watching

Marine-based whale watching cruises offering visitors an exciting up-close encounter with the Giant Sperm Whale at all times of the year.

 

RealNZ Te Anau Glowworm Caves

From NZ$109 per adult


Glow Worm Caves

 Glow Worm Caves


Lake Cruise

 Lake Cruise

Have you drifted in silent darkness beneath the luminous shimmer of thousands of glowworms?

 

Fiordland Jet

From NZ$179 per adult


Jet Boat

 Jet Boat

Fiordland Jet operates scenic tours on the Upper Waiau River, which flows between Lake Te Anau and beautiful Lake Manapouri.

 

RealNZ Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

From NZ$259 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise

Located deep in the heart of a World Heritage Area, Doubtful Sound is an overwhelming place. You can feel the power of nature here – the remoteness, the wildness and the peace.

 

RealNZ Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruises

From NZ$699 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise


Overnight Cruise

 Overnight Cruise

Immerse yourself in Doubtful Sound’s breathtaking beauty, towering peaks and bush clad islands with an overnight cruise. Enjoy Cabin Accommodation, delicious bed and breakfast.

 

Southern Lakes Helicopters Te Anau

From NZ$335 per person

Your gateway to the Fiordland World Heritage Park, offering helicopter flights over Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound and Milford Sound.

 

RealNZ Milford Navigator Overnight Cruise

From NZ$599 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise


Milford Sound

 Milford Sound


Overnight Cruise

 Overnight Cruise

Overnighting in the southern twilight of Milford Sound, is a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience. Enjoy Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

 

RealNZ Milford Sound Scenic Cruises

From NZ$109 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise


Milford Sound

 Milford Sound

Scenic cruises offer you the chance to enjoy the dramatic scenery of Milford Sound.

 

RealNZ Milford Sound Nature Cruises

From NZ$109 per adult


Boat Cruise

 Boat Cruise


Milford Sound

 Milford Sound

Explore dramatic, moody Milford Sound in a leisurely and relaxed way with nature guides on board a stunning Nature Cruise.

 

RealNZ Milford Mariner Overnight Cruises

From NZ$599 per adult

Overnight cruises offer visitors the chance to relax and explore the magnificent scenery and wildlife of Milford Sound. Private cabin, delicious dinner and breakfast!

 

Fox Glacier Guiding Ice Climbing

From NZ$799 per person

Enjoy breathtaking ice climbing on the world famous Fox Glacier with New Zealand’s most experienced glacier guiding company.

 

Fox Glacier Guiding

From NZ$655 per adult

Enjoy a breathtaking guided walk onto the world famous Fox Glacier with New Zealand’s most experienced glacier guiding company.

 

Franz Josef Glacier Guides

From NZ$645 per adult

Franz Josef Glacier Guides gives you the opportunity a spectacular glacier environment, offering a range of glacier hiking tours to suit all levels of fitness and ability.

 

HeliServices.NZ | Glacier Helicopters Franz Josef, Fox, Haast

From NZ$300 per adult

Experience the true untouched beauty with an exciting scenic helicopter flight and snow landing on the majestic Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.

 

Air Safaris Mount Cook Flightseeing

From NZ$470 per adult

Air Safaris will take you on an unforgettable scenic flightseeing tour of the spectacular Mount Cook and Westland World Heritage Parks.

 

On Yer Bike Greymouth | Quad Bikes

From NZ$135 per adult

Off Road and 4WD adventures for all ages! Open 7 days – the wetter the better!

 

On Yer Bike Greymouth | Off Road

From NZ$155 per adult

Off Road and 4WD adventures for all ages! Open 7 days – the wetter the better!

 

Wilsons Abel Tasman Scenic Cruise

From NZ$75 per adult

Scenic Cruises departing from Kaiteriteri. Take a full day or just a morning or afternoon

 

Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park Sea Kayaking | Multiday Guided Trips

From NZ$1,800 per adult

Wilson’s kayak and walk trips in Abel Tasman National Park offer freedom and flexibility. At day’s end, enjoy the comfort of twin/double en suite accommodation.

 

Wilsons Abel Tasman Sea Kayaking | Day Trips

From NZ$99 per adult

No Experience Necessary! Let your friendly Guide introduce you to the Abel Tasman National Park with some of the best sea kayaking territory in New Zealand.

 

Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park | Multi Day Walks (Guided or Independent)

From NZ$1,650 per adult

You can choose to walk independently, or explore the Abel Tasman with a knowledgeable, friendly, guide. Stay at Beachfront Lodges and enjoy delicious food along the way!

 

Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park | Day Walks

From NZ$84 per adult

Sling on a day-pack and head out to meet paradise where gentle, evergreen beech forests give way to golden sands and glistening water.

 

Farewell Spit Eco Tours Golden Bay

From NZ$155 per adult

Farewell Spit Eco Tours hold the only permit to visit the Gannet colony beyond the lighthouse and the wader feeding grounds on the inter-tidal plain.

 

Interislander Cook Strait Ferry

From NZ$83 per adult

Interislander travels between the North and South Islands of New Zealand and is one of the most spectacular cruises in the world.

 

Gannet Safaris Overland to Cape Kidnappers

From NZ$96 per adult

Cape Kidnappers safari experience takes you to Hawke’s Bay Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony – the world’s largest, most accessible Gannet nesting place.

 

Taupo’s Floatplane II

From NZ$555 per adult

Taupo’s Floatplane offer a range of scenic tours over New Zealand’s World Heritage Tongariro National Park, Volcanic Plateau, Lake Taupo and White Island.

 

Taupo’s Floatplane

From NZ$140 per adult

Taupo’s Floatplane offer a range of scenic tours over New Zealand’s World Heritage Tongariro National Park, Volcanic Plateau, Lake Taupo and White Island.

 

Taupo Lake Adventures

From NZ$190 per hour


Fishing

 Fishing

Go fishing for the world renown Taupo Rainbow and Brown Trout, take in the spectacular scenery around the lake or enjoy a meal out.

 

Taupo Bungy & Cliffhanger Extreme Swing

From NZ$210 per adult

Two awesome activities located at one panoramic site above the Waikato River. Bungy jump from NZ’s highest water touch, cantilever platform and Extreme Swing reaching speeds of 70 kp/h during freefall.

 

Adrift Tongariro Guided Walks & Outdoor Adventures

From NZ$130 per person

Experienced and personable guides who will provide you with a safe, enjoyable and memorable adventure of the Tongariro area including the Tongariro Crossing.

 

Wai Ora Spa Rotorua

From NZ$85 per adult

Rotorua’s premier Resort Day Spa, which features the unique New Zealand Cultural Spa experience based on New Zealand’s healing waters, muds and traditions of the Maori.

 

Te Puia Rotorua Our Heritage

From NZ$85 per adult

Rising from the geothermal valley above mud pools and steam vents is Te Puia. Experience Maori culture, enjoy a traditional Hangi Dinner, see a Kiwi and more.

 

Skyline Rotorua

From NZ$40 per adult

To begin your Skyline Rotorua adventure, take a leisurely uphill Gondola ride and enjoy the extensive views of Rotorua, the surrounding lakes and geothermal areas.

 

Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa

From NZ$42 per adult

Stroll through the amazing, steaming, bubbling thermal park, see mud pools and hot springs and experience a taste of Maori culture!

 

KiwiRail Scenic Journeys

From NZ$177 per adult

With three train services that span the country, each with its own unique identity, there is no better way to experience the best New Zealand has to offer.

 

Harley Davidson New Zealand Tours

From NZ$ P.O.A

Harley Davidson Tours from Auckland and Christchurch. All tours available as chauffeured passenger tours or self drive, explore New Zealand on a range of motorbikes.

 

Harley Davidson Multi Day Tours Ex Auckland

From NZ$ P.O.A

Harley Davidson Tours from Auckland. All tours available as chauffeured passenger tours or self drive, explore New Zealand on a range of motorbikes.

 

Harley Davidson Day Tours Ex Auckland

From NZ$ P.O.A

Harley Davidson Tours from Auckland. All tours available as chauffeured passenger tours or self drive, explore New Zealand on a range of motorbikes.

 

Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safaris

NZ$199 per adult

Enjoy an Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari and travel aboard Dolphin Explorer into the expansive Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. See Dolphins 90% and Whales 75%.

 

Auckland Harbour Dinner Cruise & Sailing | Explore NZ

From NZ$99 per adult

The Pride of Auckland operates an impressive fleet of purpose-built yachts on the sheltered waters of Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour and is famous for its Sailing and Dining Cruises.

 

America’s Cup Sailing Tour | Explore NZ

NZ$195 per adult

A unique opportunity to participate as crew on an actual America’s Cup yacht! Or join the crew and participate in match racing America’s Cup style, for the ultimate thrill!!

 

Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour

NZ$115 per adult

Come and discover the the excitement and adventure of this unique boat tour to Cathedral Cove – the most photographed beach in New Zealand.

 

Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga

NZ$130 per adult

Come aboard the Glass Bottom Boat for a unique two hour eco adventure to Cathedral Cove and the surrounding marine reserve.

 

Cathedral Cove Sea Kayak Tours Hahei

From NZ$145 per adult

Appreciate Coromandel’s coastline in the best possible way, up close & personal in modern sea kayaks. All trips explore spectacular volcanic coastline and are designed for all levels.

 

Taiamai Tours Heritage Journeys

NZ$ P.O.A per adult

Interactive Maori Marae, Maori village and Waka Tours in Waitangi, Paihia and Kerikeri.

 

Discover the Bay Hole in the Rock Cruise | Explore NZ

From NZ$150 per adult

Visit the ‘Hole in the Rock’ and cruise among the 144 islands or go back in time and learn more about the heritage of the beautiful Bay of Islands.

 

Things to do in New Zealand

You will find countless things to do in New Zealand, with activities suited for all ages. For a small country, New Zealand is packed with diverse landscapes and natural wonders, enough to fill your visit with excitement.

New Zealand activities range from adventure sports to scenic cruises to wilderness hikes to exclusive helicopter tours.

Some of the most famous things to do in New Zealand include:

New Zealand is also famous for its extensive list of adrenaline activities. Jet-boating, bungy jumping, skydiving, and more are on offer, especially in the adventure capital of Queenstown.

Children will love:

  • Interacting with friendly farm animals on the Walter Peak High Country Farm Tour
  • Riding the luge in Queenstown and Rotorua
  • Lathering up with mud at Hells Gate Geothermal Reserve.

And if New Zealand’s wilderness splendor is the focus of your holiday, you can get away from it all with scenic flights, Doubtful Sound cruises, guided walks, kayaking tours, swimming with dolphins, wildlife watching tours, glacier heli-hikes, and much more.

Outdoor adventure enthusiasts can combine wilderness and adrenaline with rafting, zipline canopy tours, adventure caving (including our famous blackwater rafting), and canyoning.

This small island country is home to many national parks and wilderness preserves that cover a vast range of landscapes. Volcanoes, fiords, glaciers, braided rivers, rainforest, towering waterfalls, turquoise lakes, and countless stretches of idyllic coastline are all waiting to be explored.

Explore the wealth of activities on offer to make your New Zealand holiday truly unforgettable.

 

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