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Things to do in Te Waipounamu / South Island
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5 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviewsPremium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Picnic Lunch
Nicknamed the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” Milford Sound will take your breath away. This 13-hour small-group tour includes scenic stops, lunch, and a boutique cruise through the stunning fiord.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsMt Cook Small Group Tour from Queenstown
Travel from Queenstown through breathtaking alpine landscapes to the heart of Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park on this unforgettable 12-hour small-group adventure.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 240 reviewsExplore Lord of the Rings filming locations
Explore Middle-earth on our award-winning Glenorchy adventure. Visit iconic Lord of the Rings filming locations, stunning alpine scenery and ancient forests with passionate local guides.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviewsGourmet Food & Wine- Ultimate day in Central Otago
Experience an indulgent and diverse full-day, all-inclusive wine tour showcasing the very best sights and tastes from the Central Otago region. Visit 4 premium vineyards and an unforgettable lunch.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsE-bike the Lake Dunstan Cycling Trail
Enjoy biking the Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail on an e-bike. This is a self-guided trip along the trail. Your host will brief you and then meet you in Clyde for a return shuttle back to your car at 3pm.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsE-bike the Wanaka & Hawea River Trails
Enjoy one of the best ways to see the beauty of Wānaka & Hāwea by e-bike. Surrounded by mountains, crossing plateaus, riding along lakesides and riversides until you arrive back in Wānaka.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviewsSaving Vogel Street
Witness urban renewal in Dunedin's storied warehouse precinct.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsThe Cargo Collective - Make Your Own Gin Workshop
Step into the world of gin in this hands-on, 3-hour distilling experience designed to ignite your senses and creativity. You’ll explore an array of botanicals as you craft your own unique recipe.
5 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviewsCreate your own Jade carving in Christchurch
Carve New Zealand Jade in a professional workshop. No previous experience needed. Choose a raw piece of jade and design a shape to the stone. Learn all processes involved to create a keepsake of NZ.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviewsSilversmithing made easy Create your own jewellery
Design, forge, and polish a one-of-a-kind piece in this immersive, hands-on workshop. You can choose to make a ring, a small pendant or small earrings. Creative designs are welcome within time frame.
Latest Activities
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New place to stayEpic Snow Day Tour from Queenstown
Head over the Crown Range Road to the Snow Farm to play in the snow and build snowmen, then pause at the Cardrona Hotel and wander Wānaka and the Cromwell Heritage Precinct.
New place to stayPrivate Scenic Tour to Lake Tekapo via Lindis Pass
Follow a seasoned driver-guide to Mackenzie Basin, Lindis Pass, Lake Pukaki and Lake Tekapo, then step into lupin fields and the Church of the Good Shepherd for calm scenic moments.
New place to stayCycle Marlborough's World-Famous Wine Region
Ride at your own pace through one of the world's great wine regions. We set you up with bikes, local knowledge and curated maps, then you're free to discover Marlborough's iconic cellar doors your way
New place to stayPrivate Scenic Tour to Wanaka via the Crown Range
Stroll historic Arrowtown lanes, pause at Crown Range Lookout and Cardrona Hotel, then linger by That Wanaka Tree and the Cromwell Heritage Precinct.
New place to stayTwilight Progressive Tour: Wine, Dine & Stargazing
Join a Central Otago wine host for an à la carte main with paired wines, a dessert platter and tasting at Waitiri Creek, then guided stargazing with telescopes on the southern sky.
New place to stayPrivate Scenic Tour to Glenorchy & Paradise
Ride scenic backroads to Bennet's Bluff, Glenorchy Lagoon, beech forest and the Dart and Rees River, with time for photos, gentle walks and Mrs Woolly's General Store.
New place to staySightseeing Tour: Highlights of Queenstown
Learn about Arrowtown’s gold mining history, taste local varietals at Gibbston Valley, watch Kawarau Bridge bungy jumps and admire lake and canyon vistas with a Kiwi wine guide.
New place to stayMavora Lakes Middle Earth Adventure
This exclusive LOTR tour takes you into the Southland region, home to some of the most breath-taking and sought-after filming locations in Middle Earth, such as Fangorn, Amon Hen and Nen Hithoel.
New place to stayHalf Day in Middle Earth
Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka tour guides for a memorable tour of some of the spectacular locations featured in the movie. You can also dress up and handle our large collection of LOTR props!
New place to stayFull Day in Middle Earth tour
Make the most of your day exploring 2 beautiful areas, the Wakatipu basin and Paradise, home of several LOTR and Hobbit locations. There will be a 45 minute lunch break in Queenstown or Glenorchy.
