Things to Do in New Zealand

Experience the magic of a guided Hobbiton Movie Set tour. Immerse yourself in the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of the Shire as featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.

Explore the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a guided tour. Glide by boat and marvel at the sight of magical glowworms above you.

Enjoy a unique whale watching experience off the South Island of New Zealand. Experience an up-close encounter with the world’s largest toothed predator, the giant sperm whale. Look out for other wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and birds.

Watch the little blue penguins arrive home from their day fishing, to their nests at Ōamaru. Enjoy listening to expert guides provide information about the penguins during the experience.

Escape the crowds and experience the beauty of Milford Sound in its true isolation and grandeur with this boat tour.

Combine an exhilarating helicopter ride, jaw-dropping scenery, and a hike through spectacular glacier features on the Franz Josef Glacier for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Combine the excitement of walking on New Zealand’s biggest glacier with the thrill of a breathtaking scenic helicopter fly-by of the country’s largest mountain, Aoraki/Mount Cook.

Ride in your own rail car along the Rotorua Railway!. Enjoy unobstructed views, listen to an audio guide, and experience a unique piece of New Zealand history and scenery.

Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with your choice of convenient transfer options. See the Emerald Lakes, explore the Red Crater Ridge, and admire the landscape.

Enjoy a cruise across Lake Te Anau to the Murchison Mountains’ network of natural caves. Explore an underground world of sculptured rock, underground waterfalls, and a silent hidden glowworm grotto.

Take in the stunning views and wonderful wildlife as you cruise around Milford Sound. Relax on board with tea and coffee, enjoying the commentary, and make the most of the photo ops as you go.

Experience the beauty of Waiheke Island on a ferry ride from Auckland. See the sights with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and discover breathtaking vineyards, beaches, and seaside villages as you explore.

Scenic 5-hour rail journey through the world-famous Taieri Gorge, crossing century-old bridges and tunnels with stunning views and an onboard café.

Discover the spectacular Ruakuri Cave, the longest of Waitomo’s underground caves, on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide.

Take to the skies for a unique view on a whale-watching flight over Kaikoura. With a guaranteed window seat, all passengers get great views of the coastline and its marine life below.

Visit a traditional Maori village and learn more about their customs and rituals at an amazing cultural experience, including a tasty hangi feast and dessert.

Escape to the tranquillity of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise through pristine fiords waters where you will enjoy water activities and a 3-course dinner.

Embark on a jet boat ride on the Shotover River. Prepare for wall-to-wall action with high speed and thrilling 360-degree spins. Upgrade to enjoy roundtrip transportation from Queenstown.

Enjoy return flights over snow-capped mountain ranges, sparkling lakes, and tumbling waterfalls for the ultimate Milford Sound experience, before embarking on a 2-hour cruise around Milford Sound.

Enjoy this helicopter and hiking tour that combines the excitement of walking on Fox Glacier with the thrill of a helicopter flight. Land on a glacier and admire natural ice caves and arches.

Explore Milford Sound on an award-winning boutique small-boat cruise that will get you closer to the cascading waterfalls and introduce you to the local wildlife. With limited passengers on board, you'll have the space to fully explore this magical place.

Experience the majestic Milford Sound on a day trip including a 2-hour cruise and round-trip transportation from Queenstown. Sit back, relax and soak up the stunning scenery in Fiordland.

Hassle free 1-way Shuttle from Ketetahi (finish point) to Mangatepopo (Start Point). Park your car at the hike finish point & it will be waiting for you at the end. Early Bird Shuttles Available.

Discover Queenstown's ultimate dining destination, Walter Peak High Country Farm - the only place where you can enjoy a cruise, dinner, and show combined into one unforgettable experience.

Experience the magic of the Shire on a tour from Auckland. Enjoy a hotel pickup, transport in a luxurious Mercedes van, and entry to the Hobbiton Movie Set with a guided tour.

Explore the Hobbiton movie set from the Lord of the Rings film trilogy on this half-day tour from Rotorua. See and hear how New Zealand's landscape was transformed into the famous Hobbit holes.

Join the original Waitomo black water rafting tour. Explore Ruakuri Cave on an exhilarating underground adventure with climbing, floating, and leaping over cascading underground waterfalls.

Relax with a glass of local wine or beer and bask in the evening light on a happy hour cruise on Lake Wanaka. Take in amazing views of the lake, enjoy some snacks, and have fun with fellow travelers.

Join a stargazing tour in a small group, equipped with a large telescope. Take in views of the southern night sky from a 50,000-acre farm within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.

Get up and close to Huka Falls in Taupō on a thrilling 30-minute jet boat ride. Zoom past rock cliffs, enjoy thrilling 360° spins and experience exclusive water-level views of the majestic Huka Falls.

Unrivalled viewing of rare yellow-eyed penguins, NZ sea lions, NZ fur seals, albatross, sea and wading birds from a secluded beach and private conservation reserve within the Clearwater family farm.

Enjoy a roundtrip bus transfer from Auckland to discover the amazing movie set from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies. Embark on an official guided tour and feast on a themed lunch experience.

Explore the spectacular Doubtful Sound in Fiordland National Park on a day trip from Manapouri. Cruise across Lake Manapouri, admire the views of Wilmot Pass, and discover the waterways of Doubtful Sound.

Make your hike at the Tongariro Alpine Crossing hike stress-free with this shuttle. Park at the end of the trail and enjoy an easy single shuttle ride to the trail start and walk back to your vehicle.

Dare to do a tandem skydive from 12,000, 15,000, or 16,500 feet with 45, 60 or 70 seconds in free fall - then enjoy a serene parachute ride back to earth.

Travel to an untouched world in Fiordland National Park from Te Anau. Enjoy a cruise across Lake Manapouri, a short coach trip over Wilmot Pass, then discover Doubtful Sound on a magnificent cruise. Be on the lookout dolphins, fur seals and more!

Experience a world-exclusive 45-minute flight by helicopter and ski plane with a glacier landing during this Mount Cook trip. Visit the Tasman Glacier and enjoy sweeping views of the landscape.

Experience the magic of a guided Hobbiton Movie Set tour. Immerse yourself in the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of the Shire as featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.

Take on this twin glacier flight and encounter the jaw-dropping Franz Josef and Fox glaciers. Enjoy the thrill of a snow landing and experience two very different glacial formations.

Enjoy a leisurely trip from Te Anau through the Fiordland National Park with photo stops and nature walks, before joining an informative and scenic cruise exploring Milford Sound with lunch included.

Embark on a wildlife encounter to the world's largest mainland gannet colony perched above majestic cliffs. Be within feet of these magical birds.

Discover the Bay of Islands on a scenic cruise among 144 islands. Visit the famous Hole in the Rock and the Cape Brett Lighthouse. Stop at two islands, see the idyllic Twin Lagoons, and go snorkeling.

Discover new heights as you soar over New Zealand's highest mountain, taking in the spectacular scenery of the mountains and lakes below. Land on the world-renowned Tasman glacier for the ultimate hiking experience.

Enjoy an astronomy experience with a group of night sky enthusiasts at Lake Tekapo. Learn fascinating information about the night sky and view deep-sky objects through telescopes.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a 3- to 4-hour cruise that takes you through the Abel Tasman National Park, from Kaiteriteri Beach to Totaranui. This is a cruise only.

Experience the Marlborough Wine Region on your own terms with this bike rental service. Get a bike route map and local knowledge about nearby wineries to help you build your own self-guided wine tour.

Experience the ultimate mountaintop stargazing experience in New Zealand. At the summit of Mount John, Tekapo, immerse yourself in an awe-inspiring evening beneath the Southern Hemisphere’s night sky.

Enjoy a helicopter flight including an alpine landing looking directly at Aoraki Mount Cook. Fly up the Tasman Valley before landing on a mountain in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park.

Enjoy a scenic afternoon cruise on a working mail boat. Join the skipper as they deliver post, groceries and freight to the residents that call the sound's waterways home.

Journey to the tip of the North Island and uncover a region of rich Māori tradition along the way on an amazing full-day tour from Paihia. Travel along the sand-swept shores of Ninety Mile Beach.