Things to Do in New Zealand

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

Zip across Foveaux Strait between Bluff and Stewart Island, considered as one of New Zealand's ultimate eco tourism destinations, on board a comfortable catamaran. Friendly staff will provide informative commentary and point out scenic highlights.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the many sides of Wētā Workshop’s creativity. Find out about how movie effects and props are made on a guided tour of this film industry leader located on Wellington's Miramar Peninsula.

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

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.

Enjoy a hassle-free cruise on the magnificent Milford Sound. Benefit from a comfortable vessel specifically designed to capture the beauty of the fiord with large windows and spacious viewing decks.

Join us as we travel the Great Alpine Highway across braided rivers, and past famous filming locations to explore the jaw dropping geology and geography of Castle Hill and Arthur’s Pass.

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.

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.

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

Experience the best way to explore Lake Taupo with an environmentally-friendly sailing tour to the Māori Rock Carvings.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Skydive in New Zealand from 9,000, 12,000, or 15,000 feet! See six lakes, the Southern Alps, and Mount Cook. Enjoy 25-60 seconds of freefall at speeds up to 200kph for an unforgettable experience.

Enjoy a 25-minute helicopter flight above the incredible Franz Josef Glacier. Take in its ice pinnacles, crevasses, then fly into the Southern Alps and take stunning photos on the alpine landing site.

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.

More space, better views. Cruise Milford Sound on a premium catamaran to get closer to waterfalls, spot seals, dolphins and penguins. Sail the length of this magnificent fiord with expert commentary.

Embark on a sightseeing cruise and soak up the natural beauty of Akaroa Harbor. Keep an eye out to spot the rare Hector's dolphin and enjoy a drink and snack while taking in the picturesque scenery.

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

Set off on an adventure from Auckland to see New Zealand's two most famous attractions in one day: the Hobbiton Movie Set and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

Embark on an unforgettable cruise through Milford Sound. Discover unparalleled landscapes, cascading waterfalls, and inquisitive wildlife. Enjoy live expert commentary from our onboard nature guides.

Explore 12 kilometers of rugged volcanic coastline in Mercury Bay on this cruise from Whitianga Wharf. Visit nearby islands and stunning beaches like Lonely Bay, Cooks Beach, and the spectacular Cathedral Cove.

Fly from Treble Cone with a professional tandem paragliding pilot. Admire stunning views of Mt Aspiring, the twin waterfalls, and the Wanaka lakes.

Experience the rugged, untamed nature of the West Coast by Quad Bike. Marvel at the magnificent Franz Josef Glacier and surrounding mountains as you drive along the dirt trails of a dense rainforest.

Swim with rare Hector’s dolphins in Akaroa. This conservation-led wildlife experience is guided by a knowledgeable skipper and nature guide.

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.

Take an exhilarating 1-hour Jet boat ride across Lake Wakatipu and head down the Shotover and Kawarau rivers. Get an adrenaline rush as you take 360° spins and travel at high speed through the river.

Experience Hauraki Gulf Marine Park on a marine eco-safari from Auckland. Hop onboard a luxury catamaran and look out for orcas and bottlenose dolphins.

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.