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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 an evening of culture at Te Pa Tu that includes performances, dance, and a 4-course fusion feast held in the forest outside Rotorua.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal wonderland with this entry ticket. Witness the Lady Knox Geyser erupt and enjoy all-day access to one of New Zealand’s most popular geothermal parks.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Head off on a kayak through the beautiful coastal waters with guaranteed seal viewing and breathtaking views of the rugged coastline. Enjoy chance encounters with dolphins and blue penguins.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Embark on an Abel Tasman National Park combination tour and experience the versatility it has offer. Take a cruise, enjoy the beaches, spot wildlife, and go for a walk through stunning bush.

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 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.

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.

Enjoy a spectacular wilderness jet boat ride in a World Heritage area, departing from Queenstown. Listen to insightful commentary and discover the glacier-fed waters of the majestic Dart River.

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.

Glide your kayak over Lake Taupo’s crystal-clear waters as you paddle to the awe-inspiring Maori rock carvings. Soak in views of live volcanos on your guided tour and learn about local legends.

Explore above and below the surface at Cathedral Cove and along the Coromandel coast. From a stunning volcanic coastline to an underwater wonderland full of marine life amongst the kelpy forest.

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.