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Kaikoura Helicopter Whale Watch: Extended Flight for Sperm WhalesAn extended helicopter flight departing from Kaikoura's beachfront helipads gives you 40 minutes to search for sperm whales and dolphins above the deep-sea canyon where they feed. The longer airtime means more chances to watch whales surface between dives, spot transient baleen whales with their short breathing intervals, or follow the rugged Kaikoura coastline on the way back. Your pilot provides live commentary through a headset with a microphone so you can ask questions during the flight. All flights are subject to weather; if conditions prevent takeoff, the operator will rebook you for a later time.Is it for me?Choose this extended flight over a shorter option when you want the best chance to watch sperm whales surface between their long dives and to spot dolphins and baleen whales—the extra 40 minutes of airtime is what makes that possible instead of a rushed search.
Dunedin Otago Harbour: Wildlife cruise with local guideYou’ll ride out from Dunedin along Otago Harbour with a local guide who knows every bend and story. Watch royal albatross soar overhead at Taiaroa Head, spot fur seals lounging under the lighthouse, sip hot tea as seabirds circle nearby, and hear tales of old fishing villages — moments you’ll remember long after your boots are dry.
Franz Josef Tandem Skydive 13,000ft with TransfersTake off from Franz Josef for a tandem skydive over glaciers, rainforests, lakes, and ocean views. Gear up with provided equipment and let your local instructor handle every detail—from airport transfer to safe landing—for an adrenaline rush you’ll keep replaying in your mind.
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Castle, Gardens & MuseumA 7-hour shore excursion from Port Chalmers combines a Dunedin city sights tour with guided access to Larnach Castle, the Chinese Garden and the Otago Early Settlers Museum. The tour departs at 9am and returns before the ship leaves port. A local guide leads the group through Otago University, the Botanical Gardens, historic buildings and Baldwin Street (the world's steepest street), then moves to the castle for its history and grounds, the Chinese Garden built by Shanghai artisans, and finally the museum's collection spanning Otago's settlement to the present day. Lunch is at your own expense; pickup and drop-off at the cruise port are included.Is it for me?The tour runs a fixed 7-hour schedule with four stops and a local guide, which is what keeps the castle, gardens and museum all inside a single port call—timing, transport and entry are arranged so you don't have to build the day yourself or worry about missing the ship.
Waipara Valley Winery Tour: 5–6 Hours, 3 TastingsA 5–6 hour winery tour in Waipara Valley takes you to Pegasus Bay, Waipara Springs and Torlesse Wines with hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide, and wine tastings at each stop. The tour includes gourmet food pairings and visits to boutique wineries known for Pinot Noir, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc. Maximum group size is 16 travellers; minimum age to taste wine is 18, and photo ID is required.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste wines across multiple wineries without driving yourself—the guide handles navigation and timing while you focus on the tastings.
ATV Riding in Queenstown: Quad Bike + Buggy ComboThis 90-minute combo in Queenstown pairs a self-drive quad bike session on a private 35-acre training ground with a guided buggy ride through the 650-acre Adventure Park. No licence or prior experience is needed; your guide adjusts the quad bike portion to your level and then drives you through elevated terrain with views over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. Return transfers from central Queenstown, full safety gear, and complimentary photos are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to try both driving and riding in one session without committing a full day—the 90-minute window and included transfers from town centre mean you can fit it between other plans. The shared group format keeps the cost down; if you prefer the quad bike or buggy alone, or want a private session, check for those options separately.
Fox Glacier & Mount Cook Helicopter Flight Snow LandingA 35-minute helicopter flight from Fox Glacier that crosses the Southern Alps, passes Mount Cook's west face, and includes a snow landing where you step onto the glacier itself. The flight covers glacial icefalls, crevasses and neves, with views stretching from the coast to mountain peaks. A professional pilot flies year-round, weather permitting, and the experience includes photo time on the snow.Is it for me?The flight is a fixed 35 minutes in the air with a snow landing built in, so there's no waiting for conditions or negotiating time on the glacier—you land, step out, photograph and return on schedule. Book this if you want Mount Cook and the glacier in a single morning or afternoon without arranging transport to the base.
Queenstown Airport Transfer: Private Door-to-Door ServiceYou get picked up at the airport by a named driver within 30 minutes of landing, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi and phone chargers, and arrive at your door without arranging transport or worrying about luggage space. Child seats and pram accommodation are available on request, and the driver shares local tips along the way. The booking is confirmed in advance with your mobile number, so you know exactly who is meeting you before you land.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing with luggage, traveling with children, or simply want to avoid the taxi queue and know exactly who is picking you up — the pre-booking and fixed route mean you can step straight from the airport into a car without arranging anything else.
Queenstown Airport to Wanaka: Private Transfer with Flight TrackingYou're picked up at Queenstown Airport or your Wanaka hotel and driven directly to your destination with no other passengers or stops. The driver monitors your flight and adjusts arrival time automatically, so delays don't leave you stranded. Infant seats are available if needed. The whole transfer is arranged in advance at a fixed price, which means no haggling with a taxi driver at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing at Queenstown and need to reach Wanaka without renting a car or coordinating with a shuttle schedule — the driver handles the timing and the route, which is what turns a 90-minute drive into one less thing to think about.
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier: Scenic Flight with Snow LandingYou board a helicopter from Fox Glacier or Franz Josef, fly over both glacier systems with views of blue ice and snowfields, and land on the snow for 30 minutes to walk around. The flight includes a pre-flight safety briefing and departs on a fixed schedule — book the time that fits your day, and weather permitting, you're in the air within hours of arrival.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both glaciers without splitting your day between two separate trips, and you're flexible with timing since weather can shift departures by hours or a day.
Fox Glacier Helicopter: 20-Min Flight & Snow LandingYou fly from Fox Glacier town heliport to the glacier's icefall, land on the snowfield for twenty minutes, and photograph the crevasses and pinnacles from ground level. Pre-flight safety briefing is included, and you're back on the ground inside an hour total. No experience needed — this is the entry-level glacier flight, which is exactly what makes it work for most people.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in the Fox Glacier area who want to see the glacier from above and stand on it without a full-day trek. Twenty minutes in the air means you fit it around other plans, and the snow landing is what separates this from a scenic flight — you're not just looking, you're landing.
Queenstown Airport to City Center: Private Transfer & WiFiYou get picked up at arrivals with a personalized sign, driven directly to your hotel or address in a private air-conditioned vehicle, and dropped off without extra stops. The 30-40 minute journey includes free WiFi and bottled water, and the driver waits for your luggage and knows the route. Child seats are available on request, and the return transfer from your hotel to the airport works the same way — fixed price, no negotiation, no surprises.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Queenstown with luggage and want to reach your hotel without arranging a taxi, negotiating a price, or waiting in a queue — the driver meets you at arrivals, handles your bags, and takes you directly to your door.
Wanaka to Queenstown Airport: Private Transfer & Flight TrackingYou get picked up from your Wanaka accommodation and driven directly to Queenstown Airport, with the driver tracking your flight to adjust timing. The one-hour journey includes your luggage, infant seats if needed, and eliminates the need to rent a car for a single transfer. Book if you want to skip the drive and arrive on schedule without guessing when to leave.Is it for me?Book this if you want to avoid renting a car for a single transfer and prefer to arrive at the airport on time without managing the drive yourself. The flight tracking means you're never picked up too early or risk being late.
Christchurch Guided Walking Tour: 40+ Sites & Local StoriesA guided walking tour of Christchurch covering more than 40 sites across the central city, led by a local guide in English. You'll pass the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial, Bridge of Remembrance, New Regent Street, the Court Theatre, and Victoria Square, moving through both historic landmarks and the innovative spaces that have reshaped the city since 2010–2011. The tour runs two hours and includes an optional wine tasting at Fiddlesticks Restaurant & Bar in the Arts Precinct.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to understand Christchurch's story—both the earthquakes that changed it and the spaces the city rebuilt—with someone who knows the place. The two-hour walk and local guide mean the route holds together as a narrative instead of a list of stops, and you move through both the landmarks and the newer spaces that define the city now.
Roxburgh Gorge Trail bike ride with jet boat transferA self-guided bike ride on the Roxburgh Gorge Trail near Queenstown that combines 33km of pedaling with a jet boat transfer through the gorge itself. The operator provides e-bikes, helmets, a safety briefing and return transport to Clyde, so you show up and ride. The boat section takes 30–40 minutes and covers the 12km stretch where no trail is built yet, letting you see the gold rush history from the water while your bikes travel alongside you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to combine biking and boating on one trail—the e-bikes climb the gorge sections while the boat covers the untrailed river stretch, letting you experience both without switching between separate outings.
Private Seal Kayaking in Kaikoura: Pedal Kayaks & WildlifeA private guided kayaking tour around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands-free pedal kayaks, where you paddle past the seal colony and encounter blue penguins and seabirds while a local guide shares stories of indigenous history, sealing and whaling. The tour lasts three hours and includes all equipment, transportation to the launch point, and photos taken by your guide.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to paddle at your own pace and linger with seals and penguins without a set schedule pushing you along—the private format means the group decides where to slow down and what to focus on.
Kaikoura Helicopter Whale Watch: Sperm Whales & Alpine LandingA scenic helicopter tour departing from Kaikoura's beachfront helipad that combines whale watching over the Hikurangi Marine Reserve with an alpine landing in the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges. You search for sperm whales and other marine life from above, then climb into the mountains for a landing with views across the peninsula, coastline and sometimes the North Island. Live pilot commentary guides you through both halves of the flight.Is it for me?The pilot speaks English and delivers live commentary throughout, so you follow the whale search and the landscape as it unfolds without needing to read subtitles or a script — questions are answered in real time as you're watching.
Kaikōura Whale Watching Helicopter Tour: Sperm Whales & ViewsA 2-hour helicopter whale watching tour over the Kaikōura Whale Sanctuary and Hikurangi Marine Reserve, where you fly low enough to photograph sperm whales, humpback whales, blue whales, orcas and Dusky dolphins. The helicopter lands on a mountaintop in the Seaward Kaikōura Ranges for 360-degree views of Kaikōura Peninsula and the Pacific Ocean. A live English-speaking guide is included, along with pickup, life jacket and headphones.Is it for me?Book this if you want close-up whale photography and a vantage most visitors to Kaikōura never reach—the helicopter's manoeuvrability and the mountaintop landing give you angles and access a boat tour can't offer.
Lake Dunstan Trail E-Bike: 42km Queenstown Cycle & WineYou ride a premium e-bike from Cromwell back to Clyde along a 42-kilometer trail that hugs Lake Dunstan's edge, passing historic gold-rush buildings and vineyard views. The shuttle handles the morning drive, the app handles navigation, and repair kit and gel seat come with the bike. Wine stops are optional and close to the trail. You finish in Clyde by early afternoon.Is it for me?Right for riders with moderate fitness who want to cover serious distance without arranging their own transport or navigation — the shuttle and app take those off your hands, and the e-assist means the climbing doesn't stop you.
Tasman Glacier helicopter flight: Scenic glacier landingA 50-minute helicopter flight from Mount Cook Village that follows the entire length of Tasman Glacier, includes a landing on the glacier, and transfers you and your bike across the Tasman River to Rotten Tommy, where your Alps to Ocean cycle journey begins. The pilot provides live commentary in English throughout, sharing knowledge of the hidden features of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park that only a local expert knows.Is it for me?Book this flight if you're starting the Alps to Ocean cycle route and want to skip the first day of climbing and begin at the high point instead. The glacier landing and the pilot's local knowledge make it worth the cost even if you're not cycling afterward—it's the fastest way to see the full scale of Tasman Glacier and the Southern Alps in a single morning.
Destinations
- Akaroa›
- Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)›
- Blenheim›
- Canterbury›
- Christchurch›
- Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula›
- Fiordland & Milford Sound›
- Fiordland National Park›
- Franz Josef & Fox Glacier›
- Greymouth›
- Hanmer Springs›
- Havelock›
- Invercargill›
- Kaikoura›
- Lake Tekapo›
- Marahau›
- Motueka›
- Nelson›
- Picton›
- Port Chalmers›
- Queenstown›
- Stewart Island / Rakiura›
- Te Anau›
- Wanaka›
