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4.99 (168)Kaikoura: Llama Trek Bay Beaches & Seal Colony Walk
Walk the kaikoura coastline with your own llama, spot wild seals, hear local stories from your guide, and enjoy free cake and a drink. includes gear and pickup options....
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From US$ 149.57
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Queenstown to Christchurch: Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo & Scenic Stops
Feel the shift from queenstown’s buzz to the quiet blue of lake tekapo, with time for pies in omarama, walks at mt cook, and a small group vibe. includes pickup....
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From US$ 227.65
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Abel Tasman: Kayak & Walk Tour with Adele Island Wildlife
Start your abel tasman adventure with a guided kayak to observation beach, spot seals at adele island, and hike the coastal track. includes lunch and all gear....
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From US$ 156.17
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Milford Sound: Overnight Cruise with Kayaks, Dinner & Private Cabin
Sleep under the peaks of milford sound on an overnight cruise. includes kayaking, private cabin with en suite, dinner, breakfast, and all gear—book your spot....
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From US$ 803.70
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Queenstown: Shotover Canyon Swing with Pickup & Safety Gear
Nerves, laughter, and a wild drop—experience the shotover canyon swing in queenstown. includes shuttle pickup, expert safety briefing, and all equipment....
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From US$ 177.20
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Lake Dunstan Cycleway: E-Bike Rental & Return Shuttle
Pedal the lake dunstan cycleway from cromwell to clyde, with e-bike rental, local stops for wine or coffee, and a luxury shuttle back. includes safety gear....
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From US$ 96.11
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Christchurch: Godley Head Walk with Picnic & WWII Sites
Walk the godley head loop from christchurch with a local guide, explore wwii landmarks, spot wildlife, and enjoy a seaside picnic lunch. includes hotel pickup....
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From US$ 204.23
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Marlborough Sounds: Guided Sea Kayak Tour & Wildlife Sighting
Feel the quiet of queen charlotte sound by kayak, spot rays and penguins, hear local stories from your guide. includes equipment and small group size....
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From US$ 72.08
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Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch with Tastings & Lunch
Feel the warmth of waipara valley on a small-group wine tour from christchurch, tasting boutique wines, sharing stories with local winemakers, and enjoying a relaxed winery lunch....
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From US$ 149.57 US$ 134.61
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Marlborough: Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton with Tastings & Pickup
Step into marlborough’s vineyards on a half-day wine tour from picton. taste local wines at 3-4 wineries, includes hotel pickup and drop-off. book your spot today....
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From US$ 111.12
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Akaroa: Sea Kayak Marine Reserve Tour & Wildlife Encounters
Feel the calm of akaroa’s volcanic bay as you kayak with a local guide, spot hector dolphins, and explore new zealand’s marine reserve. small group tour with gear included....
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From US$ 81.09
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Milford Sound: Scenic Fly & Explore Day Trip from Queenstown
Feel the thrill of flying over lake wakatipu, walk milford sound’s wild shores, and enjoy local stories with a skilled pilot—includes queenstown pickup....
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From US$ 389.84
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Franz Josef & Fox Glacier: Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
Feel the rush of flying above franz josef & fox glaciers, land on pure snowfields, and snap photos on this 35-minute helicopter tour—includes glacier landing....
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From US$ 298.80
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Marlborough: Wine Tasting Afternoon Tour & Vineyard Lunch
Savor marlborough’s top wines on a relaxed afternoon tour with lunch at a vineyard restaurant, cellar door tastings, and local guide pickup from your blenheim hotel....
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From US$ 123.14
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Cardrona: Gold Discovery Horse Trek & Valley Views Tour
Hear river sounds, ride cardrona’s trails, and learn gold rush tales on this guided horse trek with small groups. includes all gear and a local guide....
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From US$ 329.77
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Queenstown: Glacier Landing Flight & Earnslaw Burn Explorer
Feel the rush of a glacier landing near queenstown, soar over earnslaw burn’s waterfalls, and explore remote alpine valleys—includes hotel pickup and expert pilot guide....
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From US$ 463.72
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Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown with Small Group & Cruise
Feel the wild beauty of milford sound on a small group day trip from queenstown, with nature stops, local guide, and a reserved seat on the scenic fjord cruise....
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From US$ 221.65
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Queenstown: Wine Trail Tour & Underground Cave Tasting
Sip local pinot noir, explore new zealand’s largest wine cave, and enjoy a relaxed winery lunch near queenstown—includes tastings, guide, and hotel pickup....
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From US$ 119.53
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