Top Things to Do in New Zealand

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★4.8 1,168 experiences from NZ$ 10.90 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All tours (161–180 of 1,168)

Christchurch Gondola Ticket & Mt Cavendish Summit Views
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Christchurch Gondola Ticket & Mt Cavendish Summit ViewsChristchurch Gondola cable car to Mt Cavendish with 360° views of the city, Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbour. Includes return ride and café. 15 mins from city centre.
340 reviews
4.51★
Duration
2h
Every day
10:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 45per person
Kayaking Lake McLaren: Glowworms at dusk with local tasting
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Travelers' pick
Kayaking Lake McLaren: Glowworms at dusk with local tastingPaddle Lake McLaren at dusk in a double kayak with a guide, watch glowworms light the cliffs as darkness falls, then taste New Zealand cheeses and honey on shore.
340 reviews
4.87★
Duration
3h 15m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · DE · FRFree cancellationfromNZ$ 265per person
Doubtful Sound Cruise from Te Anau: Lake Manapouri & Rainforest
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Travelers' pick
Doubtful Sound Cruise from Te Anau: Lake Manapouri & RainforestFull-day Doubtful Sound cruise from Te Anau with Lake Manapouri crossing, Wilmot Pass rainforest stop, and nature commentary. Air-conditioned coach included.
337 reviews
4.75★
Duration
9h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 383per person
Full Day Marlborough Wine Tour: 4–6 Wineries with Lunch Stop
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Travelers' pick
Full Day Marlborough Wine Tour: 4–6 Wineries with Lunch StopFull-day Marlborough wine tour from Blenheim with a winemaker guide visiting 4–6 wineries like Lawson's Dry Hills and Framingham, plus vineyard lunch and tastings.
337 reviews
4.96★
Duration
6h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 250per person
Wellington: Lord of the Rings Shire & Weta Workshop Tour
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Travelers' pick
Wellington: Lord of the Rings Shire & Weta Workshop TourTour the Outer Shire film set in Wellington and Weta Workshop where LOTR props and costumes were made. Includes Mt Victoria views and pickup from cruise ships.
337 reviews
4.58★
Duration
3h 30m–4h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 175per person
Marlborough Sounds: Pelorus Mail Boat Cruise & Remote Delivery
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Travelers' pick
Marlborough Sounds: Pelorus Mail Boat Cruise & Remote DeliveryStep aboard the historic Pelorus Mail Boat in Marlborough Sounds, deliver real mail & groceries to remote homes, meet locals & enjoy live commentary with tea.
336 reviews
4.80★
Duration
5h–10h
Wed, Fri and Sat
10:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 145per person
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise: Rural delivery by water
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Travelers' pick
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise: Rural delivery by waterCruise the Queen Charlotte Sound on the official New Zealand Post mail boat, watching the skipper deliver post and groceries to remote waterside homes.
334 reviews
4.72★
Duration
4h
Mon–Sat
13:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 132per person
Otago Central Rail Trail cycle tour: Poolburn Gorge & viaduct
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Otago Central Rail Trail cycle tour: Poolburn Gorge & viaductCycle the Otago Central Rail Trail from Auripo through Poolburn Gorge, past the 37m viaduct and two tunnels, with bike hire.
334 reviews
4.96★
Duration
6h
Every day
09:00
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 160per person
Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown: Filming Locations
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Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown: Filming LocationsHalf-day 4WD tour from Queenstown to Lord of the Rings filming locations including Minas Tirith, Argonath and Ford of Bruinen, with hotel pickup and gold panning.
333 reviews
4.77★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 323per person
Jet Boat Adventure on Clutha River from Wanaka
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★Top rated
Jet Boat Adventure on Clutha River from WanakaJet boat the Clutha River from Wanaka with live commentary and 360 spins through the Snake section and Devils Nook switchback.
332 reviews
4.99★
Duration
1h 15m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 159per person
Rotorua Geothermal Tour: Redwoods Treewalk & Glow Worms
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Travelers' pick
Rotorua Geothermal Tour: Redwoods Treewalk & Glow WormsSmall-group guided tour from Tauranga to Rotorua's geothermal sites, Redwoods Forest and glow worm cave: departs the cruise port, includes foot bath.
329 reviews
4.57★
Duration
7h
Every dayLive guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 245per person
Coromandel: Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Small-Group Tour
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Travelers' pick
Coromandel: Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Small-Group TourFull-day Coromandel tour from Auckland with Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach, picnic lunch in Hahei, and hotel pickup. Small groups, air-conditioned vehicle, 8 hours.
324 reviews
4.82★
Duration
12h
Every day
06:30
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 259NZ$ 207per person
Tauranga: 15,000ft Tandem Skydive & Scenic Flight Bay of Plenty
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Tauranga: 15,000ft Tandem Skydive & Scenic Flight Bay of PlentyFeel the rush with a tandem skydive over Tauranga and Bay of Plenty. Includes scenic flight, expert instructors, and all safety briefings. Just show up and jump.
323 reviews
4.99★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Sat and Sun
3
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 535per person
Paihia Bay of Islands: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise & Island Snorkel
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Travelers' pick
Paihia Bay of Islands: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise & Island Snorkel6-hour sailing cruise from Paihia among 144 islands with 2-hour wildlife sanctuary stopover. Includes snorkeling, paddle board, lunch and local guide. Max 16-20 passengers.
321 reviews
4.96★
Duration
6h
Every day
10:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 245per person
Ziplining in Kaikoura: Five flights above farmland and forest
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Likely to sell out
Ziplining in Kaikoura: Five flights above farmland and forestZipline five giant dual lines above Kaikoura farmland and native forest on a 3.5-hour adventure that includes a 4X4 river crossing.
319 reviews
4.98★
Duration
3h 30m
start times · Every day
7
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 199per person
Arthur's Pass Discovery: TranzAlpine Train & guided walks
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Arthur's Pass Discovery: TranzAlpine Train & guided walksTranzAlpine train journey through the Southern Alps and Waimakariri Gorge, followed by a guided rainforest walk in Arthur's Pass National Park.
314 reviews
4.84★
Duration
9h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENPickup optionalfromNZ$ 940per person
Akaroa Full Day Tour from Christchurch: Cruise & Cheese
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Travelers' pick
Akaroa Full Day Tour from Christchurch: Cruise & CheeseFull-day tour from Christchurch to Akaroa with hotel pickup, nature cruise spotting Hector's dolphins and penguins, cheese tasting, and optional lunch.
312 reviews
4.65★
Duration
9h 30m
Every day
08:30
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 290per person
Auckland: All Blacks Experience & Haka with Interactive Games
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Travelers' pick
Auckland: All Blacks Experience & Haka with Interactive GamesAll Blacks Experience in Auckland includes guided Māori culture tour, replica changing room, haka performance, and rugby activity. Wheelchair accessible.
304 reviews
4.66★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
9
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 75per person
Christchurch: Zipline Adventure Park Tour & Chairlift Ride
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Travelers' pick
Christchurch: Zipline Adventure Park Tour & Chairlift RideFeel the rush on New Zealand’s longest zipline in Christchurch, with four lines, chairlift ascent, and local guides. All gear provided. Just bring your nerves.
295 reviews
4.93★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
5
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 199per person
Queenstown: Arrowtown & Wanaka Highlights with Crown Range
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Queenstown: Arrowtown & Wanaka Highlights with Crown RangeSmall-group tour from Queenstown through Arrowtown and Wanaka with Crown Range viewpoint, Cardrona Hotel beer, and lake time. Local guide, modern coach, 8 hours.
295 reviews
4.89★
Duration
6h
Every day
10:00
Live guide ENfromNZ$ 209per person
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