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

All tours (101–120 of 1,168)

Waitomo: Private Glowworm Cave Tour & Small-Group Adventure
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Most booked
Waitomo: Private Glowworm Cave Tour & Small-Group AdventureStep into Waitomo’s private caves with a local guide, scramble over boulders, see glowworms up close, and enjoy tea after your small-group caving tour.
480 reviews
4.98★
Duration
3h 15m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 219per person
Queenstown: 12 Mile Canyon Canyoning with 2 Guides & Hot Shower
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Travelers' pick
Queenstown: 12 Mile Canyon Canyoning with 2 Guides & Hot ShowerHalf-day canyoning in Queenstown's 12 Mile Canyon: zip, abseil, slide and plunge through forest. Includes gear, photos and hot shower. Central check-in, no experience needed.
471 reviews
4.90★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 249per person
Tauranga: Wairoa River Grade 5 Rafting & Cliff Jump
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★Top rated
Tauranga: Wairoa River Grade 5 Rafting & Cliff JumpFeel the rush on the Wairoa River near Tauranga with expert guides, wild rapids, and a 5m cliff jump. Includes wetsuits and pickup from Rotorua.
469 reviews
5.00★
Duration
5h
Sun
09:30
Live guide EN · KO · JA · ESFree cancellationfromNZ$ 190per person
Rotorua shore excursion from Tauranga: Geysers and Maori village
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Travelers' pick
Rotorua shore excursion from Tauranga: Geysers and Maori villageSeven hours from Tauranga port takes you through Mount Maunganui, a kiwifruit orchard, Redwoods Forest tasting.
469 reviews
4.45★
Duration
7h
Every day
09:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 250per person
Whitianga: Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Cruise 2 Hours
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Travelers' pick
Whitianga: Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Cruise 2 Hours2-hour Cathedral Cove cruise from Whitianga. See Cooks Blow Hole, Orua Sea Cave & Hahei Beach. Small groups, all fitness levels. Includes boat, seats & lifejackets.
468 reviews
4.96★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 150per person
Bay of Islands Overnight Cruise Paihia: Snorkeling & Kayaking
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Likely to sell out
Bay of Islands Overnight Cruise Paihia: Snorkeling & KayakingThe Rock's overnight cruise in Bay of Islands includes snorkeling, night kayaking, seafood collection and meals. 22 hours from Paihia Wharf, shared cabin, small groups.
461 reviews
4.88★
Duration
22h
Every day except Friday and Saturday
17:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 398per person
Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown Cruise beneath falls
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Travelers' pick
Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown Cruise beneath fallsTake a full-day coach and cruise from Queenstown with a scenic 1hr 45min nature cruise, refreshments, and return transport for an unforgettable day out.
461 reviews
4.74★
Duration
12h 30m
Every day
07:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 309NZ$ 247per person
Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving: 40 Seconds of Freefall
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Travelers' pick
Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving: 40 Seconds of FreefallJump from 12,000 feet over Lake Taupo with an experienced tandem master, freefall at 200 kph for 40 seconds.
457 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
9
Pickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 338per person
Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland: 5 Afternoon Choices
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Travelers' pick
Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland: 5 Afternoon ChoicesDay trip from Auckland to Wai-O-Tapu geothermal park with lunch, zipline or Te Puia, Redwoods Treewalk, hot tubs or spa, plus hotel pickup.
454 reviews
4.80★
Duration
12h
Every day
06:30
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 384per person
Kaikoura: Seal Kayak Tour & Sunset Pedal Kayaking Options
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Travelers' pick
Kaikoura: Seal Kayak Tour & Sunset Pedal Kayaking OptionsFeel the ocean air on a hands-free seal kayak tour in Kaikoura. Pedal or paddle with a local guide, spot fur seals up close, and capture photos without stopping.
449 reviews
4.97★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 145per person
Rotorua Redwoods: High Ropes Adventure & Forest Bridges
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Rotorua Redwoods: High Ropes Adventure & Forest BridgesFeel the sway of jungle bridges high above Rotorua’s Redwoods, guided by locals. Includes all safety gear and a 2-hour adventure in Whakarewarewa Forest.
446 reviews
4.99★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 145per person
Mt Cook Day Tour from Queenstown: Scenic Drive & 3 Hours Free Time
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Travelers' pick
Mt Cook Day Tour from Queenstown: Scenic Drive & 3 Hours Free TimeFull-day Mt Cook tour from Queenstown with Lake Pukaki, Hooker Valley hikes, and scenic flights optional. Small group, hotel pickup included, local guide. Around 10–11 hours.
444 reviews
4.87★
Duration
13h
Every day
06:30
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 279per person
Waitomo: Black Water Rafting & Glowworm Caves 3–5 Hours
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Travelers' pick
Waitomo: Black Water Rafting & Glowworm Caves 3–5 HoursTube through Ruakuri Cave under thousands of glowworms, jump small waterfalls, and abseil 35m (Black Abyss option). Wetsuits, hot shower & soup included. Ages 12+.
441 reviews
4.85★
Duration
3h–5h
start times · Every day
10
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 199per person
Abel Tasman Coastal Cruise: Granite Coast & Fur Seals
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Best value
Abel Tasman Coastal Cruise: Granite Coast & Fur SealsCruise the Abel Tasman granite coastline from golden sands beach, viewing Split Apple Rock and fur seals with optional beach stops and walks along the way.
431 reviews
4.61★
Duration
3h–6h
start times · Every day
2
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 125per person
Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau: Cruise & Guided Stops
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Likely to sell out
Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau: Cruise & Guided StopsFull-day guided tour from Te Anau to Milford Sound with a two-hour nature cruise, three optional walks, and reserved seating on the boat in small air-conditioned groups.
413 reviews
4.98★
Duration
9h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 359per person
Milford Sound: Queenstown Flights & Fiord Cruise
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Travelers' pick
Milford Sound: Queenstown Flights & Fiord CruiseFly from Queenstown to Milford Sound with scenic flight, 2-hour cruise through Fiordland, and return flight. Includes hotel pickup and light refreshments. Half-day tour.
413 reviews
4.82★
Duration
4h–5h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 856per person
Lake Mapourika kayak tour near Franz Josef Glacier
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Lake Mapourika kayak tour near Franz Josef GlacierPaddle Lake Mapourika with a local guide for three hours, taking in views of Franz Josef Glacier and the Southern Alps from the water while exploring.
412 reviews
4.91★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 159per person
Auckland Scenic Day Tour: Volcanoes, wine and Devonport
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Travelers' pick
Auckland Scenic Day Tour: Volcanoes, wine and DevonportFull-day Auckland tour with hotel pickup, air-conditioned minibus and live guide: climb two volcanoes for 360-degree views, taste Kumeu wines.
408 reviews
4.93★
Duration
8h
Every day
08:30
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 225per person
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier: Helicopter Snow Landing 35min
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Travelers' pick
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier: Helicopter Snow Landing 35minHelicopter flight over Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers with 10-minute snow landing. 35 minutes total, locally operated by commercial pilots, safety gear included.
404 reviews
4.78★
Duration
35m
start times · Every day
13
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 495per person
Milford Sound Cruise: Waterfalls, Mitre Peak & Nature Views
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Milford Sound Cruise: Waterfalls, Mitre Peak & Nature ViewsFeel the spray of Stirling Falls, watch Mitre Peak drift by, and sip hot tea on a Milford Sound cruise with live commentary and flexible lunch options.
404 reviews
4.64★
Duration
1h 45m
start times · Every day
7
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 179per person
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