Lake Cruise & Mou Waho Island Nature Walk
Lake Cruise and Mou Waho Island Nature Walk
• A “must see” in Wanaka, take a 30 minute cruise to the remote, predator free Mou Waho Island, home to the rare and flightless Buff Weka (extinct on mainland NZ).
• Optional one hour return guided bush walk, taking you up to reveal the island’s secret- a lake on top of the island!
• Morning (or afternoon) tea supplied, overlooking both lakes.
• Plant a native tree on the island as part of this unique eco-experience!
• Departures 9.00am and 1.30pm, allow 4 hours.
Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Ports of Tauranga/Rotorua/Tga - 6 Hours Rotorua Highlights Tour
Pick up from Ports of Tauranga and travel 40 mins to Okere Falls.
Walk down through our native forest to the waterfall that is on the Kaituna River – you may be lucky enough to see some of our local rafters coming over the fall. Next travel into town and head out to visit 3 of our lakes. Stop at the lookout between Blue and Green lakes. Stop at Tarawera Lake lookout for picture opportunities and visit Rangiruru Bay to take some pics on the jetty.
Travel into town and walk through the Redwood Forest at your own leisure. At your own expense you can take a tour through the forest from above (this takes 45 minutes). Redwoods Treewalk offers suspended bridges high amongst the trees, adorned with intricate wooden lanterns and history of the trees on each platform between the trees.
Head to Rotorua Lakefront/Sulphur Point, take a stroll through Government Gardens, wander through Kuirau Park, and have a foot soak in the heated foot pools and take in the bubbling mud pools.
Duration: 7 hours
- Free cancellation
Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour
Come and join us on a trip to our favourite place on Lake Wanaka, Mou Waho Island.Where you can find an island, on a lake, on an island, on a lake, on an island on the sea! Mou Waho Island is a protected nature reserve and is home to many native New Zealand birds including the curious and flightless Weka. A short walk takes you to the top of the island where you will be exposed to breathtaking panoramic views of the Arethusa pool, Lake Wanaka and its surrounding peaks.
Our water taxi leaves Wanaka Marina twice-daily travelling 15km up Lake Wanaka, passing Mou Tapu Island and the steep cliff of fisherman's cove to Mou Waho Island. Your friendly and knowledgeable skipper will inform you of the fascinating geology of the alps and the glaciers that created the lake as you travel along its sparkling waters.
Trip includes a 1.5+ hour freedom walk on the island. This part of the tour is non guided so that you can explore the island at your own pace.
Duration: 3 hr 15 min
- Free cancellation
Waiheke Island Premium Wine Tour with Tastings
If you’re looking for a premium wine tour experience on Waiheke Island, this is the tour for you. Discover an abundance of beauty on Waiheke Island 'The Island of wine'. This tour is guaranteed to leave you with fond memories that will last a lifetime! Don’t miss out on this wonderfully fun, relaxing and informative wine tour.
You will visit 3 to 4 award-winning vineyards and try 3-5 tastings at each. You will have a 1.5- to 2-hour lunch stop at one of the vineyards, (Lunch is additional) where you can relax, enjoy the wine, food and scenery.
Duration: 6 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Half-Day: Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS
Join this half-day Scenic Tour if you want to see as much of Auckland as possible in a time frame that suits you. Perfect for those who might not have a lot of time, this tour will ensure you are able to see the absolute best scenic and iconic Auckland sights. Free pickup and drop-off to all central Downtown Auckland hotels and cruise liners with a maximum of 14 people per tour to guarantee a personal and comfortable experience.
Duration: 4 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Journey from Wellington to Wētā Workshop—and back again—in our dedicated shuttle.
With daily tours departing from Wakefield Street in the city centre, we invite you to sit back and enjoy stunning harbour views, insider stories of film and creativity and even spot the iconic Wellywood sign on the way to our creative home in Miramar.
Wētā Workshop has been making cool stuff for film and TV since 1987. Our crew has brought to life beloved characters and epic special effects for iconic blockbusters like The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and Avatar.
Step into Wētā Workshop Experiences and explore a world of creativity, physical effects and movie magic on a guided tour through our creative home base.
You'll learn about the making of props, creatures and costumes created for your favourite films. Get hands-on with unique pieces from our many departments, catch our artists at work and discover how we’ve grown into the award-winning workshop you see today.
Duration: 3 hr 15 min
- Free cancellation
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Saunas Steam Pools Bathhouse Queenstown
Enjoy 90 minutes in the heart of Queenstown at The Bathhouse Spa Queenstown, a self guided, phone free and alcohol free sanctuary for complete restoration.
Move at your own pace between a 38°C hot pool, a 34°C ambient pool and a 12°C cold plunge, then warm in a traditional Finnish sauna with fireplace, two infrared saunas and a scented steam room.
Relax in two tea lounges with premium teas and chilled water. Visits include unlimited 100% cotton towels, Sans[ceuticals] toiletries and Dyson hair appliances in elegant change rooms.
Self guided sessions suit brisk contrast therapy or a lingering unwind after skiing, hiking, biking or winery visits. Located 400 m from the lakefront and CBD, The Bathhouse offers a refined ritual of comfort, calm and considered detail.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Tauranga Private Shore Excursion: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Discover more than just Rotorua’s famous geothermal wonders. With a private guide, you’ll explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, stroll through historic Government Gardens, enjoy a thermal foot soak at Kuirau Park, and visit cultural treasures like the Te Arawa Whare Waka. Along the way, you’ll see hidden gems including the Kaituna River Falls, kiwifruit orchards in Te Puke, and New Zealand’s most iconic beach at Mount Maunganui. A perfect blend of nature, culture, and local flavor—all in one unforgettable day.
Duration: 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Discover Christchurch Tour
Join Pete - your passionate local guide, for an unforgettable experience showcasing Christchurch’s iconic landmarks, beautiful coastal suburbs, rich history and hidden gems. Travelling in the comfort of a modern van with no more than 10 guests, you’ll enjoy a relaxed, personal and fun-filled day, with fascinating local insights, plenty of opportunities to ask questions, and time to truly soak up the sights.
From the charm of the historic city centre to the spectacular scenery of the coast, this is Christchurch at its very best - authentic, engaging and full of memorable moments.
Throughout the day, you’ll experience Christchurch's three signature attractions: floating along the Avon River on a traditional punt, enjoying sweeping panoramic views from the Christchurch Gondola, and exploring the city aboard the historic Christchurch Tramway. To top off your adventure, savour a delicious Spanish tapas-style lunch nestled in the vibrant surroundings of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese
Relax with a drink as you bask in the evening light on the lake!
This one hour cruise has one wine, beer, RTD or soft drink included in the ticket and is a great way to see the lake scenery before your evening meal. The cruise is fully licensed so further drinks can be purchased on board for just $7.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
Rob Roy Glacier Guided Walk
In other parts of the world, it may take several days to trek to places as beautiful as the Rob Roy Glacier, but we offer this experience in a World Heritage Area, in just one day!
Our experienced local guides are with you from pick-up to drop-off, offering their knowledge of the area, it's history, flaura & fauna.
The day begins with a scenic drive around Lake Wanaka into the Matukituki Valley. After driving through several fords, we arrive at Raspberry Hut. From here, this guided hike begins along the banks of the Matukituki River.
We enter Mt Aspiring National Park via a swing bridge, crossing the river. The walk steadily climbs through New Zealand Beech Rainforest with a wide variety of flaura & fauna.
After walking for 2.5 hours, the forest drops away and we enter open ground. Here the beauty of Rob Roy Glacier unfolds. Take time to relax and enjoy one of the best views Mother Nature offers, whilst enjoying a gourmet packed lunch!
Duration: 9 hours
- Free cancellation
Milford Sound and Big Five Glaciers Scenic Flight
The only scenic flight company ex. Queenstown to showcase some of Mt Aspiring & Fiordland National Parks largest Glaciers. These include the Rob Roy, Bonar, Jura, Volta, Dart, Olivine, and Donne Glaciers among many others and of course, Milford Sound itself. Each tour with Air Milford is guaranteed to see at least five major glaciers.
Duration: 1 hour
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience Combo
Our most popular evening experience encompasses all we have to offer - a guided tour, hāngī buffet dinner and a cultural performance.
Guided valley tour – Explore geysers, mud pools, native bush, the Kiwi Conservation Centre, and the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, while learning about Māori culture from a knowledgeable guide.
Hāngī buffet dinner – Enjoy a feast of traditional food at Pātaka Kai Restaurant, overlooking the geothermal valley.
Cultural performance – Experience pōhiri, waiata, mōteatea, poi and haka in our carved meeting house.
Duration: 4 hr 30 min
Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour
With this tour, you will enjoy a small-group experience with personalised attention while discovering the beauty of Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula. You’ll also avoid wasting time waiting for a large group to get on and off the bus.
You’ll be introduced to the city in the best possible way, with an itinerary designed to make the most of your time. See Dunedin’s key highlights and take in the breathtaking scenery of the Otago Peninsula via Highcliff Road — a route not suitable for larger buses, giving you a more exclusive experience.
Your tour also includes a one-hour guided experience at the Royal Albatross Centre. This begins with a short documentary and an informative talk about the albatross, followed by a walk to the viewing platform, where you’ll spend around 30 minutes observing the nesting area and seeing these magnificent birds gliding up close. Please note that the walk to the viewing platform takes approximately five minutes uphill.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour
Enjoy a relaxing day out around some of the beautiful wineries in Marlborough. Learn about the regions great wines and sample at least 4 wines at each cellar door. We usually visit 5 tasting rooms so you will get plenty of wine and different experiences. Our tour is door to door so you don't have to worry about driving, just relax and enjoy your tour. Outside of peak times we don't have preset cellar doors so if you have somewhere you would like to go please message us before the tour and we will do our best to schedule your visit. There are around 20 cellar doors to choose from on a daily basis so plenty of variety.
Please choose the correct tour location and time. We have central Picton 9.30am and central Blenheim 10am. If you are outside of central areas please check with us before booking
Do NOT book this if you are on a cruise ship as it is unlikely to meet your ships times, please choose our shore excursion tours.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
Kiwi Park Queenstown Admission
Explore our 5-acre oasis at Kiwi Park. A family-owned and operated wildlife centre in the heart of Queenstown, dedicated to saving our endangered wildlife species.
We have over 20 species of native wildlife including New Zealand's national icon, the Kiwi and our living fossil, the Tuatara.
Kiwi Encounters:
Enjoy an unforgettable experience viewing Kiwi while learning about these fascinating birds from our professional wildlife team.
Times:
10am, 11am, 12:15pm, 1pm, 2:15pm, 3pm, 4:15pm & 5pm (Oct-April)
10am, 11am, 12:15pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3:45pm & 4.30pm (May - Sep)
Conservation Show:
Get up close and personal with our most fascinating, endangered wildlife in this entertaining 30-minute free flight show.
Times:
11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30 & 5:30pm (Summer)
11:30am & 3pm (Winter)
Important:
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before Kiwi Encounter, Subject to availability.
Maximum occupancy in Kiwi House is 80 people.
Kiwi House open at all times outside Kiwi Encounters for viewing.
Duration: 2–3 hours
- Free cancellation
Voyages of Maori at Mitai Maori Village
Experience Maori Culture and Traditions
Embark on this journey as you partake in the revelation of the traditional hangi feast and relish for lunch in buffet style. Be a witness to the fierce warriors navigating the war canoe along the tranquil waters of Wai-o-Whiro stream and immerse yourself in rich cultural performances such as Wero, Pōwhiri (Traditional Māori Welcome), Waiata (Song), Mōteatea (traditional chant), Poi, Haka and much more. Embrace nature and explore the echoes of the ancient reconstructed fortified village site unravelling the ways of life of the Māori and the natural spring Te Wai Whakarukuhanga a Atua (The waters of the Gods) also known as Te Puna Tapu o Tuhoe (a famous ancestor and tribe).
Nau mai, haere mai, whakatau mai – come and experience our world…
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Milford Sound Business Class from Queenstown & Gourmet Cruise
Milford Business Class offers a truly unique, luxurious experience that sets it apart from other Milford Sound tours. With a small group size of just 15 guests per van, it ensures high service standards, a personalised journey, and added amenities for your comfort.
You’ll travel in custom-built Mercedes vehicles designed with business-class comfort, featuring a glass roof, panoramic windows, seat charging ports, and Wi-Fi.
Upon arrival at Milford Sound, you’ll board the exclusive Sinbad Cruise, a luxury vessel offering spacious seating and exceptional service. Guests enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and a locally sourced, gourmet menu with Māori cultural influences, while a nature guide shares fascinating insights. Scenic stops along the journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound allow you to connect with Fiordland’s natural beauty, away from the crowds.
An optional upgrade to return via plane or helicopter is available for an added touch of luxury.
Duration: 12 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Tongariro Alpine Crossing One-Way Ketetahi Only Private Carpark
National Park Shuttles is the sole Manawhenua operator based in Waimarino, providing reliable transport services from the only secure parking facility conveniently located on State Highway 46 at the Ketetahi track road end. We offer a stress-free experience by allowing you to park safely before embarking on your journey.
We transfer you from the private car park to the beginning of the trek (Mangatepopo). You can hike as fast or as slowly as you like.
No waiting hours for a shuttle at the finish if you're fast. No running for your shuttle if you're slow. At the end of the trek, you will arrive at the 4-hour Ketetahi car park. You will walk another 900 meters from there, back to where your car is parked.
Rest assured that no one is ever left behind!
Duration: 35 min
- Free cancellation
Waiheke Island Day Tour: Ziplining, Wine Tasting & Vineyard Lunch
Experience the best of Waiheke on a full-day tour that combines a morning of high-flying zipline adventure with an afternoon sampling the delicious wines and foods of this fertile island. Expert guides lead your zipline adventure and show you how to soar through the air. Afterward, join the Taste of Waiheke tour and celebrate starting with a local all-press olive oil tasting, this is following by a two course lunch at a premium vineyard, before enjoying two other wine tastings. Small-group tour limited to 12 people whilst ziplining and 35 on the vineyard tour ensures customized attention from your guides.
Duration: 9 hours
- Free cancellation
Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise
An overnight cruise amidst spectacular Milford Sound, is a once in a lifetime experience. While on board the Milford Mariner you will cruise the full length of this spectacular fiord before anchoring for the night in sheltered Harrison Cove.
Duration: 2 days
5 hours Far End of Waiheke Scenic Wine Tour in Electric Vans
Far End Tour is our exclusive offer, as it's a very remote part of Waiheke that most people miss out on. It gives visitors a real variety of venues and locations to explore.
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Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable about local history, hidden gems, and of course wine!
Up to 12 Wine Tastings on 3 Top Vineyards included
You will spend 4 hours in style – with privacy and attention unmatched by traditional group tours.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Hokitika Gorge Walk and Wilderness Trail Tour by eBike
This tour lets you discover the breathtaking West Coast Wilderness Trail at your own pace. First up, a guided walk of the Hokitika Gorge the its stunning turquoise waters is a highlight. Then marvel at the natural wonder of Dorothy Falls, before venturing along the Wilderness Trail on your self-guided eBike ride. The trail is mostly flat or downhill, making it perfect for a family-friendly adventure. Soak in the lush native forest surroundings, and picturesque Lake Kaniere. There's a charming stop at Hans Bay then a ride alongside the historic water race built in 1875, surrounded by native flora and scenic landscapes. Complete the journey in Hokitika, exploring local craft stores, galleries, and cosy cafes.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
