Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50 Minute Helicopter Flight
Soar over the majestic Southern Alps on a 50-minute breathtaking helicopter flight from Queenstown.
Discover the mystery of Lake Wakatipu's northern shores, before experiencing a snow landing on the distinctive Jura Glacier. Stand in snow surrounded by high mountain peaks and bush covered valleys as you admire unparalleled views of Mount Aspiring and the mighty Rees and Dart River valleys.
Duration: 50 min
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Full-Day Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Walks from Te Anau
Embark on an awe-inspiring day excursion to Milford Sound from Te Anau, where you'll be part of a friendly, intimate group of no more than 15 fellow travelers, led by a friendly local guide. Prepare for an unforgettable journey, including a small boat cruise, traversing the entire length of the majestic fiord and venturing out to the vast expanse of the Tasman Sea.
Our relaxed itinerary is designed to maximise your enjoyment, allowing ample time for leisurely strolls, capturing breathtaking photographs, and immersing yourself in the natural wonders of the area alongside our knowledgeable nature guide. Whether it's pausing to admire cascading waterfalls, spotting playful dolphins, or simply soaking in the tranquility of the surroundings, every moment promises to be filled with wonder and discovery.
Duration: 9 hours
- Free cancellation
6.5 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion - Tauranga
Experience the unique and special natural beauty of Rotorua, the geothermal hot spot of New Zealand, just 1 hour's drive from Tauranga.
Learn about the geothermal features and its use by the Maori people, the first to settle in New Zealand over 800 years ago.
Entry is not included to the private geothermal reserves, but we do see boiling mud pools, crystal clear bubbling hot springs and volcanic lakes.
Relax at the foot bathing pools in Kuirau Park, (towels provided) after a short walk to see the bubbling mud and steaming lakes.
Whakarewarewa Village is our stop for a snack lunch, here you can take a peek at the village (entry not incl.) before our final stop, the Redwoods Forrest.
Here we take a short, guided tour through a purpose-built Glow Worm Cave, then a walk among the treetops on a network of easy-to-use rope swing bridges, with access by a gentle spiral ramp, no steps are needed.
The tour start time will be confirmed when your booking is accepted by us.
Duration: 6 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Rotorua Cultural and Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Depart Tauranga
Experience a fascinating journey through the culture, geothermal wonders, and natural beauty of the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua on this immersive six-hour adventure.
Duration: 6 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Experience two North Island icons on a day tour from Auckland.
Travel south from Auckland to Hobbiton. On arrival at Shire’s Rest you embark on your Hobbiton Movie Set tour. You see 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge and the Party Tree. At this stunning location you can take a photo at the gate to Bilbo’s house, “Bag End”. Finish with a visit to the Green Dragon Inn for a drink.
Following your drink, you will be treated to a sumptuous buffet lunch in the marquee & some time to shop before continuing on to Waitomo.
On arrival in Waitomo, join a 45 minute guided tour of the incredible Waitomo Glow Worm caves. Enjoy the delicate cave formations and be wowed in the Cathedral, before taking the iconic boat rode through the glow worm grotto (subject to water levels). Marvel in silence at thousands of magical glow worms.
Return to Auckland in the early evening.
*tours at both Hobbiton and Waitomo join larger groups*
Duration: 12 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland
See Auckland's wild side on this half-day tour from Auckland. Visit the iconic Mt Eden volcano for 360 degree views of the city before travelling to Piha Beach. Walk on the black sand, then take a guided walk through the rainforest to Karekare Falls, learning about New Zealand's native plants and animals. Visit a family-owned winery for a free tasting of five boutique wines, with the option to stay for lunch, or pick up a smaller snack from a local bakery (wine tasting included; lunch is your own cost). At the end of the tour, we can drop you off anywhere in the city, at the zoo or museum, or Mission Bay beach.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Enjoy a full day, all-inclusive adventure in Wellington, the home of middle-Earth. Visit some amazing locations from the Lord of the Rings movies, enjoy a delicious lunch and visit the famous Weta Workshop, where the films were created.
We are Wellington's original Lord of the Rings tour and have been operating since 2002. Formerly Rover Rings Tours [before Covid], Welly Rings Tours is proud to show you Wellington as Middle-earth. Our fans-turned-guides will share with you fascinating stories of the making of these movies that you likely won't hear anywhere else - mainly because some of our guides were actually there!
Duration: 8 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience
Immerse yourself in an authentic New Zealand adventure as you journey deep into the heart of world-renowned Mt Aspiring National Park, a truly unique and untouched world. This is not just a jet boat ride, but a combination of activities designed to connect you with the real New Zealand.
Experience 2 hours of breath-taking scenery and wilderness jet boating on braided, glacier-red rivers in this UNESCO World Heritage Area. Our experienced guides add a personal touch with stories about the history, the Greenstone trail and Māori legends from our own Ngai Tahu ancestors. An unmissable journey through spectacular scenery where mythology, heritage & fantasy meet reality.
Where else can you pack so much into a half day of adventure and exploration?
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton & Waitomo 1-Way Small Group Tour
Explore the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set and the stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves on this one-way small group tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Guided by knowledgeable locals, enjoy a day filled with picturesque landscapes, intriguing cave formations, and an immersive experience into the world of The Lord of the Rings. Capture photos of charming towns, witness the magical glowworms, and savor a complimentary beverage at the Hobbiton pub. Finish your adventure with a scenic drive through Rotorua's highlights before check-in at your accommodation.
- Small group tour with passionate, expert guides
- Visit the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves
- Includes entry tickets, bottled water, and snacks
- Duration: Approximately 13 hours, ending in Rotorua
Duration: 13 hours
- Free cancellation
Castle, Coast & City Tour - 8 pax max - Castle Entrance Included
A relaxed and friendly small group tour (max. 8 pax) showing you Dunedin's most impressive, unique and charming sights, including a tour of the only castle in the country: Larnach Castle. With an entertaining mix of storytelling, photo ops, scenery, and charm, our tours provide visitors with an unforgettable experience and a fantastic insight into our hometown - Otepoti Dunedin. Auch auf Deutsch!
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown
Sit back, relax and let us host your full day Southland adventure from Queenstown to Milford Sound.
Enjoy one of the world’s most spectacular drives in a modern glass‑roof coach, travelling along the shores of Lake Whakatipu through countryside to Te Anau. After a refreshing café stop, continue along the dramatic alpine Milford Road, with photo stops and short walks along the way.
Step aboard our unique, character-rich vessels for a 1 hr 40 or 2‑hour Milford Sound cruise to the Tasman Sea and admire waterfalls, wildlife and towering mountains. Experienced skippers tailor each cruise to the day’s conditions and wildlife sightings, while specialist nature guides provide live commentary. Spacious vessels feature large windows and open viewing decks for uninterrupted views, and you feel the spray of waterfalls.
Bring your own lunch or purchase locally curated food and drinks, including wine, craft beer and barista coffee, on board. After the cruise, return by coach to Queenstown
Duration: 10–12 hours
- Free cancellation
Christchurch to Queenstown via Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook (1 way)
Escaping the hustle and bustle of Ōtautahi Christchurch, this 1 way trip adventures via the Canterbury plains, State Highway 79, the world famous Fairlie Bakehouse, Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Aoraki Mt Cook Village,and the Lindis, before arriving in Tāhuna Queenstown. As this tour showcases some of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations, it is one of our most popular full day experiences. You will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, this journey is one you will never forget!
*Please note that all CHRISTCHURCH TO QUEENSTOWN bookings from the 1st of November onwards no longer guarantee a stop at High Country Salmon. The Jacksons Orchard stop is also omitted, and will instead be replaced by brief stops at Wānaka and Cardrona.
Duration: 13 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Experience the natural treasures of New Zealand on a whale-watching cruise from the picturesque town of Kaikoura. Look for the mighty Sperm Whales that live in these waters along with Dusky Dolphins, New Zealand Fur Seals and Seabirds. Admire breathtaking views of the snow-capped Kaikoura Ranges during your free time in Kaikoura's township and visit a seal colony on land. Wrap up the day with a scenic drive back to Christchurch. Your experienced guide shares informative commentary throughout the day on this fun and fascinating tour.
Duration: 11 hours
- Likely to sell out
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Enjoyable, informative and a great day out...
Explore Auckland with a more personalised experience.
An exceptional value, we offer a very comprehensive tour covering all the best sights, with plenty of stops for photos.
• Discover our sparkling harbour, stunning beaches, historic buildings, leafy parks, Victorian suburbs, and bustling shopping areas.
• Enjoy fantastic views from the top of our volcanoes.
• Travel over the Harbour Bridge for great views of our city.
• Learn about Auckland, the geography, history, and our way of life.
• Comfortable air-conditioned coach takes you to a greater variety of sights.
• Easy morning, 4 hour tour.
• Convenient downtown departure point or from our central pick-up locations.
Duration: 4 hours – 4 hr 10 min
- Free cancellation
Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch from Auckland
Escape Auckland for a scenic day trip through the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula and be part of a small group as you explore some of the region’s most iconic coastal highlights.
Travel through lush Waikato countryside and along the coast before arriving at Hahei Beach, a stunning spot to stretch your legs and enjoy the scenery.
From Hahei, continue to Cathedral Cove, one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landmarks. Take the 30–45 minute walk through native bush and along the coastline to reach the spectacular cove, with its dramatic cliffs, golden sands and clear blue waters.
After Cathedral Cove, enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch by the coast before heading to Hot Water Beach. Here, you can dig your own natural spa pool in the warm, mineral-rich sand — tide permitting.
With a small group, plenty of time to explore and a great mix of nature, scenery and adventure, this is a relaxed way to experience the Coromandel before returning to Auckland in the evening.
Duration: 10–12 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu
Join a small-group morning tour from Rotorua to explore two top geothermal parks: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Waimangu Volcanic Valley.
Get picked up around 8-8:30 AM. See New Zealand's largest boiling mud pool, then enjoy a 1-hour guided walk through Wai-O-Tapu's colorful hot springs.
Witness the Lady Knox Geyser erupt at 10:15 AM.
Afterward, your guide will explain the 1886 Mt Tarawera eruption in Waimangu Volcanic Valley during another 1-hour guided walk through its active hot springs. Have lunch at Waimangu Cafe around 12 PM (30min) before being dropped off by 1pm.
Please note: Lunch is not include in price
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Rotorua, New Zealand
Thousands of Years in the Making a Wonderland of Stunning Geothermal Activity. The technical description for this remarkable place is that it’s part of an 18-sq. km active geothermal park at the northern perimeter of the Reporoa Caldera (a collapsed volcanic crater) formed 230,000 years ago within the Taupo Volcanic Zone. The ‘wow’ factor is much in evidence at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, the place we love to share with visitors from all corners of the globe. Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland ‘one of the most surreal places on earth’ so naturally it’s high on the list of Rotorua’s must-see attractions. A place to marvel at nature’s artistic splendour, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland is also committed to providing a safe visitor experience.
Duration: 1–2 hours
- Free cancellation
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Join us on this 3hr journey into the story of Wellington, where we share the history, culture, conservation and place in the world of Te-Whanagnui-a-Tara - the coolest little capital. Visit Wellington’s main highlights and some hidden gems, including 4 photo stops a ride on the Cable Car. A perfect overview of our wonderful city for those who want an insight into local life and options on how to write your own Wellington story.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WELLINGTON CABLE CAR WILL BE CLOSED FOR MAINTENANCE BETWEEN 21 JULY - 10 AUG 2025
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Queenstown to Christchurch One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook, this small group, fully-guided tour combines two of the most stunning locations in the South Island with the time and options to enjoy the activities, unlike other tours.
Highlights:
• Mt Cook & Aoraki National Park, free time for activities & walks
• Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki
• Church of the Good Shepherd, Lindis Pass and the Southern Alps
Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
Duration: 14 hours
- Free cancellation
Queenstown Half Day Canyoning Adventure
Zip, abseil, slide and plunge your way through one of Queenstown’s hidden natural playgrounds.
Exclusive 12 Mile Canyon is surrounded by native beech forest and filled with clear pools, waterfalls, narrow passageways and natural rock chutes. It’s a uniquely New Zealand adventure and a chance to experience a wild landscape most visitors never get to see.
Canyon Explorers provides two guides on every trip, offering more support, clear instruction and greater flexibility for both first-timers and experienced adventure seekers.
Free trip photos are included, and after the canyon you can return to our purpose-built base for changing facilities, a hot shower and a complimentary tea, coffee or hot chocolate.
With a convenient central Queenstown check-in location and all the extras included, you can focus on the adventure from start to finish.
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown
Discover the best of the South Island scenery on this half-day Walter Peak horse trek from Queenstown. Take a traditional steam-driven boat from Queenstown to Walter Peak before you hop into the saddle and follow a guide on horseback along winding trails through terraces and pastures. Along the way, admire sweeping views across shimmering Lake Wakatipu to the soaring peaks in the distance. After your horse trek enjoy a snack of freshly baked scones and cakes. This 3.5-hour tour includes safety equipment and round-trip boat travel from Queenstown.
Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure to check in.
Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
See the highlights of Auckland on a 2.5-hour sailboat cruise on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour. Enjoy a 3-course dinner while viewing the highlights of the city, including the Sky Tower and Auckland Harbour Bridge. Your expert captain shares fun and informative facts about Auckland and its iconic sights throughout your tour. Appreciate the beauty of Auckland as evening falls during this memorable dinner cruise.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Southern Discoveries
Discover Milford Sound with the experts. For over 70 years, we've shared our passion for the natural wonders of Milford Sound. Our premium catamarans are purpose-built for uncrowded comfort and unbeatable views.
More space means better memories. Enjoy ample room to roam, inside and out. Get closer to the spray of waterfalls and snap epic photos of Mitre Peak or Stirling Falls from outdoor viewing decks, or relax in the cosy interior cabins.
Immerse yourself in nature, not a crowd. We ensure a premium experience for all. Complimentary tea and coffee plus options to pre-order a picnic lunch or choose the To Kai buffet on selected departures.
Cruise with the original Milford Sound experts and discover the wonders of this unique fiord—all without feeling rushed.
Duration: 1 hr 45 min
- Free cancellation
Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
Ernest Kemp Cruises cruising Lake Taupo for over 30 years. We specialise in visiting the Maori Rock Carvings daily. Enjoy the history of the area and this unique replica steamboat. Friendly skipper and crew offer a live commentary and a colour brochure explaining the meaning of the carvings. Lots of great photo opportunities with viewing and seating both inside and out. Bring a towel in summer months your skipper may decide there is time for a swim in our crystal clear lake.
Complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. Free wifi on board.
4 cruises daily in the summer months, from 90 - 120 minutes. Our popular 5 pm Cocktail Cruise includes a couple of complimentary glasses of wine or beer and pizza, this is all included in the ticket price. Sit back and relax you will have great experience on board Ernest Kemp Cruises.
Duration: 1 hr 50 min – 2 hours
- Free cancellation