Private Arrowtown and Gibbston Lord of the Rings Film Locations
Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again!
Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka tour guides who have superior knowledge on all things “Rings”. We’ll take you to the original film locations and put YOU in the scene while narrating humorous and intriguing tales from the time of filming. Join us for your personalised journey through the real Middle Earth.
Our scenic Half Day Tour includes visiting Skippers Canyon Lookout (weather permitting), Arrowtown, The Gibbston Valley and Lake Hayes.
You will be able to enjoy Lord Of The Rings locations such as The Ford of Bruinen, The Gladden Fields, The Pillars of the Kings and More!
Take photos with Authentic Props as we have the largest selection of Authentic Licensed replica props!
We also have copies of the original movie scripts and production call sheets, adding so much more depth to your Middle Earth experience!
Duration: 4 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Queenstown: Private Skippers Canyon Photography & Sightseeing
Journey with us into wild and remote Skippers Canyon. We'll take you on a photographic adventure into some of New Zealand's most spectacular and majestic landscapes and a ride through a window into our colourful gold mining past.
This tour is perfect for photography enthusiasts, from beginners to the more advanced. Your guide will bring alive the history and the stories of this rugged region.
Includes take home guide to camera settings and guide to composing great photos.
Whatever your level of proficiency they help you find inspirational vantage points and subjects and then work with you, giving you compositional tips and tricks, showing you the camera settings you need to compose amazing images. capturing a vision you'll be proud to take home.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Guided eBike Wine Tour Ride to the Vines
Ride first - Drink after. 3-hour eBike ride traversing some of the most beautiful countrysides in New Zealand with 2 hours wine tasting in 2 wineries at the end of the ride. A ride through the vineyards and exploring the vine growing secrets. An exclusive personal wine tasting experience accompanied with the artisan local platter. Comments and tips about wine from our knowledgeable guide. An enchanting eBike ride over historic suspension bridges. Visiting the world’s first permanent Bungy jumping site. Historic information about the Central Otago area and feeding farm animals along the way. Small groups allow you to enjoy your tour in privacy with the nature.
The tour is suitable for families with children. The alcohol drinks will not be served to minors (NZ minimum age) and it will be replaced with N/A soft drinks and snacks.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
Sledging
Sledge grade 2 to 3 white water on custom built sledges! Sturdy, easy to hold on to, very buoyant and highly manoeuvrable, the sledge keeps you slightly above the water. This is an action packed white water adventure for true water lovers. A great way to get up close and personal with the mighty rapids of the Kawarau River!
Duration: 4 hr 30 min
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Full Day Sightseeing Tour To Discover Queenstown's Scenic Wonder
A Queenstown sightseeing tour stands out for its unparalleled access to some of New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes, all in a single day. From the shimmering waters of Lake Wakatipu to the dramatic peaks of the Remarkables, the tour offers stunning panoramic views at every turn. The journey includes stops at iconic sites like Glenorchy, Arrowtown, where history comes alive in a charming gold rush village, and the Crown Terrace Lookout, offering unrivalled vistas over the Wakatipu Basin. With scenic beauty, cultural richness, and expertly guided exploration, this tour provides a uniquely immersive experience that captures the essence of Queenstown’s natural and historical wonders
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Remarkables Alpine Guided Snowshoeing
ENJOY SHORT WALKS IN THE SUMMER?
Take the time out to try your hand at Snowshoeing, among the snow and ice, and see for yourself the jaw-dropping Winter views across the Wakatipu Basin, a mile above Queenstown. Explore the Remarkables "Jagged Edge" ridge at your own pace!
Off the beaten track, away from the ski fields, with mile high views over Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin! What more could you ask for?
This is an amazing half day, tailored to your needs. This Snow Shoe Journey is achievable by anybody that's willing to get active. There is a moderate uphill hike (approx 30-45mins) to reach the crest of the ridge, and some of the best views that Queenstown has to offer!
A real, authentic alpine adventure, this will be a truly memorable experience!
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin
Discover Aoraki Mount Cook on a scenic private journey for up to 3–4 people. Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Queenstown, Christchurch, or Dunedin.
For Queenstown Pickup: Pass by Kawarau Suspension Bridge, Roaring Meg & Cromwell. Stop at Lindis Pass, and High Country Salmon.
For Christchurch Pickup: Pass through Geraldine and Fairlie, stop at Fairlie Bakehouse, and visit Lake Tekapo.
For Dunedin Pickup: Travel via Waitaki River and Omarama, with stops at Oamaru and High Country Salmon.
Enjoy panoramic stops at Lake Pukaki and a scenic drive to Mount Cook. Take in stunning views, walk the Hooker Valley Track with its swing bridges and Hooker Lake, spot alpine kea, or engage in Tasman Glacier View Walks. Visit the Mount Cook Visitor Centre to learn about the area’s history.
Choose to finish at Queenstown, Christchurch, Dunedin or end journey at Mount Cook. Total road time will be approximately 8.5 hours.
Duration: 12 hours – 12 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Half-Day Queenstown Photography Tour
Half day tour from Queenstown to Skippers Canyon with an experienced landscape photographer.
You will learn how to take beautiful landscape images using your own equipment. I also have a few special locations up my sleeve that have magical views.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Milford and Fiordland Highlights Tour by Helicopter from Queenstown
View alpine lakes, rivers, forests, glacial valleys, and ice capped mountains from above with this 2-2.5 hour helicopter tour. Fly over the fiord and enjoy landing on a remote west coast beach and an alpine glacier!
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
2 Day Glaciers & TranzAlpine Train: Queenstown to Christchurch
This two-day tour effortlessly connects Queenstown to Christchurch without the stress of driving or hiring a car. Travelers pass through Wānaka, traverse the dramatic Haast Pass into Westland National Park, and overnight near the frozen ice falls of Franz Josef Glacier. After exploring the jade-rich town of Hokitika, the journey finishes with a scenic rail ride across the Southern Alps aboard the world-renowned TranzAlpine train.
Duration: 2 days
Private Central Otago Wine tasting Tour with Gourmet Lunch.
Our Taste Of Central Tour presents a chance for a remarkable tasting adventure. This tour is designed to discover three subregions of Central Otago, providing private tasting sessions showcasing award-winning local wines. It combines deep-rooted history with visits to iconic sites, and exclusive boutique vineyards.
Our tours are all private and you will not be joining others.
Guests will travel in luxury, indulge in a gourmet lunch, and savour cheese boards alongside their tasting journey while exploring historical landmarks and picturesque locations.
Experience the beauty of Central Otago as you embark on a journey to explore three unique subregions. We visit boutique vineyards favoured by locals and sample a range of exceptional wines, from cool climate varietals. Discover the unique characteristics of each region and take in the breathtaking views spanning from Queenstown, the Kawarau Gorge, to the historic gold fields of Bannockburn and Cromwell.
Duration: 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Champagne Picnic on a Peak with Helicopter Ride
The Picnic on the Peak is one of our most popular excursions. Queenstown has some of the most breathtaking scenery in New Zealand and what better way to enjoy the remarkable views of Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps than enjoying a champagne picnic perched high up on one of the peaks.
Duration: 1 hour – 3 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Queenstown
⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025
We're not just photographers, we're storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around the world, our small team specialises in authentic, natural photography that truly reflects your trip.
In Queenstown, we combine creativity with local knowledge to show you hidden gems, secret angles, and the best light. You'll not only get beautiful, professional photos but also insider tips to make the most of your time here.
We're proud to be recognised among the top-rated photography tours of 2025, trusted by travellers worldwide for our relaxed style and stunning results.
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Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Central Otago Wine Tour: 3 Regions, 4 Wineries & Lunch | Max of 8
Discover Central Otago with Queenstown Wine Trail, Queenstown’s original wine tour company, established in 1992 and pioneers of wine tourism in the region.
Limited to just 8 guests, our premium full-day wine tour offers a genuinely intimate small-group experience. Travel through 3 Central Otago wine regions – Gibbston, Cromwell and Bannockburn – visiting 4 carefully selected wineries and cellar doors, with all wine tastings and a delicious à la carte winery lunch included.
Your WSET-qualified local Wine Guide brings the region to life with expert knowledge, local stories and insights into Central Otago’s wines, vineyards, history and landscapes.
Our winery itinerary varies according to cellar door opening days and availability, allowing our experienced team to carefully plan each day and showcase a great selection of Central Otago wine experiences.
More than three decades later, we remain proudly family-owned and operated and love welcoming guests to the place we call home.
Duration: 6 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour
The Otago Central Rail Trail is the Original Great Ride in New Zealand's burgeoning Cycle Trails Network. This particular section of the trail is the most spectacular - it also suits travelers on a short time frame and a high level of fitness is not required.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
Queenstown To Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Return (Day Tour)
Mt Cook Private Day Trip from Queenstown
Discover the very best of New Zealand with Ultimate New Zealand Tours on a fully personalized private journey. Visit the iconic turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki, explore a scenic lavender farm, and experience the grandeur of Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand’s tallest peak and a place of deep Māori significance. See the mighty Tasman Glacier, unique alpine flora and fauna, and learn about the region’s rich mountaineering history. Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and adventurers alike.
Duration: 10–12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Queenstown to Milford Sound (Including Cruise )
A day trip to Milford Sound from Queenstown unveils a stunning tapestry of New Zealand's landscapes, showcasing serene lakes, ancient rainforests, and majestic waterfalls. Your journey includes stops at the iconic Mirror Lakes and the breathtaking Homer Tunnel, leading you to the awe-inspiring Milford Sound. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the fiord, where you can spot dolphins and seals while admiring towering cliffs and the legendary Mitre Peak. This 12-hour adventure is perfect for nature lovers seeking an unforgettable experience in Fiordland National Park.
- 12-hour round-trip adventure from Queenstown to Milford Sound
- Scenic cruise through Milford Sound with wildlife spotting
- Stops at Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn, and Monkey Creek
- Experience the dramatic landscapes of Fiordland National Park
Duration: 8–10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown
Come and enjoy a kayaking tour to a wildlife sanctuary not able to be accessed by the general public. Unless you have a kayak in your back pocket, you will not be able to access Pigeon Island. These Islands are fantastic places with wildlife, beaches surrounded by mountains, and away from the crowds
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Ultimate Off-Roading In Gibbston Valley
If you’re looking for the best off-roading experience in New Zealand, this is it. Take a ride in our Ultimate Off-Roader, our one-of-a-kind, custom-built all-terrain vehicle that goes everywhere. It’s one of the most unique adventure experiences in Queenstown, perfect for adrenaline junkies and thrill-seekers. Note to guests: the only barrier between you and the full force of gravity is your harness!
Even though our experienced team knows all the best spots for twists, turns and drops, we always prioritise safety first. We provide protective gear that is regularly inspected and tested. All harnesses and safety belts in the off-roaders are routinely reviewed and kept to the highest safety standard. You’ll also sit through a safety briefing before your adventure so you can enjoy yourself in confidence.
Rock climbing, cliff dropping and drifting around a specially designed course of steep gullies, boulders and some ridiculous angles is all in a day’s work for these Ultimate Off-Roaders.
Duration: 15 min
- Free cancellation
Full Day Canyoning in Glenorchy Paradise from Queenstown
- Experience nature in a whole new way
- Small groups sizes of up to 10 persons maximum
- No experience required
- Enjoy an array of thrilling activities
- Climb, abseil, swim, slide and explore
- All equipment included
- The 9am tour has a lunch voucher inclusion
- Queenstown transfers included
Duration: 7 hours
- Free cancellation
CHP Bike Rentals Cromwell
• Start from Cromwell and enjoy your leisurely ride to Clyde - shuttle transport included.
• Latest LLEVANT Electric Mountain Bikes and TREK Roscoe 7's Standard Mountain Bikes
• All bikes hired include helmets, rear carrier pannier bags with one person in each group receiving an emergency kit with spare tube, multi tool, tyre levers, quick link chain tool, new chain and first aid kit.
• Pre-Trip briefing
Duration: 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation
Private Couples Photo Shoot in Queenstown
* Tailored to your story - Whether it’s a surprise proposal, an anniversary or just because, the itinerary and shooting style are customized to suit you. Special requests or ideas like flowers, champagne or chocolates can often be arranged on request.
* As a Queenstown local, the photographer knows both the iconic viewpoints and the hidden corners most visitors never see. Guests aren’t just getting photos; they’re getting a guided tour to the most photogenic places.
* Professional and safe – The photographer holds public liability insurance, a first aid certificate and a Passenger Service license. All of this provides confidence and peace of mind to the clients that this local business offers only the high quality, safe and enjoyable experiences.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Milford Sound Scenic Flyover ex Queenstown
This trip provides a spectacular overview of Milford Sound and endless panoramic views of lakes, forested river valleys, waterfalls, jagged razor backed ridge lines and snow-covered peaks along the way. Ideal for those who can’t make it for the cruise, this Milford Sound flight is an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
E-Bike Hire with Return Shuttle from Queenstown Accommodation
This is winery E-bike rides made easy. If you don’t have your own transport, or plan on sampling some award-winning Otago Pinot Noir, our accommodation shuttle and e-bike hire package has you covered. With a return shuttle between your Queenstown accommodation and Arrowtown, and an e-bike for the day, you'll be all set to cruise the trails and explore the wineries. Life made easy, let the adventure begin!
Ride completely at your own pace as you make your way through some of the most stunning and photographed scenery in New Zealand.
Kiwi owned and operated we’d love to show you our backyard and introduce you to the best trails around. These trails were once known only to locals and enthusiasts are now accessible to you!
-Our Moustache E-bikes are top-quality, French made. The Bosch powered motor will get you further than ever before!
- Our expert staff will pair you with your perfect bike, match you to the best trail and get you out on the trail quick-smart!
Duration: 6–7 hours
- Free cancellation