Activities & Tours: South Island

Half-Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown

An adventure safari packed with breathtaking scenery, thrilling 4WD action whilst discovering LOTR filming locations. Visit the filming locations of Minas Tirith, Misty Mountains, the Pillars of the Kings (Argonath), Gladden Fields, the Ford of Bruinen and more. Travel an historic gold mining road, following the Arrow River, stop for an opportunity to try your hand at gold panning. Take in the spectacular panoramic views over the Wakatipu Basin.

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based on 192 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours
From $179.20

Half-Day Canyoning in Gibbston Valley from Queenstown

Get your adrenaline pumping as you climb cliffs, abseil down waterfalls and tackle water slides on this thrilling 4-hour canyoning adventure in the Gibbston Valley canyon. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people for a personalised experience, there's no experience necessary, and anyone over the age of 10 can give it a go. Round-trip transport from Queenstown and a picnic style lunch is included on the 9am tours.

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based on 77 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours
From $141.71

Bike the Valley of the Vines from Arrowtown- Return Shuttle from Queenstown

⭐Possibly the most outstanding wine tour by ebike in the country. ⭐ Embark on an adventure outside Queenstown to the Valley of the Vines to try many delicious award-winning wines ⭐ We only do Giant™ Talon E-bikes Trek Powerflys and Trek Marlin 6 (2024) pedal bikes as our standard. Probably the best bikes in NZ. ⭐Door-to-door options for direct booking only ⭐Ride arguably the best bike trail in New Zealand ⭐Perfect for the easy rider - Minimal hills, wide gravel trails, Easy Navigation. 1 hour ride ⭐Knowledgable, friendly guides ⭐Finish at any winery - Text us at 3pm or when you've decided your final stop.

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based on 171 reviews

See Details → Duration: 7 hours
From $66.97

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Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown

The highest ranked and longest running Arrowtown and Wanaka Small Group Tour in Queenstown, join the proven best on a awesome adventure. Six hour fun and informative small group tour taking in historic Arrowtown and the beautiful Lake Wanaka. 4 Regions: Arrowtown, Wanaka, Crown Range & Cardrona 8 Amazing Stops : Arrowtown/Chinese Village, Wanaka township, the Wanaka tree, views over Lake Wanaka, bra fence, Cardrona Hotel, top of the Crown Range & Crown Terrace lookout. Leaving at 10.00 this tour gives you time to relax in the morning before a great day out. Small group 6 hour tour to Arrowtown, Wanaka plus much much more. We provide fun interesting commentary, help with your photos and give great recommendations for everything from lunch to shopping. Being the top rated and original Arrowtown & Wanaka small group tour your day is going to be amazing. The best way to see the region is with a fun local guide. Please note this tour is not suitable for children under 6 years old.

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based on 168 reviews

See Details → Duration: 6 hours
From $135.24

Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown

Queenstown’s famous Shotover River provides the white water rafting action for those looking for extra excitement and thrills. Drive through Skippers canyon to the start of the rafting. Raft your way down the Shotover river taking on the wild and untamed rapids. Finish the trip rafting through the darkness of the 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel and shoot the drop into Cascade Rapid.

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based on 89 reviews

See Details → Duration: 5 hours
From $197.35

Challenger Self Drive Guided Buggy Tour from Queenstown

This is New Zealand’s premium buggy experience utilising the best machines, guides and terrain. Nowhere in the world could a landscape be more suited to exploiting these off road buggies amazing capabilities. Experience the thrill with the self-drive guided tours to conquer exhilarating terrain including steep mountain climbs, creek crossings and beautiful forest tracks and trail leading to stunning viewpoints over Queenstown. Just 5 minutes from Queenstown our exclusive adventure park is your perfect private playground. You will be rewarded with endless fun, excitement and off road adrenalin rushes and some of the most spectacular and breath-taking views you could imagine.

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based on 156 reviews

See Details → Duration: 1 hours 30 minutes
From $300.89

Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour from Queenstown

Discover the beauty of Skippers Canyon on this half-day 4WD tour from Queenstown. Leave behind the hustle and bustle of Queestown and travel 32 kilometers by 4WD to Skippers Canyon, enjoy short walks, stunning scenery and scrumptious homemade morning or afternoon tea.

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based on 72 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours
From $142.36

Best of Queenstown Sightseeing Tour

Welcome to Tāhuna Queenstown. The four-season town sitting on the edge of the mighty Lake Whakatipu. With a name fit for a Queen, it boasts an incredible mountain landscape, thrilling adventure activities, a rich gold mining history, and world-famous wines. See more and join this half-day tour that shows you around Queenstown like a local. Visit iconic scenic viewpoints, see Lord of the Rings filming locations, walk the quaint streets of Arrowtown, watch the fearless Bungy jump, taste Pinot in Gibbston, and take a cruise on the lake - all in an easy half-day adventure. The 4.5-hour Best of Queenstown Tour departs the Station Building, central Queenstown at 8:30 am, arriving back to Queenstown Bay at 1:00 pm.

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based on 60 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours
From $128.77

Ride to Riches: Arrowtown-Queenstown Bike Tour + Shuttle

⭐ Set off on the Ride to Riches journey, traversing the stunning Twin River trail outside Queenstown, featuring seven bridges and three rivers. ⭐ Choose between our top-of-the-line Giant™ Talon E-bikes and Trek Powerfly 4's, valued at $6,500 – some of the best eBikes available in the country. ⭐ Enjoy the convenience of our door-to-door service, exclusively for direct bookings. ⭐ Experience a ride on what is widely acclaimed as New Zealand's most exceptional bike trail. ⭐ Tailored for the bold rider: minimal inclines, broad gravel paths, and simple navigation for a 4-hour exhilarating adventure. ⭐ Be guided by our knowledgeable and friendly team, dedicated to making your ride unforgettable.

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based on 60 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours to 5 hours
From $32.35

Milford Sound Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

A chance to do Milford differently and capture a different perspective away from the crowds. You will have the opportunity to explore the shores for approximately 2 hours, with our three short walks, taking you to unmissable vantage points and through awesome wilderness.

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based on 34 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
From $342.31

Milford Extended Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Explore the spectacular Fiordland National Park by air on this half-day Milford Sound helicopter flight from Queenstown. Fly over Milford Sound by helicopter with a guide, and gaze out over the cliffs, waterfalls, and forests below. Stop for a stroll in Milford Sound for fine views over Mitre Peak, then land on a West Coast beach and a glacier or alpine. Along the way, gain insight into Milford Sound’s impressive geography and see sides of the region many visitors miss. This 2.5-hour tour includes round-trip travel from your Queenstown hotel.

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based on 43 reviews

See Details → Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
From $860.62

Queenstown Highlights Tour

Sit back, relax and soak up the scenic sights on this fun and informative morning of guided sightseeing. Begin with breath-taking panoramic views at a local observation point on Queenstown Hill where you can take the best panoramic photos in Queenstown. Travel to the “Valley of the Vines” Gibbston wine region and discover the New Zealand’s first commercial bungy bridge. Watch intrepid jumpers and feel the adrenaline as they plummet at a height of 43 m! Stop at Gibbston Valley Winery and enjoy a wine tasting or tea/coffee. Sneak a peek at one of the “LOTR” filming locations envisioning the “Pillar of the Kings” scene on the cliffs overlooking the Kawarau River. Continue on to explore the 1860’s gold rush era and colonial architecture of historic Arrowtown with time to wander the picturesque main street and Chinese Settlement. Return home via Arthurs Point viewing the dramatic Shotover River and capture a glimpse of a jet boat speeding through the narrow Shotover Canyons.

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based on 12 reviews

See Details → Duration: 3 hours
From $83.47

Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook Small Group Tour

Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook, this small group combines two of the most stunning locations! Spend the day at Mount Cook Village, nestled in the shadow of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand’s tallest mountain. Enjoy free reign to set your own schedule, whether it’s hiking around the Alps or learning more about the mountains at Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center. Enjoy stunning sights on the way up the mountains, including super-blue Lake Pukaki and the famous Lake Tekapo on the way towards Christchurch. If you need tips on what to do in the village, your guide is on hand to help. No-fuss hotel transfers are available from select Queenstown hotels.

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based on 1 reviews

See Details → Duration: 13 hours
From $236.19

20-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Experience the best view in town. Land on the Remarkables spur, overlooking Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin with Coronet and Cecil Peaks in the distance. A sensational photo opportunity at 5,000 feet.

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based on 56 reviews

See Details → Duration: 20 minutes
From $211.60

Lord of the Rings Scenic Tour

If you’re a movie fan or lover of beautiful landscapes, take the opportunity to see film locations from ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films on this Middle-earth tour from Queenstown. You’ll tour the countryside by 4WD and visit the locations where the Fortress of Isengard, Forest of Lothlorien and other famous Peter Jackson scenes were filmed. Discover why New Zealand is the movie directors’ choice for film locations, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

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based on 197 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes
From $179.20

Activities & Tours: South Island

Half-Day Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown

Half-Day Canyoning in Gibbston Valley from Queenstown

Bike the Valley of the Vines from Arrowtown- Return Shuttle from Queenstown

Arrowtown and Wanaka Highlights Tour from Queenstown

Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown

Challenger Self Drive Guided Buggy Tour from Queenstown

Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour from Queenstown

Best of Queenstown Sightseeing Tour

Ride to Riches: Arrowtown-Queenstown Bike Tour + Shuttle

Milford Sound Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

Milford Extended Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Queenstown Highlights Tour

Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook Small Group Tour

20-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Lord of the Rings Scenic Tour

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