Activities & Tours: South Island

Tandem Hang Gliding

Soar through the skies and feel what it's like to fly like a bird with two wings on your back! Experience the exhilaration of flight as you take-off from our launch site amidst the stunning landscapes of Queenstown. Our professional and certified hang gliding pilots will guide you through every step, ensuring your safety and providing expert instruction. Once securely strapped into the lightweight and and aerodynamic hang glider, you will feel the thrill of gliding through the air, witnessing breathtaking panoramic views of Queenstown's majestic mountains, lush forests, and pristine lakes. This unforgettable adventure offers an intimate connection with nature and an unparalleled sense of freedom. Whether you are an adventure enthusiast seeking an adrenaline-pumping experience or a nature lover wanting to witness the beauty of Queenstown from a unique perspective, our hang gliding trip is perfect for you.

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based on 12 reviews

See Details → Duration: 1 hours 30 minutes
From $231.66

Queenstown Twilight Wine and Craft Beer Tour

It's always 5 o'clock at Altitude Tours. Join the Twilight Wine & Craft Beer Tour for an entertaining late afternoon wine and beer tasting tour. Meet your friendly local guide in the Queenstown town centre and then travel out and enjoy exploring the Gibbston wine region and Queenstown, visiting cellar doors offering unique collections of both local wines and craft beers. Throughout the afternoon, enjoy three unique tasting experiences at a mix of both wineries and breweries, finishing off with platters. Prefer a Pale Ale over a Pinot Noir? As we move around you are welcome to choose between either wine or beer tastings, switching it up between locations. Departing in the afternoon, this tour allows you to make the most of your time in Queenstown. Whether you've just arrived that day or spent the morning exploring, this tour easily fits into your afternoon while still getting you back to Queenstown early enough to enjoy your evening.

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based on 287 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours
From $135.24

Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek (Adventurous)

Saddle up on this very unique horse trekking experience, just 20 minutes from Wanaka. The half-day High Country Pub horse trek takes you up into the beautiful mountains of Cardrona Valley allowing breath taking views of the surrounding Pisa and Crown Ranges and Cardrona Ski Area. No riding experience is necessary as all tuition is provided, however if you want to cut loose there are many chances for trotting and cantering on this ride and a stopover at the historic Cardrona Hotel to stretch your legs and enjoy a drink on us! Please note we do not "JUST WALK" on this ride **PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR HORSE RIDING ABILITY UPON BOOKING SO THE APPROPRIATE HORSES ARE SELECTED FOR YOUR RIDE**

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based on 241 reviews

See Details → Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
From $342.31

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, 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 pm (Oct-April) 11:30am & 3pm (May- Sep) Important: Please arrive at least 15 minutes before Kiwi Encounter Maximum occupancy for Kiwi Encounter 50 people. Kiwi House open at all times outside Kiwi Encounters for viewing.

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based on 238 reviews

See Details → Duration: 2 hours to 3 hours
From $35.59

Queenstown Wine Hopper Bus

Join our flexible & hassle-free local winery shuttle service. Departs daily from Queenstown at midday (12.00pm). With no set timetable & no stress, you simply discuss with your friendly onboard wine guide, the options of where you'd like to be dropped off to & picked up from. You will be well entertained with lots of freedom at an array of winery restaurants & tasting rooms, all highlighting our amazing Central Otago wines. There’s lots to do, such as wine & cheese tastings, walking & bike ride adventures, or enjoying a local craft beer. All the wineries are very close together making it easy to give you the best day out & we'll have you back in town by 6pm (approx.). Our Wine Hopper service offers you the easiest way to enjoy the wineries at your own pace, in your own way, on the day. Check out our reviews & give us a call if you have any questions.

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based on 237 reviews

See Details → Duration: 3 hours to 6 hours
From $57.59

Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Allow 4 hours 2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford Sound with a cruise. Your pilot, acting as your personal guide, will fly you down to Milford, over the breath-taking snow-capped Southern Alps, where we will land and shut down the helicopter. You will board the cruise boat to take one of the most memorable journeys you can imagine down Milford Sound, taking in the rainforest covered slopes and the majestic waterfalls. On return to Milford you will again board the helicopter for yet more amazing scenery from the air, together with a landing on an alpine location allowing you to take more photographs of an amazing experience.

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based on 16 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours
From $1,145.34

Queenstown Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | Adults Only

Immerse yourself in Central Otago wines, craft beers and gins as you imbibe over 10 tastings at a latitude of 45° south, an unforgettable experience. Take a short drive to Canyon Brewing overlooking the iconic Shotover River for a local craft beer tasting or wine tasting. Experience the Gin Garden by Broken Heart Spirits in Arthurs Point to learn about the spirit making process from grain to glass and imbibe a spirits tasting including gin, vodka, whiskey, rum and liqueurs. Wrap up the afternoon with a scenic drive to the luxurious Ayrburn in Arrowtown for a Central Otago wine tasting. Travel in a luxurious Mercedes Sprinter with your local Kiwi (New Zealand) wine guide. Exclusively for adults over the age of 18 years with a small group of up to 10 imbibe lovers.

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based on 10 reviews

See Details → Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
From $122.33

Original Price : 128.77

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Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo 2-Day Small Group Tour from Queenstown

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 • Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki • Church of the Good Shepard, Lindis Pass, the Southern Alps and High Country Salmon • Free time for activities & walks 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.

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based on 14 reviews

See Details → Duration: 2 days
From $485.31

Bike The Wineries Full Day Ride - Queenstown

Explore the wine region of Gibbston Valley by bike/E-bike on this self-guided ride. After a scenic shuttle transfer from Queenstown, spend the morning in the historic village of Arrowtown. Grab a coffee if you like before setting-off biking the beautiful Arrow River Trail to Gibbston Valley. Spend the afternoon visiting any of the cellar doors, a cheesery, a tavern or gin tasting room found in the valley. A superb day out giving you freedom to explore at your leisure. Stop for lunch at either one of the wineries or tavern throughout this stunning valley of vines. Rest assured knowing that you only have to bike in one direction and your return transport is taken care of. We'll even collect any wine purchases for you. A great way to actively relax. Many have told us it's the best thing they've done in NZ! Wineries enroute are: • Chard Farm • Gibbston Valley Winery • Gibbston Tavern • Gibbston Tasting Room • Rockburn • Kinross • The Church • Mt Rosa • Brennan Wines

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based on 60 reviews

See Details → Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
From $71.18

Milford Sound Scenic Flyover ex Queenstown

Experience unimpaired views from your window seat onboard our fixed-wing aircraft as you fly through a landscape of unbelievable grandeur and beauty. Your knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot will provide interesting and informative commentary during this 80-minute flight of a lifetime. Departing from Queenstown Airport enjoy panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and glacier-fed braided rivers as you fly along the Dart River Valley. With endless snow-covered mountains, the Olivine Ice Plateau, Mt. Tutoko and the Tutoko Glacier just some of the incredible highlights along the way. The breath-taking scenery continues into Fiordland National Park, out over the rugged West Coast and the Tasman Sea before a quick U-turn descending into Milford Sound itself. Flying down the middle of the Fiord, with the dramatic sheer mountains either side, aerial views of the cascading Stirling Falls, you'll almost feel like you are, not literally, in touching distance from Mitre Peak.

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based on 70 reviews

See Details → Duration: 1 hours 20 minutes
From $290.54

Snow Touch : Queenstown Return Transport 12-2:30pm

Punctual and Reliable: Shuttles arrive promptly at the Station Building at 12 pm daily. Comfortable and Modern: Enjoy a smooth ride in well-maintained, smaller-group shuttles. Scenic Journeys: Take in breathtaking landscapes en route to Coronet Peak. Friendly Staff: Our professional team ensures a pleasant and smooth ride. Convenient Service: Pick-up and drop-off at the same location for your convenience. Daily Service: Plan your snow activities with our daily shuttle service. Focus on Fun: From 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm, enjoy playing in the snow without the hassle of loading equipment. Stress-Free Return: Relax on the return trip at 2:00 pm.

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based on 7 reviews

See Details → Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
From $45.29

Mt Cook Day Small-Group Tour From Queenstown

Take a break from the hectic Queenstown streets with this trip into the mighty Southern Alps. 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 If you need tips on what to do in the village, your guide is on hand to help Visit an alpine salmon farm where you can feed salmon and try some salmon snacks No-fuss hotel transfers are available from select Queenstown hotels

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based on 2 reviews

See Details → Duration: 13 hours
From $161.12

Milford Sound Heli Tour from Queenstown with 2 Alpine Landings

Soar over captivating Milford Sound on a 1.5-hour helicopter flight from Queenstown. You'll fly over New Zealand's most dramatic scenery, from secluded alpine lakes and rugged mountain peaks to lush rainforest and deep bush-lined valleys. With 2 remote alpine landings throughout your experience, this the an trip that you will not forget as you will be accessing remote locations that are otherwise inaccessible. Take in the amazing landscapes throughout where it changes dramatically from lush rainforest to arid rock faces and everything in between.

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based on 37 reviews

See Details → Duration: 1 hours 30 minutes
From $726.73

Half Day Canyoning Experience Queenstown

Our half day canyoning experience has a little bit of everything in an action packed 4 hour (approx) round trip. We walk in through an ancient beech forest that hides the high-walled canyon. Once in, you’ll descend the canyon by zipline, abseiling/rappelling waterfalls, plunging into natural pools, floating down narrow passageways and cascading down chutes - all in beautiful natural surroundings. It's an awesome and exhilarating feeling. The Queenstown canyon half day trip is suitable for first-timers to adventure seekers and is a great option for groups and team building. No previous canyoning experience is required but you should be confident in moving water and have a reasonable level of fitness. Go for it, you’ll have a blast! Minimum age is 12 years.

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based on 191 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours
From $161.12

Premium Glenorchy & Paradise Valley Expedition

Mystical morning & afternoon half-day expeditions to Glenorchy and Paradise! Take in the Spectacular Dart River, discover storytelling and learn about Maori Mythology. Enjoy our morning or afternoon tea provided. Travel with Queenstown Expeditions into the Heart of this region’s stunning beauty towards Glenorchy, Paradise and Diamond Lake, home to Many movie locations such as “The Lord of The Rings”. Meet and talk to real New Zealand people! View the amazing scenery through our Luxury vehicle with large viewing windows. The ultimate platform for this half day adventure. Hear about Maori Mythology from this area with our state-of-the-art storytelling system offering cultural history and stories from a different time and place in New Zealand. Our stories are professionally themed with music sound and voice transporting you to a different place in time.

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based on 29 reviews

See Details → Duration: 4 hours to 5 hours
From $125.53

Activities & Tours: South Island

Tandem Hang Gliding

Queenstown Twilight Wine and Craft Beer Tour

Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek (Adventurous)

Kiwi Park Queenstown Admission

Queenstown Wine Hopper Bus

Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Queenstown Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | Adults Only

Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo 2-Day Small Group Tour from Queenstown

Bike The Wineries Full Day Ride - Queenstown

Milford Sound Scenic Flyover ex Queenstown

Snow Touch : Queenstown Return Transport 12-2:30pm

Mt Cook Day Small-Group Tour From Queenstown

Milford Sound Heli Tour from Queenstown with 2 Alpine Landings

Half Day Canyoning Experience Queenstown

Premium Glenorchy & Paradise Valley Expedition

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