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Above The Skyline Quads

Above The Skyline Quads

For the experienced riders, let our professional ex-race champion guides teach you the skills needed to go further, higher and gnarlier than ever, after a training session to assess and improve your skill, your guide will attempt to take you high above Queenstown where you'll be rewarded with the most epic views.
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From $174.07
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Private Guided Kayaking Activity In Glenorchy Island Safari

Private Guided Kayaking Activity In Glenorchy Island Safari

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
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From $113.24
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Full Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

Full Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

Combine our Half Day in Middle Earth with a second Half Day Adventure into another part of Middle Earth with our partner company. We have a 1-1.5 hour lunch break back in Queenstown and change buses for the afternoon tour. Morning and Afternoon Tour itineraries are interchangeable and can be switched due to availability or weather conditions. You will be visiting the Skippers Canyon Lookout (weather permitting), Arrowtown, The Gibbston Valley, Glenorchy and Paradise. You will admire LOTR locations such as The Ford of Bruinen, The Gladden Fields, Pillars of the Kings, Ithilien, Isengard, Beorn's House, Lothlorien, Amon Hen and more!
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See Details → Duration: 10 hours
From $231.66
Milford Sound Overhead Flight with Landing from Queenstown

Milford Sound Overhead Flight with Landing from Queenstown

Don’t miss out on a spectacular scenic flight with Air Milford to Milford Sound and back. This tour is perfect for those who have already done a cruise in Milford Sound and want to experience the spectacular region from the air and land. This 4.5-hour trip includes a landing in Milford Sound with up to 2 hours on the ground to take a self-guided walk along the shore line, soak up the surroundings, take pictures or have delicious coffee and cake at the cafe (at own expense) before your return scenic flight to Queenstown.
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From $361.71
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook One-Way Small Group Tour

Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook One-Way Small Group Tour

Explore the beautiful and famous Mt. Cook National Park while traveling to Tekapo on a fully guided small group tour from Queenstown. This is a 9 hour one way tour with free time in the middle of your journey to participate in the best activities. There is no better way to see the area! 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 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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From $242.66
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Cruise Milford Small Group Day Tour from Queenstown

Cruise Milford Small Group Day Tour from Queenstown

The limited passenger numbers on our modern Mercedes Sprinter Vans make for a much more personal experience. It also allows us to stop more often for photos and short walks than the big 50-seater coaches (up to 12 stops along the way). We connect with Milford Sound's only boutique small boat cruise. Passenger numbers on the cruise are limited to 50% of the boats capacity.
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From $187.01
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Queenstown to Mt Cook Small Group Tour (One-Way)

Queenstown to Mt Cook Small Group Tour (One-Way)

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. Mt Cook & Hooker Valley Hike Tour, this small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights in the area with the famous Hooker Valley Hike. 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.
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See Details → Duration: 4 hours to 8 hours
From $113.24
Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour

Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour

If you're not a morning person or if you want to make the most of your time in Queenstown and don't have enough time to spend a full day at the wineries, this is the perfect tour for you! On the Afternoon Wine Tour, we will depart from town (Queenstown Station Building) at 1:30 PM and we will visit 3 boutique wineries in the Central Otago wine region. On our small group boutique wine tours, you will have the opportunity to learn about the wine region, wine tasting and enjoy a relaxed afternoon among the spectacular scenery of Central Otago. You will also enjoy a delicious cheese platter while tasting our exquisite wines in one of the wineries visited.
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See Details → Duration: 3 hours to 4 hours
From $141.71
Radical U-Drive - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park

Radical U-Drive - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park

A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are exciting for the whole family. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be looked after by their friendly team – treating you to some authentic kiwi hospitality! Voted the #1 Thing to Do in Cromwell by TripAdvisor, Highlands – Experience the Exceptional is conveniently located along SH 6 in Cromwell in beautiful Central Otago. It’s a must do when you’re exploring the region – ideal for day trips because Highlands really does offer something fun and extraordinary for everyone. So whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, in a group, or with family, Highlands is an NZ must-do for the ride of your lives.
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iFLY Indoor Skydiving Queenstown

iFLY Indoor Skydiving Queenstown

Experience the sensation of floating on a smooth cushion of air with this ticket for two indoor skydiving flights in Queenstown. Enjoy the included flight gear rental and the one-on-one orientation.
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Private Central Otago Wine tasting Tour with Gourmet Lunch.

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. 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 to warmer selections. 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.
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See Details → Duration: 7 hours to 8 hours
From $352.66
CHP Bike Rentals Cromwell

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
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20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight

20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight

View the spectacular sights of Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin from above, aboard this 20 minute scenic flight.
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From $112.17
Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but two to four friends, family, or associates traveling in a Classic Mercedes 300SE. The Cromwell Basin has a remarkable story largely untold, overshadowed on most wine bottles by two words-Central Otago. The fact is the Cromwell Basin has by far Central Otago's largest concentration of vineyards and wineries. Over 40 at last count. World-recognized Pinot Noir as well as excellent Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon plus many more. All are produced from vines growing in the schist soils of the Cromwell Basin
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From $210.30
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Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy - 1/2 Day

Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy - 1/2 Day

Half day tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. This photographic tour is an enjoyable outdoor adventure combined with insightful guidance on maximising the use of your camera. You will learn life long skills on the fine art of landscape photography from an award-winning photographer, while discovering some unforgettable locations. 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. Glenorchy is surrounded by magical snow-capped mountains, stunning lakes and rivers, ancient beech forests. And at the edge of Mount Aspiring and Fiordland national parks, the frontier town of Glenorchy has provided the backdrop for many films, including The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. Also the drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy is one of the world’s greatest drives, following along the Wakatipu Lake. You will get to enjoy the whole journey as your guide looks after the driving.
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From $245.89