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Guided Wildlife Kayaking
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Experience the excitement of watching seals ducking, weaving and diving around your kayak. Have chance encounters with d ...
Glacier Landing
Queenstown
Explore hidden alpine lakes and cascading waterfalls as we head deep into the rugged glacial landscapes of Mount Aspirin ...
Nomad Safaris Lord of The Rings Tours - Queenstown
Queenstown
Explore the magical side of New Zealand and understand why this beautiful country was chosen to portray Middle-earth. Th ...
Scenic Cruise Guided Walk
Te Anau, Fiordland
Cross the South Fiord taking in all its majestic beauty and allow us to show you some of the most untouched wilderness i ...
Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock
Paihia, Northland
Discover the spectacular scenery, captivating wildlife and rich history of this New Zealand paradise on our quintessenti ...
Wine and Wild Coast Tour
Wairarapa, Wellington
Join your expert local guide for a full-day tour that begins with a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, leading to wi ...
Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour- Tauranga
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Start your Evening Glowworm Tour at Waimarino alongside the Wairoa River. Enjoy delicious refreshments while watching th ...
The High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek
Queenstown
Mount up and begin the big hill climb which soon gives way to spectacular views of the surrounding mountains of the Crow ...
Walking tour- Packhorse Hut from Chrsitchurch
Christchurch, Canterbury
A guided scenic drive & day walk to Packhorse Hut - Visiting 4 historic stone "rest houses" that were once ...
Get involved Discovery Tour
Akaroa, Canterbury
Step back in time and discover what New Zealand use to look like with short walks through prehistoric native habitat, 40 ...
V8 Trike Tour - The Ultimate V8 Experience!
Mount Maunganui, Bay Of Plenty
Kia Ora! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand... 2021 Traveler's Choice Award - Top 10% Attraction Worldwide and voted ...
Godley Head walking tour- Start/finish Chrsitchurch
Christchurch, Canterbury
Guided walking tour of Godley Head- Rich in history and scattered with remnants of New Zealand’s WW2 defences, this is ...
Dolphin Eco Cruise
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Experience the spectacular natural beauty of the Bay of Islands and its abundant wildlife. Spot marine mammals in their ...
Akaroa Ebike Guided Tours & Rentals
Akaroa, Canterbury
Akaroa's premium guided electric mountain bike tours & rentals give visitors the opportunity to explore Akaroa in th ...
Aoraki Mt Cook Tour from Queenstown
Mt Cook, Canterbury
Mt Cook Tour, this small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights in the area with the time and o ...
Wild Hills Off Road Safari
Wanaka
Words fail to describe how utterly spectacular this 4WD adventure through West Wanaka High Country Station is. Wild and ...
Tauranga Scenic Harbor Cruise
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Looking for things to do in Tauranga? Bay Explorer has several years experience showcasing the Tauranga Harbour. Join ou ...
Waiheke Island Double Headland Coastal Walk
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Experience the twin headlands of Matiatia and Church Bay, walking in a small group with an expert local guide. The north ...
Sledging
Queenstown
Enjoy rapids, waves and the beautiful Kawarau River on a sturdy, easy to hold, very buoyant manoeuvrable sledge. The sle ...
Exclusive tour to Cape Kidnappers
Hawkes Bay
Clients get to experience everything which our regular tour offers and more…. an exclusive experience and personal gu ...
Bethells Boogie
West Auckland, Auckland
Experience Bethells Boogie, an unparalleled bodyboarding adventure at Bethells Beach. Journey through the world's second ...
Milford Sound Luxury Private tour with Boat cruise and Gourmet picnic lunch for up to 4 people
Queenstown
This full day Luxury experience ventures deep into the place Rudyard Kipling called, "the Eighth Wonder of the Worl ...
8 Line Wilderness Zipline Adventure
Queenstown
Paradise Ziplines provides a wilderness adventure like no other. Our 8-line zipline course takes you on a very diverse j ...
Lodge to Lodge Luxury 2 Day Rafting Trip on the Rangitikei River
Whanganui
Looking for a multi-day river trip with a touch of luxury? Explore a beautiful section of the Rangitikei river without c ...
Half day - Behind the Scenes Film Location Tour
Queenstown
Join us on a half day journey with our expert guides deep into Glenorchy, Middle Earth, Paradise Valley & beyond. Y ...
Tauranga Harbour Cruise
Mount Maunganui, Bay Of Plenty
Join the friendly crew on the iconic 70 year old Kewpie shes been lovingly restored and is Tauranga's original harbour c ...
PRIVATE - Middle Earth Waterfalls Heli hike (Exclusive location)
Queenstown
Explore exclusive locations by foot after you arrive in style and luxury.Your once in a lifetime adventure begins as we ...
Lochmara Day Trips
Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough
Cruise to Lochmara, one of Marlborough's most popular destinations, taking in the surrounding beautiful Queen Charlotte ...
Tongariro Alpine Crossing return shuttle from Taupo
Taupo
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is the best one-day trek in New Zealand. It is 19.4 km (12 mile) through volcanic alpine ...
Mount Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike
Rotorua
Discover the unique landscape and history of Mt Tarawera with a guided hike. Explore Rotorua's youngest geothermal valle ...
Kaikōura Helicopters - Classic Whale Watch
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Lift off from our beachfront helipad and within minutes you will be in the spectacular environment that plays host to on ...
Bay Cruise
Te Anau, Fiordland
Enjoy the million dollar views from Lake Te Anau on our 1 hour Bay Cruise as Peter tells you about the history of this a ...
Sunset Cruise. Fish & Chips optional
Hamilton & Waikato
Sunset Cruise with Option to order Fish n Chips for an additional $15. Bookings essential 3 hours prior to departure oth ...
2 Hour Nature Safari in Akaroa Wildside Conservation Area
Akaroa, Canterbury
Join a 4WD safari to the spectacular, award winning Wildside Conservation area
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton - One Way Tour
Auckland
Travel in comfort from Auckland to Rotorua on this one day tour and experience the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbit ...
3D Trick Art Gallery
Rotorua
Immerse yourself into 2D paintings posing and acting, when you take a photo it changes to 3D photos.
Taupo Sailing Adventures
Taupo
Experience the best way to explore Lake Taupo and choose the most environmentally friendly way to travel – with a scen ...
Big Kanu Glowworm Tour- Tauranga
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Appreciate the beautiful scenery, birdlife and Glowworms from your seat in our Big Kanu. Launch the Big Kanu from the la ...
Dingleburn Discovery
Wanaka
This is one of the most thrilling and spectacular backroad journeys in New Zealand. Your expert guide skillfully negotia ...
Full Monty Tour - Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Whitianga, Coromandel
Ocean Leopard Tours is based in beautiful Whitianga, Coromandel. Our scenic boat tour showcases Mercury Bay’s stunning ...
Mount Tarawera/Waimangu Thermal Valley – ‘Eruption Trail Tour’
Rotorua
Departing our City Lakefront pier experience the thrill of a floatplane take off, before climbing above Mokoia Island on ...
Shackleton Whiskey Endurance - 50-minute Glacier Flight
Franz Josef, West Coast
About Savor a complimentary sampling of the renowned Shackleton Whiskey, inspired by the very spirit of endurance that ...
Silver River Stargazing Tour
Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
Silver River™ Stargazing is Lake Tekapo’s leading small group stargazing tour. Large telescopes, small groups & ...
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Tour, from Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Our Hobbiton & Waitomo small group, fully-guided day trip combines two of the best attractions in the North Island t ...
Stargazing Tours
Whitianga, Coromandel
Explore southern night sky treasures; Milky Way, Moon and planets from our pristine dark sky site using research grade t ...
Rock Climbing Tour- Christchurch
Christchurch, Canterbury
Spend a day at one of Christchurch's most spectacular rock climbing areas - If you’re entirely new to climbing and wan ...
Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia from Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Our Hobbiton & Rotorua including guided tour at Te Puia day trip combines two of the North Island top attractions.
Bat Walk Tour
Southland
On this two hour tour we will take you to a survey area where bats are known to fly over at dusk, giving you the best po ...
Seal Kayak Tour
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Seal Kayak Kaikoura is the first kayak tour of its kind in New Zealand that allows you to either pedal or paddle. You� ...
Mount Tarawera / Orakei Korako 'Thermal Explorer' Dual Landing Floatplane
Rotorua
Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular aerial views of our stunning cra ...
PRIVATE - Milford Sound Scenic Overhead Heli trip with Middle Earth Waterfalls Heli Hike and Lunch
Queenstown
Your scenic flight will take you above rainforest-covered valleys, past spectacular alpine lakes and mountain ranges, wi ...
Canoe Safaris Whanganui River Journey
Whanganui
Experience the Whanganui River Journey with Canoe Safaris for an unforgettable wilderness adventure. Paddle Canadian-sty ...
Sundowner Evening Sailing Cruise
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Fancy an evening cruise? Sail the inner area of the Bay of Islands, making the most of our beautiful sea breeze on o ...
The Mountain Experience Quad Bike Tour
Wanaka
The ultimate alpine quad bike experience! Offering challenging and varied terrain with breath taking panoramic views, th ...
Lake Tekapo High Country Farm Tour
Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
Our High Country Farm Tour is an incredible way to see and learn about farming in the Mackenzie High Country. Take in ma ...
Glenorchy Kiwi Special Tour
Queenstown
Come along with Queenstown Expeditions as we take you on our Glenorchy Kiwi Special tour of fun, entertainment and ultim ...
Bike The Wanaka And Hawea Trails - Luxury Shuttle Included
Wanaka
Experience the most stunning bike ride in Wānaka. Meander along the river trails from Hāwea and follow both the Hāwea ...
Local Explorer Scenic Flight
Wanaka
Immerse yourself in a journey that captures the essence of New Zealand’s natural grandeur and untamed landscapes.
Secret Spot Hot Tubs Rotorua
Rotorua
Unwind and experience the tranquility of forest bathing at Secret Spot Hot Tubs amidst the stunning native Whakarewarewa ...
Self-Guided Milford Track Day Walk - Lake Te Anau
Te Anau, Fiordland
Experience the Milford Track, one of New Zealand’s most famous hiking trails independently. Take a boat journey betwee ...
Cable Bay Adventure Park
Nelson
The Cable Bay Adventure Park is Nelson's adventure playground and located less than 15 minutes north of Nelson’s city ...
Lunchtime cruise. Fish & Chips optional
Hamilton & Waikato
Come enjoy complimentary light refreshments or treat yourself to some fish & chips from Raglan Fish. Set off from ...
Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka
Queenstown
Explore the stunning and renowned West Coast via Wānaka on a fully-guided small group tour from Queenstown. Experience ...
West Coast Beaches and the Glaciers
Queenstown
Fly from towering mountains to rugged coast and experience the thrill of glacier flyover as we traverse the full length ...
Wild Dolphin Encounter
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Experience the trip of a lifetime on the on the Bay of Plenty's premier dolphin eco-tour. Dolphin Seafaris provide an or ...
Sea Kayaking, Lyttelton Harbour & Quail Island- Start/finish in Christchurch
Christchurch, Canterbury
Sea Kayaking tour of Lyttelton Harbour- Explore secret bays, sunken ships and sea caves around Lyttelton Harbour and Qua ...
Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Lunch & Return Flight
Queenstown
Our small group, fully-guided day trip combines the amazing journey to Milford Sound with a boutique Milford Sound Cruis ...
The Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek
Wanaka
Let your horse take you across the Cardrona River while keeping a keen eye out for gold along the way! Learn about the g ...
Scenic Lake Rotoiti Kayak Tour - Rotorua
Rotorua
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our Scenic Lake Rotoiti Day tour, granting you access to one of New Zealand's ...
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves & Te Puia - Rotorua's Geothermal Valley
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Experience the best of Rotorua's geothermal wonders and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one incredible day trip from Auckland. ...
KWIZINE TOUR - TASTES OF THE BAY OF PLENTY
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Pickup from/return to Port of Tauranga or local accommodation (Tauranga/Mt Maunganui/early Papamoa); Avocado orchard tou ...
Self-Guided Milford Track Day Walk - Milford Sound
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Experience the Milford Track, one of New Zealand’s most famous hiking trails!
Hole in the Rock Cruise
Paihia, Northland
Cruise out through the Bay’s pristine islands and along the Cape Brett Peninsula. See the historic Cape Brett lighthou ...
Milford, Lakes and Sutherland Falls
Queenstown
Experience the untouched paradise of Fiordland as we fly deep into the world-renowned national park. Enjoy breathtaking ...
Wellington Full Day Tour
Wellington City, Wellington
Witness the best sights of New Zealand's capital city up close and personal, before experiencing the beauty of the coast ...
Waiatoto River Safari
Haast, West Coast
Embark on the only jet boat tour in New Zealand that takes you from the Ocean to the Alps within a UNESCO World Heritage ...
Mount Tarawera Volcanic Landing - Eruption Trail Tour And Landing
Rotorua
Fly to and land on the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory. Standing on Mount Tarawera offers ...
Nature at Night
Southland
A small group tour to explore nature in the night time. Encounter long-tailed bats, experience a colony of luminescent g ...
Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves - One Way Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
One day tour from Auckland to the beautiful Waitomo Glowworm Caves and geothermal wonderland of Rotorua (One way trip).
Queenstown to Mt Cook One Way Tour
Queenstown
Queenstown to Mt Cook Tour 1 way, this small group, fully-guided transfer allows you to travel to Mt Cook in style and s ...
Full Day Guided Walk and Picnic on Banks Peninsula
Christchurch, Canterbury
Our top-notch guided 1-day walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano within 30 minutes of Christchurch.
Nomad Safaris combos - Dart River Jet I Shotover Jet I Earnslaw Burn Heli-Hobbit
Queenstown
Nomad Safaris is proud to partner with select operators to bring you a variety of unique experiences. These specially d ...
Heli-Picnic for up to 6 people in a private helicopter at a remote Alpine Lake
Abel Tasman
Enjoy a delicious gourmet picnic at a hidden alpine lake. Fly north from our base at Nelson Airport, over the Abel Tasm ...
Super Cruise Combo - The Cream Trip including Hole in the Rock
Paihia, Northland
See it all and do it all on our super cruise combo combining the best of the The Cream Trip and the Hole in the Rock Cru ...
Wanaka High Country Walk
Wanaka
This is the Wanaka most locals have never seen. We take you well off the beaten track exploring private backroads high i ...
Stevensons Is Cruise & Nature Walk
Wanaka
Take a luxury catamaran to discover Stevensons Island on Lake Wanaka with a 2 hour small group cruise and an optional na ...
Carino wildlife cruises - Island & Wildlife day Cruise
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Come sailing with us and discover the stunning scenery and amazing wildlife of the beautiful bay of islands. Surround ...
Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
Northern Bays, Auckland
Set off on an enchanting adventure with Social Nature Movement's bioluminescence kayak tour in Auckland. As night descen ...
Waiheke Island Bush & Beach Walk
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Fabulous coastal views, seabird nesting grounds and lush forest trails will make this an adventure to remember! Based ar ...
Best Abel Tasman Day tour
Abel Tasman
A small group personalized 6 hour daytrip, exploring the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park's coastline aboard a comfor ...
Waiheke Island Ziplining & forest walk tour
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Join us for our award-winning, zipline and native forest experience featuring a Waiheke Island highlights tour, spectacu ...
Affinity Cruises
Picton, Marlborough
We take you further and get you closer than the larger vessels. Our smaller size means we can navigate through narrow wa ...
Kiwi Night Encounter
Kapiti Coast, Wellington
Discover the secret lives of kiwi at dusk during this 1.5 hour experience. Duration: 1.5 hours Operating from: Dus ...
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
Franz Josef, West Coast
Join us for a Kayak or Scenic Cruise on Lake Mapourika taking in the panoramic views of the Southern Alps, Glaciers, and ...
Queenstown to Tekapo One Way Tour, Via Mt Cook
Queenstown
Queenstown to Tekapo via Mt Cook, this small group, fully-guided tour combines two of the most stunning locations in the ...
Hike and Kayak Combo Adventure Akaroa
Akaroa, Canterbury
Looking for an active day? Join us for a full day of adventure combining a morning hike through endemic ancient forest d ...
Extended Whale Watch Flight - 40 Minutes
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Take to the skies for a unique view on a whale-watching flight over Kaikoura. With a guaranteed window seat, all passeng ...
Off Road Adventure Tour
Franz Josef, West Coast
The name speaks for itself, experience the thrill of riding our unique 2-seater quad bikes or 3-seater buggies through a ...
Queenstown to Christchurch via Franz Josef 2 Day Tour
Queenstown
This tour combines the rugged beauty of New Zealand's West Coast with the tranquility of the Canterbury Plains, creating ...
Frequently Asked Questions about Nature and Wildlife Activities
1. What wildlife is New Zealand known for?
New Zealand is known for its beautiful native bush and native birds - specifically the Kiwi bird!!
2. What type of nature does New Zealand have?
New Zealand is abundant with all types of nature. The Kiwi bird and the ative forests are something to admire when visiting New Zealand. You can also visit New Zealands oldest tree - Tane Mahuta!
3. What is New Zealand's most popular animal?
New Zealand is well known for its Kiwi bird. The Kiwi is flighless, nocturnal and very rare.
Nature and Wildlife activities to See and Do in New Zealand
Due to New Zealand's unique landscape, opportunities for all kinds of adventures are at your fingertips, and there are so many exciting things to do in every region. If you're looking for a thrilling, memorable activity, then browse through the selection at See and Do NZ.
Due to the vast variety of wildlife and nature in New Zealand, just about every activity will involve nature or wildlife. If you're in the Bay of Islands, there are some great water activities. Check out this island hopping cruise, fishing trip, hole-in-the-rock tour, or glow worm tour! The North Island has other great adventures like this ziplining in Rotorua! The South Island is just as fruitful! Canterbury has an exciting Albatross encounter, and you can explore canyons in Queenstown!
The best places for Nature and Wildlife in New Zealand
Due to the vast variety of wildlife and nature in New Zealand, every place you visit will be abundant in nature! Even Auckland, New Zealand's biggest city, is covered in trees and parks!
