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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. ...
Albatross Encounter
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Kaikoura is renowned worldwide as a seabird hot spot and is one of the best places in the world to view albatross! Alba ...
Mount Tarawera/Waimangu Volcanic Valley Plus Hotpools
Rotorua
Fly over the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory, Mount Tarawera, and gain an appreciation of ...
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 ...
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� ...
Daves Diving Kaikoura
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Join us to experience kelp forests, octopus, stingray, native fish species, spectacular biodiversity and so much more. W ...
Abel Tasman Experience with helicopter landing at Awaroa Beach for up to 6 people
Nelson
One of our most popular helicopter tours - and for very good reasons! From our convenient base at Nelson Airport, board ...
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 ...
Gibbston Valley Half Day Tour
Queenstown
Our Gibbston Valley tour is an awesome introduction to the sport of canyoning and suitable for all ages and abilities. ...
Waitomo Caves & Rotorua including Te Puia Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Our Waitomo Caves & Rotorua fully guided day trip combines nature, Māori culture and two of the top attractions in ...
Floatplane Crater Lakes Flight Plus Hotpools
Rotorua
Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity. Landing on the la ...
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 ...
Milford Sound Heli-Cruise-Heli
Queenstown
The ultimate way to experience Milford Sound and Fiordland. Enjoy spectacular aerial views as we fly from Glenorchy to M ...
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 ...
White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes' Floatplane Adventure
Rotorua
Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy amazing aerial views of the is ...
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 ...
Milford, Lakes and Sutherland Falls
Queenstown
Experience the untouched paradise of Fiordland as we fly deep into the world-renowned national park. Enjoy breathtaking ...
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 ...
2 Hour Nature Safari in Akaroa Wildside Conservation Area
Akaroa, Canterbury
Join a 4WD safari to the spectacular, award winning Wildside Conservation area
Kepler Track Day Walk - Boat Transfers
Te Anau, Fiordland
Experience the best of Te Anau’s day walks with the Kepler Water Taxi
Canyoning - Piha Full Day
West Auckland, Auckland
40 min away from the concrete jungle of Auckland city there is a real jungle, and in it the spectacular canyons of the W ...
The Old Gold Trail, Half Day Tour
Queenstown
Old Gold Trail, Arrowtown & Central Tour Travel by luxury vehicle with local guide while you follow in the foo ...
Visit Te Puia Geothermal Valley Rotorua
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Discover the geothermal wonders and rich Maori culture of Te Puia Geothermal Valley in Rotorua. Visit the Pohutu Geyser, ...
The Hells Gate Experience
Rotorua
Hell's Gate is the most active geothermal reserve in New Zealand and home to its only mud spa. Due to the composition of ...
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 ...
3 HOUR PRIVATE CHARTER
Queenstown
Excellent for corporate events and team building! Book a private fishing charter for special bonding time or for your ne ...
3D Trick Art Gallery
Rotorua
Immerse yourself into 2D paintings posing and acting, when you take a photo it changes to 3D photos.
Browns Island (Motukorea) Sea Kayak Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Embark on a beginner-friendly, four-hour sea kayak adventure from St Heliers beach to Browns Island (Motukorea). Paddle ...
Hobbiton & Rotorua Including Wai O Tapu from Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Our Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai O Tapu day trip combines two of the North Island top attractions.
Mount Tarawera / Orakei Korako 'Thermal Explorer' Dual Landing
Rotorua
From above Mount Tarawera impressive views include vast volcanic rifts, distant national parks and our treasured lakes. ...
Rotorua Canopy Tours Ziplining Forest Adventure
Rotorua
Voted TripAdvisor’s #1 Nature Activity on the planet, Rotorua Canopy Tours is an unforgettable and enlightening advent ...
Secret Spot Hot Tubs Rotorua
Rotorua
Unwind and experience the tranquility of forest bathing at Secret Spot Hot Tubs amidst the stunning native Whakarewarewa ...
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 ...
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 ...
Taupo Sailing Adventures
Taupo
Experience the best way to explore Lake Taupo and choose the most environmentally friendly way to travel – with a scen ...
Cave Stream- Lets go caving
Christchurch, Canterbury
Discover two of Canterbury’s natural wonders- Go caving and explore Castle Hill /Kura Tawhiti. Your local guide will e ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes' Helicopter
Rotorua
Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the n ...
Mou Waho Island Cruise & Nature Walk
Wanaka
Combine the luxury of a big boat cruise through the outstanding mountain scenery of Lake Wanaka with a guided nature wal ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Tour, Via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
Christchurch, Canterbury
Christchurch To Queenstown via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo. This one-way, small group, fully guided day trip combines all ...
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 ...
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 ...
Tongariro Alpine Crossing Transport Ketetahi Shuttle
Mt Ruapehu & Tongariro
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is the best one-day trek in New Zealand. It is 19.4 km (12 mile) through volcanic alpine ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Dolphin & Wildlife Eco Cruise
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Watch dolphins swimming up close as you explore our big blue backyard! Enjoying an amazing half-day cruise along the pri ...
Queenstown Luxury Private tour (Full day) for up to 4 people
Queenstown
Travelling through glacial valleys, around towering mountains and stopping off at spectacular vineyards and historic tow ...
Private Luxury Auckland - Rotorua Geothermal Wonderlands Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Set off on a private adventure from Auckland to discover the mesmerizing geothermal wonders of Rotorua. Immerse yourself ...
Evening Champagne Cruise
Te Anau, Fiordland
Make your way down to Te Anau’s historic wharf, and step aboard an elegant vessel on this 1.5-hour champagne cruise. P ...
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Day Trip
Upper Hutt, Wellington
Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike). The flagship daytrip o ...
Pilot Choice - 35-minute Twin Glacier Flight
Franz Josef, West Coast
About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join us on a helicopter flight to s ...
Westland Wonderland 40 minute HELIMAX movie
Franz Josef, West Coast
Westland Wonderland is a 40 minute HELIMAX screen movie of South-West New Zealand, the last frontier. Breathtaking scene ...
Milford Sound Fly | Cruise | Fly
Queenstown
Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and awe inspiring scenery and pro ...
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 ...
Seafood Odyssea Cruise
Picton, Marlborough
Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds with the exclusive afternoon Seafood Odyssea Cruise, departing Picton. ...
Guided sea kayak safari in Akaroa
Akaroa, Canterbury
Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari’s sea kayaking tours are sure to bring out your adventurous spirit! We are Akaroa’s premi ...
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 ...
Meet our friendly alpacas at Shamarra Alpacas in beautiful Akaroa
Akaroa, Canterbury
Full of attitude, seriously cute and very, very photogenic – come and meet our friendly award winning alpacas. Just ...
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 ...
Scenic Lake McLaren Kayak Tour - Tauranga
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
The tranquil expanse of Lake McLaren embodies serenity in its purest form. Immerse yourself in a blissful journey as you ...
24/48 Hour Pohatu Package at a Penguin Colony!
Akaroa, Canterbury
Have it all included in of our overnight stay in our historic and cosy private rooms in the middle of the penguin colony ...
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 ...
Orakei Korako Geothermal Walk
Taupo
Orakei Korako (also know as 'The Hidden Valley') is a highly active geothermal area situated in the Taupo Volcanic Zone ...
Buried Village Experience
Rotorua
Stories of survival and resilience are told throughout our museum exhibits and in over 1km of heritage excavations. Wand ...
Mt Cook Bus Tour & Heli Hike Combo from Queenstown
Queenstown
Our small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights with a guided bus tour to Mt Cook, and an incr ...
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 ...
Auckland Glowworm Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Discover Auckland's glowworms up close in Pukekawa, the city’s oldest park, set on a 100,000-year-old volcano. See the ...
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 ...
Kahu Kayaks Guided Tours
Abel Tasman
Kahu Kayaks' guided kayaking tours in the Abel Tasman offer a taste of adventure, serenity by the bucket load and more s ...
Kaikoura - Whale Watching Tour
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Experience the beauty and wonder of Kaikōura's marine wildlife from above, with this once in a lifetime whale watching ...
Mt Cook Supreme - 60-minute Glacier Flight
Franz Josef, West Coast
About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join us on a helicopter flight to s ...
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 ...
Mokai Canyon - 3 day river rafting holiday, family friendly
Whanganui
A 3 day river holiday, suitable for all the family. Tear the children away from the TV and head off for 3-days of rivers ...
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 ...
Discovery Cruise
Te Anau, Fiordland
Join Peter & Cruise Te Anau for a boutique 3 hour Discovery Cruise to the beautiful and tranquil South Fiord of Lake ...
Southern Glacier Experience
Queenstown
Awe-inspiring views of the Southern Alps and Mount Aspiring National Park on a premier 50 minute trip.
The Sea Kayak Excursion
Hamilton & Waikato
Explore New Zealand's ancient coastline on this boutique guided sea kayak excursion. Enjoy hot drinks and decadent treat ...
West Coast Treetop Walk & Tower Zipline
Hokitika, West Coast
Treetop Walkway Adventure If you find yourself wondering what there is to do in New Zealand, the South Island, or even ...
Swimming with Dolphins
Akaroa, Canterbury
Our 3.5-hour Swimming with Dolphins experience is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim in the wild with the endanger ...
Glacier Landing
Queenstown
Explore hidden alpine lakes and cascading waterfalls as we head deep into the rugged glacial landscapes of Mount Aspirin ...
Cathedral Cove Glass Bottom Boat
Whitianga, Coromandel
Approximately 2hrs scenic and marine viewing tour. Visit Cathedral Cove, sea caves and volcanic rock formations. Look th ...
Dolphin Encounter - Swim with or watch Kaikoura's Dusky Dolphins
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Kaikoura is one of the best places in the world to both view and swim with wild dusky dolphins. With a very high succes ...
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 ...
Private Day Charter
Bay Of Islands, Northland
The ultimate private yacht adventure in the Bay of Islands on Silverwave luxury day cruise equipped with a full assortme ...
Sea Cave Adventures Whitianga
Whitianga, Coromandel
Covering over 25km of iconic Coromandel hotspots between Whitianga and Hot Water Beach, this trip is rich in Maori histo ...
Silver River Stargazing Tour
Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
Silver River™ Stargazing is Lake Tekapo’s leading small group stargazing tour. Large telescopes, small groups & ...
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 ...
West Coast Discovery Tour
West Auckland, Auckland
Experience the rugged beauty of Auckland's west coast on this discovery tour. Visit the iconic Piha Beach, explore Karek ...
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 ...
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 ...
Lochmara Day Trips
Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough
Cruise to Lochmara, one of Marlborough's most popular destinations, taking in the surrounding beautiful Queen Charlotte ...
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!
