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Jet Boat Ride

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Jet Boat Ride

from NZ $78

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Half Day, Grade 5 Rafting on the Rangitikei River

 Whanganui

Half Day, Grade 5 Rafting...

from NZ $215

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Private City Tour with wine tasting

 Hawkes Bay

Private City Tour with wi...

from NZ $435

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Omni VR

 North Auckland, Auckland

Omni VR

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Cathedral Cove Boat Tour - Departs Hahei

 Whitianga, Coromandel

Experience the adventure as we explore Cathedral Cove, the marine reserve & offshore islands along our magnificent v ...

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NZ $105 See Details

V8 Trike Tours 60 minute Bay of Islands Combo Tour

 Paihia, Northland

Have awesome thrills on a V8 350 Chev Trike with a 60 minute tour from Paihia. For those that love adrenaline, experienc ...

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NZ $75 See Details

Matakana Art & Wine Escape

 North Auckland, Auckland

Explore Auckland’s countryside, where art meets winemaking. This day trip including return transfer from Auckland i ...

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NZ $295 See Details

Russell Mini Tours

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Romantic Russell – Steeped in history with a very checkered past. Bus tour departing from Russell Wharf, spend a comfo ...

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NZ $32.00 See Details

Adventure Monster Scooters

 Whangarei, Northland

These non-motorized, off-road scooters are fantastic fun for young, old, and just about everyone in between. With a rang ...

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NZ $25 See Details

Tikapa Moana Whale & Dolphin Wildlife Cruise

 Hauraki Gulf, Auckland

Explore the Hauraki Gulf with us and discover the abundant marine wildlife, iconic landscape and cultural footprint of T ...

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NZ $150.00 See Details

3D Trick Art Gallery

 Rotorua

Immerse yourself into 2D paintings posing and acting, when you take a photo it changes to 3D photos.

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NZ $22 See Details

Hologate

 North Auckland, Auckland

Immerse yourself into the fully-realised future of entertainment with Hologate VR, a one of its kind multiplayer gaming ...

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NZ $45 See Details

Skydive in the Bay of Islands

 Paihia, Northland

Blue skies, blue waters, golden sands and sunshine is what we’re all about. Oh, and we LOVE skydiving! The thrill, the ...

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NZ $299 See Details

Hokianga Adventure : Custom Tour

 Hokianga, Northland

Discover the Hokianga Harbour with a Custom Made Tour from the east coast you arrive in Opononi; pose for a photo next t ...

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NZ $170 See Details

Napier - Art Deco City Tour

 Hawkes Bay

Tour Napier's world-famous Art Deco City in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. Cruise the world-famous Art Deco Cit ...

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NZ $50 See Details

Waitangi Mountain Bike Park Experience

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Take a day (or more) and come and enjoy the World-Class Waitangi Mountain Bike Park with the help of Paihia Mountain Bik ...

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NZ $40 See Details

Mountain & Ebike Hire

 Paihia, Northland

Are you planning to ride the Twin Coast Cycle Trail? Twin Coast Mountain and E-bike Hire can give you a fantastic opport ...

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NZ $55 See Details

Cycling Adventure - Hauraki Discovery

 Waihi, Coromandel

Enjoy the back-country Kiwi experience of the Hauraki Rail Trail. Cycle through our beautiful countryside passing small ...

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NZ $915 See Details

Ernest Kemp Cruises

 Taupo

Take a relaxing boat trip aboard Ernest Kemp. One of the world’s largest freshwater volcanic craters, Lake Taupō is h ...

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NZ $35 See Details

Walking Food Tour of Wellington

 Wellington City, Wellington

Discover the ultimate Walking Food Tour of New Zealand's capital city Wellington,and experience the unique food and drin ...

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NZ $195 See Details

Beach Horse Riding & Wine Tasting Tour from Auckland

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

Combine a unique horse ride on the beach with tasting some of New Zealand’s Luxurious wines in this amazing return tri ...

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NZ $250 See Details

Escape HQ Hamilton

 Hamilton & Waikato

Prepare for an exhilarating hour of fun and entertainment! Choose your game and then expect to be challenged, as you fin ...

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NZ $28 See Details

Kaituna River Rafting

 Rotorua

Join the Original Kaituna Rafting Company for an unbeatable grade 5 white-water experience on one of New Zealand's most ...

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NZ $115 See Details

Scenic Cruise to the famous Ngātoroirangi Māori Rock Carvings

 Taupo

Chris Jolly Outdoors has been looking after you for 40 years and that continues during COVID-19. Our ability to socially ...

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NZ $35 See Details

Make Your Own Jewellery

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Half day copper or silver jewellery creation activity in historic Kororareka, Russell for up to four participants

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NZ $150 See Details

Sledge the Kaituna River - Grade 3

 Rotorua

We’re passionate about continually providing world-class adventure tourism products in Rotorua. Infused with a unique ...

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NZ $119 See Details

Auckland Harbour Dinner Cruise

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

A unique opportunity to dine on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour under sail on this 2.5 hour experience.

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NZ $145.00 See Details

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 ...

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NZ $150 See Details

Island Hopper Sailing Cruise

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Join the Barefoot Sailing crew for a magical sailing experience in the Bay of Islands. Specialising in small groups, you ...

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NZ $80 See Details

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 ...

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NZ $135.00 See Details

Parasailing in the Bay of Islands

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

New Zealand's highest parasailing at 1300ft over the stunning Bay of Islands. We offer Single, Tandem and Triple fligh ...

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NZ $210 See Details

Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach

 Paihia, Northland

Journey to the very tip of the North Island and uncover a region of rich Māori tradition along the way on an unforgetta ...

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NZ $165.00 See Details

Best of Napier & the Bay (half day)

 Hawkes Bay

This very popular 4 hour minibus tour includes fantastic scenery, a sculpture garden and of course the world-famous Art ...

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NZ $105 See Details

Taupo Sailing Adventures

 Taupo

Experience the best way to explore Lake Taupo and choose the most environmentally friendly way to travel – with a scen ...

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NZ $49 See Details

Dinosaur House Museum

 Mt Ruapehu & Tongariro

Raetihi's Dinosaur House holds New Zealand's largest collection of privately owned dinosaur skeletons, fossils and life- ...

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NZ $10 See Details

Hobbiton and Spellbound Tour

 Hamilton & Waikato

Hobbiton and Spellboud Glow worm Tour

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NZ $289 See Details

Hawkes Bay Wine Tour (half day)

 Hawkes Bay

Napier and the surrounding Hawkes Bay area is New Zealand's oldest wine-making region. This very popular afternoon tour ...

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NZ $125 See Details

Martinborough Wine Tour

 Wairarapa, Wellington

Sit back and relax with all your transport and tasting fees covered on your Martinborough winery tour A trip through re ...

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NZ $275 See Details

Full Day Wellington Food Tour

 Wellington City, Wellington

The Full Day Wellington Food Tour is the best way to see and taste your way around the worlds Coolest Little Capital and ...

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NZ $388 See Details

Kiwi North: Whangarei Museum, Kiwi House & Heritage Park

 Whangarei, Northland

You will find Northland's only Kiwi House here at Kiwi North. This Whangarei attraction is set on 25 hectares of rolling ...

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NZ $20 See Details

Wellington's Cocktail Tour (Walking Tour)

 Wellington City, Wellington

Get away from the tourist trap, enjoy the local and quirky atmosphere and sample some of Wellington’s best cocktail cr ...

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NZ $195 See Details

Adrenalin Forest - 3 Hour Full Course Access!!

 South Auckland, Auckland

Adrenalin Forest is a multi-level aerial obstacle course that is designed to progress you higher and higher into the tre ...

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NZ $49 See Details

Cycling Adventure - The Gold Rush Tour

 Waihi, Coromandel

Interested in Gold? Ride from the historic town of Paeroa through most popular section of the Hauraki Rail Trail, the aw ...

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NZ $279 See Details

Urban Axe Throwing at Sweet Axe Throwing Co.

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

Unleash your inner Viking! Get ready to get pumped ​with an axe-perience unlike any other! Sweet Axe Throwing Co is N ...

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NZ $50 See Details

Tractor Tours to Cape Kidnappers

 Hawkes Bay

Come on a unique, fun eco-experience tour, in a beautiful and iconic part of the Hawke’s Bay region. Our ‘one of ...

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NZ $55 See Details

Hobbiton Afternoon Tour

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

FlexiToursNZ runs small group tours in the North Island from either Auckland or Rotorua. We use late model Mercedes sp ...

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NZ $189 See Details

Canterbury Wreck and Reef Dive

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

The former Navy Frigate Canterbury F421 now rests in Deep Water Cove near Cape Brett. Upright and intact, she makes for ...

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NZ $180 See Details

A FUN Family Segway Experience in Devonport Auckland

 North Auckland, Auckland

Looking for new Auckland activities for families that both adults and children will enjoy? Your search is over! Our ...

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NZ $45.5 See Details

A Grand Day Out in Hawkes Bay

 Hawkes Bay

This extended minibus tour includes the world-famous Art Deco City of Napier, fantastic scenery, wine tasting, a chocola ...

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NZ $150 See Details

VR Escape

 North Auckland, Auckland

Immerse yourself within the world of Virtual Reality with our epic VR escape games! Choose from a plethora of exciting w ...

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NZ $49 See Details

Mount Victoria Magic Guided Segway Tour

 Northern Bays, Auckland

Our Takarunga/Mount Victoria segway tour is the best way to see the sights while having of loads fun! As the highest ...

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NZ $90 See Details

Kumeu Wine and Cheese Afternoon Tour

 West Auckland, Auckland

Kumeu is the historic heart of winemaking in New Zealand. This afternoon tour visits 3 locally owned vineyards for wine ...

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NZ $187 See Details

Odyssey Sensory Maze

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

Odyssey is an a-maze-ing adventure where while trying to find your way out you will experience darker challenging spaces ...

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NZ $22 See Details

Footprints Waipoua

 Hokianga, Northland

Join the world acclaimed Footprints Waipoua night tour to the Waipoua Forest with a local Māori guide for an unforgetta ...

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NZ $105 See Details

Auckland Harbour Sailing Cruise

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

Sail where the wind takes us and take in Auckland’s city highlights on our relaxed 1.5 hour harbour sailing experience ...

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NZ $99.00 See Details

Beauty & Spa Treatments

 Paihia, Northland

Relax and unwind at La Spa Naturale as our professionally trained Beauty and Massage Therapists offer you the ultimate i ...

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NZ $69 See Details

Morning Glory: 3.5 Hour Chilled out Sail

 Whitianga, Coromandel

The perfect way to jump start your day in Whitianga kicking back on the tramps of our spacious catamaran - a 3.5hr 'jump ...

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NZ $110 See Details

Ocean Adventure

 Paihia, Northland

Experience the thrill of Ocean Adventure - the fastest boat to the Hole in the Rock on this 1.5hour experience.

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NZ $135.00 See Details

Mt Ruapehu Vista

 Taupo

Flightseeing at its best! Discover NZ’s most scenic & spectacular vistas. Enjoy a unique flightseeing experience ...

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NZ $425 See Details

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 ...

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NZ $895 See Details

Wine and Beer Tasting & Lunch Adventures

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

We visit three (3) vineyards : offering some unique wine varieties only grown in Northland Tastings can include w ...

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NZ $95 See Details

Escape Adventure

 North Auckland, Auckland

Take your escape room skills to the street and tackle one of our outdoor escape adventures.

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NZ $49 See Details

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 ...

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NZ $135.00 See Details

Ted Ashby Sailing

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

Set sail on our heritage scow, TED ASHBY, for an hour-long cruise in Auckland's Harbour. See the city skyline, Sky Tower ...

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NZ $20 See Details

Alpaca Feeding Trail

 Hamilton & Waikato

Walk the alpaca trail and feed them over the fence. This option runs for ±25 minutes on the half-hour between 10 am - 4 ...

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NZ $17 See Details

Stargazing Tours

 Whitianga, Coromandel

Explore southern night sky treasures; Milky Way, Moon and planets from our pristine dark sky site using research grade t ...

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NZ $30 See Details

Manea Theatre Attraction Footprints of Kupe

 Hokianga, Northland

Manea Footprints of Kupe is a 75-minute multisensory journey of guided storytelling – through art, taonga (cultural tr ...

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NZ $65 See Details

A Taste of Wellington - Half Day Food Tour

 Wellington City, Wellington

Enjoy the taste sensations of Wellington as we drive from place to place where you will learn about the art of good coff ...

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NZ $299 See Details

Skydive Auckland

 West Auckland, Auckland

Ready to throw yourself out of a perfectly good plane? Skydive from up to 20,000ft, the highest skydive in New Zealan ...

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NZ $295 See Details

Days Out Fishing Charters Bay of Islands

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Our aim is to make your fishing adventure and stay in the bay of islands an experience you will remember. Within 5 mile ...

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NZ $150 See Details

100% Pure NZ - Raft the Kaituna River - Grade 5

 Rotorua

We’re passionate about continually providing world-class adventure tourism products in Rotorua. Infused with a unique ...

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NZ $119 See Details

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 ...

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NZ $275 See Details

Hobbiton Express Tour from Auckland

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

This small group tour is an easy day trip from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set. The day includes a fully guided tour of ...

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NZ $290 See Details

Escape HQ Auckland

 Northern Bays, Auckland

Prepare for an exhilarating hour of fun and entertainment! Choose your game and then expect to be challenged, as you fin ...

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NZ $30 See Details

Rotorua Escape

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

Day Trip to Rotorua to see the geyser, learn about the Maori history and other interesting sights

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NZ $292 See Details

Carino 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 ...

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NZ $140 See Details

Rainbow Warrior and Reef Dive

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

The Rainbow Warrior was Greenpeace’s flagship.On its way to protest France’s nuclear testing on the Mururoa Atoll wh ...

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NZ $180 See Details

Golf

 Doubtless Bay, Northland

Between the sweeping ocean views to the north and east, and the hillside vineyards of Karikari Estate to the south, is t ...

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NZ $70 See Details

The Farm Tour

 Rotorua

The Farm Tour is an hour long guided tour, travelling through a farm environment on a covered trailer. During The Farm ...

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NZ $22 See Details

Vigilant Yacht Charters - Day Sailing Bay of Islands

 Russell, Northland

The Bay of Islands is an ideal sailing playground. Step on board our stunning 42ft classic cutter rig yacht to experienc ...

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NZ $130 See Details

Wine Tasting & Scenic Adventure

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

A land based tour in the beautiful Bay of Islands area including Wine Tasting, Lunch at a Vineyard, Historic Buildi ...

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NZ $90 See Details

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 ...

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NZ $955 See Details

Arvo of Goodness Chilled out Sail from Whitianga, Coromandel

 Whitianga, Coromandel

Not a morning person? Sweet as! Jump on a cruisy 3.5 hour afternoon sailing charter adventure aboard Fully Charged explo ...

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NZ $110 See Details

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 ...

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NZ $70 See Details

Fishing Sightseeing Snorkelling Charter vessel

 Pauanui, Coromandel

Waipae Magic Charters run fishing sightseeing snorkeling and are DoC permitted to undertake marine mammal watching/swimm ...

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NZ $150 See Details

America's Cup Sailing Experience

 Downtown Auckland, Auckland

Join our crew sailing this authentic America's Cup Yacht on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour with this 2 hour experience.

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NZ $190.00 See Details

Sustainable sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings.

 Taupo

Step aboard, explore Lake Taupō, and discover its natural beauty and hidden wonders with an eco-friendly cruise with Sa ...

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NZ $49 See Details

Race Car Simulator

 North Auckland, Auckland

Our Simulator will transport you right into adrenaline and drama of real track racing!

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NZ $29 See Details

Full Day Scenic Rafting on the Rangitikei River, Family Friendly

 Whanganui

With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, amazing scenery and a riverside picnic lunch, the 13 km section of the Rangitikei Ri ...

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NZ $215 See Details

Bay of Islands Wine Tour

 Paihia, Northland

Kerikeri is a place to indulge and have fun. On this tour experience some of New Zealand’s finest quality wines. $135 ...

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NZ $135 See Details

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 ...

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NZ $159 See Details

Daily Surf Lessons

 Mangawhai, Northland

Our surf lessons run all year round and are available for surfers of all skill levels. Our home turf, the beautiful Te A ...

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NZ $69 See Details

Otehei Bay Ferry

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Jump on our quick ferry transfer to Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island from Paihia or Russell. With multiple departures da ...

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NZ $50 See Details

Glow Worm Cave Tour

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Visit Glow Worm Cave enjoy a guided tour thru the cave. Scenic Sights & Commentary as you travel thru native bush & ...

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NZ $85 See Details

Silent electric boat hire on the Kerikeri River, Bay of Islands

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Hire a silent electric boat to relax and explore the beautiful Kerikeri river. No boating experience required!

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NZ $25 See Details

Wildblue Bay of Islands Fishing

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Want to catch big fish with one of the best skippers around. Come fishing with us (Trent Boult not the cricketer) We c ...

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NZ $150 See Details

Scenic Circuit

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Scenic Tour Hear some of the local history and lifestyle stories. Waitangi Golf Club lookout. Travel through native bu ...

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NZ $30 See Details

Cycling Adventure - Easy Cheesy

 Waihi, Coromandel

Enjoy a relaxed ride through our lush countryside and have lunch at the award winning Matatoki Cheese Barn. With fam a ...

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NZ $99 See Details

Mount Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike

 Rotorua

We’re passionate about continually providing world-class adventure tourism products in Rotorua. Infused with a unique ...

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NZ $119 See Details

PADI Open Water Course

 Bay Of Islands, Northland

Come and join us for your first step into the world of recreational diving! Whether you want to dive with us in the beau ...

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NZ $590 See Details

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