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Entry to the Knights of the Sky & Dangerous Skies Exhibitions
Blenheim, Marlborough
The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre is Marlborough's single most visited attraction. Stories, not just stuff, make this a ...
Epic Tandem Kayak Tours
Rotorua
Tandem kayaking is a niche/specialty activity compared to traditional rafting trips in the area. There is nowhere else i ...
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 ...
Snowshoeing Experience
Queenstown
This is a real snow adventure in a true alpine environment. The Remarkables Range offers fantastic terrain to explore an ...
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 ...
Omni VR
North Auckland, Auckland
You’ll actually walk or run through your virtual world on the Omni Treadmill. Equipped with special shoes, Omni VR is ...
Paintball package
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Experience the Bay of Plenty’s top choice for paintball fun! An exciting and adrenaline-pumping activity!
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 ...
The Hunting Lodge - Escape Room Experience
Taupo
Your neighbour's late-night escapades have sparked your suspicions. Those odd hours and mysteriously large bags raise qu ...
Waitangi Mountain Bike Park Experience
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Get ready for an adventure like no other! Discover the exhilarating trails of Waitangi Mountain Bike Park with Paihia Mo ...
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 ...
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 ...
Escape Adventure
North Auckland, Auckland
Thrillzone Outdoor Escape Adventure Enter our Escape Adventure and immerse yourself in a challenging next-level combina ...
Karioi Glowworm Canyoning
Hamilton & Waikato
As the sun goes down, begin your journey into the ancient lava flow flowing off Mount Karioi. Wrapped up in the latest c ...
4.5hr // Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Embark on a captivating 4.5-hour cruise and island tour in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand, where you'll sail amidst stu ...
Winter Intro to Rock Climbing
Wanaka
Climb outside with snow capped peaks in the background! Our 3/4 day rock trip is perfect for people wanting a fun day ou ...
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 ...
Bay of Many Coves Heli-lunch
Wellington City, Wellington
Fly to the Marlborough Sounds to Bay of Many Coves Resort. Discover world-class cuisine, breathtaking scenery and a sens ...
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 ...
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 ...
Half Day Cruise & Island Tour - Cruise, Snorkel, Paddleboard, Hike, Explore!
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Discover the Bay of Islands on a small group tour. Scenic cruise through 144 sub-tropical islands. Stopover on Roberton ...
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 ...
Hologate
North Auckland, Auckland
Immerse yourself in the fully-realised future of entertainment with Hologate VR, a one-of-its kind single or multi-playe ...
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 ...
Flight option 1 - Franz Josef Glacier incl. snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Josef)
Franz Josef, West Coast
Explore the Franz Josef Glacier to 6,000ft and land on the snow with exceptional views of New Zealand's Southern Alps (a ...
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 ...
3D Trick Art Gallery
Rotorua
Immerse yourself into 2D paintings posing and acting, when you take a photo it changes to 3D photos.
Limestone Express Kayak Tour
Hamilton & Waikato
A perfect mix of adventure & comfort makes for our Top Quality Excursions. This guided tour takes you straight in ...
Wellington’s Ultimate Fashion Odyssey Tour
Wellington City, Wellington
Discover the ultimate bespoke fashion experience specialising in show casing local and national designers. This persona ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Bike The Lake Dunstan Trail With A Return Luxury Mercedes Shuttle
Queenstown
Experience one of NZ's Official Great Rides - 42km of purpose built trail. Bike from Cromwell to historic Clyde, meet th ...
Action Bug
Rotorua
Riverbugs mixed with generous portions of whitewater in a breathtaking gorge on the Rangitāiki river in the Eastern Bay ...
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 ...
Axe Throwing in Brewtown (Individuals)
Upper Hutt, Wellington
Come and join us for something a little different! Our Axe-Perts will have you in touch with your inner Viking and slayi ...
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 ...
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 ...
Dinosaur House Museum
Mt Ruapehu & Tongariro
Raetihi's Dinosaur House holds New Zealand's largest collection of privately owned dinosaur skeletons, fossils and life- ...
Alpine Guided Hike
Queenstown
Who says you need a chopper to experience views from a mile above Queenstown? Half day walks are an authentic adventure ...
Tawanui Farm Energy Jet
Kaikoura, Canterbury
We are a small family owned business that run jet boating, farms tours and accommodation off our 320ha sheep and beef fa ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Race Car Simulator
North Auckland, Auckland
Our DX Race Simulator will transport you right into the drama and white-knuckle excitement of real track racing! It’s ...
3 HOUR SHARED CHARTER
Queenstown
A lot can happen in three hours… and joining a small group on this charter, fishing alongside seasoned fishermen, will ...
Puzzling World COMBO admission
Wanaka
Puzzling World is an iconic, unique & award winning attraction that since 1973 has fascinated people of all ages kee ...
Thunder Trike Tours - Bay of Islands V8 Adventure
Paihia, Northland
Have awesome thrills on a V8 350 Chev Trike with a 30 or 60 minute tour from Paihia. For those that love adrenaline, exp ...
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 ...
Silent electric boat hire on the Kerikeri River, Bay of Islands
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Explore the beautiful Kerikeri river on a silent electric boat. No boating experience required!
Queenstown Wine, Beer and Gin Tour | Adults Only - Departs Queenstown Daily (3pm to 6:30pm)
Queenstown
Immerse yourself in Central Otago wines, craft beers and gins as you imbibe over 12 tastings at a latitude of 45° south ...
Bike The Wānaka And Hāwea 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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
All About Paradise Half Day Expedition
Queenstown
Mystical morning & afternoon half-day expeditions to Glenorchy and the famous Paradise Valley! Take in the Spectacul ...
Mt Aspiring Full Day Canyon
Queenstown
Get excited! This full day canyon offers the most and biggest jumps and abseils available from Queenstown, no previous ...
Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flights
Christchurch, Canterbury
Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flights from the foothills of Mt. Hutt.
Axe Throwing in Brewtown (Group of up to 12)
Upper Hutt, Wellington
Come and join us for something a little different! Our Axe-Perts will have you in touch with your inner Viking and slayi ...
Cultural Performance
Rotorua
Take a glimpse into our world of performing arts while partaking in one of our daily Cultural Performances. Let our loc ...
Shared Tour (English)
Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
This is our classic experience. During this tour, you will share a 90 min astronomy experience with other night sky enth ...
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 ...
Escape Rooms Tauranga
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Escape rooms are real-life games whereby you and your team will be placed in a themed room of your choice. In order to � ...
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 ...
Original Pioneers Caving
Hamilton & Waikato
With Raglan Rock caving sometimes on your knees and perhaps at times on your belly, but however you journey through our ...
Real Rock Climbing Experience
Hamilton & Waikato
Climbing is the fastest growing adventure sport in the world, and luckily for us, it’s our passion! Climbing indoors i ...
Tūhura Otago Museum Science Centre Day Pass
Dunedin
Come visit the largest science centre in New Zealand. With a Tropical Forest filled with live exotic butterflies, and lo ...
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 ...
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 ...
Hydro Attack Semi-submersible Shark Ride
Queenstown
Get ready for a thrilling adventure in the shark machine! Launching from our central Queenstown location, we'll embark o ...
Sculptureum Experience - Escape to a world of creative wonder
North Auckland, Auckland
Be inspired with a day trip to the acclaimed Sculptureum; a unique art destination that is commonly reviewed as being of ...
Cabin in the Woods - Escape Room Experience
Taupo
Venture into a creepy forest to investigate for yourself the ghost stories that have been circulating about the lady in ...
Private Day Charter
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Board our beautiful sailing catamaran, “Serenity”, from Paihia or your chosen pickup point. We will hoist the sails ...
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 ...
Escape Rooms Takapuna Auckland
North Auckland, Auckland
Escape rooms are real-life games whereby you and your team will be placed in a themed room of your choice. In order to � ...
Rum , craft beer & kombucha tour
Wellington City, Wellington
We are the only commercial Kombucha manufacturer brewing in the traditional manner using Ceramic crocks. No plastic or s ...
Parasailing
Wanaka
Fly high above the beautiful Lake Wanaka with Wanaka Parasailing on either a single, or a tandem flight. This is one ...
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 ...
Family Friendly Caving Adventure!
Hamilton & Waikato
30 million years ago Mother Nature worked her magic and began to form some of the most incredible and beautiful caves th ...
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 ...
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 ...
Stargazing Tours
Whitianga, Coromandel
Explore southern night sky treasures; Milky Way, Moon and planets from our pristine dark sky site using research grade t ...
Half Day, Grade 5 Rafting on the Rangitikei River
Whanganui
Our grade 5, white water rafting trip is often recognised as one of the best half day trips in the world (recently voted ...
Raceline Karting
Rotorua
Feel the need for speed as you jump into the driver’s seat for an exhilarating Raceline Karting experience. Geared up ...
The Candy Cottage - Escape Room Experience
Taupo
A group of you have gathered for a picnic at the forest's edge. It was all laughter and fun, but little did you know tha ...
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 ...
Sledge the Kaituna River - Grade 3
Rotorua
We’re passionate about continually providing world-class adventure tourism products in Rotorua. Infused with a unique ...
Family Fun Raft Trip
Hawkes Bay
Come rafting on the beautiful Mohaka River and have fun with the whole family. This grade two section has small rapids w ...
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 activities 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!
Frequently Asked Questions about Other Activities
1. Where is the adventure capital of New Zealand?
Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand. Queenstown has so many amazing activities from glacier landings to river surfing! It is also within a short distance to other adventurous areas like Wanaka, Fiordland with the famous Milford Sound, and Canterbury!
2. What are the top adventurous and fun activities in New Zealand?
New Zealand is known for its vastly unique landscape that offer endless opportunities for adventure and fun. In the South Island, there is a unique off-roading adventure tour that is perfect for thrill seekers. Speaking of thrill seeking, you are never far from an amazing skydiving experience!
3. What is the number 1 attraction in New Zealand?
Milford Sound in fiordland is a famous attraction in New Zealand. Its photogenic nature has spread across the world.