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Exclusive Abel Tasman Charter
A bespoke guided full day exploring the Abel Tasman National Park - personalized to meet your needs
from NZ $3915.00
6 hours 
from NZ $60.00
2 Hours 
Floatplane Crater Lakes Flight Plus Hotpools
Spend 90 minutes soaking in the natural hot pools on Lake Rotoiti, only accessible by water
from NZ $580.00
2 Hours 20 Mins 
Mercer Bay Hiking & Waterfalls Private Tour
Enjoy the expertise of an experienced hiking guide throughout your adventure
from NZ $800.00
6 Hours 
Kaimai Classic Scenic Flight
Discover the North Islands Tallest Waterfall From The Air!
from NZ $620.00
Carino Wildlife Cruises - Island & Wildlife D...
Small-group sailing through the Bay of Islands
from NZ $215
6 hours 
from NZ $
Nomad Safaris Routeburn - Guided Walks
Fans of Middle-earth, relive the magic with the "Lord of The Rings tours" - Glenorchy and Queenstown
from NZ $260.00
4 Hours 30 Mins 
Sculptureum Experience - Escape to a world of...
Six Art Galleries and Three Sculpture Filled Gardens
from NZ $42.00
1 Days 
Classic Wine Tour - Departs Queenstown daily ...
Tastings at 3 premium cellar doors in the Gibbston Wine Region
from NZ $239.00
4 Hours 
from NZ $1995.00
2 hours 15 mins
White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extrem...
Aerial highlights include: Northern Crater Lakes, Bay of Plenty
from NZ $2295.00
2 Hours 
Waiheke Island Nature & Ceramics Tour
Explore the beautiful Whakanewha Nikau Track surrounded by native forest
from NZ $1650.00
7 Hours 
from NZ $300
Rotorua Adventures Private Tour
Enjoy the famous Agrodome Farm Show with live farming demonstrations
from NZ $998.00
12 Hours 
Private Luxury Auckland - Rotorua Geothermal ...
Witness geothermal wonders
from NZ $1600.00
12 hours 
Central Otago Heli Gold Wine Tour
Up to 6 Central Otago Vineyard Visits and Wine Tastings
from NZ $3200.00
8.5 hours 
from NZ $245.00
4 Hours 
Beauty & Spa Treatments
Indulge in a range of beauty treatments from our experienced spa therapists
from NZ $69.00
30 mins
from NZ $289.00
5 hours
from NZ $945.00
1 hours 
from NZ $895.00
45 mins
Mount Tarawera / Orakei Korako 'Thermal Explo...
River landing at Orakei Korako Geothermal Park plus a hour long self guided tour through the park
from NZ $845.00
2 Hours 30 Mins 
Nomad Safaris combos - Dart River Jet I Shoto...
Fans of Middle-earth, relive the magic with the "Lord of The Rings tours" - Glenorchy and Queenstown
from NZ $714.00
9 Hours 
from NZ $50.00
1 hours 
Jade Carving, Honey Tasting & Wine Private To...
Wander the inspiring Brick Bay Sculpture Trail surrounded by native landscapes
from NZ $1400.00
9 Hours 
from NZ $479.00
8 Hours 
from NZ $1350.00
11.5 hours 
from NZ $1325.00
1 Hours 
Muriwai Beach & Wine Tasting Private Tour
Visit the spectacular black-sand shores of Muriwai Beach
from NZ $695.00
8 Hours 
Hobbiton Private Transport & Group Tour
Join a 2.5-hour guided group tour through the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set
from NZ $890.00
9 Hours 
Birdwatching, Hiking & Waterfalls Private Tou...
Explore Pūkorokoro Miranda Wildlife Reserve with a professional bird guide
from NZ $980.00
8 Hours 
Nomad Safaris - Queenstown
Fans of Middle-earth, relive the magic with the "Lord of The Rings tours" - Glenorchy and Queenstown
from NZ $250.00
3 Hours 45 Mins 
Rotorua Ziplines: Zipline Over Waterfalls
The only Ziplining experience to fly over waterfalls in New Zealand
from NZ $169.00
2 Hours 
Sea Cave Adventures Whitianga
Visit the world famous Cathedral Cove + Te Whanganui O Hei Marine Reserve!
from NZ $135.00
2 Hours 
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves & Te Puia (Rotorua) P...
Discover the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a 1-hour guided underground tour
from NZ $949.00
11 Hours 
from NZ $375.00
5 Hours 
from NZ $165
3 hours 
from NZ $89.00
2 Hours 30 Mins
from NZ $42
1 hours 15 mins
The Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek
Ride a horse through the river & up into the hills in The Cardrona sunrise!
from NZ $499.00
2 hours 
Tauranga Harbour Cruise
One Hour Cruise on the Waters of Tauranga Harbour
from NZ $50.00
1 Hours 30 Mins 
from NZ $420.00
1 Hours 
Waiheke Island Walking Tour
Explore Waiheke Island on a scenic guided walking experience
from NZ $760.00
5 Hours 
Waiheke Island Wine & Art Tour
Create your own handcrafted jewellery in a hands-on workshop
from NZ $1500.00
7 Hours 
Horse Riding, Wine Tasting & Art Trail Privat...
Enjoy a relaxing horse riding adventure through the picturesque Matakana countryside
from NZ $750.00
6 Hours 
Browns Island (Motukorea) Sea Kayak Tour
Sea Kayak Aucklands' Hauraki Gulf and Waitemata Harbour
from NZ $150
4 hours 
Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glow Worm Caves ...
Enjoy a 2.5-hour guided tour through the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set
from NZ $990.00
12 Hours 
Craggy Range Deluxe - Hawke's Bay Wine Tour
Wine Tasting and Platter at Craggy Range Winery
from NZ $338.10
4 Hours 
Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Private Tour
Enjoy a 2.5-hour private guided tour through the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set
from NZ $3200.00
9 Hours 
from NZ $325
6 hours 
from NZ $1250.00
4 hours 
from NZ $355
6 hours 
White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extrem...
Aerial highlights include: Northern Crater Lakes, Bay of Plenty
from NZ $1230.00
1 Hours 30 Mins 
Waiheke Island Active Adventure Tour
Discover Waiheke Island's spectacular coastal scenery and scenic viewpoints
from NZ $980.00
7 Hours 
Stewart Island Pelagic and Wild-Life Tour
Have a great time finding albatross, penguins, sealions, and more!
from NZ $90
1 Hours 30 Mins 
from NZ $145.00
2 Hours 30 Mins 
Spaceship Escape Room Adventure
Gorgeously themed, jammed with tactile and electronic, high-tech puzzles.
from NZ $45.00
1 hours 30 mins
from NZ $349.00
2 hours 
from NZ $38
1 hours 
from NZ $50.00
1 Hours 
Polynesian Spa - Rotorua's Iconic Geothermal ...
Historic geothermal pools drawing from Rotorua’s unique Priest and Rachel Springs
from NZ $32.95
1 Hours 
from NZ $165.00
6 hours 
Heli-Picnic for up to 6 people in a private h...
Gourmet picnic at a hidden alpine lake in the Kahurangi National Park
from NZ $5606.00
3 hours 
Matakana Village Wine & Art Private Tour
Discover the charming Matakana Village and its scenic surroundings
from NZ $799.00
6 Hours 
Sunset Sea Kayak to Rangitoto Island / with B...
Guided Walk to the Summit of Rangitoto Island
from NZ $220.00
6 Hours 30 Mins 
Mount Tarawera / Orakei Korako 'Thermal Explo...
Dual landing on Mount Tarawera and at Orakei Korako Geothermal Park
from NZ $1490.00
3 Hours 
from NZ $395.00
Allow approximately 3 hours for the experience. Flight time is around 1 hour.
Yonder Star - Private Sailing Yacht
Sail aboard the luxurious 87-foot private yacht, Yonder Star
from NZ $11000.00
Jetski fun and thrill on your scenic ride in ...
Experience the fun and thrill of a Jetski ride!
from NZ $149.00
30 Mins 
from NZ $179.00
2 hours 
from NZ $3300.00
8 Hours 
from NZ $995
1 hours 
from NZ $529.00
8 Hours 
from NZ $388.00
20 mins
from NZ $70.00
1 hours 30 mins
The High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Interm...
Ride a horse up the mountain to the pub!
from NZ $599.00
3 hours 30 mins
Kaikoura - Whale Watching Ocean Safari
Extended time in the whale watching area for maximum whale sighting opportunities.
from NZ $825.00
45 Mins 
Wai Ariki Spa - Restorative Journey (2 hour l...
An adults only experience (16 years and above), limited numbers per session
from NZ $175.00
2 Hours 
Exclusive Sailing Charter ex Waiheke
Set sail on your own adventure with up to 12 guests in our 41-foot catamaran for a day
from NZ $4770.00
8 Hours 
Abel Tasman Experience with helicopter landin...
25 minutes helicopter flight each way from Nelson Airport over the Abel Tasman to Awaroa
from NZ $3953.00
2.5 hours 
from NZ $38
1 hours 
Hidden Gems Full Day Wine Tour
Visit a carefully selected collection of boutique wineries and family-owned vineyards
from NZ $369
6 Hours 30 Mins 
Days Out Fishing Charters Bay of Islands
Sport Fishing in the Bay of Islands
from NZ $400.00
from NZ $119.00
2 Hours 30 Mins
Auckland City Highlight Private Tour
Visit Bastion Point for Spectacular Harbour Views
from NZ $600.00
4 Hours 
from NZ $5200.00
3 hours 
from NZ $229
3 hours 30 mins
Tiritiri Matangi Island Private Tour
Travel to Tiritiri Matangi Island with return ferry tickets accompanied by your private guide
from NZ $1200.00
10 Hours 
Mount Tarawera Volcanic Landing - Eruption Tr...
Aerial highlights include: Crater Lakes, Geothermal Reserves and Volcanic Craters
from NZ $675.00
40 Mins 
from NZ $1450.00
5 Hours 
Wellington's Walking Food Odyssey
Explore hidden food gems around Cuba Street and beyond
from NZ $250.00
3 Hours 30 Mins 
Martinborough Wine Tour
Lunch and wine tastings at Poppies Martinborough Winery with a platter of local delicacies
from NZ $360.00
7 Hours 
from NZ $569.00
19 hours 
Boutique Wine Tour (11am to 4.30pm)
Taste the excellent wine varietals in Gibbston, Cromwell and Bannockburn wine regions
from NZ $279.00
5 Hours 30 Mins 
Full Day Guided Walk and Picnic on Banks Peni...
Discover the best kept secret walkways in NZ, only 30 minutes from Christchurch
from NZ $270.00
4 Hours 
Private Luxury Cloudy Bay Shed,Mt Diffcuilty ...
Bannockburn, the heart of the Central Otago wine region
from NZ $1860.00
7 hours 
from NZ $260.00
5 Hours 
from NZ $2000.00
7 Hours 
Night Sky Astronomy Experience
Look through an extremely powerful 9-25 inch telescope and eVscope to see the stars
from NZ $125.00
1 Hours 30 Mins Frequently Asked Questions about Private Experiences
Where is the private experiences tours capital of New Zealand?
New Zealand offers a wide range of private and personalised tour experiences across both the North and South Islands, but Queenstown is widely regarded as the private tour experiences capital of New Zealand. Queenstown is one of the most popular destinations for private tours, exclusive charters, and bespoke experiences, including private scenic flights, luxury lake cruises, wine tours, guided adventure activities, and tailored day trips to Milford Sound and surrounding alpine regions.
What are the top private experiences tours in New Zealand?
Some of the top private experiences and tours in New Zealand include a full‑day luxury private guided tour around Queenstown, Glenorchy and Arrowtown with a local guide showing scenic valleys, vineyards and movie locations in comfort, a private helicopter experience that flies you over the Abel Tasman coastline to land at Awaroa Beach for a walk, swim or lunch, a private scenic helicopter trip over Milford Sound and Fiordland with a high‑mountain landing and gourmet lunch, and exclusive private sea kayaking tours around islands like Browns Island in Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf where you can paddle through calm waters and explore natural coastline, all tailored for small groups or couples.
What private experiences are available in Queenstown?
Some of the popular private experiences in Queenstown include full-day luxury private guided tours around Queenstown, Glenorchy, and Arrowtown, gourmet food and wine tours in the Central Otago region, private scenic helicopter flights over Milford Sound and Fiordland, and exclusive private sea or lake charters that allow families or small groups to explore the area at their own pace.
Can private tours include adventure activities?
Yes, private tours in New Zealand can include exciting adventure activities, such as helicopter flights with scenic landings over Milford Sound or Fiordland, private 4WD or off‑road exploration around Queenstown and its dramatic landscapes, jet boat experiences on lakes or rivers, and sunset sea kayak or jetski adventures in the Hauraki Gulf that add thrilling, personalised adventure to your itinerary.
Are private heli hikes available?
Yes, private heli hikes are available as part of private experiences in New Zealand, and popular options include the Private Middle Earth Waterfalls Heli Hike, where you fly by helicopter to an exclusive landing site and explore alpine waterfalls on foot, and the Earnslaw Burn Heli‑Hike that takes you by helicopter near Glenorchy before hiking through scenic valleys and waterfalls on a guided nature walk.
Private Experiences 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.
New Zealand is abundant with all kinds of experiences. There's no better way to truly appreciate the beautiful New Zealand coastline and rolling hills than by booking a private flight!
While seeing New Zealand from above is a worthwhile experience, if you’re scared of heights, there are many other private options available. From luxury picnics, vineyard and wine tours to private spas!
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