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Sculptureum Experience - Escape to a world of...
Six Art Galleries and Three Sculpture Filled Gardens
from NZ $42.00
1 Days 
from NZ $355
6 hours 
from NZ $388.00
20 mins
Matakana Village Wine & Art Private Tour
Discover the charming Matakana Village and its scenic surroundings
from NZ $799.00
6 Hours 
Multi-Day Tour: Golden Triangle Experience (2...
Discover Waitomo’s sculpted limestone chambers and the soft glow of thousands of glowworms.
from NZ $1995.00
2 Days 12 Hours 
from NZ $479.00
8 Hours 
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 $9750.00
4.5 hours 
Coromandel Beach, Caves & Forest Private Tour
Cruise to the spectacular Cathedral Cove Beach, dramatic blowholes, famous Narnia filming locations
from NZ $950.00
12 Hours 
Kiwi Night Encounter
Among the best opportunities in New Zealand to see kiwi up close
from NZ $99.00
1 hours 30 mins
Guided Full Day Godley Head Walk – Christch...
Enjoy a spectacular 9 km guided coastal walk with panoramic Pacific Ocean and Lyttelton Harbour view
from NZ $320.00
6 Hours 
from NZ $329.00
5 Hours 
"Church to Church" One Day E-Bike A...
Brand new, state-of-the-art, lightweight, E-Bikes for effortless riding. Helmet & Panniers
from NZ $160.00
6 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
2 Hours 30 Mins 
Auckland Māori Culture Experience
Discover Auckland's iconic landmarks on a comprehensive city sightseeing tour
from NZ $800.00
6 Hours 
from NZ $70.00
1 hours 30 mins
Private 2 Day Tour: Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, ...
Admission & Guided Tour Inside Waitomo Glow Worm Cave, including a Boat Ride.
from NZ $5900.00
2 Days 
Bethells Boogie
Explore impressive 30-meter-high sea caves and rock chasms along the rugged west coast.
from NZ $250
4 hours 
Rotorua Adventures Private Tour
Enjoy the famous Agrodome Farm Show with live farming demonstrations
from NZ $998.00
12 Hours 
from NZ $260.00
5 Hours 
Motuihe Island Wildlife Private Experience
Travel by private sea shuttle to a protected island wildlife sanctuary
from NZ $1500.00
4 Hours 
from NZ $125
1 hours 
Black Abyss Ultimate Caving Experience - Priv...
Take on a five-hour caving adventure through the depths of Ruakuri Cave.
from NZ $1095.00
12 Hours 
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 
Coast-to-Coast Private Eco Tours
Visit the spectacular Muriwai Beach and its famous Gannet Colony
from NZ $685.00
8 Hours 
from NZ $1250.00
4 hours 
from NZ $365.00
10 Hours 
from NZ $3300.00
8 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 
from NZ $60.00
2 Hours 
from NZ $119.00
2 Hours 30 Mins
from NZ $1550.00
1 hours 30 mins
Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Private To...
Discover Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one memorable day.
from NZ $995.00
13 Hours 
from NZ $5200.00
3 hours 
from NZ $165
3 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 
Ancient Temple Escape Room Adventure
Designed for smaller teams, gorgeously themed, jammed with tactile and electronic puzzles.
from NZ $45.00
1 hours 30 mins
Mt Aspiring Full Day Canyoning Adventure
Located in the Mt Aspiring national park a UNESCO world heritage site
from NZ $499
9 Hours 30 Mins 
from NZ $265.00
30 Mins 
from NZ $395.00
Allow approximately 3 hours for the experience. Flight time is around 1 hour.
Black Labyrinth Ultimate Rafting Experience -...
Climb, jump and tube through Ruakuri Cave on an active underground adventure.
from NZ $895.00
11 Hours 
Martinborough Wine Tour
Lunch and wine tastings at Poppies Martinborough Winery with a platter of local delicacies
from NZ $360.00
7 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 
from NZ $38
1 hours 
Mount Tarawera Volcanic Adventure
Aerial highlights include: Crater Lakes and Tarawera Falls,
from NZ $995.00
1 Hours 
Mount Tarawera/Waimangu Volcanic Valley Plus ...
Scenic flight with aerial views of Mount Tarawera and Volcanic Craters
from NZ $690.00
3 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 $165.00
6 hours 
from NZ $145.00
2 Hours 30 Mins 
Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River Grade 5 Raftin...
Feel the thrill of whitewater rafting over 3 waterfalls and 14 rapids
from NZ $135.00
2 Hours 
Private Half Day Godley Head Walk – Christc...
Explore spectacular Godley Head on a private guided coastal walk, just 30 minutes from Christchurch
from NZ $450.00
4 Hours 
Martinborough Half Day Winery Tour from Welli...
Sample amazing locally made wines from one of the best pinot noir producing regions of the world
from NZ $195
5 Hours 30 Mins 
Private Luxury Cloudy Bay Shed,Mt Diffcuilty ...
Bannockburn, the heart of the Central Otago wine region
from NZ $1860.00
7 hours 
from NZ $595.00
25 mins
from NZ $2385.00
3 Hours 
from NZ $1350.00
1 Hours 
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 $219.00
3 Hours 
Waiheke Island Walking Tour
Explore Waiheke Island on a scenic guided walking experience
from NZ $760.00
5 Hours 
from NZ $
Multi-Day Tour: Northland Explorer Experience...
Discover Waipoua Forest at twilight as daylight fades beneath the canopy.
from NZ $2995.00
3 Days 8 Hours 
Twilight Kiwi Bird Encounter - Tawharanui Wil...
Enjoy a delicious 3-course dinner at the renowned Matakana Market Kitchen
from NZ $950.00
6 Hours 30 Mins 
Jade Carving, Honey Tasting & Wine Private To...
Wander the inspiring Brick Bay Sculpture Trail surrounded by native landscapes
from NZ $1400.00
9 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 
Rotorua Ziplines: Zipline Over Waterfalls
The only Ziplining experience to fly over waterfalls in New Zealand
from NZ $179.00
2 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 
Craggy Range Deluxe - Hawke's Bay Wine Tour
Wine Tasting and Platter at Craggy Range Winery
from NZ $338.10
4 Hours 
from NZ $429.00
8 Hours 
Wānaka Highlights Wine Tour
Visit a carefully selected collection of boutique wineries and family-owned vineyards
from NZ $269.00
4 Hours 
Wine tasting for two at Soljans Estate Winery
Sample 5 Premium Soljans Estate wines
from NZ $30.00
30 mins
from NZ $1750.00
12.5 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 
from NZ $349.00
2 hours 
Underworld Black Water Adventure Experience -...
Venture into the remarkable Glowworm Cave on a premium black water rafting experience.
from NZ $995.00
12 Hours 
from NZ $1350.00
11.5 hours 
from NZ $70
30 Mins 
Beauty & Spa Treatments
Indulge in a range of beauty treatments from our experienced spa therapists
from NZ $69.00
30 mins
Sunset Sea Kayak to Rangitoto Island / with B...
Guided Walk to the Summit of Rangitoto Island
from NZ $220.00
6 Hours 30 Mins 
Central Otago Heli Gold Wine Tour
Up to 6 Central Otago Vineyard Visits and Wine Tastings
from NZ $3200.00
8.5 hours 
Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Zealong Tea & Kiwi Bi...
Visit the award-winning Zealong Tea Estate for an elegant High Tea lunch
from NZ $999.00
10 Hours 
Multi-Day Tour: Thermal Getaway Experience (3...
Drift through Waitomo’s Glowworm Grotto by boat beneath thousands of softly glowing lights.
from NZ $3995.00
3 Days 12 Hours 
Sea Kayaking, Lyttelton Harbour & Quail I...
Sea kayaking in an extinct volcano (Lyttleton Harbour)
from NZ $479.00
8 Hours 
from NZ $229
3 hours 30 mins
from NZ $360.00
7 Hours 
from NZ $995
1 hours 
Mount Tarawera/Waimangu Thermal Valley – �...
Thrilling take off and landing on Lake Rotorua
from NZ $395.00
40 Mins 
from NZ $420.00
3 hours 30 mins
Kaikoura - Whale Watching Ocean Safari
Extended time in the whale watching area for maximum whale sighting opportunities.
from NZ $850.00
45 Mins 
from NZ $150.00
Spaceship Escape Room Adventure
Gorgeously themed, jammed with tactile and electronic, high-tech puzzles.
from NZ $45.00
1 hours 30 mins
from NZ $895.00
45 mins
White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extrem...
Aerial highlights include: Northern Crater Lakes, Bay of Plenty
from NZ $2295.00
2 Hours 
from NZ $325
6 hours 
V8 Trike Tour - The Ultimate V8 Experience!
Of course... the V8 Trike!!
from NZ $190.00
25 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 
from NZ $155.00
1 hours 
from NZ $1450.00
5 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 $50.00
1 Hours 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!
Top Destinations
Explore some of New Zealand’s most popular travel destinations.
