Scenic Tours & Excursions through New Zealand’s stunning coastline, rain forests, and volcanic and tussock country are the best activities to put on your to-do list. From several-day tours to half-day tours and activities via cruise boat, bus, coach, car, motorbike, or helicopter. Hike, bike and kayak; visit Waitomo glow worm caves, Hobbiton and more.
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Grand Tour Scenic Hel...
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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 ...
Mauao Walk and Workshop
Mount Maunganui, Bay Of Plenty
Our Mauao Walk and Workshop allows you to experience cultural history and learn the environmental significance of our an ...
Gourmet Food and Wine Tour - Departs Queenstown (9.30am - 4.00pm)
Queenstown
Experience an indulgent and diverse full day tour showcasing the very best sights and tastes from the Central Otago regi ...
Flight option 1 - Fox Glacier incl. snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Fox Glacier)
Fox Glacier, West Coast
Explore the Fox Glacier to 6,000ft and land on the snow with exceptional views of New Zealand's Southern Alps (allow 20 ...
Castle Hill
Christchurch, Canterbury
Explore Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti and inland Canterbury from Christchurch. Food, local guide and transport included.
Off Road Adventure Tour
Franz Josef, West Coast
The name speaks for itself, experience the thrill of riding our unique 2-seater quad bikes or 3-seater buggies through a ...
Milford Sound Cruise
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Join Pure Milford for the scenic cruise of a lifetime. Our famously friendly skipper and crew will welcome you aboard t ...
Christchurch City Scenic Helicopter Flight
Christchurch, Canterbury
A 20 minute flight over Christchurch City the picturesque harbour of Lyttelton and stunning bays is the ultimate scenic ...
Boutique Wine Tour
Wanaka
Discover some of Wanaka and Central Otago’s wonderful vineyards and scenery, while meeting some of the numerous charac ...
Duder Regional Park Walking Tours
East Auckland, Auckland
Duder Regional Park, on New Zealand's North Island, offers guided walking tours through 148 hectares of diverse landscap ...
Taste + Graze Tour with Wine, Craft Beer Tastings and Platters
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Experience a unique wine tour that takes you to 2 of the finest vineyards on Waiheke Island, The Mudbrick and Stonyridge ...
Kiwi Spotting and Stargazing Tour Auckland
North Auckland, Auckland
Just a short drive from Auckland, Tawharanui Regional Park offers an unforgettable evening adventure. Begin with a kiwi- ...
Auckland City Discovery Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Explore Auckland on a half-day city tour featuring top attractions like Mission Bay, One Tree Hill, and Mount Eden. Enjo ...
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 ...
Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village - Guided Tour
Rotorua
Discover the vibrant culture and rich history of the Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village with our guided tour. Nestled in ...
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.
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Day Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Discover the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a day trip from Auckland. Enjoy a scenic drive, explore the magical gl ...
Happy Hour Cruise
Wanaka
Relax with a glass of local wine or beer and bask in the evening light on a 1-hour happy hour cruise on Lake Wanaka. Enj ...
Glow Worm Cave Tour
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Glow Worm Cave Our scenic drive through native bush and farmland brings us to the Glow Worm Cave - Be wowed on your ...
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 ...
Milford Sound Cruise
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Escape the crowds and experience the beauty of Milford Sound in its true isolation and grandeur on our 2-hour cruise.
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 ...
Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour
Wairarapa, Wellington
Savour the fabulous tastes and sights of the beautiful South Wairarapa region. Enjoy a guided full-day Food & Wine ...
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 ...
Discover the beauties of Hawkes Bay
Hawkes Bay
This Hawkes Bay tour is a specifically tuned tour to fit all cruise ships visiting this beautiful region. Endure the spl ...
Wharekauhau Heli Lunch
Wellington City, Wellington
Wellington Scenic helicopter flight to Wharekaukau Country Estate to enjoy a complementary glass of wine on arrival foll ...
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 ...
The Riverhead Tavern Kayak Tour in Auckland
West Auckland, Auckland
Discover the Riverhead Tavern, a charming spot on the serene Waitemata River, ideal for kayaking and waterfront dining. ...
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 ...
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Step into the magical world of Middle Earth with our Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland. Explore iconic Hobbit Holes, ...
Stargazing Tours
Whitianga, Coromandel
Explore southern night sky treasures; Milky Way, Moon and planets from our pristine dark sky site using research grade t ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Daves Diving Kaikoura
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Join us to experience kelp forests, octopus, stingray, native fish species, spectacular biodiversity and so much more. W ...
Glacier Landing
Queenstown
Explore hidden alpine lakes and cascading waterfalls as we head deep into the rugged glacial landscapes of Mount Aspirin ...
Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
Northern Bays, Auckland
Set off on an enchanting adventure with Social Nature Movement's bioluminescence kayak tour in Auckland. As night descen ...
Kaikōura Ziplining & Native forest trail
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Set amongst native bush on a working farm just 15 minutes south of Kaikōura township, EcoZip Adventures is an award-win ...
Discover Christchurch Tour
Christchurch, Canterbury
This is the perfect way to explore Christchurch City in a day. We collect and drop off from your accommodation in Chri ...
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!
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 Buildin ...
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 ...
Waiheke Island Bush & Beach Walk
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Fabulous coastal views, seabird nesting grounds and lush forest trails will make this an adventure to remember! Based ar ...
Underworld Adventures
Punakaiki, West Coast
Join us on a magical journey of discovery in the awe-inspiring Ananui GlowWorm Caves with our award-winning Underworld R ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Dunedin City & Coastal Views Tour
Dunedin
Dunedin is known as the 'Edinburgh of the South'. It has some of the best preserved Victorian and Edwardian architecture ...
Glacier Explorer - 25minute Franz Josef Flight
Franz Josef, West Coast
This 25-minute flight includes Franz Josef Glacier Southern Alps Mt Ellie de Beaumount An included 10-minute snow ...
Nomad Safaris Lord of The Rings Tours - Queenstown
Queenstown
Explore the magical side of New Zealand and understand why this beautiful country was chosen to portray Middle-earth. Th ...
Nelson is even more beautiful from a helicopter!
Nelson
Grab the family or some friends for an awesome mountain adventure where you'll feel on top of the world! Fly over farml ...
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 ...
Doubtful Sound and Dusky Sound - Te Anau Helicopters
Te Anau, Fiordland
Special Features: Mountain peaks and waterfalls. Hidden alpine lakes. Aerial views of Lake Manapouri and the Manapo ...
Dolphin Eco Cruise
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Experience the spectacular natural beauty of the Bay of Islands and its abundant wildlife. Spot marine mammals in their ...
Ocean Adventure
Paihia, Northland
Experience the thrill of Ocean Adventure - the fastest boat to the Hole in the Rock on this 1.5hour experience.
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 ...
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 ...
Hop on Hop off Wine and Beer Tour Queenstown
Queenstown
The most reasonably priced wine tour in the region! The freedom to visit a variety of fantastic locations including; wi ...
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 ...
Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour- Tauranga
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Start your Evening Glowworm Tour at Waimarino alongside the Wairoa River. Enjoy delicious refreshments while watching th ...
Classic Wine Tour - Departs Queenstown daily (1.30pm to 5.00pm)
Queenstown
Be whisked away to Queenstown’s neighboring wine region, Gibbston, where you will spend the afternoon leisurely explor ...
Queenstown to Christchurch via Franz Josef 2 Day Tour
Queenstown
This tour combines the rugged beauty of New Zealand's West Coast with the tranquility of the Canterbury Plains, creating ...
Shackleton Whiskey Endurance - 50-minute Glacier Flight
Franz Josef, West Coast
About Savor a complimentary sampling of the renowned Shackleton Whiskey, inspired by the very spirit of endurance that ...
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 ...
Silver River Stargazing Tour
Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
Silver River™ Stargazing is Lake Tekapo’s leading small group stargazing tour. Large telescopes, small groups & ...
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. ...
Discover Milford Sound Helicopter Flight - Te Anau Helicopters
Te Anau, Fiordland
Special Features: Discover the most popular Fiord in New Zealand - Milford Sound. Aerial Views of Lake Te Anau, st ...
Riverhead Cruise
West Auckland, Auckland
Enjoy a relaxing cruise through Auckland's upper Waitemata Harbour on the Riverhead Cruise! Departing from Westhaven Ma ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Marlborough Hop on Hop off Wine and Beer Tour
Picton, Marlborough
Hop on and discover the Wonders of Marlborough: Wineries, Museums, Activities, Breweries, Shopping, Restaurants and more ...
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 ...
Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves - One Way Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
One day tour from Auckland to the beautiful Waitomo Glowworm Caves and geothermal wonderland of Rotorua (One way trip).
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
Franz Josef, West Coast
Join us for a Kayak or Scenic Cruise on Lake Mapourika taking in the panoramic views of the Southern Alps, Glaciers, and ...
Starlight Gourmet Kayak Tour - Rotorua
Rotorua
Glide across the lake to the stunning Manupirua Hot Pools, which are only accessible by water. Here you will enjoy a fre ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
Cathedral Cove & Coromandel Peninsular Small Group Day Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Our Coromandel Peninsula Highlights Tour is a small group, fully guided day trip that gives you real time to enjoy the a ...
Milford Sound Landing
Queenstown
Experience the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by air. Fly over the magnificent fiord, carved by ancient glaciers, famous f ...
From Cave to Coast Wellington City Highlights
Wellington City, Wellington
A 5-hour guided tour of both coastal Wellington and downtown highlights. Tour highlights include spectacular views at th ...
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 ...
The High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek
Queenstown
Mount up and begin the big hill climb which soon gives way to spectacular views of the surrounding mountains of the Crow ...
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 ...
Sunset Cruise. Fish & Chips optional
Hamilton & Waikato
Sunset Cruise with Option to order Fish n Chips for an additional $15. Bookings essential 3 hours prior to departure oth ...
KWIZINE TOUR - TASTES OF THE BAY OF PLENTY
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Pickup from/return to Port of Tauranga or local accommodation (Tauranga/Mt Maunganui/early Papamoa); Avocado orchard tou ...
Wild North West Mountain to Sea by private helicopter
Nelson
A flight of a lifetime covering the north-western tip of the South Island - two National Parks, an alpine lake, a remote ...
Extended Whale Watch Flight - 40 Minutes
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Take to the skies for a unique view on a whale-watching flight over Kaikoura. With a guaranteed window seat, all passeng ...
Bike The Wanaka And Hawea 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 ...
Tarawera Falls Volcanic Heli Hike
Rotorua
From lofty volcanic heights, to a magical waterfall, this extraordinary day out showcases a variety of scenery not found ...
Akaroa Ebike Guided Tours & Rentals
Akaroa, Canterbury
Akaroa's premium guided electric mountain bike tours & rentals give visitors the opportunity to explore Akaroa in th ...
Marlborough Molesworth Epic Cycle Tour
Christchurch, Canterbury
Explore the top of New Zealand's South Island by bike. The Marlborough Molesworth Epic is quite possibly the perfect cyc ...
Matakana Art & Wine Escape
North Auckland, Auckland
Explore Auckland’s countryside, where art meets winemaking. This day trip including return transfer from Auckland i ...
Scenic Trial Flight
Wanaka
A scenic trial flight is a short 20min, 30min, or 1 hour flight in a small aircraft with an experienced instructor at yo ...
Milford Sound Luxury Private tour with Boat cruise and Gourmet picnic lunch for up to 4 people
Queenstown
This full day Luxury experience ventures deep into the place Rudyard Kipling called, "the Eighth Wonder of the Worl ...
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 ...
Frequently Asked Questions about Scenic Tours & Excursions 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. Where is the best sailing in New Zealand?
The North Island offers many amazing sailing adventures lasting all day, or only a few hours. When sailing in the North Island, it is not uncommon to be greeted by dolphins or other familiar wildlife!
4. Where is the best cruises in New Zealand?
Milford Sound in fiordland is a stunning area for a cruise at any time of the year.
5. What is the best month to cruise New Zealand?
December, January and Feburary is when New Zealand is at its peak. It is the summer months that are the hottest and nicst time to be out on the water.
Scenic Tours and Excursions to See and Do in New Zealand
New Zealand is abundant with thrilling experiences from above. There's no better way to truly appreciate the beautiful New Zealand coastline and rolling hills than by booking a scenic flight or skydiving! Explore all the scenic flights available, from flying to Stewart Island to skydiving!
While seeing New Zealand from above is a worthwhile experience, if you’re scared of heights, there are many other options available. From diving, fishing and other water tours to Wine and food tours that range from including helicopters to cycle trails!
If you're visiting in winter, there is also a range of winter sports available. Adventurous activities include skiing and snowboarding. However, for a less adventurous evening, there are luxury spas and massages or even indoor tours.
The best places for Scenic Tours and Excursions in New Zealand
If you're looking for adventure activities in winter, then there are great places to go in the North and the South Island. Rotorua is a geothermal wonder. The geothermal activity makes Rotorua’s Hells Gate a great place to heat up in the colder seasons or on any colder days throughout the year! This scenic flight above the Mt Ruapehu vistas is something you can't miss on a beautiful winter day.
In the South Island, almost every major area will bring awesome winter activities for all friends and families! Abel Tasman and nelson are filled with fantastic flights that will be beautiful in both summer and winter. Wanaka, Queenstown and Canterbury are havens for the best scenic flights in winter and glacier landings!
Milford sound is located in Fiordland and offers fantastic views that are hard to look away from. Some cruises also provide heli tours, waterfalls, coach tours and kayaking!
If you're on the North Island, then there are many days of sailing trips to take that are both chilled-out, and adventurous!
If you're looking for a more adventurous alternative to sailing and cruises, then check out these activities like parasailing and jet boating!
