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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Scenic Tours & Excursions
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Christchurch Day Out:...
Discover the best of Canterbury on this day tour from Christchurch to Waipara Va ......
Castle Hill
Explore Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti and inland Canterbury from Christchurch. Food, ......
Mt Earnslaw Glacier
Discover Middle Earth on our flagship flight as we soar over a remote high-count ......
Bay of Islands Snorke...
We're the Bay of Islands' only dedicated snorkeling experience. Hop in for an ep ......
Milford, Lakes and Suther...
Experience the untouched paradise of Fiordland as we fly deep into the world-renowned nati ......
Mount Tarawera Guided Vol...
Discover the unique landscape and history of Mt Tarawera with a guided hike. Explore Rotor ......
Dunedin City & Coasta...
Dunedin is known as the 'Edinburgh of the South'. It has some of the best preserved Victor ......
Mount Tarawera Volcanic A...
Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular a ......
PRIVATE - Middle Earth Wa...
Explore exclusive locations by foot after you arrive in style and luxury.Your once in a li ......
Boutique Wine Tour (11am ...
Relax and be whisked away into the splendid wine country of Central Otago. Your wine guid ......
Queenstown to Mt Cook One...
Queenstown to Mt Cook Tour 1 way, this small group, fully-guided transfer allows you to tr ......
Horse Riding Trek & W...
Immerse yourself in Auckland’s stunning landscapes with a private tour combining scenic ......
Waimangu Valley Walk &...
Explore the natural wonders of the world's youngest geothermal system at Waimangu Volcanic ......
Get involved Discovery To...
Step back in time and discover what New Zealand use to look like with short walks through ......
Premium Milford Sound Tou...
Our small group, fully-guided day trip combines the amazing journey to Milford Sound with ......
Rotorua Escape
Day Trip to Rotorua to see the geyser, learn about the Maori history and other interesting sights
Meet our friendly alpacas...
Full of attitude, seriously cute and very, very photogenic – come and meet our friendly ......
Wine Tasting & Lunch...
We visit three (3) vineyards : offering some unique wine varieties only grown in Nort ......
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves D...
Discover the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a day trip from Auckland. Enjoy a scenic ......
From Cave to Coast Wellin...
A 5-hour guided tour of both coastal Wellington and downtown highlights. Tour highlights i ......
Sculptureum Experience - ...
Be inspired with a day trip to the acclaimed Sculptureum; a unique art destination that is ......
4.5hr // Hole in the Rock...
Embark on a captivating 4.5-hour cruise and island tour in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand ......
Kaikoura fishing tours
Kaikoura fishing tours offers crayfishing and fishing tours from 2 - 4 hours. All top qual ......
Waitomo Caves & Rotor...
Our Waitomo Caves & Rotorua fully guided day trip combines nature, Māori culture and ......
Cable Bay Adventure Park
The Cable Bay Adventure Park is Nelson's adventure playground and located less than 15 min ......
Classic Wine Tour - Depar...
Be whisked away to Queenstown’s neighboring wine region, Gibbston, where you will spend ......
Hobbiton & Rotorua In...
Our Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai O Tapu day trip combines two of the North Island top attractions.
Kiwi Spotting and Stargaz...
Just a short drive from Auckland, Tawharanui Regional Park offers an unforgettable evening ......
Nelson is even more beaut...
Grab the family or some friends for an awesome mountain adventure where you'll feel on top ......
Taupo Sailing Adventures
Experience the best way to explore Lake Taupo and choose the most environmentally friendly ......
Discover the beauties of ...
This Hawkes Bay tour is a specifically tuned tour to fit all cruise ships visiting this be ......
Bay Cruise
Enjoy the million dollar views from Lake Te Anau on our 1 hour Bay Cruise as Peter tells y ......
Stevensons Is Cruise &...
Take a luxury catamaran to discover Stevensons Island on Lake Wanaka with a 2 hour small g ......
Milford Sound Flyover
Experience the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by air. Fly over the magnificent fiord, carved ......
Rotorua Highlights inc Te...
Experience nature & Māori culture in our Rotorua Highlights tour which includes guide ......
Mount Victoria Magic Guid...
Our Takarunga/Mount Victoria segway tour is the best way to see the sights while having of ......
Lord of the Rungs Waterfa...
Now is your chance to climb a waterfall. Level 1 is our shortest and easiest climb option. ......
Glenorchy Kiwi Special To...
Come along with Queenstown Expeditions as we take you on our Glenorchy Kiwi Special tour o ......
Abel Tasman Experience wi...
Depart from our heli-base at Nelson Airport in a private helicopter for up to 3 people. Fo ......
Queenstown to Christchurc...
Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook, this one way, small group, fully-guided day tour c ......
Private Luxury Cloudy Bay...
Immerse yourself in Central Otago's proud heritage as one of the world's finest winemaking ......
Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-...
You won't believe your eyes when you Fly from Wanaka across the Southern Alps to Milford S ......
Mt Cook Supreme - 60-minu...
About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join ......
Waiheke Island Double Hea...
Experience the twin headlands of Matiatia and Church Bay, walking in a small group with an ......
Bay of Many Coves Heli-lu...
Fly to the Marlborough Sounds to Bay of Many Coves Resort. Discover world-class cuisine, b ......
Waiheke Island Ziplining ...
Join us for our award-winning, zipline and native forest experience featuring a Waiheke Is ......
Cathedral Cove & Coro...
Our Coromandel Peninsula Highlights Tour is a small group, fully guided day trip that give ......
Central Otago Heli Gold W...
Enjoy an all-day tour of Central Otago’s stunning vineyards by Helicopter and Jeep Wrang ......
Christchurch City Scenic ...
A 20 minute flight over Christchurch City the picturesque harbour of Lyttelton and stunnin ......
Off Road Adventure Tour
The name speaks for itself, experience the thrill of riding our unique 2-seater quad bikes ......
Riverhead Cruise
Enjoy a relaxing cruise through Auckland's upper Waitemata Harbour on the Riverhead Cruise ......
Matakana Art & Wine E...
Explore Auckland’s countryside, where art meets winemaking. This day trip including r ......
Sutherland Falls Scenic F...
Special Features: Sights of the iconic scenic views Milford Sound is known for. Aerial ......
Trails of Middle Earth
Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again! We’ll take you to the original ......
Wellington Foodie Delight...
Savour the fabulous tastes and sights of the stunning capital city of New Zealand – Well ......
White Island/ Mount Taraw...
Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White ......
Wellington Bike Rental Hu...
Centrally located on the Wellington Waterfront we've got you covered for a bike adventure! ......
Mitre Peak Scenic Helicop...
Special Features: Sights of the iconic scenic views Milford Sound is known for. Stunning photo opportunities.
Auckland Bioluminescence ...
Set off on an enchanting adventure with Social Nature Movement's bioluminescence kayak tou ......
Premium Wine Tour
Best Wine Tasting Tour in Waiheke, New Zealand. We have worked hard to make sure our wine ......
Waiheke Island Cultural E...
Experience Waiheke Island from a Māori perspective. Enjoy stunning sea views over the Hau ......
Auckland Harbour Sailing ...
Sail where the wind takes us and take in Auckland’s city highlights on our relaxed 1.5 hour harbour sailing experience.
The Sea Kayak Excursion
Explore New Zealand's ancient coastline on this boutique guided sea kayak excursion. Enjoy ......
Auckland to Rotorua via W...
One day tour from Auckland to the beautiful Waitomo Glowworm Caves and geothermal wonderland of Rotorua (One way trip).
Marlborough Molesworth Ep...
Explore the top of New Zealand's South Island by bike. The Marlborough Molesworth Epic is ......
West Coast Treetop Walk &...
Treetop Walkway Adventure If you find yourself wondering what there is to do in New Zeala ......
Happy Hour Cruise
Relax with a glass of local wine or beer and bask in the evening light on a 1-hour happy h ......
West Coast Discovery Tour
Experience the rugged beauty of Auckland's west coast on this discovery tour. Visit the ic ......
Kaikōura Ziplining &...
Set amongst native bush on a working farm just 15 minutes south of Kaikōura township, Eco ......
Rotorua Canopy Tours Zipl...
Voted TripAdvisor’s #1 Nature Activity on the planet, Rotorua Canopy Tours is an unforge ......
The Ultimate Luxury Hop o...
Experience Queenstown's finest wineries, breweries, and wonders in luxury with Queenstown' ......
Duder Regional Park Walki...
Duder Regional Park, on New Zealand's North Island, offers guided walking tours through 14 ......
Auckland City Discovery T...
Explore Auckland on a half-day city tour featuring top attractions like Mission Bay, One T ......
Sustainable sailing to th...
Step aboard, explore Lake Taupō, and discover its natural beauty and hidden wonders with ......
Glacier Landing
Explore hidden alpine lakes and cascading waterfalls as we head deep into the rugged glaci ......
Kāpiti Coast Foodie Tour
Come experience the best tastes of the Kāpiti Coast! Enjoy a guided private full-day F ......
Hobbiton Tours
FlexiToursNZ runs small group tours in the North Island from either Auckland or Rotorua. ......
Hobbiton Express Tour fro...
This small group tour is an easy day trip from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set. The day i ......
City Highlights, Larnach ...
For those people looking for a tour in Dunedin we here at Tourworks NZ would love to have ......
Kaikōura Helicopters - C...
Lift off from our beachfront helipad and within minutes you will be in the spectacular env ......
Local Explorer Scenic Fli...
Immerse yourself in a journey that captures the essence of New Zealand’s natural grandeur and untamed landscapes.
Kahu Kayaks Guided Tours
Kahu Kayaks' guided kayaking tours in the Abel Tasman offer a taste of adventure, serenity ......
A FUN Family Segway Exper...
Looking for new Auckland activities for families that both adults and children will enjoy? ......
Ultimate Lake Dunstan Tra...
Experience one of NZ's Official Great Rides - 42km of purpose built trail. E-bike from Cro ......
Gibbston Valley Half Day ...
Our Gibbston Valley tour is an awesome introduction to the sport of canyoning and suitable ......
Orakei Korako Geothermal ...
Orakei Korako (also know as 'The Hidden Valley') is a highly active geothermal area situat ......
Dusky Sound Scenic Flight...
Special Features: Aerial mountain and lake views on the way to Dusky Sound. Breathe in t ......
Waiheke Island Vineyards ...
This spectacular walk has a little bit of everything – bush, beach, headlands and vineya ......
Pilot Choice - 35-minute ...
About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join ......
Abel Tasman Experience wi...
One of our most popular helicopter tours - and for very good reasons! From our convenient ......
Rock Climbing Tour- Chris...
Spend a day at one of Christchurch's most spectacular rock climbing areas - If you’re en ......
Dolphin & Wildlife Ec...
Watch dolphins swimming up close as you explore our big blue backyard! Enjoying an amazing ......
The High Country Pub Trai...
Mount up and begin the big hill climb which soon gives way to spectacular views of the sur ......
Evening Glowworm Kayak To...
Start your Evening Glowworm Tour at Waimarino alongside the Wairoa River. Enjoy delicious ......
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves &...
Experience the best of Rotorua's geothermal wonders and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one incr ......
Full Day Guided Walk and ...
Our top-notch guided 1-day walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano within 30 minutes of Christchurch.
Limestone Express Kayak T...
This boutique guided tour takes you straight into the heart of the famous Limestone Coast ......
Albatross Encounter
Kaikoura is renowned worldwide as a seabird hot spot and is one of the best places in the ......
Dolphin & Wildlife Cr...
Watch dolphins swimming up close as you explore our big blue backyard!
Cathedral Cove Glass Bott...
Approximately 2hrs scenic and marine viewing tour. Visit Cathedral Cove, sea caves and vol ......
Milford Sound Cruise
Join Pure Milford for the scenic cruise of a lifetime. Our famously friendly skipper and ......
Mount Tarawera Volcanic L...
Fly to and land on the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory. Stan ......
Bay Ride
Learn to ride and go for a glide. The 1hr Bay Ride can fit into any schedule for an experi ......
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!
