Optional Excursions
Below is a selection of recommended excursions to give you a taste of the many 'things to do' around New Zealand from active pursuits to relaxing experiences. Contact our expert team to find out how these can be added to your holiday itinerary.
Prices are shown as a guideline only and are subject to change depending on exchange rates.
The following excursions are available :
AUCKLAND CITY HIGHLIGHTS & SKY TOWER TOUR
| Region: | Auckland |
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| Duration: | 3 hours |
| Price: | £45 per person |
| Departures: | 09.15 (hotel pick up from 08:10) |
Join a morning tour of the city featuring Mt Eden viewpoint, Auckland War Memorial Museum, urban beaches, the Harbour Bridge and popular dining and shopping villages. After the tour you will be transferred to Auckland's most prominent landmark, the Sky Tower, the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere, where you will access the main viewing platform, enjoying breathtaking city views 186 metres above sea level.
DART RIVER WILDERNESS SAFARI, QUEENSTOWN
| Region: | Southern Lakes |
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| Duration: | 6 hours |
| Price: | £97 per person |
| Departures: | 08.00 & 12.00 daily |
DOUBTFUL SOUND OVERNIGHT CRUISE, TE ANAU
| Region: | Southern Lakes |
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| Duration: | 1 night / 2 days |
| Price: | £250 per person (private cabin) |
| Departures: | 11.30 daily (return 12.45 next day) |
Qualmark endorsed visitor activity
Travel by coach to Lake Manapouri, then cruise across the crystal waters of the lake. Continue by coach over Wilmot Pass through dense rainforest. At Deep Cove board the Fiordland Navigator for a leisurely exploration of Doubtful Sound. The vessel has spacious deck areas offering stunning views of waterfalls, abundant wildlife, rainforest and mountains and in late afternoon it anchors in a secluded spot where a 3-course buffet evening meal is served. Optional excursions by kayak or tender vessels are available at no extra cost. The following morning enjoy breakfast and further cruising before returning to Te Anau.
FAREWELL SPIT ECO TOUR, GOLDEN BAY
| Region: | Nelson and Marlborough |
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| Duration: | 6 hours, 30 minutes |
| Price: | £66 per person |
| Departures: | daily on request subject to weather and tides |
Qualmark endorsed visitor activity
Farewell Spit, the northernmost point of the South Island, has been a sanctuary since the 1930's and is home to over 90 species of bird, most importantly, waders. The tidal range is huge - at low tide over 9 km of sand flats sweep out to the clear blue waters of Golden Bay allowing you to see many of the waders feeding. At the Farewell Spit lighthouse there is time to explore around the historic buildings and enjoy the refreshments provided in the century old lighthouse keeper's residence. Departures from Collingwood.
GUIDED GLACIER WALK, FRANZ JOSEF
| Region: | West Coast |
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| Duration: | 4.5 hours |
| Price: | £51 per person |
| Departures: | 08.45, 10.30, 12.30 & 3.00 |
Qualmark endorsed visitor activity
GUIDED MULTI-DAY HIKES
| Region: | Nelson and Marlborough |
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This region boasts two of the most renowned walking tracks in New Zealand. One of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in New Zealand, the world famous Abel Tasman Coast Track reveals hidden estuaries, idyllic golden sand beaches, castaway islands and forested headlands, which provide a superb location for this 3 or 5 day walking trip. The Queen Charlotte Track is a 67km route that winds through the magical landscapes of the Marlborough Sounds. This 4 or 5 day guided trek is renowned for its stunning coastal views, historical landmarks and variety of native bush and wildlife.
HOT AIR BALLOONING, CANTERBURY PLAINS
| Region: | Christchurch Canterbury |
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| Duration: | 4-5 hours |
| Price: | £167 per person |
| Departures: | daily at sunrise |
Take a breathtaking flight on a hot air balloon at sunrise over the plains surrounding Christchurch. Help prepare the balloon for flight then get on board with the expert pilot and glide across the skies. Toast the landing with a glass of champagne. Flights are weather dependent.
KIWI DUNDEE NATURE & COAST ADVENTURE, COROMANDEL
| Region: | Pacific Coast |
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| Duration: | 8 hours |
| Price: | £110 per person |
| Departures: | 09.00 |
Join a personalised guided walk on the Coromandel escorted by a naturalist guide. Walk along quiet native bush trails and learn about the local wildlife, flora and fauna, as well as the region’s fascinating history. A half day option is also available. Lunch is Included.
MAORI HANGI & CONCERT, ROTORUA
| Region: | Thermal Explorer |
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| Duration: | 3 hours |
| Price: | £51 per person |
| Departures: | 18.15 |
An evening at Mitai will give you an authentic introduction to Maori culture leaving you amazed and in awe. Be enthralled by the natural bush setting, see warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe (waka) down the Wai-o-whiro stream, and don’t miss your only opportunity in the Rotorua area to see glow worms in their natural habitat.
MILFORD SOUND NATURE CRUISE, QUEENSTOWN
| Region: | Southern Lakes |
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| Duration: | 13 hours |
| Price: | £110 per person |
| Departures: | 07.30 daily |
Qualmark endorsed visitor activity
Travel by luxury coach on an unforgettable journey from Queenstown into Milford Sound – a region comprising dense rainforest, lakes and waterfalls cascading from rugged mountain peaks. Travel through the Southern Alps via the Homer Tunnel and upon arrival at Milford Sound, board your vessel for a spectacular Nature Cruise the full length of the fiord. Nature cruises have a relaxed and flexible itinerary that allows plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and wildlife and have a special appeal for the independent traveller. An on board nature guide with specialist knowledge of the region's history and flora and fauna. Lunch options and complimentary tea and coffee are available on all vessels. Following the cruise return to Queenstown by luxury coach. Suitable for all ages.
This tour is also available as a Coach-Nature Cruise-Fly option - please contact our team for further details.
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