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From the fun flow trails to adrenaline fuelled technical descents, our trail network is suitable for everyone. Take advantage of our onsite rental fleet and hire a bike. Looking to improve your riding? Take a lesson or two from one of our qualified and professional instructors.

This flight takes you past the Hochstetter Icefall on Aoraki/Mt Cook and the upper Tasman Glacier before a thrilling alpine landing in the snow. You’ll fly home through the remote Burnett Mountains with the expansive and arid Mackenzie Basin below you. Trip Duration - 40 minutes.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Aoraki/Mt Cook and the stunning glaciers of Tasman, Fox, and Franz on a 45-minute ski plane flight. From Mt Cook Airport, 5 minutes from the village, this aerial adventure showcases the region’s iconic landscapes. Soar around Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak at 12,349 feet, you’ll witness the spectacular Tasman Glacier, the longest glacier in the country, along with the stunning Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers on the West Coast. The flight also takes you through the picturesque Hooker Valley before returning to the Tasman Valley. This unforgettable journey captures the essence of New Zealand’s natural beauty, making it a must-do for any visitor...

Combine the excitement of walking on a remote part of New Zealand's biggest glacier with the thrill of breathtaking scenic helicopter flight and spectacular views of New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook. Fly in either by helicopter or ski plane past Aoraki/Mt Cook. Go high alpine snowshoeing in a snowy white wilderness at over 2100m with your professional guide. Try an adrenaline-pumping ice climb in the heart of the Tasman Glacier. After a thrilling helicopter flight to the best ice climbing location, our expert guides will quickly teach you how to master basic crampon and ice axe techniques. All of our guides are certified through the internationally recognised New Zealand...

Highlights: Mt Cook & Aoraki National Park, Tasman Glacier heli hike, Lake Pukaki, Kawarau Gorge, Lindis Pass and the Southern Alps and high country salmon. Mt Cook Tour & Heli Hike Combo, this small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights of Aoraki Mt Cook with an incredible Heli Hike on Tasman Glacier including two scenic helicopter flights. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.

Highlights: Mt Cook & Aoraki National Park, Scenic Helicopter & Ski Plane Experience including glacier landing, Lake Pukaki, Kawarau Gorge, Lindis Pass and the Southern Alps, high country salmon and free time for activities. Mt Cook Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience, this small group, fully guided day trip combines all of the key highlights of Mt Cook with scenic flights in a helicopter and a skiplane including a Tasman Glacier landing plus free time to do other optional activities of your choice. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with...

Discover Mt Hutt, one of the South Island’s largest & highest ski areas, just 35 minutes from Methven. With 365 hectares of skiable terrain & towering at 2086m, it delivers an unmatched big mountain experience for all ages and abilities. Enjoy wide-open slopes, from gentle runs for beginners to thrilling terrain for seasoned pros. Mt Hutt features New Zealand’s first high-speed eight-seater lift, a high-speed six-seater and a triple chair. Family packages & convenient on-mountain rentals make your visit easy. With breathtaking views & a relaxed Kiwi vibe, Mt Hutt offers something for everyone. Whether you’re here for adventure or just soaking up the scenery, Mt Hutt’s friendly atmosphere...

Your adventure begins in Queenstown, where your guide sets the stage and points out top sights as you journey through Kawarau Gorge, passing the iconic suspension bridge and the Roaring Meg Lookout. Travel through the picturesque Cromwell wine region and ascend Lindis Pass for breathtaking valley views. Stop in Omarama for a break and to sample a renowned creamy chicken pie. As you approach Aoraki National Park, Lake Pukaki reveals its stunning blue hues framed by the Southern Alps, perfect for photos. The highlight is a Tasman Glacier Heli Hike, where you’ll fly to a remote glacier drop-off, explore stunning ice formations, and learn from expert guides using techniques passed down from New...

Enjoy a helicopter flight to one of our region’s world-renowned wineries to enjoy beautiful food and award-winning wines in the magnificent locations of North Canterbury. Wineries to choose from: Greystone Winery is a 100% certified organic with BioGro. True fine wines are temporal, each vintage a fleeting snapshot of a place in time. Includes four courses with five paired wine tasting or Black Estate Winery. Enjoy wines served alongside organic, biodynamic & spray-free produce grown and fished locally and cooked with care.

From Christchurch, the itinerary takes you to Mt White Station where we have exclusive access to the private high country station set deep in the Southern Alps. From here we'll journey to the Ashburton lakes area, which has the most stunning winter landscapes, everything from high mountain views, alpine lakes, and beautiful rivers to elegantly placed trees in the landscape. Our last leg will be to Aoraki Mt Cook. Here we will be staying at the luxurious Hermitage, and will explore the National Park which contains our iconic highest peak. Highlights include braided rivers, snow-covered Southern Alps, frosty high country landscapes, Lakes Heron and Clearwater and Aoraki, Mt Cook National Park.

With twinkling star lights and your choice of scent flowing into a steamy Arabian inspired room, this 45-minute treatment is the perfect way for 2 to 4 people to relax in a private setting. Self apply NZ Glacial Clay as a face and body mask throughout the treatment to cleanse and exfoliate your skin. Relax in the aromatic steam for 45 minutes before a gentle tropical shower cleanses the clay from your body to complete the treatment. $69pp (min 2 - max 4 guests). Bookings are recommended.

Explore the stars of Matariki in our ana (cave), gently flow in our lazy river, take a leap of faith from Jump Point, dare yourself to a cold plunge, or simply sit back and soak in the views from our observation lagoon. Located in Methven, Mid-Canterbury, Discovery has something for everyone. Pool temperatures range from 36 – 37 degrees C. Book a 2hr or 4hr session at a time that best suits you.

An adult-exclusive bathing experience complete with a swim up bar where you can enjoy a drink or two and savour local fare. As a Tranquility guest you also receive access to the Discovery Pools when they are in session to enjoy different pool temperatures. Please note that during 8pm sessions our Discovery Pools are closed. Tranquility pool temperatures are 38 degrees C. Experience includes complimentary robe and towel upon entry. Book a 2hr or 4hr session at a time that best suits you - bookings in advance are highly recommended.

As New Zealand’s original Great Ride and the trail that inspired the NZ Cycle Trail network, the 150km Otago Central Rail Trail follows a historic railway from Clyde to Middlemarch. The trail delves deep into the heart of Central Otago as it winds its way through the vast rocky landscapes, spectacular gorges, railway tunnels, viaducts, and preserved gold mining settlements. Experience this iconic trail on our itineraries: Otago Rail Trail Classic 5-day Tour, Lake Dunstan & Otago Central Rail Trail 5-day Tour, South Island by Bike 8-day Tour or South Island Triple Trail 15-day Tour. Book online or talk to our team today.

This tour begins with a drive up the Port Hills through Cashmere to the Sign of the Takahe. We then proceed to the Sign of the Kiwi for stunning views of Christchurch and Lyttelton Harbour. After stopping for morning tea at the Sign of the Bellbird, we reach Gebbie’s Pass. Our walk starts at Gebbie’s Pass, going through open farmland and pine forests. After 45 minutes, we emerge into tussock grasslands with panoramic views of Lyttelton Harbour and Quail Island, passing the “Remarkable Dykes” before arriving at the historic Packhorse Hut for a picnic lunch. After exploring the area and taking photos, we head back to Gebbie’s Pass via the scenic coastal road, passing through Governors Bay...

Only an hour and half away from Christchurch is Akaroa & the departure of our package tour to spend a night in the tranquil bay of Pohatu. Our guides drive you to and from the bay by comfortable 4WD vans. You get plenty of free time to swim, explore or relax in our beautiful area with plenty to see and do. Get a free evening penguin tour in season to learn about the White Flippered penguin and the conservation to preserve penguins & other species. The next morning you have the possibility to kayak & discover the wildlife in the sheltered bay and the spectacular outer coast of Pohatu Marine Reserve. Our accommodations includes full cooking and eating facilities, all bedding, linen and...

By 4WD mini-van & with many photo-stops en route, view Akaroa Harbour in its entirety, stand on crater rim at our 700m view point & learn about the history of this beautiful area by local guides who have lived here for up to 5 generations. Visit Pohatu Bay on the outercoast, panoramic views all the way down, working sheep farm & penguin colony. Get great photos of our friendly pet sheep which you can also feed by hand for a real kiwi experience. Then come with us as we monitor penguin nesting sites (only in season) & learn of the conservation work we do in the largest colony of Little Penguins on mainland New Zealand. Other native species are seen on the tour so great option for the keen...

After a scenic 4WD van trip over the 2nd highest pass on Banks Peninsula to Pohatu Marine Reserve our large fleet of safe stable doubles and some singles will give you the opportunity to enjoy this beautiful location in a way that only kayaking can allow. You will be taken on a wildlife adventure to find various seabirds, see curious New Zealand fur seals with pups playing in rocks pools, Little penguins and possibly even spot the world's smallest dolphin gliding under your kayak. There is much to see and explore, even the inexperienced can enjoy under the guidance of our experienced knowledgeable guides. On very calm days, deep sea-caves can be explored and for the more fit the wild...

Perfect option for those who have a good level of fitness and wish to spend more time in Pohatu Bay natural environment. Departure in Akaroa by our booking office, be transported by 4WD mini-van to the beginning of a 3 hours hiking trail (regular to relaxed pace). With a map and instructions from your guide you will, at your leisure, walk down part of the famous Banks Track through ancient red beech tree forest and tree ferns to Pohatu Bay. Along the way discover many waterfalls and listen to native bird songs and visit the prehistoric forest of Tutakakahikura Scenic Reserve with trees over 400 years old. Once arrived at the Bay you have access to a fully equipped kitchen and bathroom...

Our Nature safari offers stunning views of Akaroa Harbour, the outer coast, the endless Pacific Ocean, farm land, forested hillsides and scenic reserves. Visit the prehistoric forest of Tutakakahikura reserve and the spectacular cliff-tops of Akaroa Heads Lighthouse Reserve. After complimentary afternoon tea you will be greeted by sheep that you can feed by hand for a real kiwi experience. Learn about the inspiring self funded conservation effort that saved the penguins from extinction from the area. In season see White-Flippered Penguins up close as we monitor nesting sites and from December to February you might even be able to witness rehabilitation programme as Pohatu Penguins have a...