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Designed by women, specifically for women, this cycling tour is famous for its variety in landscapes, views and terrain. From riding relaxing 4WD tracks along stunning lake shores, to challenging uphill trails and the thrill of sweeping descents - this tour has it all. With countless points of interest, photo opportunities and the feeling of being on a true journey from one point to another, the end of a trip will never feel as sweet as seeing that ocean appear on the horizon and dipping your toe in the water to celebrate. Leave all the logistics, transport and accommodation to us, as we use our 25 years experience to make this trip easy, fun and safe for you to complete. We can't wait to...

We have picked the best of the Otago cycle trails - we ride the best section of the Otago Rail Trail, the Clyde to Alex River Trail, plus the Roxburgh Gorge and Clutha Gold Trails. Let us worry about all the logistics, gear, meal planning, transport and accommodation while you enjoy the most scenic downhills, the most spectacular gorges, and the most dramatic landscapes. Do all this with the comfort and ease of an Ebike and in fun and supportive female company. Sidetracks has been operating for over 25 years and we are proud to have thousands of happy customers hike and bike with us in beautiful Aotearoa. Great value for money, well organised, and lots of fun. Come join us.

You will love having your guide take care of all the driving and logistics on this stunning trip. Take in all the wild views and adventures the West Coast of New Zealand is world famous for, without the organisational stress. We make sure you never miss a photo opportunity and enjoy every minute of riding as you pass through unbelievable scenery, along waterfalls and wild coast lines and deep into the lush rainforest. This tour now includes an opportunity to cycle the new Kawatiri Cycle Trail near Westport. And have we mentioned the unique Tree Top Walk yet? Guess who will have the best stories and holiday snaps to share soon? Yes, you.

Christchurch is where we live, and we love to show it off. Let us take you on what many consider the best hidden treasure and wilderness track in New Zealand. We start with a stunning harbour cruise and then take to the rugged hills. This track has something for everyone, and for every fitness level. Enjoy the many side tracks, photo stops and all the cosy, comfortable and quirky huts along the way. Your guide is there to take the load off and make sure you don’t miss a thing, so you can escape it all and have a true kiwi wilderness experience. 4 days/ Moderate/ Luggage Transport.

This track is sure to surprise and delight you like no other. With our private access, your view is never crowded and you can truly get away from it all. Escape, recharge, let us take care of the details and be ready to have a true kiwi high country experience. Moderate fitness is required on this track, however your luggage will be transported for you and you can walk on your own terms and at your own pace. Despite the remoteness, evenings are spent in comfort in purpose built huts with hot showers and flushing toilets and one of our great evening meals will soon bring everyone together. At night, the starry skies let us truly appreciate the breathtaking expanse and wonder of our NZ...

Enjoy a few days away on one of Aotearoa’s best private walkways, the beautiful Kaikoura Coast Track. But first you have the opportunity to choose from a range of optional activities to immerse yourself in local wildlife encounters. Once on the track we will encounter a diverse range of landscapes – from beach to farmland, native bush to stunning hilltop views. Think breath-taking nature, delicious food, great company and all logistics taken care of. And you don’t have to carry a heavy pack either. Join your knowledgeable guide and a small group of fellow nature-loving women and enjoy some coastal bliss. We have set the dates so you can also easily combine this tour with our other hiking...

This exciting 8-day hiking tour starts in Christchurch and includes two days of hiking bliss along the stunning Kaikoura Coast including rolling farmland, native bush and picturesque gorges. And of course, we enjoy the views of the nearby Kaikoura Mountains as well as the resident sea life encounters. From here we head to the remote Nydia Track in the Marlborough Sounds with its lush coastal and regenerating forest for two days. We enjoy beautiful scenery, great hiking trails and the comfort of a retreat. We finish off with a stunning day walk in Nelson Lakes National Park before we farewell you in Christchurch. Experience unique accommodation (have you slept in a yurt before?), hiking in...

Explore the Tasman’s blue ice grottos, natural caves, and incredible formations, then link turns down New Zealand’s two longest ski runs. Skiing the Tasman Glacier is a classic Kiwi snow adventure, guided by Alpine Guides since the 1970s. We are Mount Cook's original and most experienced mountain and ski guiding company. Nobody knows the area better than us. Ordinary skiers can ski the extraordinary Tasman Glacier. Each line is a perfect green to blue grade ski run. The pace is relaxed, with plenty of time to take photos. We use helicopters to land at 2500 metres, for a 1000 metre descent. You get 2 runs of 8 to 10 km long. It’s ideal for intermediate or first-time off-piste skiers. Small...

Why hang up your hiking boots in winter? What better way to escape the city than to strap on some snowshoes and explore our high country on snowshoes. Go with a guide, who will lead you along ridges, up peaks for grand views of the Southern Alps and along giggling mountain streams, decorated with amazing ice formations. Each day the refreshment of the exercise is capped off with relaxation beside a warm fire in a cosy mountain hut, with meals cooked for you. Don't let winter hibernation take over - get out and experience the wonder of a white wilderness transformed by snow. Gear included.

South Island Adventure Fly Fishing provides affordable and very memorable fly fishing trips/tours to exciting and very scenic trout fishing locations in the beautiful Canterbury and Westland regions of New Zealand's South Island. All of our fly fishing is close quarters and very visually focused, as we target medium to large Brown and Rainbow Trout from 2.5lb - 10lb+ in very scenic river, stream and still-water locations. We always aim to provide the client with the trip of a life time, with every aspect of their preferences for scenery, wildlife encounters and fish species/size all taken into consideration when planning and executing their trip. Member of the NZ Professional Fishing...

Our tour offers an exhilarating motorcycle adventure ride of approximately 2500 kilometres around the South Island of New Zealand. You’ll experience a diverse range of tarmac riding, including a dash of backcountry adventure. The tour includes visits to popular tourist destinations, including Queenstown, an epic boat ride through Milford Sounds, as well as a unique overnight farm visit complete with a bonfire and BBQ. Our pre planned routes have been carefully selected, to give you the best riding and scenic experiences. Luxury accommodation and meals, all while led by our professional and passionate local guides. Experience New Zealand like never before with Rideabikenz.

It pleases us to introduce our range of exclusive small-group overnight and multi-day scenic tours. With a range of expertly prepared and carefully curated overnight, three day, and five to seven days duration tours, our scenic tours span the South Island of New Zealand, and have something for everyone. We can also provide photography tuition in addition to the tour itself at no extra fee. For the landscape and nature lover, we will take you to the place you need to be, often off the beaten path. Each tour is designed especially for small private groups of two to six guests and are all inclusive; everything needed for that tour is included in the price: All accommodation, meals,...

Southern Fiordland is only accessible by sea, making it some of the most remote areas of New Zealand's mainland. Waterfalls, streams, rivers & fiords are enveloped with misty veils that come and go, revealing steep gradients of mountain peaks & sheltered valleys. A rugged terrain, the thickly forested floors are covered with ferns, lichens and mosses while the calm waters are home to Bottlenose Dolphins, Fiordland Crested Penguins & New Zealand Fur Seals. Captain Cook & his crew were the first Europeans to visit, landing here in 1773 & subsequently spending five weeks in Dusky Sound. Cook's records of his discovery and maps would attract sealers & whalers not long after, who would go on to...

Southern Wanderer Scenic Cruises is a 100% local family owned/operated boating business. We have lived in Akaroa for 40 years & are dedicated to sharing our favourite places with you - knowledge & stories about this special place that we call home. Our vessel is safe, fast & comfortable, allowing us to get down the harbour quickly to spend more time with the wildlife in the marine reserve & beyond. Our trips pass historic sites of national significance & you will see native flora & fauna, often penguins, albatrosses, palm trees - whatever finds us out there in their wild & natural habitats. We visit places where the volcanic formation of the peninsula is vividly displayed. Enquire for...

Long before New Zealand became a popular filming location for movies such as Lord of the Rings or X-Men Southern World was in the business of creating blockbuster vacations for travelers wishing to experience the best of what New Zealand had to offer. When you deal with Southern World you are dealing with experts. We are passionate about New Zealand and take great pride in delivering client satisfaction. We can create the ideal itinerary to suit your budget, interests and travel style. Southern World do not run regular tours we work with each individual client to come up with their own personal travel itinerary, no two clients are the same. Contact us today to see how we can...

Learn the art of layer cakes and piping. You will make your own 15cm 4-layer chocolate cake, with dark chocolate ganache & beautiful piping. Dhi will assist you throughout the process as your make and decorate your cake, and then you will take it with you afterwards to eat and enjoy.

Located in the gold level Aoraki International Dark Sky Reserve, Pukaki Observatory and Wine Cellar is perfectly located to explore one of the darkest skies in the world. The observatory is well equipped with a 9" reflector telescope. You can take a closer look at far away objects such as Saturn, Jupiter and its moons, clusters, nebula and constellations. We specialise is small group stargazing experiences. The observatory is adjacent to our underground wine cellar. Your experience includes a welcome drink and an introduction to the Dark Sky in the wine cellar before moving into the observatory. If you have a Canon or Nikon DSLR camera, bring this along for amazing deep space...

Nestled between the mountains and the sea, Kaikōura has some of the darkest skies in New Zealand. This unique setting allows our local astronomers to lead you on a captivating stargazing adventure using state-of-the-art astronomy equipment, including a laser pointer for highlighting naked-eye objects & teaching star navigation. You’ll also have the chance to delve deeper into the wonders of space using incredible telescopes, all while listening to fascinating stories about the history of the cosmos & asking any questions you’ve ever had about the universe. Whether you’re an astrophysicist or simply enjoy gazing at the stars, our stargazing experiences have something for everyone. Get in...

Location - Mackenzie Country In the heart of the South Island, within a three to four-hour drive from Christchurch, you will have breath-taking views of mountains (Aoraki Mt Cook), glaciers, lakes and braided rivers. Extraordinary skiing for a range of skiing abilities can be found on a local glacier, reached only by ski plane or helicopter and accompanied by a guide. If you are looking for something a little closer to Christchurch and not so extravagant, stay in Lake Tekapo Village, visit the Earth & Sky Stargazing at night and ski Roundhill by day - the family-friendly place to ski. Tour Duration: Allow a minimum of two days.

A visit to Stoddart Cottage is an essential part of an enjoyable day out in Diamond Harbour, a small settlement on sun-drenched cliffs overlooking Lyttelton Harbour. You can drive to Diamond Harbour or use public transport catching No. 28 Bus from Christchurch to Lyttelton which connects with the Black Cat ferry to cross the harbour. You will find Stoddart Cottage after a short walk up from the wharf. Beautifully-sited Stoddart Cottage is the oldest colonial dwelling in Diamond Harbour and birthplace of impressionist painter Margaret Olrogg Stoddart (1865-1934). Art exhibitions change each month: painting, ceramics, textile art or photography. The gallery is staffed by friendly...