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Enjoy the beautiful views and scenery on the way by passing through Governor’s Bay, Gebbies Pass, Lake Ellesmere (Te Waihora), and Little River. Spend your full day that includes return transportation. Look for bird life, including Hector’s dolphins, the world’s smallest oceanic dolphin, New Zealand fur seals, blue penguins, yellow-eyed penguins and other wildlife during the Akaroa Nature Cruise and get great views of the volcanic cliffs and remote sea caves.

Nestled in Takamatua Valley, the organic, family-owned vineyard is located on the north facing slopes of the lush hills of Banks Peninsula overlooking Takamatua Bay. We produce the highest quality grapes with every aspect of our growing and planting dedicated to the environment, using sustainable farming techniques. We believe that our fruit makes superior wines. We are focused on creating extraordinary age-worthy wines that express the unique characteristics of the fruit from Takamatua Valley. The rugged terrior of our vineyard produces wines with great intensity and finesse. Enjoy.

This treasured natural wonderland, its wildlife, conservation and history inspired our dream for responsible travel with its endless possibilities exploring remote shores, coves inlets and waterways. Established in 1952, Fiordland National Park is now over 1.2 million hectares in size and rightly famous for its epic, grand scale scenery, untamed wilderness and unique wildlife including Bottlenose Dolphins, Fiordland Crested Penguins and New Zealand Fur Seals.

Master your cameras manual settings in the field, learn about star tracking, as well as how to identify & frame up some of the most beautiful & fascinating regions of the night sky. There is no better place in the world to learn Astrophotography than Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Astrophotography tours are up to 3 hours long and can be tailored for private groups or individuals. The tour includes learning about camera equipment & settings, night sky targets, Astrophotography fundamentals, and Deep Sky Astrophotography using star tracking for longer exposures at long focal lengths. Tours can be held at various scenic locations throughout the Mackenzie region or on...

Avoid the crowds and experience something truly special by booking an astronomy experience that comes to you. Gather your friends or family and enjoy your own private tour from your billion-star accommodation in Lake Tekapo, with the only fully mobile astronomy tour provider in the region. Wrap up warm and prepare to scope out the night sky with the use of a laser and a high-powered telescope. You'll take a close look and learn about some of the most fascinating stars, planets and deep sky objects in the southern night sky, without the hassle of having to leave your accommodation.

Avoid the crowds and experience something truly special by booking an astronomy experience that comes to you. Gather your friends or family and enjoy your own private tour from your billion-star accommodation in Twizel or Ohau and the wider Mackenzie basin, with the only fully mobile astronomy tour provider in the region. Wrap up warm and prepare to scope out the night sky with the use of a laser and a high-powered telescope. You'll take a close look and learn about some of the most fascinating stars, planets and deep sky objects in the southern night sky, without the hassle of having to leave your accommodation.

Alpine Guides (Aoraki) Ltd is New Zealand’s longest established mountain guiding company - since 1966. Based year-round in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, Alpine Guides offers unparalleled access into this spectacular mountain area. We are alpine instruction specialists, offering year-round mountaineering courses and guided ascents, for beginner to experienced alpinists. Winter guiding (July to October) includes specialised avalanche courses, heliskiing, glacier skiing, and ski touring. All of our friendly, experienced guides are industry qualified professionals, trained through the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA)/ New Zealand Mountain Guides...

Alpine Recreation provides wilderness skiing at its best. Alpine and Telemark Ski Touring amongst the glaciers of the Mount Cook and Westland National Parks with professional mountain and ski guides. From huts based at the top of the Tasman, Franz Josef or Fox Glaciers, undertake spectacular ski ascents and descents of adjacent peaks. For less advanced skiers and those new to ski touring we also provide backcountry touring from our comfortable private hut high above Lake Tekapo. From here you undertake day tours in the rolling basins of the Two Thumb Range with wide-sweeping views across the Mackenzie Basin and to the Southern Alps. This terrain is great for cruising and enjoying the...

One location, endless excitement. Bring your corporate or family teams together for the ultimate challenge. Compete head-to-head as you tackle a series of thrilling tasks - testing your strategy, problem-solving, and teamwork. From mind-bending puzzles to action-packed activities, every challenge brings your team closer to victory. Collaboration is key, and the team that works smartest and hardest will claim the win.

Leave from Amuri Rafting and Jet boating river base, heading down stream through the Waiau Gorge. Stopping for a swim or a jump of the rocks into crystal clear waters, weather permitting. Take in the marvels of Marble Point and the fault line running through the rocks. Then you get to sit back and hold on as our Jet boat picks you up and brings you back to the base. Hold on as the driver skims across only 100 mm of water, close to the gorge cliff face and puts the boat in to a Hamilton spin. This is a grade 2 river and a great trip for all.

Experience an off road Buggy adventure in our brand new 3 Seater 4WD Buggies. Explore different terrains on a New Zealand working farm driving through paddocks, creeks, rugged terrains while taking in some breathtaking views of the Waiau Gorge and snow peaked mountains in the winter. Perfect for couples and family of up to 3. Free photos of your trip. Allow 2 hours.

Since the establishment of the Amuri Jet in 1985, thousands of visitors to Hanmer Springs have thrilled to the unique experience of Amuri Jet. Join us as we jet the spectacular Waiau Gorge. Following the contours of the steep canyon walls where possible, it's elbows in, as we pass within centimeters of rugged rocks and cliff faces. Take in the magnificent scenery, then hold on while you experience the famous Hamilton 360 degree jet spin. Excitement plus. Make no mistake - this is the best. Narrow gorges, braided shallows, white water rapids - this trip has it all. Over 30km of exciting jet boating with spectacular scenery. A totally unique experience for all ages. Check out the other trip...

Grab friends or family and join us for an adventure filled Quad biking experience. Choose from a single or twin seater Quad bike. With multiple tracks to suit from novice to the more adventurous. See a working farm as you negotiate your way through the farm covering all kinds of terrain. Thrown in are some spectacular views of the River Canyon and snow peaked mountains in the winter which will take your breath away. No experience required, full instruction will be given prior on a test track to hone your skills before you ride on the trip to your ability. Lots of fun for Families with our special Family trips where kids can ride as pillion. Two hours or more of awesome quad biking...

Headwaters Jet Safari. This covers all the braids of the Hanmer Basin, and then up to the Tutu Gorge. This trip has it all; canyons, braids, a real jet boating experience. Take in the sights of the ranges of the Hanmer Springs basin and the surrounding mountains. This trip you will need to allow up to 2 hrs of full on adventure and fun. This is a trip that you will remember and enjoy for a long time to come. Bring your phone or a camera to take pics of the views that this trip holds.

The Aoraki Mount Cook Trek is a challenging 2 day trek up to our our private Caroline Hut on the Ball Ridge, straight opposite the awesome 2000m high Caroline Face of Aoraki Mount Cook. Day 1 you climb 1000m through rugged terrain above the Tasman Glacier up to Caroline Hut. Day 2 you will descend back into the Tasman Valley. Trekking time will be about 6 hours each day. You need to be sure-footed and have overnight hiking experience to cope with the untracked mountain terrain. This trek will give you a high mountain experience of this beautiful area. Caroline Hut is in a stunning location. From the hut you can watch ice avalanches thunder down the mighty ice face of Aoraki.

Endless scenic trails reward you with New Zealand’s most spectacular landscapes and front row views to Aoraki/Mount Cook. Explore the breathtaking scenery of the National Park while our knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides will tell you all about the unique flora and fauna of the region and the local history as you walk through this amazing landscape. With guided hikes of Hooker Valley, Kea Point, Red Tarns and Sealy Tarns, there is something for all levels of fitness to enjoy. All hikes have varying elevation gain so therefore require varying fitness levels. Visit our website for more information.

At Aotea Gifts, you can find everything from fashion, skincare and health products, to gifts and trinkets. Our Tekapo store sells locally made crafts and gifts, and stocks a wonderful range of Merino wool clothing. We provide an extensive range of products because we want travellers to be able to collect and capture tangible memories from their New Zealand experience. Come and visit us today. We are multilingual, and will do our best to meet your shopping needs. We're also online so all products and brands are available to anyone in the world.

Dodge, aim, and fire in the adrenaline-pumping action of Archery Tag. Combining the thrill of archery with the excitement of dodgeball, this high-energy game is perfect for friends, families, and teams looking for an epic showdown. With soft-tipped arrows and fast-paced gameplay, you’ll test your skill, strategy, and reflexes in an unforgettable battle. Gear up, take your shot, and claim victory. Book your Archery Tag experience today.

We are a Destination management company and the head office is located in next to the picturesque Hagley Park, it is just a short walk away from the heart of the growing and innovative city of Christchurch. We will arrange a customized , competitively priced tour of the highest standard without the headache and hassle of you having to arrange it yourself. We provide a fully inclusive service by organizing suitable accommodation, meals, activities, sightseeing trips, and are always flexible to any specific requirements you may have.

The Kiwi style of spotting and stalking wild rainbow & brown trout is what makes your fishing experience here exciting, challenging, and unique. Being guided is the best way to maximize your fishing time while in the South Island. Your guide, Kevin, specializes in spotting fish with a trained eye and puts you in the best position to try and fool these crafty trout with nymphs and dry flies. We can cater to all skill levels from children and novices through advanced casters. This region boasts a mix of spring creeks, freestone rivers and large braided glacial rivers. We make you an itinerary tailored to suit you and your holiday plans,