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The Gift Company showcases locally designed and manufactured gifts including a wonderful selection of thoughtful and quality homeware gifting ideas, gorgeous bath & body products, inspired accessories and some yummy treats. You’ll be sure to find the perfect gift for someone special or to spoil yourself.

Private custom tours, designed to give you understanding and valuable insights into the South Island. Your itinerary is carefully planned around your special requirements and interests. Your tour may include the South Island's main attractions, idyllic places off the beaten track, or a combination of the two. Your professional guide will bring to life the plants, wildlife and landforms that make the South Island so distinctive, as well as its rich Maori and European colonial history. Your choice of accommodation in lodges, hotels or B&Bs in bustling resorts, quaint towns or serene places in the middle of nowhere, you choose. Custom day tours from Christchurch are also available.

Relax at lunch shelters with great views while enjoying a refreshing hot drink. Tramp through bush filled gullies to views of the Seaward Kaikoura Mountains rising out of the vast Pacific Ocean. A great chance to get into real New Zealand and meet farming families who have lived here for generations. We transport your luggage and provide comfortable upper-end backpacker accommodation. We are located 40 km south of Kaikoura, easily accessed by car or busesand provide safe car parking. With up to only 10 people walking each day, space, peace, nature are all you share. Best of all , included in the fee, is luggage transport round the track, so you walk with only a day pack. Accommodations...

The Moraine is situated at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. The Retreat is a private hideaway that offers discreet wedding experiences and is the perfect luxury destination for your special day. Your wedding will take place in one of New Zealand’s most spectacular settings, overlooking the Ben Ohau mountain range, Lake Pukaki and Aoraki Mount Cook. The Retreat has a beautiful selection of private venue options for your ceremony and celebration, from an intimate elopement for two, to a destination wedding for close friends and family, to a ceremony and reception for 200 guests. We offer a range of wedding packages designed to cater for weddings small to large. Each package can be personalised for...

We are situated in the picturesque Tinwald Domain, complete with pond and playground. Entry is via donation. Open days are held between September and June with an operating loco, view our website for further detailed information. Volunteer working members can be found on-site almost daily - who will provide a tour of interest around the site. Our vast collection of steam and diesel shunting locomotives, railcar and freight wagons is not to be missed for any heritage railway enthusiast. Our unique rural history display includes tractors, implements and a Buckeye Triple Expansion Engine show Ashburton's pioneering past.

Here's a tour for Gin and Whisky enthusiasts. While away an hour or two exploring all things Curiosity Gin and Divergence Whisky at The Spirits Workshop Distillery. Your host will take you through the distillery where you'll learn directly from these talented distillers the history of the craft, how Whisky and Gin are made, see the stills and soak up the smell of the barrel room. All tours include a guided tasting of Curiosity and Divergence products.

This unique cruise of Marlborough Sounds and Abel Tasman Tasman National Park is aboard 18-guest expedition yacht Heritage Explorer. Discover Queen Charlotte and Pelorus Sounds, French Pass and d'Urville Island, and Abel Tasman National Park on this unparalleled exploration - walk through native forest, kayak, fish and take in the breath-taking beauty of winding cobalt waterways, iconic landscapes, lush native forests, wildlife, gold sand beaches and remote coastlines aboard the yacht or during Zodiac safaris. These regions are also rich in early New Zealand history and the location of some of the country's most important conservation efforts. Explore, photograph and experience these...

The Toy Collector is inherently linked to the NZ Museum of Toys & Collectibles as it's starting form and now as the entrance and administrators of the museum. It provides a range of toys and collectibles for those who catch the bug having stepped into the world of the history of play. The museum team knows that nostalgia exists in everyone and seeing a toy or picture can instantly bring forward a previously deeply buried memory. Taking a walk through NZ Museum of Toys & Collectibles is a rare opportunity to experience a very broad range of toys all in the one building and is sure to bring a smile to your face and remind you of some childhood memories, whether your 4 or 84.

Luxury Adventures is thrilled to announce the 2025 Ultra-Luxe Golf Tour of New Zealand. We are combining breath taking natural landscapes of New Zealand with top-tier golf courses, the finest cuisine, accommodation & exclusive activities. This tour promises to be an unforgettable journey for avid golfers & their partners to discover the beauty of New Zealand. Please see link below. Full itinerary provided to those who complete the expression of interest form. Pricing starts at USD $60,000 per player. Travelling partners welcome & activities such as spa and wineries will be tailored for these guests. Contact us for alternative options today.

This activity involves climbing trees at our base at the Hanmer Springs Forest Camp. We have a gum tree and a pine tree each with two routes, some being more difficult than others. This challenges clients allowing them to overcome their fears and make it to the top of the climbs, all with in a safe environment led by our qualified instructors. This activity is amazing to watch as clients often climb higher than they expected and the encouragement from team members is awesome to see.

Alan and Catherine purchased four hectares of bare land with an old house on it in 1978. In an old stable at the back of the property they discovered newspapers dating back to 1893 so the property had age on its side even then. Gardening was a passion for Alan from an early age with his first collection at 8 years old a spiky group of cacti and succulents. In later years he developed a passion for chrysanthemums and dahlias. The dahlias have remained a lifelong fascination for this gardener. The New Zealand Gardens Trust awarded Trott’s - six stars and designated it as a NZ Garden of International Significance, Alan was awarded a Queen’s Service Medal in 2017 for his services to...

11 VR game stations, two simulators, 10+ eSports PCs and a whole heap of retro attitude - Virtual & Retro has the tools to make your visit to Ashburton a memorable one. We have activities suitable for 8 to 80 year olds, and plenty of seating and screens so that your whole group can see what's happening - whether they're wearing a headset or not. With more than 50 popular VR games, we've got more activities than you could possibly fit into one visit. Whether you like single-player shooters, team multiplayer games, or even if you don't like games and just want to try a virtual reality experience, we've got you covered. Check out our website and give us a try.

Quiet well trained horses will take you on a scenic journey along the banks of the mighty Waimakariri River at a pace that suits your ability. First time riders are more than welcome, as are families with pony rides, short treks to the river and back as well as our half hour Robin ride. Or just chill out and relax in our comfortable picnic area. Our Riding school offers 1 on 1 lessons for adults and children of all levels, school holiday riding programs and even leasing option.

This wine tour from Christchurch explores wineries with tastings in the Waipara valley , New Zealand, well-known for its wine tasting tours departing from Christchurch or Lyttelton. There must be 6 people for this tour to proceed.

Christchurch Otautahi Highlights Walk. An excellent introduction to Christchurch inner city , combining pre European and European early history, the development of the city, its recent past and the emergence of a fantastic post earthquake city. A leisurely walk, in small groups (usually not more than 10) and lasting approximately 2.0-2.5 hours. Our knowledgeable and enthusiastic local volunteer guides consistently get excellent Trip Advisor ratings and make this a must do experience in Christchurch. We also offer customized or private walks to suit your needs. Walk Christchurch donates a significant portion of its walking fees to support the operation of the Arts Centre and its...

Your six nights fully catered windsurf experience is based in the heart of the South Island. You are hosted in the peaceful settlement of Twizel, centrally located to easily access five different lakes. From crystal clear waters of Lake Ohau, Aviemore and Benmore to turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki and Tekapo, all with a breathtaking backdrop. We aim to explore a different spot each day. The timing of your trip is tailored to capture the summer thermal weather conditions, maximising your water time. During your time with us, all meals will be fully catered for (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack on the beach). Transport for you and your gear is included (from Queenstown).

Your six nights fully catered wingfoil experience is based in the heart of the South Island. You are hosted in the peaceful settlement of Twizel, centrally located to easily access five different lakes. From crystal clear waters of Lake Ohau, Aviemore and Benmore to turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki and Tekapo, all with a breathtaking backdrop. We aim to explore a different spot each day. The timing of your trip is tailored to capture the summer thermal weather conditions, maximising your water time. During your time with us, all meals will be fully catered for (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack on the beach). Transport for you and your gear is included (from Queenstown).

Departing Friday 26 September, 2025 Beginning in Christchurch or Kaikoura, you'll witness the unique landscapes of the pacific coastline aboard the Coastal Pacific WOW Train and Interislander Ferry. A very special service, full of all things WOW, you'll be treated to a VIP welcome, special WOW garment appearances with accompanying commentary, a WOW goody bag and full catering during your journey. In Wellington, you will continue your journey into extraordinary with a Gold ticket to see the 2025 World of WearableArt (WOW) Show. This is a WOW experience like no other.

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