Here are some of the best adventure activities to do in New Zealand. There are so many fun things to do with friends and family! Experience New Zealand to the fullest with these top activities.
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Fly Six Glacier Tour
Hokitika, West Coast
Fly up the Whitcombe Valley into the Southern Alps to view Six different Glaciers directly inland of Hokitika. Visit ...
e-Bike Hire: Ride Your Way
Queenstown
**Exploring Queenstown: Recommended Adventures for 4hr, 6hr, or a Full Day** **Half Day Explorers (4 Hours):** - **D ...
Central Otago Heli Gold Wine Tour
Queenstown
Enjoy an all-day tour of Central Otago’s stunning vineyards by Helicopter and Jeep Wrangler. Life is all about the ...
Mad Hatter's Hat
North Auckland, Auckland
Family-friendly, puzzle focused, not story driven, re-playable. The Mad Hatter has indeed gone quite mad. You ment ...
Tandem Skydive Queenstown
Queenstown
Queenstown is the birthplace of tandem skydiving in New Zealand, also known as the 'Adventure Capital of the World'. Que ...
Glow Worm Kayak Tour
Rotorua
One of New Zealand's premium glow worm experiences, the Glow Worm Kayak Tour with Taiao Adventures is designed to create ...
Outdoor Rock Climbing Auckland
East Auckland, Auckland
Discover the thrill of rock climbing at Maungarei Springs in Auckland. With routes for all skill levels, from beginners ...
Freak Of Nature 4WD Combo Package
Rotorua
Experience our unforgettable self drive 4WD Bush Safari and Monster 4X4 Thrill Ride! Enjoy the adrenaline-fueled combina ...
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour From Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour, we’re going on an adventure! See the famous Hobbiton Movie Set on a fully guided small group ...
Full Day Sail
Abel Tasman
Treat yourself to the only scheduled Full Day sailing tour in New Zealand's coastal paradise - the Abel Tasman National ...
Remarkables Scenic
Queenstown
Queenstown looks much different from up here. Enjoy the drama of Lake Whakatipu and the surrounding mountains from a lan ...
Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Lunch & Return Flight
Queenstown
Our small group, fully-guided day trip combines the amazing journey to Milford Sound with a boutique Milford Sound Cruis ...
4 hour eBike hire from Wildfinder Pencarrow
Lower Hutt, Wellington
See what the eBikes buzz is all about! Discover Pencarrow Head's lighthouses and lakes, along with amazing views of Well ...
Escape HQ Auckland
Northern Bays, Auckland
Prepare for an exhilarating hour of fun and entertainment! Choose your game and then expect to be challenged, as you fin ...
Tarawera Falls Volcanic Heli Hike
Rotorua
From lofty volcanic heights, to a magical waterfall, this extraordinary day out showcases a variety of scenery not found ...
Mount Tarawera/Waimangu Volcanic Valley Plus Hotpools
Rotorua
Fly over the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory, Mount Tarawera, and gain an appreciation of ...
Hobbiton & Rotorua Including Wai O Tapu from Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Our Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai O Tapu day trip combines two of the North Island top attractions.
Queenstown Tour
Queenstown
Segway on Q’s tours are a great way to see the town and have lots of fun along the way. The Queenstown Tour provides a ...
America's Cup Sailing Experience
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Join our crew sailing this authentic America's Cup Yacht on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour with this 2 hour experience.
Cave Stream- Lets go caving
Christchurch, Canterbury
Discover two of Canterbury’s natural wonders- Go caving and explore Castle Hill /Kura Tawhiti. Your local guide will e ...
Hydro Attack Semi-submersible Shark Ride
Queenstown
Get ready for a thrilling adventure in the shark machine! Launching from our central Queenstown location, we'll embark o ...
Full Monty Tour - Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Whitianga, Coromandel
Ocean Leopard Tours is based in beautiful Whitianga, Coromandel. Our scenic boat tour showcases Mercury Bay’s stunning ...
Milford Sound Flyover
Queenstown
Experience the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by air. Fly over the magnificent fiord, carved by ancient glaciers, famous f ...
Guided Wildlife Kayaking
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Experience the excitement of watching seals ducking, weaving and diving around your kayak. Have chance encounters with d ...
Walking tour- Packhorse Hut from Chrsitchurch
Christchurch, Canterbury
A guided scenic drive & day walk to Packhorse Hut - Visiting 4 historic stone "rest houses" that were once ...
Kaikoura - Whale Watching Ocean Safari
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Embark on a remarkable journey through the captivating wildlife and scenic beauty of Kaikōura aboard a helicopter. Witn ...
Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour- Tauranga
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Start your Evening Glowworm Tour at Waimarino alongside the Wairoa River. Enjoy delicious refreshments while watching th ...
Nelson is even more beautiful from a helicopter!
Nelson
Grab the family or some friends for an awesome mountain adventure where you'll feel on top of the world! Fly over farml ...
Orakei Korako Geothermal Walk
Taupo
Orakei Korako (also know as 'The Hidden Valley') is a highly active geothermal area situated in the Taupo Volcanic Zone ...
Bike The Wanaka And Hawea Trails - Luxury Shuttle Included
Wanaka
Experience the most stunning bike ride in Wānaka. Meander along the river trails from Hāwea and follow both the Hāwea ...
West Coast Treetop Walk & Tower Zipline
Hokitika, West Coast
Treetop Walkway Adventure If you find yourself wondering what there is to do in New Zealand, the South Island, or even ...
Kaikoura - Whale Watching Tour
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Experience the beauty and wonder of Kaikōura's marine wildlife from above, with this once in a lifetime whale watching ...
3 HOUR SHARED CHARTER
Queenstown
A lot can happen in three hours… and joining a small group on this charter, fishing alongside seasoned fishermen, will ...
Nomad Safaris Quad Bike I 4WD - U Drive Experience Queenstown
Queenstown
This is New Zealand’s most spectacular quad biking, where the adventure is in your hands! We give you 2.25 hrs on your ...
Original Pioneers Caving Tour
Hamilton & Waikato
With Raglan Rock caving sometimes on your knees and perhaps at times on your belly, but however you journey through our ...
Ultimate Discovery - 45-minute Three-Glacier Flight
Franz Josef, West Coast
About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join us on a helicopter flight to s ...
Horse Riding Trek & Wine Tasting Tour from Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Immerse yourself in Auckland’s stunning landscapes with a private tour combining scenic horse riding, a picturesque ar ...
Wine Tasting & Scenic Adventure
Bay Of Islands, Northland
A land based tour in the beautiful Bay of Islands area including Wine Tasting, Lunch at a Vineyard, Historic Buildin ...
Queenstown to Mt Cook One Way Tour
Queenstown
Queenstown to Mt Cook Tour 1 way, this small group, fully-guided transfer allows you to travel to Mt Cook in style and s ...
Tandem Paragliding - Summer - Coronet Peak, Queenstown
Queenstown
Experience the thrill of tandem paragliding from Coronet Peak with an highly experienced and certified tandem pilot.
Skydive in the Bay of Islands
Paihia, Northland
Blue skies, blue waters, golden sands and sunshine is what we’re all about. Oh, and we LOVE skydiving! The thrill, the ...
Off Road Adventure Tour
Franz Josef, West Coast
The name speaks for itself, experience the thrill of riding our unique 2-seater quad bikes or 3-seater buggies through a ...
Mount Tarawera / Orakei Korako 'Thermal Explorer' Dual Landing Floatplane
Rotorua
Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular aerial views of our stunning cra ...
Bay Ride
Queenstown
Learn to ride and go for a glide. The 1hr Bay Ride can fit into any schedule for an experience of how much fun these mac ...
Queenstown Essential Helicopter Flight!
Queenstown
Cecil Peak, Moonlight Creek, Shotover River, Skippers Canyon… we’re serving up all the crowd favourites with this sp ...
Kaikoura - Whale Watch Premier
Kaikoura, Canterbury
An exceptional flight experience showcasing the exquisite beauty of the coastal town of Kaikōura. Encounter magnificent ...
Alpine Snow Landing
Queenstown
Discover some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery by air before touching down for a snow landing on the Humboldt M ...
Sea Cave Adventures Whitianga
Whitianga, Coromandel
Covering over 25km of iconic Coromandel hotspots between Whitianga and Hot Water Beach, this trip is rich in Maori histo ...
Sundowner Evening Sailing Cruise
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Fancy an evening cruise? Sail the inner area of the Bay of Islands, making the most of our beautiful sea breeze on o ...
Milford Sound Luxury Private tour with Boat cruise and Gourmet picnic lunch for up to 4 people
Queenstown
This full day Luxury experience ventures deep into the place Rudyard Kipling called, "the Eighth Wonder of the Worl ...
Hole in the Rock Cruise
Paihia, Northland
Cruise out through the Bay’s pristine islands and along the Cape Brett Peninsula. See the historic Cape Brett lighthou ...
Super Cruise Combo - The Cream Trip including Hole in the Rock
Paihia, Northland
See it all and do it all on our super cruise combo combining the best of the The Cream Trip and the Hole in the Rock Cru ...
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Step into the magical world of Middle Earth with our Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland. Explore iconic Hobbit Holes, ...
Half day - Behind the Scenes Film Location Tour
Queenstown
Join us on a half day journey with our expert guides deep into Glenorchy, Middle Earth, Paradise Valley & beyond. Y ...
Raceline Karting
Rotorua
Feel the need for speed as you jump into the driver’s seat for an exhilarating Raceline Karting experience. Geared up ...
Cathedral Cove Boat Tour - Thrills
Whitianga, Coromandel
The Thrills tour visit all the same spots & a snorkel. Hang on for a white knuckled adrenaline experience, Cave Cruz ...
Earnslaw Burn Heli-Hike
Queenstown
The Earnslaw Burn with its hanging glacier and cascading waterfalls really is New Zealand’s best-kept secret, and our ...
Alpine Guided Hike
Queenstown
Who says you need a chopper to experience views from a mile above Queenstown? Half day walks are an authentic adventure ...
Scenic Cruise Guided Walk
Te Anau, Fiordland
Cross the South Fiord taking in all its majestic beauty and allow us to show you some of the most untouched wilderness i ...
Encounter Aspiring
Wanaka
Explore Mount Aspiring National Park with us and discover the age-old glaciers and waterfalls cascading over sheer cliff ...
Nomad Safaris - Queenstown
Queenstown
Experience New Zealand’s most spectacular quad bike rides, off road 4WD adventures, guided walks for all abilities inc ...
Limestone Express Kayak Tour
Hamilton & Waikato
This boutique guided tour takes you straight into the heart of the famous Limestone Coast for an exciting and intimate e ...
Milford Sound Tour & Cruise with Picnic Lunch
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Milford Sound Tour & Cruise, this small group, fully-guided day trip combines the amazing return journey to Milford ...
Wild North West Mountain to Sea by private helicopter
Nelson
A flight of a lifetime covering the north-western tip of the South Island - two National Parks, an alpine lake, a remote ...
Silent electric boat hire on the Kerikeri River, Bay of Islands
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Explore the beautiful Kerikeri river on a silent electric boat. No boating experience required!
Pilot Choice - 35-minute Twin Glacier Flight
Franz Josef, West Coast
About If you're seeking to experience the real West Coast, we would love for you to join us on a helicopter flight to s ...
Stand Up Paddle Adventure
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Come and journey with us on a SUP Adventure to explore and connect with our moana (sea) and whenua (land).
Wild Dolphin Encounter
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Experience the trip of a lifetime on the on the Bay of Plenty's premier dolphin eco-tour. Dolphin Seafaris provide an or ...
Coromandel Day Tour From Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Explore the stunning Coromandel Peninsula on a full-day tour from Auckland. Enjoy a scenic drive, a thrilling train ride ...
Tandem Skydive over Lake Taupo - 12,000ft
Taupo
12,000ft: Marvel at the beauty and sheer size of Lake Taupo as you take the ultimate leap of faith out of an aeroplane f ...
Bay of Islands Snorkelling
Bay Of Islands, Northland
We're the Bay of Islands' only dedicated snorkeling experience. Hop in for an epic underwater adventure filled with coun ...
5 Day Majestic Milford, Glaciers & Rail - Scenic Coach Tour
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Discover New Zealand's South Island with our 5-day independent scenic coach tour! Start and end in Christchurch, visitin ...
Karioi Canyoning
Hamilton & Waikato
Come and experience the adventure everyone is talking about. Karioi Canyoning is an adrenaline-pumping journey that happ ...
Glass Bottom Boat Tours to the Hole in the Rock
Paihia, Northland
Check out the Hole in the Rock and the Fish through the Glass Bottom at Otehei Bay!
Mount Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike
Rotorua
Discover the unique landscape and history of Mt Tarawera with a guided hike. Explore Rotorua's youngest geothermal valle ...
Jetboat Ride Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs, Canterbury
Join us for an exciting, thrilling and adrenaline pumping Jetboat ride on the Waiau River. This is our most popular trip ...
Abel Tasman Experience with helicopter landing at Awaroa Beach for up to 6 people
Nelson
One of our most popular helicopter tours - and for very good reasons! From our convenient base at Nelson Airport, board ...
Waimangu Valley Walk & Steaming Cliffs Kayak Tour
Rotorua
Explore the natural wonders of the world's youngest geothermal system at Waimangu Volcanic Valley on this spectacular an ...
Mauao Walk and Workshop
Mount Maunganui, Bay Of Plenty
Our Mauao Walk and Workshop allows you to experience cultural history and learn the environmental significance of our an ...
8 Line Wilderness Zipline Adventure
Queenstown
Paradise Ziplines provides a wilderness adventure like no other. Our 8-line zipline course takes you on a very diverse j ...
Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua Te Puia Geothermal Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Explore the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set and the geothermal wonders of Te Puia in one amazing day trip from Auckland. Visit ...
Aoraki / Mt Cook Luxury Private tour for up to 4 people
Queenstown
Beginning your adventure with a scenic drive through the rugged Kawarau Gorge, sit back and enjoy the constantly evolvin ...
White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes' Floatplane Adventure
Rotorua
Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy amazing aerial views of the is ...
Tandem Paragliding - All Year Round - Treble Cone, Wanaka
Wanaka
Fly from Treble Cone with a professional tandem pilot. Beautiful views of the southern alps and Lake Wanaka.
Magical Mapua (One Day Self-guided Cycle Tour)
Nelson
Cycle from Nelson to Magical Mapua on the Great Taste Trail, one of New Zealand's Great Rides. Discover the charm and b ...
Zombie Bite
North Auckland, Auckland
Challenging, zombie themed, realistic environment, story driven puzzles. Find Scott - Get the Vaccine Zombies have ...
Waikato River EBike tour
Hamilton & Waikato
Pick up from Auckland to start your ebike ride in the small regional town of Ngaruawahia. Ride beside the breathtakingly ...
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton - One Way Tour
Auckland
Travel in comfort from Auckland to Rotorua on this one day tour and experience the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbit ...
Kepler Track Day Walk - Boat Transfers
Te Anau, Fiordland
Experience the best of Te Anau’s day walks with the Kepler Water Taxi
Dolphin & Wildlife Eco Cruise
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Watch dolphins swimming up close as you explore our big blue backyard! Enjoying an amazing half-day cruise along the pri ...
Scenic Trial Flight
Wanaka
A scenic trial flight is a short 20min, 30min, or 1 hour flight in a small aircraft with an experienced instructor at yo ...
Duder Regional Park Walking Tours
East Auckland, Auckland
Duder Regional Park, on New Zealand's North Island, offers guided walking tours through 148 hectares of diverse landscap ...
The Sea Kayak Excursion
Hamilton & Waikato
Explore New Zealand's ancient coastline on this boutique guided sea kayak excursion. Enjoy hot drinks and decadent treat ...
Spaceship Escape Room Adventure
Wellington City, Wellington
Stop the Invasion! Save the world from an imminent Alien invasion by delving into the mysteries of a Spaceship that cra ...
Scenic Lake Rotoiti Kayak Tour - Rotorua
Rotorua
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our Scenic Lake Rotoiti Day tour, granting you access to one of New Zealand's ...
Earnslaw Burn Explorer
Queenstown
This incredible helicopter experience takes you to our exclusive landing site – the mighty Earnslaw Burn and one other ...
Evening Champagne Cruise
Te Anau, Fiordland
Make your way down to Te Anau’s historic wharf, and step aboard an elegant vessel on this 1.5-hour champagne cruise. P ...
Family Adventures Rafting
Queenstown
Family Adventures specialise in soft adventure trips, rafting the upper reaches of the famous Shotover River near Queens ...
Frequently Asked Questions about Adventure Activities
1. Where is the adventure capital of New Zealand?
Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand. Queenstown has so many amazing activities from glacier landings to river surfing! It is also within a short distance to other adventurous areas like Wanaka, Fiordland with the famous Milford Sound, and Canterbury!
2. What are the top adventurous and fun activities in New Zealand?
New Zealand is known for its vastly unique landscape that offer endless opportunities for adventure and fun. In the South Island, there is a unique off-roading adventure tour that is perfect for thrill seekers. Speaking of thrill seeking, you are never far from an amazing skydiving experience!
Adventure activities to See and Do in New Zealand
Due to New Zealand's unique landscape, opportunities for all kinds of adventures are at your fingertips, with many exciting things to do in every region. If you're looking for a thrilling, memorable activity, then browse through the selection at See and Do NZ.
New Zealand is known for its many awesome activities and adventures. Find the best adventure activities throughout New Zealand, from hiking, biking, skiing, skydiving and jetboating to scenic flights and wildlife adventures and attractions with SeeAndDo.co.nz
New Zealand is abundant with thrilling experiences from above. There's no better way to truly appreciate the beautiful New Zealand coastline and rolling hills than by booking a scenic flight or skydiving! Explore all the scenic flights available, from flying to Stewart Island to skydiving!
While seeing New Zealand from above is a worthwhile experience, if you’re scared of heights, there are many other options available. From diving, fishing and other water tours to Wine and food tours that range from including helicopters to cycle trails!
If you're visiting in winter, there is also a range of winter sports available. Adventurous activities include skiing and snowboarding. However, for a less adventurous evening, there are luxury spas and massages or even indoor tours.
The best places for adventure activities in New Zealand
If you're looking for adventure activities in winter, then there are great places to go in the North and the South Islands. Rotorua is a geothermal wonder. The geothermal activity makes Rotorua’s Hells Gate a great place to heat up in the colder seasons or on any colder days throughout the year! This scenic flight above the Mt Ruapehu vistas is something you can't miss on a beautiful winter day.
In the South Island, almost every central area will bring awesome winter activities for all friends and families! Abel Tasman and nelson are filled with fantastic flights that will be beautiful in both summer and winter. Wanaka, Queenstown and Canterbury are havens for the best scenic flights in winter and glacier landings!
