Scenic Tours & Excursions through New Zealand’s stunning coastline, rain forests, and volcanic and tussock country are the best activities to put on your to-do list. From several-day tours to half-day tours and activities via cruise boat, bus, coach, car, motorbike, or helicopter. Hike, bike and kayak; visit Waitomo glow worm caves, Hobbiton and more.
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Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound Scenic Flight - Te Anau Helicopters
Te Anau, Fiordland
Special Features: Discover the most popular Fiord's in New Zealand - Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound. Endless pho ...
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 ...
Waiheke Island Ziplining & forest walk tour
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Join us for our award-winning, zipline and native forest experience featuring a Waiheke Island highlights tour, spectacu ...
Trails of Middle Earth
Queenstown
Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again! We’ll take you to the original film locations and put YOU in ...
Abel Tasman Experience with helicopter landing at Awaroa Beach for up to 3 people
Abel Tasman
Depart from our heli-base at Nelson Airport in a private helicopter for up to 3 people. Following the beautiful coastlin ...
Private Sightseeing Tour + Wine Tasting Experience
Hawkes Bay
Private tour for groups of up to 5 pax in our luxury Mercedes-Benz wagon with full leather interior, climate control and ...
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.
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 ...
Mou Waho Island Cruise & Nature Walk
Wanaka
Combine the luxury of a big boat cruise through the outstanding mountain scenery of Lake Wanaka with a guided nature wal ...
Scenic Wine Tasting Tour
Waiheke Island, Auckland
If you’re looking for a world-class experience close to Auckland, look no further than Waiheke Wine Tours, We take you ...
Mount Tarawera Volcanic Adventure
Rotorua
Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular aerial views of our stunning cr ...
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 ...
Private Day Charter
Bay Of Islands, Northland
The ultimate private yacht adventure in the Bay of Islands on Silverwave luxury day cruise equipped with a full assortme ...
Auckland Half Day Ebike Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Discover Auckland's beauty on a guided half-day e-bike tour. Ride for 3-3.5 hours on scenic cycle paths with professiona ...
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 ...
West Coast Beaches and the Glaciers
Queenstown
Fly from towering mountains to rugged coast and experience the thrill of glacier flyover as we traverse the full length ...
Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka
Wanaka
You won't believe your eyes when you Fly from Wanaka across the Southern Alps to Milford Sound. All passengers enjoy exc ...
Milford Sound Landing
Queenstown
Experience the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by air. Fly over the magnificent fiord, carved by ancient glaciers, famous f ...
Rotorua Escape
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Day Trip to Rotorua to see the geyser, learn about the Maori history and other interesting sights
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 ...
The Siberia Experience
Wanaka
Experience NZ’s best half day New Zealand wilderness adventure with Southern Alps Air. Fly, Walk, and Jet boat amongs ...
Country to Coast self-guided tour
Hawkes Bay
Explore the best of Hawke's Bay - soak in the picturesque scenery and treat yourself in world class wineries
Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia from Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Our Hobbiton & Rotorua including guided tour at Te Puia day trip combines two of the North Island top attractions.
Franz Josef to Queenstown via Wanaka
Franz Josef, West Coast
Explore the beautiful and famous West Coast via Wanaka on a fully guided small group tour from Franz Josef. There is no ...
Starlight Gourmet Kayak Tour - Rotorua
Rotorua
Glide across the lake to the stunning Manupirua Hot Pools, which are only accessible by water. Here you will enjoy a fre ...
Martinborough Foodie Half Day Tour from Wellington
Wairarapa, Wellington
Experience a half-day culinary adventure in the beautiful Wairarapa. Delight in a locally guided tour that explores vari ...
White Island/ Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes' Helicopter
Rotorua
Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the n ...
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, ...
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 ...
Underworld Adventures
Punakaiki, West Coast
Join us on a magical journey of discovery in the awe-inspiring Ananui GlowWorm Caves with our award-winning Underworld R ...
Encounter Aspiring
Wanaka
Explore Mount Aspiring National Park with us and discover the age-old glaciers and waterfalls cascading over sheer cliff ...
Kāpiti Coast Foodie Tour
Kapiti Coast, Wellington
Come experience the best tastes of the Kāpiti Coast! Enjoy a guided private full-day Foodie tour featuring some of t ...
Island Hopper Sailing Cruise
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Join the Barefoot Sailing crew for a magical sailing experience in the Bay of Islands. Specialising in small groups, you ...
Dolphin Eco Cruise
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Experience the spectacular natural beauty of the Bay of Islands and its abundant wildlife. Spot marine mammals in their ...
Wharekauhau Heli Lunch
Wellington City, Wellington
Wellington Scenic helicopter flight to Wharekaukau Country Estate to enjoy a complementary glass of wine on arrival foll ...
Glacier Galore Helicopter Flight with Landing - Milford Helicopters
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Climb out from Milford Sound Airport and up past Harrison's Cove, see sheer cliffs dwarf the surrounding rivers before a ...
Kaikōura Helicopters - Classic Whale Watch
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Lift off from our beachfront helipad and within minutes you will be in the spectacular environment that plays host to on ...
Vigilant Yacht Charters - Day Sailing Bay of Islands
Russell, Northland
The Bay of Islands is an ideal sailing playground. Step on board our stunning 42ft classic cutter rig yacht to experienc ...
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 ...
Milford Sound Cruise
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Join Pure Milford for the scenic cruise of a lifetime. Our famously friendly skipper and crew will welcome you aboard t ...
Seafood Odyssea Cruise
Picton, Marlborough
Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds with the exclusive afternoon Seafood Odyssea Cruise, departing Picton. ...
Waiheke Island Art Walk
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Waiheke supports a lively creative community – on this walk you’ll visit galleries, sculpture parks, artist studios ...
Scenic Cruise to the famous Ngātoroirangi Māori Rock Carvings
Taupo
Chris Jolly Outdoors has been looking after you for 40 years and that continues during COVID-19. Our ability to socially ...
Scenic Circuit
Bay Of Islands, Northland
Scenic Tour Hear some of the local history and lifestyle stories. Waitangi Golf Club lookout. Travel through native bu ...
Queenstown to Christchurch One Way Tour, via Mt Cook
Queenstown
Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook, this one way, small group, fully-guided day tour combines two of the most stunni ...
Sunset Cruise. Fish & Chips optional
Hamilton & Waikato
Sunset Cruise with Option to order Fish n Chips for an additional $15. Bookings essential 3 hours prior to departure oth ...
Hobbiton Express Tour from Auckland
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
This small group tour is an easy day trip from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set. The day includes a fully guided tour of ...
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 ...
Milford Sound Cruise
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Escape the crowds and experience the beauty of Milford Sound in its true isolation and grandeur on our 2-hour cruise.
Waiheke Island Double Headland Coastal Walk
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Experience the twin headlands of Matiatia and Church Bay, walking in a small group with an expert local guide. The north ...
Buried Village Experience
Rotorua
Stories of survival and resilience are told throughout our museum exhibits and in over 1km of heritage excavations. Wand ...
The Ultimate Luxury Hop on Hop off Wine Tour
Queenstown
Experience Queenstown's finest wineries, breweries, and wonders in luxury with Queenstown's original Hop on Hop of wine ...
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 ...
Meet our friendly alpacas at Shamarra Alpacas in beautiful Akaroa
Akaroa, Canterbury
Full of attitude, seriously cute and very, very photogenic – come and meet our friendly award winning alpacas. Just ...
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 ...
Kaikoura fishing tours
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Kaikoura fishing tours offers crayfishing and fishing tours from 2 - 4 hours. All top quality gear is supplied. All fish ...
Big Kanu Glowworm Tour- Tauranga
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Appreciate the beautiful scenery, birdlife and Glowworms from your seat in our Big Kanu. Launch the Big Kanu from the la ...
Sculptureum Experience - Escape to a world of creative wonder
North Auckland, Auckland
Be inspired with a day trip to the acclaimed Sculptureum; a unique art destination that is commonly reviewed as being of ...
Exclusive Sailing Charter ex Waiheke
Hauraki Gulf, Auckland
Charter our 41-foot catamaran for a day and set sail on your own adventure. Most areas of the Hauraki Gulf are within ea ...
Boutique Wine Tour (11am to 4.30pm)
Queenstown
Relax and be whisked away into the splendid wine country of Central Otago. Your wine guide will immerse you in an after ...
River Surfing
Queenstown
Conquer grade 3 rapids, standing waves and whirlpools! The high volume Kawarau River bursts with adrenaline, and this ...
V8 Trike Tour - The Ultimate V8 Experience!
Mount Maunganui, Bay Of Plenty
Kia Ora! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand... 2021 Traveler's Choice Award - Top 10% Attraction Worldwide and voted ...
Arrowtown Wanaka Highlights Small Group Tour
Queenstown
This is our most popular sightseeing tour from Queenstown, taking in historic Arrowtown, stunning Wānaka, the Crown Ran ...
From Cave to Coast Wellington City Highlights
Wellington City, Wellington
A 5-hour guided tour of both coastal Wellington and downtown highlights. Tour highlights include spectacular views at th ...
Browns Island (Motukorea) Sea Kayak Tour
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Embark on a beginner-friendly, four-hour sea kayak adventure from St Heliers beach to Browns Island (Motukorea). Paddle ...
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 ...
Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Combine two iconic New Zealand attractions in one day with our Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Combo Tour ...
Wine and Wild Coast Tour
Wairarapa, Wellington
Join your expert local guide for a full-day tour that begins with a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, leading to wi ...
The Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek
Wanaka
Let your horse take you across the Cardrona River while keeping a keen eye out for gold along the way! Learn about the g ...
Bay Cruise
Te Anau, Fiordland
Enjoy the million dollar views from Lake Te Anau on our 1 hour Bay Cruise as Peter tells you about the history of this a ...
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 ...
Floatplane Crater Lakes Flight Plus Hotpools
Rotorua
Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity. Landing on the la ...
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 ...
Best of Napier & Hawkes Bay (half day)
Hawkes Bay
This very popular 4 hour minibus tour includes fantastic scenery, a sculpture garden and of course the world-famous Art ...
Matakana Art & Wine Escape
North Auckland, Auckland
Explore Auckland’s countryside, where art meets winemaking. This day trip including return transfer from Auckland i ...
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
Dunedin
For those people looking for a tour in Dunedin we here at Tourworks NZ would love to have you aboard. We are small group ...
Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour
Wellington City, Wellington
Experience the best of Wellington on a guided private 7-hour scenic drive around our beautiful capital city. Take in th ...
Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka
Queenstown
Explore the stunning and renowned West Coast via Wānaka on a fully-guided small group tour from Queenstown. Experience ...
Private Luxury Cloudy Bay Shed,Mt Diffcuilty and Gibbston Valley Wine tour for up to 4 People
Queenstown
Immerse yourself in Central Otago's proud heritage as one of the world's finest winemaking regions.Your private driver w ...
Dolphin Encounter - Swim with or watch Kaikoura's Dusky Dolphins
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Kaikoura is one of the best places in the world to both view and swim with wild dusky dolphins. With a very high succes ...
Tauranga Scenic Harbor Cruise
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Looking for things to do in Tauranga? Bay Explorer has several years experience showcasing the Tauranga Harbour. Join ou ...
Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Tour, Via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
Christchurch, Canterbury
Christchurch To Queenstown via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo. This one-way, small group, fully guided day trip combines all ...
Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
Northern Bays, Auckland
Set off on an enchanting adventure with Social Nature Movement's bioluminescence kayak tour in Auckland. As night descen ...
24/48 Hour Pohatu Package at a Penguin Colony!
Akaroa, Canterbury
Have it all included in of our overnight stay in our historic and cosy private rooms in the middle of the penguin colony ...
Wellington Foodie Delights Tour
Wellington City, Wellington
Savour the fabulous tastes and sights of the stunning capital city of New Zealand – Wellington. Enjoy a guided Foodie ...
Taupo Sailing Adventures
Taupo
Experience the best way to explore Lake Taupo and choose the most environmentally friendly way to travel – with a scen ...
Martinborough Half Day Winery Tour from Wellington
Wellington City, Wellington
Experience a 5.5-hour guided tour to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Departing from Wellington ...
Family Adventures Rafting
Queenstown
Family Adventures specialise in soft adventure trips, rafting the upper reaches of the famous Shotover River near Queens ...
Mitre Peak Scenic Helicopter Flight - Milford Helicopters
Milford Sound, Fiordland
Special Features: Sights of the iconic scenic views Milford Sound is known for. Stunning photo opportunities.
Dunedin City & Coastal Views Tour
Dunedin
Dunedin is known as the 'Edinburgh of the South'. It has some of the best preserved Victorian and Edwardian architecture ...
Sea Kayaking, Lyttelton Harbour & Quail Island- Start/finish in Christchurch
Christchurch, Canterbury
Sea Kayaking tour of Lyttelton Harbour- Explore secret bays, sunken ships and sea caves around Lyttelton Harbour and Qua ...
KWIZINE TOUR - TASTES OF THE BAY OF PLENTY
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
Pickup from/return to Port of Tauranga or local accommodation (Tauranga/Mt Maunganui/early Papamoa); Avocado orchard tou ...
Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach
Paihia, Northland
Journey to the very tip of the North Island and uncover a region of rich Māori tradition along the way on an unforgetta ...
Discover Christchurch Tour
Christchurch, Canterbury
This is the perfect way to explore Christchurch City in a day. We collect and drop off from your accommodation in Chri ...
The Mountain Experience Quad Bike Tour
Wanaka
The ultimate alpine quad bike experience! Offering challenging and varied terrain with breath taking panoramic views, th ...
Mt Aspiring Full Day Canyon
Queenstown
Get excited! This full day canyon offers the most and biggest jumps and abseils available from Queenstown, no previous ...
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 ...
Seal Kayak Tour
Kaikoura, Canterbury
Seal Kayak Kaikoura is the first kayak tour of its kind in New Zealand that allows you to either pedal or paddle. You� ...
All About Paradise Half Day Expedition
Queenstown
Mystical morning & afternoon half-day expeditions to Glenorchy and the famous Paradise Valley! Take in the Spectacul ...
Discover Doubtful Sound - Te Anau Helicopters
Manapouri, Fiordland
This helicopter flight takes you over the Fiordland National Park to Doubtful Sound.
Frequently Asked Questions about Scenic Tours & Excursions 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!
3. Where is the best sailing in New Zealand?
The North Island offers many amazing sailing adventures lasting all day, or only a few hours. When sailing in the North Island, it is not uncommon to be greeted by dolphins or other familiar wildlife!
4. Where is the best cruises in New Zealand?
Milford Sound in fiordland is a stunning area for a cruise at any time of the year.
5. What is the best month to cruise New Zealand?
December, January and Feburary is when New Zealand is at its peak. It is the summer months that are the hottest and nicst time to be out on the water.
Scenic Tours and Excursions to See and Do in New Zealand
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 Scenic Tours and Excursions 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 Island. 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 major 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!
Milford sound is located in Fiordland and offers fantastic views that are hard to look away from. Some cruises also provide heli tours, waterfalls, coach tours and kayaking!
If you're on the North Island, then there are many days of sailing trips to take that are both chilled-out, and adventurous!
If you're looking for a more adventurous alternative to sailing and cruises, then check out these activities like parasailing and jet boating!
