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north island, auckland
north island, auckland

Fullers360 Experiences & Cruises

transport, boat-cruises, bus-coach

Let us show you the islands in the Hauraki Gulf – Auckland’s marine playground. Climb to the summit of a 600-year old volcano, sip your way through island wineries, visit pristine beaches, all within a short cruise from downtown Auckland.

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north island, paihia
north island, paihia

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

culture-heritage

Waitangi Treaty Grounds welcomes you on a journey of discovery through New Zealand’s most important historic site. Enjoy an authentic and interactive full day experience at this award-winning premier attraction to discover the story of New Zealand’s history and share in the spiritual and cultural experience that is Waitangi.

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north island, auckland, matamata, raglan, rotorua
north island, auckland, matamata, raglan, rotorua

Raglan Rock

caynoning, abseiling-rappelling, climbing

Canyoning, Caving and Climbing adventures in the world-famous surf town of Raglan! Day or night, the adventures start here!

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mt maunganui, tauranga
mt maunganui, tauranga

Skydive Tauranga

adrenaline, air-activities, skydive

The most fun way of discovering the Bay of Plenty with the most beautiful views of the North Island.

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north island, rotorua
north island, rotorua

Rotofobia – Escape Rooms

urban-attractions, escape-room
Experience an escape adventure of a life time with your friends and family in Rotorua’s very own Rotofobia Escape House! Exciting puzzles and mysteries that people of all ages will enjoy.
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taupo, tongariro national park
taupo, tongariro national park

Tongariro River Rafting

water-activities, adrenaline, rafting

Tongariro River Rafting is a small family owned business and the longest running operator on the Tongariro River.

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north island, tongariro national park
north island, tongariro national park

Tongariro Crossing Shuttles

transport, hiking-walking, bus-coach
TCS - the shuttle service with the best schedule. Pick up and drop off, we've got you covered...
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auckland, matamata, rotorua, taupo, waitomo
auckland, matamata, rotorua, taupo, waitomo

Waitomo Adventures

adrenaline, rafting, abseiling-rappelling

Seven Amazing Underground Adventures at Waitomo Caves

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north island, taupo
north island, taupo

Taupo Bungy & Cliffhanger Extreme Swing

adrenaline, bungy

Two awesome activities - one stunningly scenic location!

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north island, tauranga, wellington, south island, christchurch
north island, tauranga, wellington, south island, christchurch

Adrenalin Forest

adrenaline, zip-lining

Adrenalin Forest is an aerial adventure course located in Canterbury, Wellington & Bay of Plenty. Adrenalin Forest courses feature over 100 fun filled challenges across six levels.

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north island, taupo
north island, taupo

Skydive Taupo

adrenaline, air-activities, skydive

If you need a good shot of adrenaline, a skydive is great choice. If you want to fly over NZ’s most incredible lake and most iconic mountains, Taupo is the place. And if you want to be treated like a star, getting picked up in a limo before all of that happens, Skydive Taupo is where you want to go.

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north island, whitianga
north island, whitianga

Ocean Leopard Tours

water-activities, boat-cruises

Explore one of New Zealand’s most breath-taking stretches of coast with the exhilarating and award winning Ocean Leopard Tours.

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north island, new plymouth, hokitika, south island
north island, new plymouth, hokitika, south island

Precision Helicopters

air-activities, scenic-flights
While venturing to the Hokitika Gorge make sure you visit us for breathtaking tours to New Zealand's most beautiful untouched destinations. View numerous Glaciers, virgin native bush, alpine terrain, historic huts and more! A tour that will leave you wanting more, It has to be seen to be believed!
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north island, auckland
north island, auckland

Skydive Auckland

adrenaline, air-activities, skydive

Experience the highest skydive in New Zealand at 20,000ft at Skydive Auckland. Free return transport is available from Auckland City Centre.

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north island, rotorua
north island, rotorua

River Rats Raft & Kayak

water-activities, adrenaline, rafting

River Rats Raft & Kayak have been offering quality adventures for over 35 years.

There’s something for everyone, from full on grade 5 action featuring the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall through to a gentle grade 2 scenic raft trip suitable for participants as young as 5.

 

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north island, rotorua
north island, rotorua

Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa

volcanic-geothermal, hot-pools-spas

More than just a place of myth and legend, this land has the power to heal and excite anyone who meets it, just as it has done for centuries. Come and discover New Zealand’s most unique geothermal experience.

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north island, rotorua
north island, rotorua

Katoa Lake Rotorua

adrenaline, parasailing

Thrill Discover Cruise: Katoa is wholly Lake Rotorua

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picton, south island
picton, south island

Sea Kayak Adventures

water-activities, kayaking, hiking-walking

Kayaking, Hiking and Mountain Biking in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. Let us customise a trip for you.

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north island, rotorua
north island, rotorua

Tamaki Maori Village

culture-heritage

TAMAKI MAORI VILLAGE EVENING EXPERIENCE – New Zealand’s MOST AWARDED cultural attraction.

Experience the warmth of our people during an evening of ceremonial rituals, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & hangi feasting…

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south island, wanaka
south island, wanaka

Skydive Wanaka

adrenaline, air-activities, skydive

Strap yourself to a beautiful stranger and experience New Zealand’s most spectacular skydive.

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queenstown, south island
queenstown, south island

Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding and Hang Gliding

adrenaline, air-activities, paragliding
Fly with the most experienced paragliding and hang gliding Company in New Zealand off the highest take off in Queenstown.
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queenstown, south island
queenstown, south island

Skydive Southern Alps

adrenaline, air-activities, skydive

Discover the most dramatic landscape you can skydive over!

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picton, south island
picton, south island

Lochmara

water-activities, kayaking, hiking-walking

Jump on our 9am boat and spend the day swimming, kayaking, try a paddle board, walk up to the Queen Charlottle Track, feed some stingrays, see our Underwater Observastory!  Our Café, bar and restaurant are a 20 minutes boat ride across the Marlborough Sounds!

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south island, wanaka
south island, wanaka

Paddle Wanaka

water-activities, kayaking
Paddle Wanaka is a small family run business of passionate paddlers, offering exclusive guided kayaking & Stand Up Paddle (SUP) board activities on the Lake Wanaka & the Clutha River.    
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queenstown, south island
queenstown, south island

Skippers Canyon Jet

water-activities, adrenaline, jet-boating
Come with Skippers Canyon Jet and experience unbeatable value as you are taken on a spectacular guided tour of Skippers Canyon followed by a thrilling jet boat ride through the narrowest canyons on the Shotover River.
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queenstown, south island
queenstown, south island

iFLY Indoor Skydiving Queenstown

adrenaline, air-activities, skydive
Making the DREAM of FLIGHT a reality! iFLY is New Zealand’s first & only indoor skydiving operation!
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marahau, south island
marahau, south island

Abel Tasman Kayaks

water-activities, kayaking

Sea kayaking is a low impact way to explore beautiful golden beaches, coves, lagoons, offshore islands, wildlife and the native forest fringing our granite coastline!

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franz josef, south island
franz josef, south island

Glacier Country Helicopters

air-activities, scenic-flights

The Ultimate Helicopter Experience to book your Helicopter Scenic Flights in Franz Josef Glacier. We are born and raised in the Glacier Country. Let us fly you up!

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picton, south island
picton, south island

Wilderness Guides Marlborough Sounds

kayaking, hiking-walking, cycling-mountain-biking

Wilderness Guides can show the Marlborough Sounds like no-one else! We live, work and play in this fantastic region – your guides are local people who call this area home. This is where your adventure begins!

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invercargill south island
invercargill south island

Stewart Island Flights

transport, air-activities, scenic-flights
We are a small friendly airline operating a scheduled service three times a day to and from Stewart Island.
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south island, tekapo, christchurch
south island, tekapo, christchurch

Rangitata Rafts

water-activities, adrenaline, rafting
With Grade 2-5 Rapids guaranteed on every trip Rangitata Rafts has something for everyone! Experience a real ‘off the beaten track’ Kiwi adventure with genuine Kiwi hospitality!
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hokitika, south island
hokitika, south island

Hokitika Scenic Tours

transport, hiking-walking, bus-coach
Welcome to this part of the world. Hokitika Scenic Tours offer personal special tours & transport to any destination or attraction you wish to visit on the West Coast in New Zealand.
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north island, auckland, matamata, rotorua, queenstown, south island, dunedin
north island, auckland, matamata, rotorua, queenstown, south island, dunedin

HeadFirst Travel

transport, volcanic-geothermal, nature-wildlife, bus-coach
HeadFirst Travel offer unforgettable travel experiences for visitors to New Zealand in a way they won't find anywhere else. Their core purpose is to Bring Alive Local Legends (BALL) for visitors while transporting them to exciting destinations & attractions via their entertaining BALL Team (Special Bus Drivers with the 'juice' who want their passengers to have a ball).
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InterCity

transport, bus-coach

InterCity is the largest bus network in New Zealand, getting people to more than 600 towns, cities and communities around the country.

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marahau, nelson, south island
marahau, nelson, south island

Abel Tasman Canyons

caynoning, adrenaline, abseiling-rappelling
Slide down water polished chutes, jump into crystal clear pools and abseil through showering waterfalls. That's what canyoning is about! Join Abel Tasman Canyons for an exciting, action packed canyoning trips with fun guides and mind blowing scenery.
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north island, taupo
north island, taupo

Taupo Tandem Skydive

adrenaline, air-activities, skydive
Taupo Tandem Skydiving is New Zealand's #1 Rated Skydive on Tripadvisor. Operating for over 25 years, they're the original tandem dropzone in NZ - they've thrown over 200,000 crazy people out of our planes!
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franz josef, south island
franz josef, south island

Glacier Country Kayaks

water-activities, kayaking
Join Glacier Country Kayaks on a unique kayak adventure and kiwi sanctuary tour – just minutes from Franz Josef Glacier!
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north island, rotorua
north island, rotorua

Velocity Valley Adventure Park

adrenaline, air-activities, bungy
Velocity Valley, where speed, adrenaline and fear collide.  With 5 iconic New Zealand adrenaline adventures within one location, we have something to cater for everyone.
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hokitika, south island
hokitika, south island

West Coast Tree Top Walk & Cafe

hiking-walking, nature-wildlife
An exhilarating treetop adventure among temperate rainforest giants. Experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy.
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marahau, nelson, south island
marahau, nelson, south island

Marahau Sea Kayaks (MSK)

water-activities, kayaking
The Abel Tasman National Park’s crystal clear waters and golden-sand beaches are set against a backdrop of lush native rainforest. All of these elements combine to make the Abel Tasman New Zealand’s premiere location for sea kayaking.
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kaikoura, south island
kaikoura, south island

Whale Watch Kaikōura

water-activities, dolphins-whales, nature-wildlife
Award winning Whale Watch Kaikōura – New Zealand's only marine-based whale watching company offers visitors exciting close encounters with Giant Sperm Whales at all times of the year.
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north island, rotorua
north island, rotorua

ZORB

adrenaline
ZORB Rotorua is the largest downhill ball rolling park in the world and is operated by the Kiwi inventors of this iconic bucket list adventure activity.
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south island
south island

Pohatu penguins

kayaking, hiking-walking, nature-wildlife
Pohatu penguins offers unique nature tours and sea-kayaking safaris to the largest colony of Little penguins on mainland NZ with over 1250 breeding pairs. They have options for all to enjoy. 2 and 4 hour Scenic nature tours, Evening penguin safari, sea-kayaking or even a 24 hour Pohatu package.
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kaikoura, south island
kaikoura, south island

Dolphin Encounter

water-activities, dolphins-whales, nature-wildlife
A tour to encounter Kaikoura’s dusky dolphins can only be described as magical and inspiring. Swimming with dolphins is a unique activity and often described as a life-changing experience.
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north island, paihia
north island, paihia

Fullers GreatSights

water-activities, boat-cruises, nature-wildlife
The breath taking Bay of Islands will not disappoint - whether you want to head to the tip of New Zealand on a tour to Cape Reinga, surf the giant Sand Dunes on Ninety Mile Beach or cruise your way through the 144 islands of the Bay.  
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south island, christchurch
south island, christchurch

Christchurch Adventure Park

adrenaline, cycling-mountain-biking, zip-lining
The Christchurch Adventure Park set in the Port Hills is a hub for the locals as well as a major attraction for visitors. The onsite village includes a café that seats over 200 and the chairlift provides access to the Southern Hemisphere’s largest collection of lift-accessed bike trails, the zipline tour and a stunning view.
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kaikoura, south island
kaikoura, south island

Albatross Encounter

bird-watching, nature-wildlife
Kaikoura is not only famous for whales and dolphins but  it is also regarded as a world class location  for viewing seabirds, and in particular albatross.
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kaikoura, south island
kaikoura, south island

Kaikoura Kayaks

water-activities, kayaking, dolphins-whales
Paddle with playful Fur Seals as they dive and manoeuvre around your kayak. Continue around the coastline for a chance of encounters with Dusky Dolphins, Blue Penguins and Albatross.  
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kaikoura, south island, christchurch
kaikoura, south island, christchurch

Hanmer Springs Attractions

adrenaline, rafting, bungy, jet-boating
Many adventures, one location! Hanmer Springs Attractions offers you the outdoor adventure activities that New Zealand is famous for in the natural environment of Hanmer Springs
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south island, christchurch
south island, christchurch

Hassle Free Tours

nature-wildlife, urban-attractions, bus-coach
Experience New Zealand The Hassle-Free Way...with Hassle-free Tours! Hassle-free Tours specialises in offering unique city and day tour experiences throughout the spectacular regions of Auckland, Christchurch & Canterbury.
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north island, auckland, queenstown, south island, christchurch
north island, auckland, queenstown, south island, christchurch

Snap Rentals

car-rental, transport
Snap Rentals is New Zealand's fastest growing and most innovative car rental company. With rental locations in Auckland City, Auckland Airport, Christchurch Airport, Queenstown Airport and Queenstown Town Centre, they have New Zealand covered.
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south island, christchurch
south island, christchurch

Christchurch Gondola

air-activities, gondola
The Gondola offers a unique Christchurch sightseeing experience that you’ll never forget. Soar suspended above the valleys as the birds fly beneath your cable car.
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north island, auckland, paihia
north island, auckland, paihia

Explore

water-activities, boat-cruises, nature-wildlife
Bay of Islands The Bay of Islands is a remarkable island archipelago of over 144 islands, boasting a rich terrestrial and marine ecosystem. This corner of the world is certainly unique, and no trip to the Bay should go complete without exploring some of the islands dotted around the region.   Auckland Harbour Welcome to Auckland, known fondly as the City of Sails. Nestled between three harbours; Waitematā, Manukau and Kaipara, Auckland is famous for offering some of the best sailing conditions in New Zealand and is renowned for it's America's Cup heritage. Come on board, set sail with us and see for yourself.
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south island, christchurch
south island, christchurch

Christchurch Attractions

hiking-walking, urban-attractions, bus-coach
Christchurch Attractions offers plenty of fun-filled activities, including the City Tram Tour, Botanic Gardens Tour and the Christchurch Grand Tour which includes entry to their four top attractions on a fully-guided day tour
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north island, auckland, south island, christchurch
north island, auckland, south island, christchurch

Soaring Kiwi Tours

hiking-walking, urban-attractions, bus-coach
Soaring Kiwi Tours operates unique double decker city sightseeing tours in Auckland and Christchurch!
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south island, christchurch
south island, christchurch

Punting on the Avon

water-activities, urban-attractions
Admire the beautiful Christchurch Botanic Gardens as you are expertly guided gently along the Avon River on the relaxing Punting tours. An iconic Christchurch activity not to be missed.
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