Rugby World Cup 2011 - New Zealand
The 2011 Rugby World Cup will be held in New Zealand in September and October of this year. Whilst rugby is the great sporting
passion of New Zealanders, there is much more of this country to explore for visitors to the World Cup. New Zealand has some of the most spectacular
natural scenery in the world, with dramatic mountains, coastlines, glaciers and more than can be explored by foot, air and boat. The country is also
the adventure capital of the world where you can get your adrenaline pumping on a bungee jump, whitewater rafting, base jumping and jet boating. Other
options include wine tours, whale watching and swimming with dolphins, exploring the film locations for Lord of the Rings and much more.
Click on the rugby host city below to see nearby attractions and available tours and activities that you can book directly:
North Island:
Auckland - Wellington - Hamilton - Rotorua -
Whangarei - Napier - New Plymouth - Palmerston North
South Island: Nelson - Dunedin - Invercargill
Auckland
Stadiums: Eden Park (capacity 60,000), North Harbour Stadium (capacity 30,000)
Pool A - New Zealand vs Tonga (Sep 9th, EP), France vs Japan (Sep 10th, NHS),
New Zealand vs France (Sep 24th, EP)
Pool B - England vs Scotland (Oct 1st, EP)
Pool C - Australia vs Italy (Sep 11th, NHS), Australia vs Ireland (Sep 17th, EP)
Pool D - South Africa vs Namibia (Sep 22nd, NHS), Fiji vs Samoa (Sep 25th, EP),
South Africa vs Samoa (Sep 30th, NHS)
Knockouts: - Quarter Finals (Oct 8th, 9th), Semi Finals (Oct 15th, 16th), Third Place Playoff
(Oct 21st), Final (Oct 23rd)
Tours & Activities of and from Auckland |
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Explore Auckland and nearby attractions on these city tours and cruises or get your adrenaline pumping with a base jump or bungee jump. |
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Auckland City Highlights Perfect for first time visitors or if you have limited time to get to know New Zealand's largest city, this tour serves as an introduction to this sophisticated, multicultural city. Price: £39 | Duration: day tour | |
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Auckland Bridge Climb Admire the stunning views over the bustling harbour and downtown Auckland as you scale the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge on this fun filled adventure. Price: £69 | Duration: day tour | |
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Sail NZ - Americas Cup Sailing Experience Experience the exhilaration of sailing onboard one of New Zealand's America's Cup racing machines on this unique action-packed excursion in the 'City of Sails'. Price: £87 | Duration: day tour | |
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Auckland Harbour Sailing Lunch Cruise Take the helm or simply sit back and relax on this sailing trip around the nautical playground of Auckland, the 'City of Sails'. Price: £41 | Duration: day tour | |
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Auckland Harbour Sailing Dinner Cruise Dine aboard a 50-foot (15-meter) yacht, then take an evening cruise on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour to see the twinkling city lights. Price: £65 | Duration: day tour | |
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Auckland Harbour Bungy Really get the adrenaline pumping through your system with Auckland's only bungy jump off the iconic Harbour Bridge! Price: £89 | Duration: day tour | |
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Sky Jump Experience the sensation of base jumping in a safe and controlled environment from the top of the Southern Hemisphere's tallest building. Price: £130 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Bay of Islands |
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The Bay of Islands in the north of New Zealand is a popular sailing, fishing and dolphin watching destination. As well as the breathtaking scenery, including the famous 'Hole in the Rock', the region is also of historical significance, having been an important Maori centre and the first area in New Zealand to be settled by Europeans. |
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Bay of Islands Day Tour & Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise from Auckland Make the most of this popular day tour from Auckland with return coach travel to Paihia, including a spectacular dolphin watching cruise in the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands. Price: £137 | Duration: day tour | |
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Dolphin Cruise to the Hole in the Rock Explore the amazing Bay of Islands and swim with the playful Bottlenose dolphins that call its warm waters home on this fun packed boat cruise. Price: £62 | Duration: day tour | |
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R Tucker Thompson Tall Ship Sailing Adventure Explore the beautiful Bay of Islands aboard the iconic "R. Tucker Thompson" tall ship. Take the opportunity to set the sails, ride the bowsprit and climb the rigging or simply relax while the crew command this impressive ship as it sails across the Bay. Price: £83 | Duration: day tour | |
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Bay of Islands and Hole in the Rock Scenic Helicopter Tour Discover the natural beauty of the Bay of Islands and enjoy wonderful aerial views of Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock on this memorable Bay of Islands helicopter sightseeing tour from Paihia. Price: £131 | Duration: day tour | |
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Wellington
Stadium: Wellington Regional Stadium (capacity 40,000)
Pool A - France vs Tonga (Oct 1st), New Zealand vs Canada (Oct 2nd)
Pool A - Argentina vs Scotland (Sep 25th)
Pool A - Australia vs United States (Sep 23rd)
Pool A - South Africa vs Wales (Sep 11th), South Africa vs Fiji (Sep 17th)
Knockouts: - Quarter Finals (Oct 8th, 9th)
Tours & Activities of and from Wellington |
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Discover New Zealand's capital and its spectacular coastal region with these short tours. |
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Wellington City Tour Perfect for first time visitors or if you have a limited time in the country's capital, this tour of is a great way to get to know Wellington. Price: £30 | Duration: day tour | |
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Palliser Bay & Lord of the Rings Day Tour Combine the breathtakingly scenic Lord of the Rings sites with a spot of wine tasting and lunch on this full day out in Wellington's surrounds. Price: £109 | Duration: day tour | |
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Seal Coast Safari Take a look at the wild side of Wellington on this 4WD tour along the rugged south coast. This tour takes you along Wellington's craggy coastline to encounter the seals and birdlife that inhabit it's beaches Price: £62 | Duration: day tour | |
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South Coast Helicopter Flight Explore the best of Wellington's south coast by helicopter with a quick and convenient tour of this isolated area. Price: £136 | Duration: day tour | |
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Middle Earth Filming Locations Tour Discover Middle Earth on this half-day or full-day Lord Of The Rings tour from Wellington. This small-group tour will take your through many highlights of the Lord of the Rings including the Shire, River Auduin, Helm's deep and Rivendell. Price: £86 | Duration: day tour | |
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Hamilton
Stadium: Waikato Stadium (capacity 30,000)
Pool A - New Zealand vs Japan (Sep 16th)
Pool D - Wales vs Samoa (Sep 18th), Wales vs Fiji (Oct 2nd)
Nearby Attractions: Waitomo Caves |
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The Waitomo Caves are a village and cave system in the Waikato region of New Zealand, believed to be over 2 million years old. Tours can explore the stalagmites, stalactites and glow worms of the caves, or for the more adventurous a chance to tube, swim and crawl through the caves. |
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Waitomo Caves and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland Enjoy two of New Zealand's famous destinations in one day. Take a guided tour of Waitomo Cave's stalactites and glowworms before heading to the bubbling mud pools and geysers of Rotorua. Price: £166 | Duration: day tour | |
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Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Explore this amazing underground world on a fully guided tour of the Waitomo Caves, including a visit through the breathtaking starry wonderland of the Glow Worm Grotto. Price: £27 | Duration: day tour | |
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Tumu Tumu Toobing Blackwater Rafting Tube, crawl, float, swim and scramble along the underground river on this fun and challenging adventure through the unspoilt beauty of the Waitomo Caves. Price: £84 | Duration: day tour | |
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Rotorua
Stadium: Rotorua International Stadium (capacity 26,000)
Pool C - Ireland vs Russia (Sep 25th)
Pool D - Fiji vs Namibia (Sep 10th), Samoa vs Namibia (Sep 14th)
Nearby Attractions: Rotorua |
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The city of Rotorua lies in the heart of North Island and is a major tourists destination. Rotorua is famous for its geothermal activity with geysers and hot bubbling mud pools being major attractions. The forests and lakes in the region surrounding Rotorua provide some stunning scenery to be explored on foot, mountain bike and 4WD. |
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Waitomo Caves and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland Enjoy two of New Zealand's famous destinations in one day. Take a guided tour of Waitomo Cave's stalactites and glowworms before heading to the bubbling mud pools and geysers of Rotorua. Price: £166 | Duration: day tour | |
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Discover Rotorua This morning bus tour is a great way for all of the family to see Rotorua's leading attractions providing an informative insight into some of New Zealand's most stunning countryside Price: £71 | Duration: day tour | |
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4WD Bush Safari Take control with this hands on, adventure packed 4WD safari through native New Zealand forest. Price: £55 | Duration: day tour | |
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Rainbow Springs & Kiwi Encounter Behind the Scenes Tour Get to know New Zealand's shy, nocturnal national icon in this endearing experience. A must for all the family. Price: £22 | Duration: day tour | |
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Waimangu Valley Walk & Boat Cruise Discover the natural beauty, learn local legend and explore the geothermal wonderland that make Rotorua so special on this half day tour. Price: £43 | Duration: day tour | |
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Volcanic Adventure Helicopter Flight Without exaggeration, it can be said that Rotorua is one of the geothermal wonders of the world. Join your flight crew to commence an unforgettable helicopter flight excursion through some of the local area’s most prominent volcanic landmarks, from crater lakes to the unique Tarawera Fall. Price: £329 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Huka Falls |
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The Huka Falls are a set of waterfalls on the Waikato River near Taupo, where the river waters are squeezed though a narrow canyon and tumble over a series of short drops. They can be explored by air or by jet boat, where you can to within a few metres of the base. |
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Huka Falls Jet Marvel at the incredible water level views of the spectacular Huka Falls as you slide past cliffs and trees at an incredible 80km an hour. Then get ready for the trademark 360 degree spins, leaving you with a beaming smile and a heart pumping with adrenalin. Price: £57 | Duration: day tour | |
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Taste of Taupo Helicopter Flight Experience the highlights of the Taupo area by air on this exciting helicopter flight. Encounter the power of nature as world famous Huka Falls thunders by below your helicopter Price: £134 | Duration: day tour | |
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Whangarei
Stadium: Okara Park (capacity 18,000)
Pool A - Tonga vs Canada (Sep 14th), Tonga vs Japan (Sep 21st)
Nearby Attractions: Bay of Islands |
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The Bay of Islands in the north of New Zealand is a popular sailing, fishing and dolphin watching destination. As well as the breathtaking scenery, including the famous 'Hole in the Rock', the region is also of historical significance, having been an important Maori centre and the first area in New Zealand to be settled by Europeans. |
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Bay of Islands Day Tour & Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise from Auckland Make the most of this popular day tour from Auckland with return coach travel to Paihia, including a spectacular dolphin watching cruise in the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands. Price: £137 | Duration: day tour | |
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Dolphin Cruise to the Hole in the Rock Explore the amazing Bay of Islands and swim with the playful Bottlenose dolphins that call its warm waters home on this fun packed boat cruise. Price: £62 | Duration: day tour | |
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R Tucker Thompson Tall Ship Sailing Adventure Explore the beautiful Bay of Islands aboard the iconic "R. Tucker Thompson" tall ship. Take the opportunity to set the sails, ride the bowsprit and climb the rigging or simply relax while the crew command this impressive ship as it sails across the Bay. Price: £83 | Duration: day tour | |
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Bay of Islands and Hole in the Rock Scenic Helicopter Tour Discover the natural beauty of the Bay of Islands and enjoy wonderful aerial views of Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock on this memorable Bay of Islands helicopter sightseeing tour from Paihia. Price: £131 | Duration: day tour | |
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Napier
Stadium: McLean Park (capacity 15,000)
Pool A - France vs Canada (Sep 18th), Canada vs Japan (Sep 27th)
Nearby Attractions: Huka Falls |
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The Huka Falls are a set of waterfalls on the Waikato River near Taupo, where the river waters are squeezed though a narrow canyon and tumble over a series of short drops. They can be explored by air or by jet boat, where you can to within a few metres of the base. |
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Huka Falls Jet Marvel at the incredible water level views of the spectacular Huka Falls as you slide past cliffs and trees at an incredible 80km an hour. Then get ready for the trademark 360 degree spins, leaving you with a beaming smile and a heart pumping with adrenalin. Price: £57 | Duration: day tour | |
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Taste of Taupo Helicopter Flight Experience the highlights of the Taupo area by air on this exciting helicopter flight. Encounter the power of nature as world famous Huka Falls thunders by below your helicopter Price: £134 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Tongariro National Park |
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Tongariro National Park is located in central North Island, New Zealand's oldest national park and a world heritage site. Centred around three volcanoes (Mounts Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro), it boasts spectacular scenery and is a popular tourist destination. Some of the park's activities include hiking in the summer, skiing and snowboarding in winter (July to November), whitewater rafting, horse riding and scenic flights, as well as Lord of the Rings tours to visit some of the films' locations. |
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Northern Circuit Scenic Flight Soar over the azure crater lakes and jagged mountains of Tongariro National Park World Heritage Site on this breathtaking scenic flight. Price: £101 | Duration: day tour | |
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New Plymouth
Stadium: Yarrow Stadium (capacity 26,000)
Pool C - Ireland vs United States (Sep 11th), Russia vs United States (Sep 15th)
Pool D - Wales vs Namibia (Sep 26th)
Nearby Attractions: Tongariro National Park |
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Tongariro National Park is located in central North Island, New Zealand's oldest national park and a world heritage site. Centred around three volcanoes (Mounts Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro), it boasts spectacular scenery and is a popular tourist destination. Some of the park's activities include hiking in the summer, skiing and snowboarding in winter (July to November), whitewater rafting, horse riding and scenic flights, as well as Lord of the Rings tours to visit some of the films' locations. |
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Northern Circuit Scenic Flight Soar over the azure crater lakes and jagged mountains of Tongariro National Park World Heritage Site on this breathtaking scenic flight. Price: £101 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Waitomo Caves |
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The Waitomo Caves are a village and cave system in the Waikato region of New Zealand, believed to be over 2 million years old. Tours can explore the stalagmites, stalactites and glow worms of the caves, or for the more adventurous a chance to tube, swim and crawl through the caves. |
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Waitomo Caves and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland Enjoy two of New Zealand's famous destinations in one day. Take a guided tour of Waitomo Cave's stalactites and glowworms before heading to the bubbling mud pools and geysers of Rotorua. Price: £166 | Duration: day tour | |
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Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Explore this amazing underground world on a fully guided tour of the Waitomo Caves, including a visit through the breathtaking starry wonderland of the Glow Worm Grotto. Price: £27 | Duration: day tour | |
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Tumu Tumu Toobing Blackwater Rafting Tube, crawl, float, swim and scramble along the underground river on this fun and challenging adventure through the unspoilt beauty of the Waitomo Caves. Price: £84 | Duration: day tour | |
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Palmerston North
Stadium: Arena Manawatu (capacity 15,000)
Pool B - Georgia vs Romania (Sep 28th), Argentina vs Georgia (Oct 2nd)
Nearby Attractions: Tongariro National Park |
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Tongariro National Park is located in central North Island, New Zealand's oldest national park and a world heritage site. Centred around three volcanoes (Mounts Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro), it boasts spectacular scenery and is a popular tourist destination. Some of the park's activities include hiking in the summer, skiing and snowboarding in winter (July to November), whitewater rafting, horse riding and scenic flights, as well as Lord of the Rings tours to visit some of the films' locations. |
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Northern Circuit Scenic Flight Soar over the azure crater lakes and jagged mountains of Tongariro National Park World Heritage Site on this breathtaking scenic flight. Price: £101 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nelson
Stadium: Trafalgar Park (capacity 18,000)
Pool C - Italy vs Russia (Sep 20th), Italy vs United States (Sep 27th), Australia vs Russia (Oct 1st)
Nearby Attractions: Abel Tasman National Park |
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New Zealand's smallest national park is located on the northwestern tip of South Island. Inland it comprises forested, hilly landscapes, popular for hiking, whilst the stunning waters of Golden Bay and Tasman Bay on the coast are great destinations for sailing and kayaking. |
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Abel Tasman Kayak, Seals and Walk Tour ex Motueka Discover the natural beauty of the amazing Abel Tasman National Park as you cruise, kayak and wander along the magnificent coastline. Price: £96 | Duration: day tour | |
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Abel Tasman Sailing Adventure A day of fun and relaxation awaits, as you board a beautiful catamaran and set sail along New Zealand’s coastal paradise. Price: £123 | Duration: day tour | |
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Abel Tasman Seals & Beach (Staying in Motueka Area) Spend a leisurely day exploring New Zealand's finest coastal National Park as you cruise aboard the state-of-the-art Abel Tasman Voyager and also wander around spectacular Bark Bay estuary. Price: £49 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Marlborough |
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The Marlborough Region in northeastern South Island is famous for being the centre of the New Zealand wine industry, with 62% of the country's vineyards located here. A tour of some of these vineyards allows you to taste the wines produced here, including the world class Sauvignon Blanc. Elsewhere the spectacular coastline of the Marlborough Sounds can be explored on foot or by kayak. |
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Wairau Plains Wine Walk Tour ex Blenheim This is a great tour for those who enjoy wine and walking. You will walk down quiet lanes and cross stunning vineyards where you will be free to stroll from cellar door to cellar door. Price: £123 | Duration: day tour | |
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Full Day Wine Experience- Marlborough Region On this exclusive tour, you will travel to the heart of New Zealand's primary wine-making district famous for floral sauvignon blancs, chardonnays and fruity reislings. Price: £54 | Duration: day tour | |
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Queen Charlotte Track One Day Guided Cruise and Walk ex Blenheim This is a great trip for those who have limited time or don't want to walk the whole 71km trail but do want to get a snapshot into some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in the world. Price: £225 | Duration: day tour | |
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Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spa Perfect for experienced fishermen or absolute beginners, enjoy the tranquillity of Marlborough's sheltered waterways and abundance of game fish including snapper, hake, barracouda and blue cod. Price: £45 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Kaikoura |
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Kaikoura is a town on the east coast of South Island, located in a spectacular setting beneath the Seaward Kaikoura Mountains. Formerly a whaling centre, Kaikoura is now one of the best places in the world for whale watching, particularly of the giant Sperm Whale. There are also many other wildlife encounters, including swimming with dusky dolphins, viewing a colony of Southern Fur seals and birdwatching of seabirds such as the albatross, petrel and shearwater. |
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Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch This tour, perfect for nature lovers, gives you the opportunity to experience Sperm Whales, Dusky Dolphins, and a fur seal colony in the unspoilt waters of the South Pacific Ocean, as well as a chance to sample wine from a local boutique vineyard. Price: £160 | Duration: day tour | |
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Whale Watch Kaikoura Get up close and personal with giant Sperm Whales in their natural habitat on this dream encounter. Price: £83 | Duration: day tour | |
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Dolphin Encounter Kaikoura - Swim with Dolphins Swim with playful, acrobatic Dusky Dolphins in their natural environment in this experience of a lifetime off the coast of Kaikoura. Price: £98 | Duration: day tour | |
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Wings Over Whales This tour will afford you not only spectacular aerial views over the Kaikoura Peninsula and the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges, but you will also see the majestic Sperm Whale in its natural habitat. Price: £95 | Duration: day tour | |
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Dolphin Encounter Kaikoura- Non-swimming Admire playful, acrobatic Dusky Dolphins in their natural environment in this experience of a lifetime off the coast of Kaikoura. Price: £46 | Duration: day tour | |
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Kaikoura Albatross Encounter Experience the sensation of getting close to the mighty Albatross, one of the world's largest flight birds. Price: £66 | Duration: day tour | |
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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch Swim with playful Dusky Dolphins in their natural environment on this day tour to Kaikoura, one of New Zealand's leading eco-tourism destinations and world-renowned for its variety of marine mammals. Price: £171 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Hanmer Springs |
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The small town of Hanmer Springs is famous for its natural hot springs and the relaxing and therapeutic effect they have. For a more active experience, the surrounding area offers hiking, bungee jumping and the chance to jet boat or whitewater raft along the Waiau River. |
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Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve Any tensions simply melt away after a day exploring with a soak in these natural mineral pools surrounded by native bush. Price: £13 | Duration: day tour | |
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Hanmer Springs Spa Pamper Indulge in a pampering spa package surrounded by New Zealand native bush before slipping into the therapeutic waters of the Hanmer Springs natural hot water springs. Price: £77 | Duration: day tour | |
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Jet the Waiau Gorge Jet boat the entire length of the magnificent Waiau Gorge in this thrilling adventure! Stunning scenery and a breathtaking ride await you Price: £62 | Duration: day tour | |
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Rafting the Waiau River This thrilling tour takes you down the tumbling Waiau River in an adventure that all the family will love. Price: £78 | Duration: day tour | |
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Dunedin
Stadium: Otago Stadium (capacity 30,000)
Pool B - Argentina vs England (Sep 10th), England vs Georgia (Sep 18th), England vs Romania (Sep 24th)
Pool C - Ireland vs Italy (Oct 2nd)
Tours & Activities of and from Dunedin |
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Explore the fascinating landscapes of Otago Province near Dunedin by travelling on the Taieri Gorge Railway and discovering the wildlife of the Otago Peninsula. |
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Peninsula Encounters Tour Including Monarch Wildlife Cruise Perfect for nature lovers, and a 'must-see' for bird watchers, this tour takes you to the South Island's most accessible sea and wild life area where you will discover the diverse wildlife which has flourished in the unusual landscape of the Otago Peninsula. Price: £83 | Duration: day tour | |
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Taieri Gorge Railway Sit back and watch the world go by as you wind through stunning scenery on this journey towards Central Otago, through hand carved tunnels and awe-inspiring viaducts. Price: £49 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Te Wahipounamu (South West New Zealand) |
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Te Wahipounamu is a World Heritage Site in south-western South Island which incorporates several national parks. It is a region of outstanding and spectacular natural beauty, with dramatic mountains, glaciers, lakes, waterfalls and caves. Mount Cook National Park is home to New Zealand's highest mountain, Aoraki/Mount Cook, and 18 other peaks over 3,000 metres. Fiordland National Park is renowned for its spectacular coastline of fiords from the valleys of the Southern Alps, several large lakes and the spectacular Sutherland Falls. Westland National Park is home to two popular glaciers - Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Te Wahipounamu can be explored by tramping, flights, heli-hiking and coastal cruises through the tours below. |
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Milford Sound Tour and Cruise from Queenstown Take an unforgettable journey into the heart of Milford Sound. You'll experience the world famous fiord - rich in dense rainforest, glacier carved valleys and beautiful waterfalls. Price: £108 | Duration: day tour | |
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Fox Glacier Guided Half Day Walk Explore the Fox Glacier's sapphire tinged canyons and vast crevasses in safety and comfort on this fully guided half day tour. Price: £66 | Duration: day tour | |
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Heli Hiking Fox Glacier This unrivalled experience combines an exhilarating helicopter flight with the thrill of exploring the gleaming icy sculptures and caves of this spectacular glacier that would otherwise be virtually inaccessible. Price: £235 | Duration: day tour | |
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Heli-Hiking Franz Josef Glacier Combine the thrill of a scenic helicopter flight over one of the world's most spectacular glaciers, with the unforgettable opportunity to walk amongst the ice caves and incredible ice formations of this pristine alpine wilderness. Price: £230 | Duration: day tour | |
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The Grand Traverse of Mount Cook Soar over a snowy wonderland filled with towering icy peaks, azure blue lakes and sparkling glaciers in this flight of a lifetime over Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Price: £185 | Duration: day tour | |
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Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight This fantastic tour provides the unique opportunity to see two of New Zealand's most famous glaciers in one incredible helicopter flight. Price: £162 | Duration: day tour | |
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Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Flight Fly over the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park and walk on a glacier on this a unforgettable ski plane flight! Price: £233 | Duration: day tour | |
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Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight Expect amazing aerial views on this exciting helicopter flight over dramatically contrasting landscapes, then land on a glacier to play in the snow. Price: £169 | Duration: day tour | |
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Tasman Glacier Boat Cruise Experience the grandeur of New Zealand's largest glacier from the waters of Lake Tasman on this educational tour suitable for all ages. Price: £80 | Duration: day tour | |
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Te Anau Glowworm Caves & Launch Excursion Explore the cascading waterfalls of Lake Te Anau and experience the glow worm grotto deep in the magical limestone caves of the Fiordland National Park. Price: £38 | Duration: day tour | |
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Milford Sound Tour and Cruise from Te Anau Combine a luxury coach tour through spectacular alpine scenery in one of New Zealand's more remote areas with a cruise on Milford Sound on this full day tour of Fiordland National Park. Price: £107 | Duration: day tour | |
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Siberia Experience - Fly-Walk-Jetboat This exhilarating tour offers a great value combination of flying, walking and jet boating to ensure a unique experience of the wild Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area (Te Wahipounamu). Price: £197 | Duration: day tour | |
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Milford Sound Fly Over Soar over the spectacular Mount Aspiring and Fiordland World Heritage National Parks and experience the thrill of flying over countless glaciers and the entire length of awesome Milford Sound. Price: £207 | Duration: day tour | |
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Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier Fly over two of New Zealand's most famous glaciers before touching down on the at the head of either the Franz Josef or Fox Glacier. Take advantage of the terrific photo opportunities of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman while landed on the snow. Price: £169 | Duration: day tour | |
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Mount Cook Day Tour from Christchurch Travel by road to Mount Cook, Australasia's highest mountain, through the spectacular scenery of the Canterbury Plains, the foothills of the Southern Alps and the MacKenzie Basin. Price: £171 | Duration: day tour | |
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Milford Sound Tour and Cruise from Te Anau Be mesmerized by the World Heritage listed Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound on this scenic tour from Te Anau. Price: £80 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Queenstown |
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Queenstown is known as the 'Adventure Capital of the World' with a wide range of adrenaline activities available in and near the town. These include skydiving, bungee jumping, whitewater rafting and jetboating. It also has four mountain skifields and the option of cross-country skiing whilst the spectacular surrounding countryside, used for much of the Lord of the Rings filming, is a popular tramping destination. Back in town, Queenstown is renowned for its excellent restaurants and vibrant nightlife. |
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Queenstown Skydive - 12,000 Feet Expect sensory overload as your mind/body/soul fight against every natural self preservatory urge. It takes a certain kind of person to jump from an aircraft into thin air. Price: £189 | Duration: day tour | |
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Dart River Wilderness Safari Experience the thrill of jet boating along the picturesque Dart River valley then explore ancient beech forests which lie unchanged over millions of years in this amazing tour of stunning Mount Aspiring National Park. Price: £118 | Duration: day tour | |
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Safari of the Scenes 4WD Tour This thrilling, full day 4WD safari will take you to the heart of the beautiful New Zealand high country which surrounds Queenstown visiting many of the areas used for filming on Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings films. Price: £90 | Duration: day tour | |
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Grand Circle Helicopter Flight Experience breathtaking views on this helicopter flight over the spectacular Wakatipu basin, past the wild Shotover River and above the magnificent landscape used in the filming of Lord of the Rings Price: £167 | Duration: day tour | |
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Kawarau Bridge Bungy Jump The AJ Hackett bungy jump from the Kawarau Bridge is the world's first commercial bungy jump and perhaps the most notorious. Price: £101 | Duration: day tour | |
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Champagne Picnic on a Peak An exclusive helicopter flight takes you into the breathtaking New Zealand wilderness and the chance to enjoy a delightful a champagne picnic in complete seclusion. Price: £410 | Duration: day tour | |
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Shotover Jet Boat Ride Experience the thrill of your life with a fast and furious jet boat ride! Really get your adrenaline pumping with this high-speed trip down the legendary Shotover River Price: £65 | Duration: day tour | |
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Shotover River Rafting Renowned as the ultimate White Water Rafting experience, this tour will take you on a wild adventure through the tumbling rapids of the magnificent Shotover River. Price: £115 | Duration: day tour | |
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Shotover River Heli-Rafting An adrenalin-fuelled helicopter ride will add to the rush of Shotover Rafting on this half day excursion. Renowned as the ultimate White Water Rafting experience, this tour will take you on a wild adventure through the tumbling rapids of the magnificent Shotover River. Price: £171 | Duration: day tour | |
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Milford Sound Tour and Cruise from Queenstown Take an unforgettable journey into the heart of Milford Sound. You'll experience the world famous fiord - rich in dense rainforest, glacier carved valleys and beautiful waterfalls. Price: £108 | Duration: day tour | |
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Safari of the Scenes 4WD Tour - Glenorchy For Lord of the Rings fans, this is the trip that really does take you There and Back again. This scenic sightseeing tour includes recognisable film locations and stunning natural scenery. Price: £90 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Te Wahipounamu (South West New Zealand) |
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Te Wahipounamu is a World Heritage Site in south-western South Island which incorporates several national parks. It is a region of outstanding and spectacular natural beauty, with dramatic mountains, glaciers, lakes, waterfalls and caves. Mount Cook National Park is home to New Zealand's highest mountain, Aoraki/Mount Cook, and 18 other peaks over 3,000 metres. Fiordland National Park is renowned for its spectacular coastline of fiords from the valleys of the Southern Alps, several large lakes and the spectacular Sutherland Falls. Westland National Park is home to two popular glaciers - Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Te Wahipounamu can be explored by tramping, flights, heli-hiking and coastal cruises through the tours below. |
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Click here to see 16 short tours and activities for Te Wahipounamu (South West New Zealand).
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Milford Sound Tour and Cruise from Queenstown Take an unforgettable journey into the heart of Milford Sound. You'll experience the world famous fiord - rich in dense rainforest, glacier carved valleys and beautiful waterfalls. Price: £108 | Duration: day tour | |
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Fox Glacier Guided Half Day Walk Explore the Fox Glacier's sapphire tinged canyons and vast crevasses in safety and comfort on this fully guided half day tour. Price: £66 | Duration: day tour | |
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Heli Hiking Fox Glacier This unrivalled experience combines an exhilarating helicopter flight with the thrill of exploring the gleaming icy sculptures and caves of this spectacular glacier that would otherwise be virtually inaccessible. Price: £235 | Duration: day tour | |
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Heli-Hiking Franz Josef Glacier Combine the thrill of a scenic helicopter flight over one of the world's most spectacular glaciers, with the unforgettable opportunity to walk amongst the ice caves and incredible ice formations of this pristine alpine wilderness. Price: £230 | Duration: day tour | |
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The Grand Traverse of Mount Cook Soar over a snowy wonderland filled with towering icy peaks, azure blue lakes and sparkling glaciers in this flight of a lifetime over Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Price: £185 | Duration: day tour | |
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Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight This fantastic tour provides the unique opportunity to see two of New Zealand's most famous glaciers in one incredible helicopter flight. Price: £162 | Duration: day tour | |
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Glacier Highlights Ski Plane Flight Fly over the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park and walk on a glacier on this a unforgettable ski plane flight! Price: £233 | Duration: day tour | |
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Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight Expect amazing aerial views on this exciting helicopter flight over dramatically contrasting landscapes, then land on a glacier to play in the snow. Price: £169 | Duration: day tour | |
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Tasman Glacier Boat Cruise Experience the grandeur of New Zealand's largest glacier from the waters of Lake Tasman on this educational tour suitable for all ages. Price: £80 | Duration: day tour | |
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Te Anau Glowworm Caves & Launch Excursion Explore the cascading waterfalls of Lake Te Anau and experience the glow worm grotto deep in the magical limestone caves of the Fiordland National Park. Price: £38 | Duration: day tour | |
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Milford Sound Tour and Cruise from Te Anau Combine a luxury coach tour through spectacular alpine scenery in one of New Zealand's more remote areas with a cruise on Milford Sound on this full day tour of Fiordland National Park. Price: £107 | Duration: day tour | |
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Siberia Experience - Fly-Walk-Jetboat This exhilarating tour offers a great value combination of flying, walking and jet boating to ensure a unique experience of the wild Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area (Te Wahipounamu). Price: £197 | Duration: day tour | |
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Milford Sound Fly Over Soar over the spectacular Mount Aspiring and Fiordland World Heritage National Parks and experience the thrill of flying over countless glaciers and the entire length of awesome Milford Sound. Price: £207 | Duration: day tour | |
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Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier Fly over two of New Zealand's most famous glaciers before touching down on the at the head of either the Franz Josef or Fox Glacier. Take advantage of the terrific photo opportunities of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman while landed on the snow. Price: £169 | Duration: day tour | |
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Mount Cook Day Tour from Christchurch Travel by road to Mount Cook, Australasia's highest mountain, through the spectacular scenery of the Canterbury Plains, the foothills of the Southern Alps and the MacKenzie Basin. Price: £171 | Duration: day tour | |
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Milford Sound Tour and Cruise from Te Anau Be mesmerized by the World Heritage listed Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound on this scenic tour from Te Anau. Price: £80 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Stewart Island - Rakiura |
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Stewart Island or Rakiura is New Zealand's third largest island, lying 30km south of South Island. With a population of only 400 and little development the island retains a pristine natural landscape with many unique bird species that have thrived with the absence of predators. The island has a wet climate and is heavily forested and is surrounded by numerous smaller islands of ecological interest. Rakiura is also a great location to view the Aurora Australis, or Southern Lights, due to its southern latitude. |
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Ulva Island - Birds & Forest This half day walking tour on the wildlife sanctuary of Ulva Island gives you the chance to see ancient native forest and many species of bird that are rare or endangered elsewhere in New Zealand. Price: £60 | Duration: day tour | |
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Stewart Island Coastal Highlights This full day walking tour takes in Stewart Island's beautiful, windswept coastline and the site of early Maori and European settlements. Price: £126 | Duration: day tour | |
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Nearby Attractions: Queenstown |
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Queenstown is known as the 'Adventure Capital of the World' with a wide range of adrenaline activities available in and near the town. These include skydiving, bungee jumping, whitewater rafting and jetboating. It also has four mountain skifields and the option of cross-country skiing whilst the spectacular surrounding countryside, used for much of the Lord of the Rings filming, is a popular tramping destination. Back in town, Queenstown is renowned for its excellent restaurants and vibrant nightlife. |
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Queenstown Skydive - 12,000 Feet Expect sensory overload as your mind/body/soul fight against every natural self preservatory urge. It takes a certain kind of person to jump from an aircraft into thin air. Price: £189 | Duration: day tour | |
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Dart River Wilderness Safari Experience the thrill of jet boating along the picturesque Dart River valley then explore ancient beech forests which lie unchanged over millions of years in this amazing tour of stunning Mount Aspiring National Park. Price: £118 | Duration: day tour | |
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Safari of the Scenes 4WD Tour This thrilling, full day 4WD safari will take you to the heart of the beautiful New Zealand high country which surrounds Queenstown visiting many of the areas used for filming on Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings films. Price: £90 | Duration: day tour | |
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Grand Circle Helicopter Flight Experience breathtaking views on this helicopter flight over the spectacular Wakatipu basin, past the wild Shotover River and above the magnificent landscape used in the filming of Lord of the Rings Price: £167 | Duration: day tour | |
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Kawarau Bridge Bungy Jump The AJ Hackett bungy jump from the Kawarau Bridge is the world's first commercial bungy jump and perhaps the most notorious. Price: £101 | Duration: day tour | |
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Champagne Picnic on a Peak An exclusive helicopter flight takes you into the breathtaking New Zealand wilderness and the chance to enjoy a delightful a champagne picnic in complete seclusion. Price: £410 | Duration: day tour | |
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Shotover Jet Boat Ride Experience the thrill of your life with a fast and furious jet boat ride! Really get your adrenaline pumping with this high-speed trip down the legendary Shotover River Price: £65 | Duration: day tour | |
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Shotover River Rafting Renowned as the ultimate White Water Rafting experience, this tour will take you on a wild adventure through the tumbling rapids of the magnificent Shotover River. Price: £115 | Duration: day tour | |
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Shotover River Heli-Rafting An adrenalin-fuelled helicopter ride will add to the rush of Shotover Rafting on this half day excursion. Renowned as the ultimate White Water Rafting experience, this tour will take you on a wild adventure through the tumbling rapids of the magnificent Shotover River. Price: £171 | Duration: day tour | |
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Milford Sound Tour and Cruise from Queenstown Take an unforgettable journey into the heart of Milford Sound. You'll experience the world famous fiord - rich in dense rainforest, glacier carved valleys and beautiful waterfalls. Price: £108 | Duration: day tour | |
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Safari of the Scenes 4WD Tour - Glenorchy For Lord of the Rings fans, this is the trip that really does take you There and Back again. This scenic sightseeing tour includes recognisable film locations and stunning natural scenery. Price: £90 | Duration: day tour | |
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