Whitewater Rafting and Jetboating: Experience rafting on the Shotover River and the world's most exciting jetboat ride! Begin with a Shotover Jet ride - an adrenaline rush you will never forget. From the moment the accelerator hits the floor, your adrenaline hits the roof as you power down the Shotover River, its an amazing ride! Your driver skillfully whips the boat past rocky outcrops, skims around crags and boulders and then spins the boat around 360 degrees in its own boat length! Next, face the whitewater of the famous Shotover River. Rafting from Deep Creek over peaceful waters at first, we head toward the exhilarating rapids of Rock Garden, Shark Fin, Jaws, Sequel and the unforgettable 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel before bursting into Cascade Rapid to complete this adrenaline fuelled adventure! Min. age 13 yrs.
Routeburn Track One Day Guided Walk: Your walk begins among towering ancient beech trees and blankets of moss and fern, climbing gradually and skirting the thundering Routeburn River. Just 90 breathtaking minutes later the woodland parts to reveal the rich grassland of Routeburn Flats, overlooked by cloud-scraping mountain stacks. A short stride through more alpine forest, the walk continues to climb through a vast alpine meadow to the Harris Saddle, some 1300 metres above sea level. High up in the clear mountain air a 360-degree view looks out along the Hollyford Valley to the Tasman Sea, and inland. Tthe duration of this walk is entirely flexible and dependent on the group's fitness levels (this can be privately guided also). You can enjoy anything from 4 to 14 miles return journey.
Milford Sound: Experience New Zealand fiords and spectacular alpine scenery via luxury glass-roofed coach transport from Queenstown to Milford Sound, with a 2hr 30min Nature Cruise along the full length of the spectacular fiord, before returning to Queenstown via scenic flight. Another option is to experience an incredible scenic flight, and cruise with panoramic views of the spectacular alpine scenery and rainforest. On reaching Milford Sound, board a luxury vessel for a cruise the full length of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea. The vessel provides excellent viewing opportunities to enjoy waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife. A comprehensive commentary is presented during the cruise.
Gourmet Wine Tour: Visit some of the world's Southernmost premier vineyards in the Central Otago region. Take a tour of New Zealands largest underground wine cave and explore your senses at The Big Picture, the worlds first visual and sensory wine experience. Enjoy a delightful gourmet platter lunch and mid-morning cheese tasting during the tour. Seasonal visit to a local fruit orchard. Includes lunch and all tastings. Full or (Boutique half day) tour available. Maximum group size 10.
4WD Safari of the Scenes: Explore Queenstown's scenic highlights and locations used for Lord of the Rings filming. There are no sets left, just the gorgeous scenery featured in the films. Glenorchy half day tour offers breathtaking mountain and forest views along the shores of Lake Wakatipu. See film locations of Isengard and Ithilien Camp, plus beech forests near those used for Lothlorien. Wakatipu half day tour offers goldpanning, 4WD river crossings and diverse scenery - from towns, to rolling farmland, mountains, to the famous Kawarau bungy bridge. Views of the film locations of Minas Tirith, Misty Mountains, the Pillars of the Kings (Argonath), the site of Isildur's fall, & the Ford of Bruinen and Deer Park Heights, where the Rohan refugees and the battle with the Wargs were filmed.
TSS Earnslaw & High Country Farm: Relive the elegance of turn-of-the-century travel with a cruise aboard the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw, the only coal fired passenger carrying vessel still operating in the southern hemisphere. Affectionately known as the “Lady of the Lake”, the TSS Earnslaw has been transporting goods to remote settlements and conveying passengers on beautiful Lake Wakatipu since 1912. What better way to view the magnificent scenery & gain a charming insight into New Zealand high country life than by taking a cruise to Walter Peaks High Country Farm, on the western shores. Upon arrival at Walter Peak join a farm or saddle up for a horse trek across the stunning countryside or enjoy a barbecue lunch or evening dining in the Colonel’s Homestead.
Dart River Safari: Taking you to the heart of a World Heritage Park, experience the most scenic Jet Boating in New Zealand. A 1hr 30min ride along the Dart River amongst towering mountains and the refreshingly beautiful wilderness of the Mt Aspiring National Park. Then take ashore for an easy walk of 20-40 minutes through ancient forests, unchanged for 80 million years. Hear an informative and entertaining commentary on the area and its history - including quest by early Maori for highly prized pounamu (greenstone). Board your back road coach for a journey to Paradise and beyond. This 40-50 min trip allows the opportunity to explore a region filled with spectacular vistas which have inspired many talented film makers to bring their projects to this area, including Lord of the Rings.
The Ride of the Rings Horse Trekking: Experience the excitement and splendour of riding through "The Lord of the Rings" country. Be transported to Middle-Earth astride your own steed! Following the beautiful drive along the shores of Lake Wakatipu, passing Ithilien and stopping en-route to admire The Misty Mountains, you arrive in Paradise. Winding through the golden woods of Lothlórien, passing Amon Hen, the track opens up and the 'Golden Mile' begins. From here the views of the Wizard's Vale and the mighty peak of Methedras are breathtaking. A gradual descent takes riders down into Nan Curunír, finally dismounting at the base of Isengard. Glenorchy and its surroundings areas are arguably the most stunning areas in New Zealand. Probably one of the most scenic horse rides in the world. Suitable for beginner riders.
Queenstown Heli Flights: New Zealand is a land of spectacular contrasts. Our landscape changes from the woven greens and golds of our plains to jagged, snow-capped Alps in a matter of minutes. Flying by helicopter is a truly thrilling sensation anywhere in the world, but experiencing it in New Zealand. Now that is something very special indeed. There are a wide variety of heli flights available.
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise & Coach: Absolute wilderness and wildlife experience. On boarding the coach in Queenstown, enjoy a relaxing trip along the shores of Lake Wakatipu and through the rolling countryside to Pearl Harbour, Manapouri. Join a boat cruise across picturesque Lake Manapouri before traveling by coach through dense rainforest across Wilmot Pass. There are opportunities along the way to examine the plant life and view the spectacular scenery. Once at Deep Cove, you will board the catamaran for a 3 hour cruise of beautiful Doubtful Sound. There is excellent viewing of waterfalls, rainforest and mountains. Of particular interest, if sighted, are fur seals basking on the rocks, or a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins. Rare Fiordland Crested Penguins are sometimes encountered. Understanding of the area is greatly enhanced by the interesting on-board commentary.
Dart River Funyaks: The best way to see, touch and feel the breathtaking Dart River valley. Journey into the pristine wilderness of a World Heritage Area, deep into the heart of Mt Aspiring National Park, in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. Your Dart River experience has a magnificent backdrop. Snow capped mountains range over a glacial valley, blanketed by ancient forest, it's breathtaking. Travel by jetboat to the upper part of the Dart River, and then at your own pace paddle downstream, exploring some of the many safe and intriguing chasms and byrnes along the way down. The colour of the water in these areas is spectacular. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch and return through Paradise. Funyaks is suitable for most ages with average fitness, no previous experience is required.
Trails of Middle Earth: Visit Lord of the Rings Filming Locations. See the scene from the Flight to the Ford. The River Anduin and river that Aragorn fell into in the Two Towers. The Pillars of the Kings is not far beyond and even without Isildur and Anarion standing guard. Stand in Gladden Fields where Isildur loses ring and life barely two years after cutting it from Saurons Hand. Walk up a beautiful mountain stream to the Ford of Bruinen to see where the Nazgul were challenged to come and claim him! Recall the scenes from The Two Towers as the refugees depart Edoras on the way to the safety of Helms Deep. See Aragorns cliff, Legolas leap and look out. Handle Narsil, Hadhafang, Sting, Gimlis Helm, Evenstar, Aragorn Ring and a real elven cloak with an elven mallorn leaf brooch. Full day tour.
Bungy Jump: Kawarau Bridge - The world's first commerical bungy site! The Kawarau Bridge Bungy - home to the original 43-metre (142ft) Bungy Jump. If you've heard of Bungy, you've heard of Kawarau. The world's first and most infamous of leaps is still going strong, with tens of thousands Bungying each year. At the world's best-loved Bungy site, you can choose from a number of options; topple over backwards, forwards, with another person, spin or somersault. Kawarau Bridge Bungy is also the only Bungy in Queenstown where you can choose to bob above the water, touch it, or be fully immersed. Minimum age 10 years.
Picnic on a Peak: Romance your loved one on a secluded mountain peak! Helicopter to a secluded and remote area nestled amongst the majesty of the mountains, nature and silence. Enjoy a romantic leisurely champagne luncheon and time in the wilderness alone before calling on the helicopter to return you to civilization. This is truly an experience you'll treasure forever.
Queenstown Sea Kayaks: A full or half day excursion with Queenstown Sea Kayaks will give you the opportunity to view the awesome scenery and environment of Queenstown, while enjoying time on the water. Along with full safety and operational briefing, expert instructors will give commentary on the area's history and flora/fauna during the paddle.
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