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Within
this detailed itinerary you will find lists of accommodation
and activity operators in each New Zealand area.
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Beside
each of these operators names is either a nightly price indication
or a brief description about their operation. For more information
and to make a booking with each individual operator, simply
click the operators name which is an active link to their
web page. On their web page you can read more about their
establishment and are able to make enquiries and bookings
directly with them.
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21 Day New Zealand Heritage Tour
Auckland
- Tauranga/Mt Maunganui - Whakatane - Rotorua - Lake Taupo - Wellington
- Kaikoura - Hanmer Springs - Christchurch/Banks Peninsula - Dunedin
- Oamaru/Timaru/Geraldine - Queenstown
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For
rental car options we recommend:
For
a guided tour using this itinerary contact Canterbury
Shuttles & Tours
and Ecotours
and Active Planet Ltd
Day
1 - Auckland/North
Auckland
Accommodation
Options:
Auckland
Districts
Hibiscus
Coast & Rodney District, North Auckland
(inc Orewa, Silverdale, Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Matakana Coast, Wellsford
& Warkworth)
- Ngapeka
House, Pakiri Beach, North Auckland (*POA)
- Takatu
Boutique Luxury Lodge & Vineyard, Matakana (*from
NZ$540 B&B)
- Wilson
House Bed & Breakfast, Warkworth (*from
NZ$110 B&B)
- Snells
Beach Motel, Snells Beach, Warkworth (*from
NZ$90)
- Gifford
Lodge, Matakana (*from
NZ$290 B&B)
- Matakana
House Motel, Matakana
(*from NZ$100)
- Walton
Park Motor Lodge, Warkworth (*from
NZ$105)
- Orewa
Beach Top 10 Holiday Park, Orewa Beach, Hibiscus Coast
(*from NZ$15pp to NZ$65pp)
- Mineral
Park Motel, Parakai, North Auckland (*from
NZ$110)
- The
Ambers Bed & Breakfast, Silverdale, Hibiscus Coast
(*from NZ$120 B&B)
- Hibiscus
Palms Motel, Orewa Beach, Hibiscus Coast (*from
NZ$78)
- The
Nautilus Luxury Apartments, Orewa Beach, Hibiscus Coast (*from
NZ$130)
- Leigh
Fishing Lodge, Leigh, Matakana Coast (*from
NZ$35pp/pn)
- Waimana
Point Luxury Accommodation, Warkworth, North Auckland (*from
NZ$450)
- The
Shanty Self-Catering Beachfront Apartment, Warkworth, North Auckland
(*from
NZ$295)
- Panorama
View Bed & Breakfast and Self-Contained Apartment, Tindalls Bay, Whangaparaoa
Peninsula (*POA)
- Castle
Court Motel, Wellsford, North Auckland (*from NZ$80)
- The
Salty Dog Inn Luxury Accommodation, Snells Beach, Warkworth
(*from NZ$105)
Auckland
Activity Options:
Auckland
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Coast
to Coast Tours -
Experience the culture and nature of West Auckland, visit wineries, Muriwai
Beach gannets, taste NZ honey plus more.
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Supa
Travel Express - Door to door airport shuttle
transfers Tauranga - Auckland - Hamilton - Rotorua. Charter/personalised
tours. Sports clubs, weddings, corporate functions.
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Luxury
Airport Shuttles & Tours - Door to door shuttle
service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding areas, Whakatane
& and Rotorua. Tours also available.
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Tall
Ship Soren Larsen - Adventure sail training cruises
in the tropical islands of the South Pacific and New Zealand’s Hauraki
Gulf and the Bay of Islands.
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Skydive
Auckland -
Situated
40 minutes south of Auckland, enabling both first time and experienced skydivers
to enjoy the 'ultimate high' in a safe, yet fun-filled environment.
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Sail
NZ -
Operating in Auckland and the Bay of Islands offering unique sailing adventures,
including the America's Cup Sailing Experience.
Hibiscus
Coast & Rodney District, North Auckland
(inc Orewa, Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Matakana Coast, Wellford & Warkworth)
- Matakana
Country Park, Matakana
- Surrounded by lush valleys in one of the most beautiful areas of the North
Island, the Park hosts a wide range of activities for adults and families.
- Warkworth
Taxi & Mini Bus Charters, Warkworth
- Customised tours and charters for individuals and groups. Airport shuttle
between Auckland Airport & Warkworth.
- SheepWorld
Farm & Nature Park, Warkworth - Experience
natural New Zealand at this beautiful farm and nature park. Informative
& fun - whatever your age, whatever the weather.
- Reubens
Water Taxis & Excursions, Warkworth - Sandspit
to Kawau Island servicing all jetties, Bays and close Islands. Approximately
a 15 minute trip from Sandspit. Kawau Island, Hauraki Gulf, Auckland, picnics,
diving and fishing excursions.
- Goat
Island Dive, Leigh, Matakana Coast
- Explore New Zealand's famous coastal aquarium Goat Island. Goat Island
Dive offer a variety of scuba diving, snorkelling and/or kayaking options
in a safe and protected environment
- Glass
Bottom Boat, Leigh, Matakana Coast -
Regular trips at the world renowned Goat Island Marine Reserve, Leigh, 90km's
north of Auckland.
- Leigh
Fishing Lodge & Charters, Leigh, Matakana Coast
- Fishing & diving charters available, as well as luxury chalet accommodation
in the beautiful town of Leigh.
- Slipray
Fishing Charters, Ti Point, Leigh, Matakana Coast
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50ft power catamaran specifically designed for line fishing & diving
charters, available for overnight and day trips.
- Pakiri
Beach Horse Rides, Pakiri Beach (near Wellsford),
North Auckland
- Horse trekking along breathtaking Pakiri Beach with guides with a local
history who will share tales of their ancestors.
Day
2 & 3 - Tauranga/Mt Maunganui
Tauranga/Mt
Maunganui Accommodation
Local
Activities
- Indigenous
Trails - A Maori
tour company offering a wide range of tours to destinations throughout New
Zealand that are not on traditional touring routes.
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- Supa
Travel Express -
Door to door airport shuttle transfers Tauranga - Auckland - Hamilton - Rotorua.
Charter/personalised tours. Sports clubs, weddings, corporate functions.
- Dolphin
Seafaris
- Watching and swimming with dolphins in the Bay of Plenty
area. Huge numbers of Dolphins, Whales, Orcas and an abundance of marine to
see.
- Luxury
Airport Shuttles & Tours -
Door to door shuttle service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding
areas, Whakatane, Taupo and Rotorua. Tours also available.
- Longridge
Fun Park
- Excitement, action & laughter with adventure jet boating, U-Drive four
wheel drives, Zespri kiwifruit and farm tours, and conference team building
activities.
Day
4 & 5 - Whakatane/Ohope Beach
Whakatane/Ohope
Beach Accommodation
Whakatane
Activities
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Longridge
Fun Park
- Excitement, action & laughter with adventure jet boating, U-Drive
four wheel drives, Zespri kiwifruit and farm tours, and conference team
building activities.
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Baker
Marine Charters Bay
of Plenty Game Fishing, Bottom fishing, SCUBA Diving, Snorkelling or just
having fun.
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Whales
& Dolphin Watch Come
and swim with the Dolphins in the clear blue subtropical waters in the Bay
of Plenty
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Dive
White Island Dive New Zealand's only active marine
volcano, White Island one of the worlds best scuba diving destinations!
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White
Island Tours An
in-depth guided tour of White Island. One of the world’s most interesting,
and New Zealand's most active volcano.
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Luxury
Airport Shuttles & Tours -
Door to door shuttle service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding
areas, Whakatane, Taupo and Rotorua. Tours also available.
Day
6 & 7 - Rotorua
Rotorua
Accommodation options:
Rotorua
Activity options:
- Tribal
Lights Cultural Theatre - Enjoy
a traditional NZ dinner and unforgettable experiences where the theatre
brings tribal and historical stories of Rotorua to life.
- The
Great Kiwi Lumberjack Show
- A unique 45 minute lumberjack show in a rainproof venue, fun for all ages.
Also onsite farm walks. Suitable for conferences & functions.
- New
Zealand Caterpillar Experience - View vintage Caterpillar®
earthmovers and machinery and enjoy an insight into how New Zealand's land
was changed by man and Caterpillar® machinery from the mid 19th century
through to today.
- Off
Road NZ - Your
one stop adventure centre - U Drive 4WD, Sprint Cars, Monster 4X4 thrillride,
calybird shooting, golf, archery.
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- Agroventures,
Rotorua -
Adventure activities in one location - Rotorua Bungy, Rotorua Swoop, Agrojet,
Freefall Xtreme, Shweeb.
- Kaitiaki
Adventures, Rotorua -
White water sledging and white water rafting adventure tours on many Rotorua
rivers including Kaituna, Rangitaiti & Wairoa.
- Rotorua
Travel Ltd - The only dedicated tourism company
specialising in combined sightseeing of attractions based in Rotorua.
- Hot
Spotz Luxury Shuttle - Day tours to all destinations,
airport pick-ups, charters for weddings, special occasions and corporate
functions.
- Waimangu
Volcanic Valley - Walk through craters and take a boat
cruise on the volcanic crater Lake Rotomahana to view amazing geothermal
activity.
- Wet
n Wild Rafting - Specialising in white water rafting
day trips on the Kaituna, Rangitaiki, Lower Rangitaiki and
Wairoa rivers, and in multi-day rafting expeditions, that include a range
of overnight to five day expeditions on the Motu and Upper and Lower Mohaka
Rivers.
- Rainbow
Springs Nature Park & Kiwi Encounter - View
NZ wildlife and the native Kiwi bird in a native bush setting
- Hells
Gate & Wai Ora Spa - New Zealand's only mud bath
spa complex
- Mitai
Maori Experience - A close up and personal Maori cultural
experience
- NZONE
Skydiving - Experience the thrill and excitement of a
parachute jump above Rotorua
- Pure
Dirt Bike Tours - Half, full days and multi day
dirt biking tours through unique forest areas which are closed to the public.
- The
Buried Village - New Zealand's 1886 Mt Tarawera Eruption,
Excavation, History and Gallery Museum
- Planet
Bike - Mountain bike hire, tours and adventure
combos in the scenic Whakarewarewa Forest.
- Helipro
- Offering
a selection of exciting and innovative scenic flight and charter options
by helicopter in Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty.
- Agrojet
- New Zealand's Fastest jetboating experience! Experience G-Forces not unlike
Formula ONE Race Cars!
- Volcanic
Air Safaris - Scenic air tours by float plane or helicopter,
providing the opportunity to overview the spectacular natural features of
Rotorua
- Walking
Legends Guided Walks - Day tours and 3 & 4
day guided walking tours through Te Urewera National Park & the Lake
Waikaremoana Track.
- The
Landing - Lake Tarawera - Casual lakeside dining
with Mt Tarawera as a backdrop, plus a base for boat cruises and many lake
activities.
- Mountain
Action -
4x4 quad bike tours and horse riding through breathtaking native bush along
the slopes of Mt Ngongotaha.
- Adventure
Kayaking -
offering quality wilderness excursions on Rotorua’s most spectacular
scenic lakes.
- Realm
of Tane - Taking you on an extraordinary journey
through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation.
- Supa
Travel Express - Door to door airport shuttle
transfers Tauranga - Auckland - Hamilton - Rotorua. Charter/personalised
tours. Sports clubs, weddings, corporate functions.
- Tamaki
Maori Village - The cultural experience the world
is talking about. Journey back in time to a Pre-European lifestyle experience
of customs and traditions.
- Action
New Zealand - All weather action attraction plus
many team building activities.
- Orakei
Korako Cave & Thermal Park - Located between
Taupo & Rotorua. Often described as the most interesting and picturesque
geothermal area in NZ.
- New
Zealand Riverjet - New Zealand's premier, and
ONLY thermal eco safari! Conveniently
sited between Taupo & Rotorua.
- Luxury
Airport Shuttles & Tours - Door to door shuttle
service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding areas, Whakatane
& and Rotorua. Tours also available.
- Whakarewarewa
Volcanic Valley - New Zealand's premier Maori culture
and geothermal visitor experience
- Longridge
Fun Park
- Excitement, action & laughter with adventure jet boating, U-Drive
four wheel drives, Zespri kiwifruit and farm tours, and conference team
building activities.
- Rotoiti
Tours - World of Maori - Share the warmth, the emotion,
the spirituality that is Maori
- Agrodome
Farm Park - - The unique Rotorua experience! Sheep show
and dog trial demonstrations, organic farm tours.
- Te
Puia Maori Arts & Crafts Institute - New Zealand's
premier Maori culture and geothermal visitor experience
- Rotorua
Duck Tours - A sightseeing adventure onboard a WWII amphibious
vehicle able to travel on land and water!
- Rotorua
Museum - discover the essence of Rotorua; its people,
culture and volcanic landscape
- Kawarau
Jet - An endless range of jetboating combo's and adventures
Day
8 & 9 - Lake Taupo
Lake
Taupo Accommodation options
Lake
Taupo Activity options:
- Taupo
Bungy - Considered
one of the world’s most spectacular bungy sites with NZ's highest water
touch bungy.
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Rock'
n Ropes - Choose from a selection of unbelieveably high
rope course activites and adventure packages suitable for all ages and abilities.
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Taupo
Horse Treks -
Leisurely guided horse treks through the tranquil Wairakei Forest, with
views over the Craters of the Moon and the Waikato River. Suitable for all
ages.
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Taupo
Air Services - Stunning Flight Seeing Adventures around the beautiful
volcanic landscape of the North Island.
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Kiwi
River Safaris - Dedicated to showing you an excellent
day on the river, offering whitewater rafting, scenic rafting and kayaking
trips.
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Volcanic
Activity Centre
- Experience the power of the planet - an educational centre dedicated to
the Taupo Volcanic Zone with fun activities for all ages.
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Rapids
Jet -
Jet boat the rapids. Experience the thrill of jetboating the biggest rapids
for commercial Jet Boating in New Zealand
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Skydive
Taupo - Skydive thousands of feet above Taupo’s
volcanic crater in New Zealand. FREE limousine transfers available.
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New
Zealand Riverjet - New Zealand's premier, and
ONLY thermal eco safari! Conveniently
sited between Taupo & Rotorua.
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Limo
2 U Limousine Services - Stretched Limousines,
Sedans and Luxury mini Coaches specialising around the Taupo/Bay of Plenty
area for tours & charters.
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Luxury
Airport Shuttles & Tours - Door to door shuttle
service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding areas, Whakatane
& and Rotorua. Tours also available.
Day
10 - Wellington
Wellington
Accommodation Options:
- Archibald
Apartments, Wellington (*from
NZ$167)
- Foreshore
Motor Lodge, Petone, Wellington (*from
NZ$93)
- Central
City Apartment Hotel, Wellington City (*from
NZ$89)
- Abel
Tasman Hotel, Wellington City (*from
NZ$99)
- The
Terrace Villas Serviced Apartments, Wellington (*from
NZ$225)
- Quality
Hotel on Thorndon, Wellington
(*from NZ$135)
- 747
Motel Kilbirnie, Wellington (*from
NZ$110)
- Bucket
Tree Lodge, Tawa, Wellington (*from
NZ$115)
- Lambton
Court Serviced Apartments, Wellington City (*from
NZ$140)
- Bella
Vista Motel, Wellington (*from
NZ$115)
- Base
Wellington Backpackers, Wellington (*from
NZ$23pp)
- Te
Horo Lodge Country Estate, Kapiti Coast (*from NZ$195
B&B)
- Marina
Motor Lodge, Paremata (*from NZ$99)
Day
11 - Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Accommodation options:
Kaikoura
Activity option:
Day
12 & 13 - Hanmer Springs
Hanmer
Springs Accommodation options:
Hanmer
Springs Activities:
- Riverview
Lodge Trout Fishing -
Fly fishing for Large Brown Trout in crystal clear mountain rivers.
- Back
Trax Quad Bike Tours
- Join BackTrax for a great day out. Experience the thrill of driving your
own fully automatic Quad Bike through some of Hanmer Springs most spectacular
alpine regions.
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Thrillseekers
Canyon Adventure Centre
- From a blood pumping bungy jump to an adrenalin surging jetboat ride,
Thrillseekers will look after you with a high reputation both with domestic
& international tourists alike.
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Hanmer
Springs Thermal Pools & Spa -
Relax and unwind and ease your aches and pains in the soothing mineral waters,
or enjoy a range of massage and beauty treatments from the trained professionals
at Health, Body & Mind.
Day
14 & 15 - Christchurch/Banks Peninsula
SOUTH
ISLAND BUS SERVICE -
Southern Link Coaches
Christchurch/Banks
Peninsula Accommodation Options:
- Colombo
in the City Motel, Christchurch (*POA)
- Camelot
Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from
NZ$125)
- A
Nest on Mount Pleasant, Christchurch (*from
NZ$80 B&B)
- Thomas's
Hotel on Hereford, Christchurch
(*from NZ$ 22-$155)
- YMCA
Budget Hotel, Christchurch (*from
NZ$25)
- Clearview
Lodge 5 Star Accommodation, Christchurch
(*POA)
- Kowhai
Farmstay, Oxford,
40 mins from Christchurch
(*from NZ$75)
- Destination
Akaroa - Akaroa
information service
- Seascape-Escape
Bed & Breakfast, Mt Pleasant, Christchurch (*POA)
- Glentanner
Park, Mt Cook (*from
NZ$13-NZ$110)
- Avon
Grove Villa Bed & Breakfast, Christchurch (*from
NZ$100 B&B)
- Eyrewell
Downs Executive Holiday Home, Christchurch
(POA)
- 298
Westside Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from
NZ$99)
- Langdon
House Luxury Accommodation, Christchurch (*from
NZ$350 B&B)
- Waitaitama
City Retreat Fendalton, Christchurch (price
on application)
- Stonehurst
Accommodation, Christchurch City (*POA)
- Lyell
Creek Lodge, Kaikoura (*from
NZ$40)
- Denton
Park Motel, Christchurch (*from
NZ$110)
- Middlepark
Motel, Christchurch (*from
NZ$90)
- Wayside
Motel, Woodend (20mins north of Christchurch) (*from
NZ$75)
- Airport
Gateway Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from
NZ$125)
- Addington
City Motel, Christchurch (*from
NZ$95)
- Raceway
Motel, Christchurch (*from
NZ$80)
- Base
Christchurch Backpackers, Christchurch (*from
NZ$26pp)
- CentrePoint
on Colombo (*from
NZ$105)
- City
Oasis Lodge & Motel
(*from NZ$20-NZ$95)
- Bishops
Manor, Christchurch
(*POA)
- Meadowpark
Top 10 Holiday Park, Christchurch (*from NZ$45)
- Riccarton
Village Inn Hotel, Christchurch (*from NZ$79)
- 306
on Riccarton Motel, Christchurch
(*from NZ$105)
Christchurch/Banks
Peninsula Activity options:
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West
Coast Shuttle -
Daily transport from Greymouth to Christchurch. Mountain bike tours &
ski packages.
- Adventure
Tours, Christchurch & Canterbury - Christchurch
Day tours, half day tours, Maori Cultural Performance & lots more.
- Antigua
Boatsheds Boat Hire, Christchurch
- Canoe, Paddleboat and Rowboat hire, on site cafe - available for parties,
groups and special occassions.
- HELiPRO,
Christchurch - Unique
and Unforgettable scenic flight options, combination packages and weekend
getaways.
- Katoro
Waka Heritage Journeys, Christchurch -
Your gateway to the world of the South Island Maori - waka (canoe) journeys,
natural wildlife, and friendly Maori cultural performances
- River
Tours, Rakaia Gorge -
Choose from anexciting range of Fishing and Jet Boat Tours on the pristine
waters of the Rakaia Gorge
- Kowhai
Farm Horse Riding Holidays, Oxford
- Horse trekking tours and riding school, from half day to 3 months.
- Destination
Akaroa - Information
and bookings for Akaroa accommodation, rentals and activities.
- Tamaki
Heritage Village, Christchurch -
Experience New Zealand Maori culture and see history come to life!
- Airlink
Rentals - Renowned for providing quality rental
vehicles with handy New Zealand wide locations.
- nzski.com
- New Zealand's Premiere Skiing & Snowboarding Areas
- Coronet Peak, The Remarkables & Mt Hutt
- Pohatu
Penguins, Banks Peninsula
- See the large White Flippered Penguin colony unobtrusively
by kayak and enjoy the spectacular scenery and wildlife of Pohatu Marine
Reserve.
- Canterbury
Shuttles & Tours -
Superior passenger transport service offering transfers, transport for private
functions and personalised tours.
- KoTane,
Christchurch - Maori Cultural Experience
- Jet
Thrills, Christchurch - Jetboating on the mighty Waimakariri
River
- Southern
Link Coaches - Daily buses & coaches from Christchurch
to Queenstown and Nelson
- Walkaway
Tours - Guided
eco tours to Arthurs Pass, Akaroa and Banks Peninsula or Hanmer Springs
ex Christchurch.
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Day
16 & 17 - Oamaru
OR Timaru
Timaru
Accommodation Option
Oamaru
Accommodation Options
Oamaru
Activities
Day
18 & 19 - Dunedin
Dunedin
Accommodation Options:
Things
to see & do in Dunedin
- Getaway
Car Hire, Dunedin -
a family owned customer focused car rental business based in the Dunedin
- Elm
Wildlife
Tours, Dunedin
- Award winning Nature and Wildlife experiences of Otago Peninsula and the
southeastern Coast.
- Monarch
Wildlife Cruises, Dunedin
- Providing voyages of discovery amongst a unique diversity and abundance
of wildlife, dramatic views and significant geological and historical features
- Taieri
Gorge Railway, Dunedin
- Dunedin's prestige tourist train operating from the historic Railway Station.
- Helicopters
Otago, Dunedin
- Breathtaking scenic flights over the city and Dunedin's spectacular harbour
and the highlights of the peninsular.
- NZ
Marine Studies & Aquarium, Dunedin
- Tour the Aquarium and discover the secrets of New Zealand's southern ocean
without getting wet!
- Sams
Peninsula Off Road Tours, Dunedin
- A 2½ hours personalised wildlife tour, off road, to view seals,
New Zealand sea lions, Yellow Eyed penguins, and other bird life.
Queenstown
Accommodation options:
- Thomas's
Hotel on the Waterfront, Queenstown (*from
NZ$25-$155)
- Wakatipu
View Apartments, Queenstown
(*from NZ$95)
- 1V
Four Seasons Motel, Queenstown (*from
NZ$145)
- Cranbury
Court Apartments, Queenstown
(*from NZ$160)
- Blue
Peaks Lodge, Queenstown (*from
NZ$110)
- Trelawn
Riverside Boutique Lodging, Queenstown (*from
NZ$200 B&B)
- The
Glebe Luxury Apartments, Queenstown (*from NZ$192)
- Villa
Del Lago Luxury Apartments, Queenstown (*from
NZ$240)
- Base
Discovery Lodge, Queenstown (*from NZ$26pp)
- Abba
Garden Motel, Queenstown (*from
NZ$120)
- Spinnaker
Bay Resort, Queenstown (*from NZ$280)
- Coronet
Peak Hotel, Queenstown (*from NZ$80)
- Alexis
Motor Lodge & Apartments, Queenstown (*POA)
- Gateway
Apartments, Queenstown (*from NZ$140)
- Lomond
Lodge Motor Inn, Queenstown
(*from NZ$125)
- Nokomai
Station, Lumsden, 1 hour from Queenstown (*from
NZ$250)
- Five
Rivers Retreat, Lumsden, 1 hour from Queenstown (*from
NZ$220 B&B)
Queenstown
Activity options:
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