A very special wildlife adventure to a private penguin viewing location.

Take a comfortable tour onboard a coach and witness spectacular coastal views as you cross the Reid family farm to the breeding habitat of Yellow-eyed Penguins, Blue penguins, and New Zealand Fur Seals. Enjoy up close and personal encounters with nature through custom build viewing locations . This tour suits all ages, and a low level of fitness is required.

Tours depart from 10.45am daily. Allow 1 hour.

Enjoy sailing at its best and quietest on Sail Barbary, NZ’s first electric yacht. A sustainability tour with full eco commentary on the Maori Rock Carvings, the volcanics and the lake.

Sail Lake Barbary is located at the Lake Taupo Marina and operates regular scheduled departures daily.

Then let all of your worries melt away as you take a dip at the Waiketi Hot Pools. Kick back and relax in the ‘Living Waters’ of Te Manaroa Spring – the largest single source of 100% pure boiling water in New Zealand.

Waiketi Hot Pools is located approximately 40 minute drive from Taupo. Is is open for entry from 10.30am to 8pm daily.

Join the crew from R&R Kayaks for a half-day kayak adventure on the water. Departing from Marahau Beach, the adventure begins with a paddle to the famous Split Apple Rock. On your way, keep a keen eye out for marine wildlife, check out the sea caves, and you can’t miss the beautiful golden sand beaches that Abel Tasman is world renown for! At Split Apple Rock, jump out and stretch your legs, go for a swim, or relax on the beach. This is a stunning way to get a taste for the beauty of Abel Tasman National Park at a easy and leisurely pace, and tick Split Apple Rock off your Kiwi Bucket List!

R n R Kayaks will provide top quality double sea kayak, buoyancy aid, spray skirt, paddle jacket, paddle, waterproof map, all safety gear required, dry bag for cameras and of course superstar guides.

Take a journey with Gannet Safaris to visit the world’s largest, most accessible Gannet Colony, right here in little old NZ!

Gannet Safaris has been guiding visitors over Cape Kidnappers for over 35 years. The safaris are the only way to be driven right to within a few feet of these remarkable birds. There is absolutely no walking required.

You will travel in comfort in air conditioned 4WD vehicles, through Cape Kidnappers Station – traversing riverbeds, broad rolling pastures, through stands of native bush, steep gullies and breathtaking inclines. There is a stop on the way at a spectacular cliff top with panoramic views of Hawke Bay right across to the Mahia Peninsula. The amazing geology of the area can also be taken in.

The 36km, three hour trip includes a commentary by your tour guide/driver on the farming operation on Cape Kidnappers Station and an introduction to the gannets.

On arrival at the gannets you can stretch your legs and take in the stunning scenery from your position at the cliff’s edge – 100 meters above the ocean. Here your driver/guide will serve you refreshments whilst you enjoy watching the gannets perform around you.

Why is this Chuffed Worthy?

We love a good experience that provides access to something otherwise inaccessible – and when you consider there are 20,000 birds at this colony you start to understand why this is such a highly rated excursion.

Experience a unique guided wildlife adventure, travelling on an all-terrain Argo 8 wheel drive over the tip of the Otago Peninsula. This ride will take you a privately accessed breeding habitat of Yellow-eyed Penguins, Blue penguins, and New Zealand Fur Seals.

You will be fully guided with an informative guide who will educate you on these incredible creatures and take you to purpose built viewing hides. You get so close you can literally hear them breathing and come within metres.

Enjoy the spectacular coastal views, private beaches and up close and personal encounters with nature. This tour suits all ages, and a low level of fitness is required.

Allow 1 Hour and 30 minutes

Get out on the water with Kaikoura’s Dolphin experts to see and hear about these awesome creatures! The Dusky Dolphins around Kaikoura are extremely playful & acrobatic, and set against Kaikoura’s stunning backdrop, keep that camera handy to snap a wall-worthy photo! The team at Encounter Kaikoura will make sure you’re comfortable & entertained until you start to spot the energetic leaps & somersaults of the Dolphins around you!

This tour is 3 and a half hours duration.

If you want, there is the opportunity to upgrade to swimming with the dolphins this is possible.

Catch some waves in Raglan with a group surf lesson. This coastal town with its magnificent black sand coastline is an absolute surfing mecca. Raglan offers world-class surf breaks and some of the most consistent surf in the country. With a bit of help from your instructor you’ll be riding the waves like a pro in no time.

The ultimate opportunity to tick off three of Christchurch’s most famous attractions, this combo includes an all day tram ticket, 30 minute Avon river punt ride & a return trip on the Port Hill Gondola.

The Christchurch Trams offer a unique experience combining history and sightseeing. An all-day hop-on hop-off ticket allows you to visit the central city sights at your leisure and the friendly and knowledgeable drivers will keep you updated about the latest city changes in their informative live commentaries.

An iconic Christchurch activity not to be missed. Admire the beautiful Christchurch Botanic Gardens as you are expertly guided gently along the Avon River. Punting tours are set aboard handcrafted flat-bottomed boats, poled along by your Punter from the platformed till at the rear end of the boat. An ideal group or family activity, Punting on the Avon is an eco-friendly way to relax and enjoy Christchurch from a different perspective.

An unmissable Christchurch experience, the Gondola offers stunning unique views of the city, Lyttelton Harbour and beyond from the summit station situated atop the Port Hills. A great family-friendly spot to explore for locals and visitors, a visit to the Gondola is a must-do activity.

Take in the spectacular 360-degree views and see Christchurch from a different perspective: gaze at the snow-capped Southern Alps, sprawling Canterbury Plains and the sparkling waters of Pegasus Bay and the Pacific Ocean.

Heading to Waiheke, or always wanted to? Now you can with 2 adult return ferry tickets from Downtown Auckland. It’s just a 35 minute cruise from here to this Island paradise!

Enjoy a two and a half-hour tour (including transport) with Paddleboard Rotorua on one of Rotorua’s beautiful lakes. You will have the opportunity to swim, explore the shorelines, take photos of the scenery and test your skills on a stand-up paddle board.

Tours take place on either Lake Okereka, Lake Tikitapu or Lake Tarawera. Weather conditions determine the best location.