Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour on Hutt River - Just 45 minutes from Wellington!
$149 NZD
The perfect way to experience astonishing scenery and a few rapids, just minutes from the capital!
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Wellington
2 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Wellington Rafting
Experience Provider: Wellington Rafting
Come and experience the hidden gems of your local Wellington River. Paddle down exciting water while taking in the amazing, untouched native New Zealand scenery. You will be accompanied, along your journey, by experienced river guides, who will keep you safe and entertained.
Scenic rafting for all abilities, the Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 river tour is perfect for first time rafters, and anyone looking for a relaxing experience with enough excitement from 12 rapids, beautiful scenery, rock jumping and fun loving guides with you along your journey.
All the gear you need is included, so just turn up with a sense of adventure!
Discover Pencarrow on E-Bike
$189 NZD
On an e-bike head East from the Wellington Harbor and discover Pencorrow Headline, lighthouse and the rest of this incredible coastline.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Wildfinder
See what the eBikes buzz is all about! Do as much or as little pedalling as you like, and let your eBike take the wind and fitness (or motivation!) levels out of the equation. This package is for a full day e-bike hire to explore the coastline to the east of Wellington.
Discover Pencarrow Head's lighthouses and lakes, along with amazing views of Wellington's coastline and the Kaikoura Ranges on an amazing eBike adventure.
You could pack a picnic lunch and make the most of a full day out. Explore Eastbourne’s cafes and galleries, before heading out to Pencarrow Head’s lighthouses and lakes, and further around the bay to the SS Paiaka wreck.
Hire comes with helmet, repair kit and carrier rack.
Enjoy a massage, soak, sauna and plunge at Tekapo Springs on the Shores of Lake Tekapo!
$199 NZD
Relax with the full range of blissful options at your fingertips at this world class spa location!
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5 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Tekapo Springs
Experience Provider: Tekapo Springs
Enjoy all the bliss Tekapo Springs has to offer with this fantastic relaxing package!
Enjoy a full body 60 minute Swedish massage: Experience total relaxation and rejuvenation at our day spa with a full range of treatments designed to enhance and maintain your health and beauty. Each of the 4 therapy rooms features beautiful views of the hot pools, Lake Tekapo and the mountain ranges.
Experience the total relaxation of soaking in hot water in an alpine environment 720 metres above sea level. There are three hot pools are filled from an underground source near Tekapo; while the water is not geothermal it is exceptionally pure. Temperatures range from 36.5 to 38.5 degrees Celsius.
The soothing hot water and inspiring views combine to infuse you with a feeling of calm and relaxation. Each pool offers a different view; the brilliant blue of Lake Tekapo, sparse golden mountain ranges, pine forest and the pure blue skies of the Mackenzie Region. As the sun sets, watch the beautiful changing light and colours on the mountains and in the sky. By night, marvel at the dazzling stars of a dark sky reserve that encompasses Tekapo and the wider Mackenzie Region.
Experience the healing benefits of sauna therapy in the traditional sauna room. The beautiful cedar-lined space promotes a feeling of total calm for the body and mind. During your sauna session, you can drizzle water over the hot stones to release waves of steam. This sensation is incredibly relaxing and adds humidity to the air and enhances your sauna experience.
Cleanse your body in the relaxing, humid environment of our steam room. This simple tiled room is filled with clouds of steam which fully envelop the body in a welcoming mist. Breathe deeply and feel your temperature rise; you should wait until a full body sweat is achieved which leaves you feeling fully relaxed and revitalised.
Step into our plunge pool and experience the invigorating thrill of cold water. Cold water therapy has been used for centuries for its therapeutic benefits and is the perfect counterpoint to our steam and sauna rooms.
30 Minute Massages followed by a Soak in a private pool under Mauao at the Mount Hot Pools
$159 NZD
Experience bathing in heated ocean water in a private hot pool, and enjoy a 30 minute massage therapy of your choosing.
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Beneath the majesty of Mauao relax and unwind in the only hot ocean water complex in the world!
Come and enjoy the healing properties of bathing in heated ocean water and top it off with a massage from the friendly and experienced therapists to really treat your body.
Therapeutic massage can contribute significantly to your sense of total wellbeing, promote relaxation and aid in the healing process.
There is a variety of treatments on offer and the team at Mount Hot Pools are happy to answer any questions so you can choose the option that is right for you.
The hot ocean water pools in the heart of Mount Maunganui are the only of their kind. The variety pools range between 34 - 39° Celsius, heated via a titanium heat exchange system:
- Pacific Ocean water is pumped from nearby Waikorire (Tauranga Harbour) and passes through a filtration system before heating.
- The heat exchange occurs when the ocean water and hot bore water pass through the titanium exchangers in separate channels. The two never mix.
- The hot bore water originates from underground saltwater streams 600m deep under Mauao (Mount Maunganui).
90 Minute Massage followed by a Soak under Mauao at the Mount Hot Pools
$159 NZD
Experience bathing in heated ocean water under the majestic Mauao, and enjoy a 90 minute massage therapy of your choosing.
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3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Mount Hot Pools
Experience Provider: Mount Hot Pools
Beneath the majesty of Mauao relax and unwind in the only hot ocean water complex in the world!
Come and enjoy the healing properties of bathing in heated ocean water and top it off with a massage from the friendly and experienced therapists to really treat your body.
Therapeutic massage can contribute significantly to your sense of total wellbeing, promote relaxation and aid in the healing process.
There is a variety of treatments on offer and the team at Mount Hot Pools are happy to answer any questions so you can choose the option that is right for you.
The hot ocean water pools in the heart of Mount Maunganui are the only of their kind. The variety pools range between 34 - 39° Celsius, heated via a titanium heat exchange system:
- Pacific Ocean water is pumped from nearby Waikorire (Tauranga Harbour) and passes through a filtration system before heating.
- The heat exchange occurs when the ocean water and hot bore water pass through the titanium exchangers in separate channels. The two never mix.
- The hot bore water originates from underground saltwater streams 600m deep under Mauao (Mount Maunganui).
This package also includes a bottle of water to stay hydrated during your experience, and a towel to take home with you.
Watch Dolphins up close as you explore Tauranga's big blue backyard!
$199 NZD
Explore the stunning Tauranga Moana and get up close to marine wildlife on this relaxing, entertaining & informative cruise
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5 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Bay Explorer
Experience Provider: Bay Explorer
Your half-day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise begins as you’re welcomed aboard the Bay Explorer at Tauranga waterfront jetty. You will spend the cruise exploring the pristine Bay of Plenty coastline and islands, where the crew will showcase the amazing diversity of Tauranga’s marine wildlife. With dolphins swimming alongside your vessel, it’s the best way to see dolphins in Tauranga. Watch seasonal seabirds, penguins, seals, whales, sunfish, school fish, sharks, orcas… even turtles!
This Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise offers an authentic Kiwi experience amidst nature—a tale of human fascination with marine life. Join Bay Explorer in exploring the wonders of dolphins and more while searching from the spacious top deck
The knowledgeable crew share their marine insights through engaging commentary, ensuring you won’t miss a thing! It’s a shared, once-in-a-lifetime experience, perfect for photographers.
Come aboard the Bay Explorer, Tauranga’s premier wildlife cruise, and discover why it’s a must for those seeking things to do in Tauranga. You’ll be back by 2:00 pm, leaving you the afternoon to explore the beautiful Bay of Plenty or continue your travels.
Includes:
- A half day dolphin & wildlife watching cruise on a spacious 18 metre vessel, with 360° outdoor views.
- Comfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for wildlife watching.
- Some of the best marine diversity in New Zealand.
- Close-up encounters with seasonal marine wildlife – dolphins, whales, penguins, seals, sunfish, school fish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca.
- Cold beer and chilled regional wines from the licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase (Eftpos available).
- Onboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local marine wildlife.
- Friendly, professional Bay Explorer Crew
- Photos of a lifetime!
Explore North Island's most beautiful harbour with a 3 hour cruise departing Tauranga waterfront!
$189 NZD
Explore the stunning Tauranga Moana on this relaxing, entertaining & informative harbour cruise
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Sit back on a lazy sunday afternoon and soak in the sun, listening to interesting commentary on points of interest, with an iced beverage from the onboard bar in hand.
Tauranga Harbour is extensive and includes a mixture of high intensity Port facilities and contrasting quiet coastal villages, forests, open sandy beaches and bays of many coves. The cruise travels through Port of Tauranga (considered New Zealands largest export port and largest port by volume). You'll cruise to the shores of Te Puna, through Stella passage to Omokoroa Peninsula. Considered the most beautiful Harbour in the North Island of New Zealand. Perfect for school holiday fun, or a weekend getaway cruise.
The Cruise Includes:
- A 3hr cruise on our spacious 18 metre (60 foot) vessel with 360° outdoor views.
- Comfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for viewing and sightseeing.
- Some of the best variations in harbour views in New Zealand, from busy Port to sunbleached isolated beaches and forests.
- Chance to encounter marine wildlife – maybe you will see penguins, school fish, seabirds, sharks.
- Cold beer and chilled regional wines from a licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase (Eftpos available).
- Food options or bring your own snacks
- Onboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local points of interest.
- Friendly, professional Bay Explorer crew that are the only marine Biologist skipper/crew in Tauranga
- Max 80 people (seating available) and wheelchair access on request
- Photos of a lifetime! See the statue of Tangaroa, the yachts, pleasure craft, marinas, City and village landscapes as well as three islands and their isolated beaches and forests, horticulture like Kiwifruit and Avocado orchards
Travel on the reserved ferry to & from Waiheke Island
$189 NZD
Reserve your seat on the famously popular Waiheke ferry service & eliminate the stress this summer!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Fullers 360
The Waiheke Reserve ferry offers a premier travel experience, allowing you to secure your preferred sailing times in advance, so you can enjoy peace of mind knowing your journey is confirmed, eliminating uncertainty during those busy summer months!
Additionally, the Waiheke Reserve ferry provides early boarding privileges, allowing passengers to board up to 20 minutes before departure. This ensures a stress-free start to the journey but also allows you to relax and indulge in onboard amenities without the rush. Choose the Waiheke Reserve ferry for a convenient, streamlined travel experience tailored to your schedule.
- This service lets you pre-book your travel date and departure times in advance.
- Depart from pier 13 and 14 in Auckland’s Ferry Terminal to Waiheke Island at either 9 am or 11 am.
- Depart from pier 3 in Waiheke Island’s Matiatia Ferry Terminal to Auckland at either 4 pm or 6 pm.
- Boarding for Fullers360 Waiheke Reserve sailings will be available up to 20 minutes prior to departure.
- Enjoy access to the café on boarding.
- Hop directly onto the pre-booked service, perfect for travellers with fixed travel schedules.
Waimangu Valley Walk & Steaming Cliffs Kayak Tour
$199 NZD
Feel the thrill of kayaking on geothermal waters while surrounded by Rotorua’s unique geothermal scenery
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5 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Taiao Adventures
Experience Provider: Taiao Adventures
This steaming cliffs kayak on Lake Rotomahana and walking experience in Waimangu Valley is an incredible exploration into unique geothermal landscapes. Fumaroles, geysers and boiling lakes combined with regenerating native vegetation showcase an amazing natural location where land and water breathe together.
The tour begins when your friendly guide picks you up and shuttles you from Rotorua out to the enriching Waimangu Volcanic Valley. You then journey on foot through the heart of the
Waimangu Valley, a dynamic volcanic area that stands testament to Rotorua’s amazing geological history. Your knowledgeable guide is available to answer any questions about the unique landscapes, native forest, colourful terraces, and geothermal features.
Your walk will lead you to Lake Rotomahana, where the adventure part of your activity begins. Your guide will provide you with all necessary equipment, then run through safety and
basic kayak instruction before you take the helm on the water. From here you will kayak a short distance before being lost in a spectacular geothermal display of steaming cliffs and
colourful landscapes. From your kayak you will have a unique vantage point and perspective of the raw beauty and power these geysers create. Your guide will share the story of the valley along with insight to Maori cultural and heritage of the area. This is an activity you will never forget!
Highlights:
• Spectacular geothermal wonders
• Includes entrance to Waimangu Volcanic Valley Walk and Bus
• Perfect for all ages (5 years and over)
• Small group tours with exclusive lake access (1 guide per 9 kayakers)
• Beautiful New Zealand Nature (including Weweia Dab Chicks!)
Rotorua Lakes Glowworm Kayaking
$159 NZD
Rotorua
3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Taiao Adventures Experience Provider: Taiao Adventures
Come and explore the Rotorua Lakes on a truly unique and magical kayaking experience. This amazing evening adventure takes you along the lake shorelines in a guided scenic kayak tour as you discover small caverns home to a galaxy of glow-worms. One of New Zealand's premium glow worm experiences this tour is designed to create a magical and special trip for every customer.
Highlights:
• Sunset/Dusk/Night Kayaking
• Incredible Glow Worms
• Star Gazing (if clear skies)
• Only 15 minutes from Rotorua
• Perfect for all ages (5 years and over)
• Pick-up and return transfer from Rotorua Information Centre
• No experience needed
Your friendly guide will pick you up and shuttle you from Rotorua, past the iconic Redwood forest as you make your way to our base on the lake shorelines. Upon arrival you will gear-up and prepare for an epic night out with all activity equipment provided. Your guide will then run through safety and basic kayak instruction before you take the helm on the water. You will then begin exploring the shoreline and embracing the last light of the evening as you follow your guide around the lake edge. Once it’s dark, discover your adventurous side as your guide leads you inside small hidden caves home to galaxies of glow worms. Take ample time to enjoy the magical moments inside the caves before returning along your course in the dark. If it is a clear night the magic continues as the stars come out and the cloudy appearance of the milky-way fills the sky. Upon returning to the base you will feel like you have been in another world for the past few hours and will likely have made some new friends through the wonder of this shared experience.
Whitewater River Rafting
$199 NZD
Raft the Wairoa River on a grade 5 rafting trip reputed to have some of the best whitewater action in New Zealand.
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3 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
River Rats
Experience Provider: River Rats
Experience the thrill of one of New Zealand's best whitewater rafting trips on the Wairoa River near Tauranga - it's the ultimate full on grade 5 rafting trip.
The Waiora River, which flows out of the Kaimai Ranges into the Bay of Plenty, is a whitewater mecca. In the 1970's the river was earmarked for hydro electricity and the river was dammed. But due to the intense opposition by the Kaimai Canoe Club a compromise was arrived and the dam would release water 26 days a year to bring the river back to it's white water mecca status. So, on 26 Sundays a year this occurs and the rafting is nothing short of grade 5 epic-ness.
This is one of the most technical commercial rafting trips in the country so is not recommended for non swimmers and is graded grade 5.
This fantastic rafting adventure offers a stunning rock and tree lined gorge that combines turbulent rapids with exciting drops to produce top whitewater action. There's no better way to experience New Zealand rivers than this epic rafting adventure.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
The writer (James from Chuffed) experienced this rafting trip over 20 years ago and the thrill, excitement and pure joy of this trip is well etched in the memory. With rapids called Mothers Nightmare, The Rollercoaster and Devils Cauldron, you get the idea. This is a very experienced rafting operator having run trips down the Wairoa river for over 25 years.
Bay of Islands Sundowner Evening Cruise
$159 NZD
Experience Provider: Barefoot Sailing Adventures
Departing from Paihia beach, you’ll set off for a stunning swim destination. When we arrive at a sheltered anchorage, the choice is yours. You can take dip or dive, make a splash or do a bomb in the sea or just kick back, relax and be entertained by the view!
Enjoy the beauty of the anchorage and take in the scenery while sipping on a refreshing cold drink. Afterwards, set sail and enjoy the last of the Bay of Islands summer sea breeze for the evening as you meander back to Paihia.
As you sail the inner bays of the Bay of Islands: Paihia, Opua, Russel and Waitangi, you’ll experience the landscape from a different perspective, on the water. Be sure to take it all in as you cruise alongside the water’s edge and meander through peaceful anchorages, catching a glimpse of prime real estate perched on the hilltops.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Snap beautiful shots of the Bay of Islands as the sun goes down
- Watch the wind fill the sails, kick back and enjoy the tranquillity
- Sail the inner bays of Paihia, Waitangi, Russell or Opua
- See the landmarks in the Bay of Islands from a different perspective
- Enjoy a refreshing swim stop at a sheltered anchorage
- Sip on a refreshing cold drink and take in the stunning scenery
Marlborough Sounds' famous mailboat cruise!
$199 NZD
Experience Provider: Beachcomber Cruises
The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds and Beachcomber Cruises are proud to uphold that service! They are the only official licensed New Zealand Post Rural Delivery Service by water in the Queen Charlotte Sound / Tōtaranui making this a truly unique and interesting tour!
Designed to take you off the beaten tourist path so you can experience the real Queen Charlotte Sounds / Tōtaranui.
Come along on the Mail Boat Cruise and share the excitement of Mail Day as the skipper delivers the New Zealand Rural post bags, groceries and freight to the residents that call the Queen Charlotte Sound waterways home.
Operating from Monday to Saturday, no one day is the same as the route changes daily covering a different area delivering the Mail. People often ask what the best day to go is, or what route we like the best, but each mail route has its own highlights.
Sit back and relax, take in your skippers amazing wealth of knowledge as they provide an interesting and informative commentary. The Mail Boat vessel Matua presents excellent viewing areas and is the most comfortable way of cruising and taking in the vista of the waterways of the Queen Charlotte Sounds. Keep your camera handy for any wildlife encounters!
If time allows the Mail Boat Cruise will take a short stop at one of the brilliant locations within the Queen Charlotte waterways, you route will show upon check in.
Bay of Islands & 'Discover the Bay' Cruise
$149 NZD
Discover the spectacular scenery, captivating wildlife and rich history of this New Zealand paradise on a quintessential Bay of Islands cruise
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4 Hours 30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Explore Group Bay of Islands
Experience Provider: Explore Group Bay of Islands
Discover the spectacular scenery of this New Zealand paradise and learn about the area’s rich culture and history with full commentary from a local skipper. When conditions permit, get up close to the dramatic cliffs at Cape Brett and travel through the iconic Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako.
Encounter diverse wildlife in their natural surroundings and keep an eye out for dolphins, whales, birdlife and seals during your cruise.
Your trip will also include a stop at Otehei Bay on the Department of Conservation’s Urupukapuka Island. You will have time to explore the island, swim at the sandy bay or enjoy a drink or bite to eat in the sun from the fully licensed café.
Includes:
- 3 hours scenic cruising
- Getting up close to Cape Brett and travel through the Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako, when conditions permit
- Opportunity to view marine mammals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more
- 1.5 hour stop at Otehei Bay, Urupukapuka Island
Scenic Lake McLaren Kayaking tour
$149 NZD
Tauranga
3 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Waimarino
Experience Provider: Waimarino
The wonderful calm waters of Lake McLaren are where serenity takes a new name.
Enjoy this easy, peaceful tour as you glide past a multitude of birdlife, and watch the winding streams enter the lake’s edge. Learn about the history of the land from the comfort of your kayak as you paddle towards the head of the lake.
Follow your guide into the stunning Mangapapa canyon, where the native bush appears to touch and form a cave.
This tour is led by professional guides and is suitable for all ages.
Waiheke Island Scenic Plane Flight
$199 NZD
Take off from the Waiheke Island runway for a scenic flight over the island of wine, taking in unique views of vineyards, Auckland city & the Hauraki Gulf.
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30 minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Waiheke Wings
Experience Provider: Waiheke Wings
You're in for a treat with breathtaking views and a flying experience high above beautiful Waiheke Island.
Passengers will check in at Waiheke Wings base 10 minutes prior to the scheduled flight departure time. A safety briefing will commence prior to flight.
After take-off from Waiheke Aerodrome you will immediately begin to enjoy incredible views. This flight allows you to soak up some of the local beauty right from the get-go, including the local beaches, coastline and many vineyards.
The flightpath allows you to see some of the most popular locations of Waiheke from a bird’s eye view. Heading out over the majestic beach and quaint town of Oneroa, you will see views of New Zealand’s youngest volcano – Rangitoto, with the Auckland CBD in the backdrop.
Flying from the southern side of the Island over to the eastern side, lookout over of the local oyster beds and mussel farms, that provide many restaurants on the island with these seafood delicacies.
This flight also offers views of Ponui, Pakatoa and Rotoroa Island which is just one of the country’s many beautiful nature reserves.
The last views on your descent will be of Onetangi Beach and its surrounding vineyards, leaving you wanting to try some of the locally produced wines that the island is globally recognised for.
Full Day Sailing Adventure
$149 NZD
A day exploring the Bay of Islands waterways on a classic yacht with a friendly crew & freshly prepared lunch on board.
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6 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Vigilant Yacht Charters
Experience Provider: Vigilant Yacht Charters
Your Bay of Islands boat charter will start with a relaxing morning sail onboard the Vigilant. Then choose one of the 144 islands to stop at and explore. You have the option to spend your afternoon strolling along the sandy white shoreline, relaxing on the beach or, if you prefer, taking your pick of the water activities offered. Vigilant carries kayaks and snorkel equipment for you to take full advantage of during your magical Bay of Islands boat charter.
The fully equipped sailing yacht offers you the very best in quality comfort and relaxation. Lunch is hand prepared for you by Chef and Skipper Nik and can be enjoyed on the yacht deck or as a picnic on the beach.
Dolphins, penguins and seabirds are frequently sighted and the scenery while sailing in the Bay of Islands is spectacular so remember to pack your camera.
Explore an incredible Native Forest via Ziplines and suspended bridges with Rotorua Canopy Tours
$149 NZD
Named by TripAdvisor as the #1 Nature Experience in the World, visit and experience this unique combination of adventure, conservation and nature.
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3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Rotorua Canopy Tours
Experience Provider: Rotorua Canopy Tours
Located deep in an ancient native forest only 15 minutes from Rotorua, you'll traverse a magnificent environment via a series of walking trails, suspended forest bridges and ziplines. This unique forest has been painstakingly restored over over the last 10 years into a safe haven for native birds and creatures. It's a truly magnificent experience. If you're lucky you'll even handfeed wild native birds.
Soaring through the trees, you'll experience New Zealand’s ancient forest like never before. Step back in time in this native forest and come face to face with towering trees and native flora untouched for centuries in one of the most intact native eco-systems you’ll find anywhere in New Zealand. Immerse yourself in this breath-taking country the way it once was and hear the beautiful birdsong of New Zealand native birds including Tuis, North Island Robins, Kereru and Tomtits in their natural habitat.
Embark on a network of ziplines, swing bridges, cliff-walks, tree top platforms and more which journey deep into 500 hectares of ancient forest. A uniquely intimate experience, each tour has a limit of 10 people, meaning more time with your authentic Kiwi guides who are highly trained to keep you safe, make you smile and teach you amazing things as they bring the forest to life.
It’s an adventure that puts you at the heart of the forest restoration story, with every ticket purchased contributing to conservation efforts. To date, 220 hectares of the Dansey Road Scenic Reserve have been restored by removing thousands of predators. Together with visitors they are bringing the forest back to life and creating a forest eco-sanctuary for birdlife to flourish.
Equal parts inspiring, fun and educational, this award-winning adventure is a must-do adventure activity perfect for all ages. Lose yourself on this engaging encounter with the natural world and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Please note there are risks associated with this experience which you will need to familiarise yourself with and acknowledge at the time of booking. Read more at https://www.canopytours.co.nz/safety/
Guided Kayak to Hot Pools on the edge of Lake Rotoiti
$149 NZD
On a leisurely guided kayak adventure discover the Manupirua Hot Pools, hidden on the shores of Lake Rotoiti and only accessible by water. A special kiwi experience.
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3 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
River Rats Experience Provider: River Rats
Join the crew from River Rats Rotorua for an epic adventure out on and in the water!
Start with a guided kayak trip across Lake Rotoiti to the Manupirua Hot Springs. These springs are naturally fed and are only accessible by water - there is no road access to this location.
There are 8 mineral hot pools to soak in, with varying temperatures & outlooks to the lake. There is a spot for all to enjoy this quintessentially Kiwi experience!
Here you can relax, soak in the water, the views and the atmosphere, and buy refreshments & snacks from the fully licensed cafe on site before enjoying a leisurely guided paddle back across the lake.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
The River Rats crew have been providing world class natural experiences on the rivers & lakes around Rotorua for over 20 years. They acknowledge their work relies completely on the natural environment in which they operate in, and have put measures in place every step of the way to ensure this is respected & cared for for future generations. They have committed to a raft (pun intended) of environmental pledges along the way, including sponsoring predator free Okere Falls, running their own conservation week annually, and committing to being carbon neutral by 2025! For an inspirational experience in a stunning natural environment, with responsible hosts, look no further!
Full Day E-Bike Tour of Wineries along the Gibbston Valley
$149 NZD
A leisurely day out with return transfers included, cycle the easy 25km Gibbston River Trail visiting up to 8 wineries.
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8 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Around the Basin Bike Queenstown
Experience Provider: Around the Basin Bike Queenstown
This full day winery biking trip begins with a scenic shuttle transfer from Queenstown to the quaint gold mining village of Arrowtown. Here, cover bike fitting, navigation, bike safety and very importantly; winery information. Choose to enjoy one of the many great cafes and explore Arrowtown or get straight into your scenic morning ride along the beautiful Arrow and Kawarau Rivers to the Kawarau Suspension Bridge – home of the world famous Bungy jump.
Spend the afternoon biking at your leisure along the Gibbston River Trail using an informative winery map to visit as many of the 8+ wineries linked throughout this easy riding trail. Enjoy a relaxed lunch en-route or picnic at one of the many Wineries.
You'll then be picked up at 4:30pm (4:00pm 1 May – 31 August) from Gibbston Tavern or your winery of choice for your relaxing vehicle transfer back to Queenstown.
The riding distance to the first winery is 15km. To get all the way to the end of the wine valley you’ll end up covering about 25km. This is easy work on an E-Bike!
Take a Private Surf Lesson at Raglan
$199 NZD
At a world famous surf beach, learn to surf with all the attention of the instructor on you.
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1 hour 30 minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Raglan Surf School
Experience Provider: Raglan Surf School
Catch some waves in Raglan with a private surf lesson.
Learning to surf is a truly unforgettable experience and Raglan is one of the greatest surfing destinations in New Zealand to do so.
If you're a complete novice, or if you’ve already surfed a bit and you’re looking to take your surfing to the next level, maybe venture further out the back to catch green waves; a private lesson is perfect for you.
Raglan's professional instructors can tailor your lesson to suit your ability and will spend every moment teaching just you. They'll get you progressing faster!
A private lesson allows the instructor to understand your needs quicker so they can adapt their teaching methods to your personality, style and level. You’ll get to learn to read the waves and understand the spot.
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.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
We've found learning to surf to be a popular choice by Chuffed recipients. We think it's probably one of those things people would like to try but never get around to it. So when you are given a gift with it as an option, suddenly there is a reason. We have found the team at Raglan Surf to be a delight to work with too!
Explore Rotoroa Island Sanctuary in the Hauraki Gulf
$189 NZD
Discover beautiful beaches, endless views and native wildlife just an hour from Auckland.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Explore Group Auckland
Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is perfect for a summer escape from the city for the day or longer.
Rotoroa Island has been predator free since 2014 and is now home to a number of native birds and wildlife free ranging across the island. With a unique history as a rehabilitation centre you will uncover the history of Rotoroa through the award-winning museum and exhibition. Enjoy quiet sandy beaches for picnics and swimming and take in the views from Waiheke to Coromandel. There really is something here for everyone.
Highlights:
- Enjoy an 75 minute cruise each way through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, to Rotoroa Island
- Discover the unique history of the island through the award-winning muesum exhibition and heritage buildings around the island
- Explore the island on foot via established walking tracks across open fields, native bush and sandy shorelines
- A 90 minute guided nature walk is available to book with one of the islands' knowledgeable and passionate rangers. Find out more here.
- Spot iconic native species free ranging across the island including kiwi, takahē and tīeke
- Enjoy the sheltered sandy bays and clear waters for relaxing, swimming and snorkelling.
- Facilities on the island include a gift shop (open 90 minutes prior to the ferry departing the island), freshwater drinking fountain, toilets and electric barbeques
- There is no café so please pack your own snacks and lunch to take with you or purchase from onboard
- Various holiday homes are available on the island for those who wish to stay a bit longer, these can booked at rotoroa.org.nz
Ferry from Auckland direct to Waiheke's Man O' War Vineyard!
$189 NZD
Travel to Man O’ War Bay from Auckland Viaduct and visit this beachfront cellar door and restaurant for a relaxed afternoon.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Explore Group Auckland
Travel in comfort and style on a premium Hauraki Gulf cruise vessel direct to Man O' War Bay, Waiheke Island and experience this relaxed beachfront cellar door and restaurant.
Enjoy a glass of their exceptional wine in this spectacular location - from Bordeaux blends to their renowned Rose - and watch the waves lap the shore.
Man O' War offers private tastings for wine lovers and a unique dining experience at their Tasting Room restaurant. Bookings are advised to avoid disappointment.
For a more laid back outing you can grab a spot on their expansive lawn with a playground to entertain the kids and a beach to explore - walk ins are always welcome. A pop-up kitchen and bar will also operate on select dates over summer.
Man O' War also has a number of DJs playing select dates in summer months. Visit manowar.co.nz for full details.
Please note this experience includes return ferry travel only, please book all restaurant reservations and wine tastings direct with Man O' War
Glacier Country Guided Adventure
$159 NZD
Explore the Fox Glacier Valley on a guided e-bike and hiking tour to the closest accessible point to the glacier – a West Coast experience that’s not to be missed.
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4 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Fox Glacier Guiding
Experience Provider: Fox Glacier Guiding
Explore the untamed natural wilderness of the Fox Glacier Valley, tracing the steps of a retreating glacier, with our Fox Glacier Valley E-Bike & Hike. Ride through ancient podocarp rainforest on E-bikes and hike a secret track. Get some stunning photos of the Fox Glacier that are sure to impress family and friends.
Begin by leaving Fox Glacier Village on E-bikes, enjoying the flowing cycleway. After making easy work up the hills on your E-bike, you’ll park them up and on-foot, slowly gain height as you find our way up Mills Creek past Cone Rock and pass New Zealand’s largest active landslip. The high point is a viewpoint with the closest views of the terminal face of the Fox Glacier. You'll return the same way back to the bikes and enjoy the descent back to the village.
Along the way, your guide will share with you the local natural history and fascinating stories of explorers past. They will coach you with how to use the E-bike equipment and fit you out with walking boots and raincoats.
Kaikoura Ziplining Experience!
$149 NZD
An incredible Eco experience high above Kaikoura featuring a Unimog transfer, nature walks & 5 ziplines!
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3 Hours 30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Ecozip Kaikoura
Experience Provider: Ecozip Kaikoura
Experience Kaikōura like you’ve never seen it before. Your 3.5-hour adventure and eco-tourism experience starts in central Kaikōura. At EcoZip’s homebase, you’ll meet some of the legendary crew, who will prep you for your 15-minute scenic shuttle ride south, in airconditioned comfort, to the “gear up” and staging location.
From there, you’ll be transferred to a custom-built Unimog 4X4 that will carry you through the intertwined freshwater streams of the Kahutara river, then onto Rakanui Station. Rakanui Station is blessed with spectacular 360° views. Leaving the Unimog at the top lookout with breathtaking views of the plains and the incredible seaward Kaikōura mountain ranges, you’ll follow a short natural trail through native New Zealand Forest to where the adventure stage of your zipline experience begins!
Five, epic ziplines, ranging from 250m to 610m in length await. All up, you’ll ‘zip’ over 2.2km on a series of ziplines that deliver increasingly spectacular sea and mountain views. And the twin lines make this side-by-side adventure an exhilarating, shared experience.
Through all stages of your experience you’ll be accompanied by two expert, local guides, who will describe the history of the region, share stories of the local people and explain how your participation in the EcoZip experience is helping to restore sections of Rakanui Station’s farmland back to native forest.
Please ensure you copy and paste the URL shown here to read the Risks Associated with Ziplining prior to completing your booking. https://www.ecozipadventures.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Risks-Associated-with-Ziplining-2023-Final.pdf’
Virtual Stargazing Experience in Tekapo
$149 NZD
An indoor, daytime virtual astronomy experience taking you on a journey into the night sky!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Dark Sky Project
Ever wondered what it would be like to stand inside the rings of Saturn? Or how to find the stars of the southern cross? This 45-minute tour will reveal the universe through the unparalleled lens of science and technology.
Presented by knowledgeable astronomy guides and captivating virtual renditions of the universe, you truly feel like you are amongst the stars.
Explore the sky with your very own astronomer, learn about the southern-hemisphere constellations and objects, and come out with a renewed understanding and appreciation of our place within the universe.
Educational and entertaining, the Virtual Stargazing Experience highlights the science behind our night sky. Using state-of-the-art space rendering technology explore and learn about the secrets of the night sky.
What to expect:
- All weather indoor virtual astronomy experience using state-of-the-art technology.
- Educational and entertaining experience showcasing the night sky and wider universe.
- Highly knowledgeable and passionate guides deliver this spectacular tour.
See the best of Queenstown on this scenic tour
$199 NZD
See Queenstown like a local. Visit iconic scenic viewpoints, walk the quaint streets of Arrowtown, see people Bungy jump, taste wine, and take a cruise on the lake.
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4 Hours 30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Altitude Tours
Experience Provider: Altitude Tours
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour followed by a hearty 'Second Breakfast'
$199 NZD
Enjoy the first tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set of the Day, before a Hobbit-style breakfast meal served in the Millhouse!
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3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Hobbiton Movie Set
Experience Provider: Hobbiton Movie Set
You've already had breakfast, but what about second breakfast? Enjoy a shared tour of the Movie Set followed by a hearty breakfast spread served inside the Millhouse.
Make the first footsteps in the morning dew on the Movie Set as part of our first tour of the day. Your tour guide will escort you through the 12 acre movie set, recounting fascinating details from filming the trilogies and pointing out the most iconic sites and scenes. You will arrive in to The Green Dragon™ Inn where you will be offered a complimentary beverage from our exclusive Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ range. Explore the intricately detailed Inn and relax in front of the crackling fireplace while we prepare your second breakfast feast.
Follow your guide back over the double arch stone bridge to The Millhouse, just across the water from The Green Dragon Inn, where you will be treated to a breakfast spread fit for a Hobbit. The breakfast table will be heaped with seasonal fresh fruit, breads, pastries, preserves and cold meats. A hot breakfast selection featuring an assortment of a Hobbit's favourite breakfast staples including fluffy scrambled eggs, streaky bacon, potatoes, grilled sausages and rosemary mushrooms will be available.
Coffee and tea will be available throughout, as you enjoy the rustic, intimate interiors of the Old Mill. After you've had your fill, it's time to make your way back through the wandering paths of The Shire and return to The Shire's Rest, after all, this is only the second of a Hobbit's seven daily meals!
Cruise, Walk & Sail in Abel Tasman National Park
$199 NZD
Abel Tasman
8 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
Experience Provider: Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
Departing Kaiteriteri Beach cruise on your pre-arranged water taxi to Anchorage Bay. Enjoy a 1.5 hour self-guided walk around the Pitt Head loop track with panoramic views over the Park, taking you to one of our favourite beaches at Te Pukatea Bay, and then back to Anchorage.
Join your sailing catamaran at 1:30 pm for your afternoon sailing, enjoying the antics of New Zealand fur seals along the way. Catch the sea breeze, sail out to sea and back to Kaiteriteri Beach by 4:30pm
- As a sailing vessel this is one of the most peaceful, quiet & tranquil ways to experience the National Park.
- Engines are only used if there is no wind or for up close manoeuvring (where only low emission 4-stroke engines are used).
- Self-serve tea and coffee available on board.
- Toilet, bag storage area, and galley (kitchen area) on board.
- This sailing adventure is a guided activity and sailing experience, not just transport into the park.
- Immerse yourself in the national park, listen to the birdsong & view the NZ fur seals and wildlife up close.
- It’s all about having the most scenic experience possible.
- Suitable for all ages – no minimum age restrictions.
Bike Hire in Gisborne with Matawhero Wine Tasting and Platter
$189 NZD
Explore Gisborne at your own pace with the ease of a bike hire and enjoy a Cellar Door wine tasting and platter experience at Matawhero Wines.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Matawhero Wines and Experience Gisborne
Enjoy the ultimate Gisborne experience with a premium wine tasting and full day bike hire to explore Gisborne's beautiful surroundings. These two experiences can be enjoyed separately on different days or combined.
Matawhero Wine Tasting
Imagine yourself surrounded by vines and olive trees under the shade of a glorious walnut tree as you sample wines and enjoy a gourmet antipasto platter.
You'll discover another side to New Zealand wines at the Matawhero Winery in Gisborne with their bold, distinct and vibrant wines. This New Zealand winery is one of the oldest and their first vintage was 1975.
The vineyards are 100% naturally dry farmed and only grow their grapes using natural rainfall and no irrigation. What they love about dry farming is they are saving a precious resource like water and it also explains the style of wine you get in the glass with superior fruit flavours and a lovely weight and texture!
A highlight when visiting this Cellar Door is to explore the underground cellar which is home to many older vintage Matawhero wines, as well as other iconic New Zealand wine producers.
After your experience you'll also get to take home a Matawhero bottle of wine.
Gisborne Bike Hire
Cycle Gisborne provides everything you need for a day exploring Gisborne city & its surrounding beaches, museums cafe's & more!
Tairāwhiti Gisborne, with its easy flat terrain, is the perfect town to explore via bike!
Here are a few top picks for a day of exploring on bike:
Kat’s top pic | Explore the river cycle ways and Oneroa beach cycle ways. Take in the museum, cafes, and sights along the way. There’s heaps of history on the trail, and beautiful beaches, so a swimsuit and sunscreen are a must!
Anelia’s top pick | Cycle to Wainui Beach on the Wainui cycleway. It’s off-road most of the way and there’s delicious ice cream at the Okitu stores to enjoy on the beautiful golden beaches. Freshen up between the flags near Wainui Surf Club afterward.
Tour the vineyards | Grab a Gisborne wine map and follow safe roads out of town. Visit some of Tairāwhiti Gisborne’s boutique cellar doors and enjoy a delicious Tairāwhiti Gisborne Chardonnay and a vineyard platter along the way.
Bike out to Gray’s Bush, take a picnic, and wander around this stand of original podocarp forest on the Poverty Bay flats. If you’ve got more energy left, head further inland to the Waihirere Domain and take a wander to the waterfalls.
Bike rental is available from the Gisborne i-Site or the office at Cycle Gisborne. Office is open by appointment only so please phone in advance.
Luxurious day retreat with lunch at Maruia Hot Springs
$199 NZD
Experience Provider: Maruia Hot Springs
Maruia Hot Springs is an award-winning natural hot springs, day spa and wellness destination tucked among the snow-capped Southern Alps on the picturesque Lewis Pass national reserve.
Instantly feel connected to the mountainous landscape and nature surrounding you whilst you relax in natural geothermal mineral pools, nourish your soul with organic food and relax your body & mind.
Immerse yourself in geothermal waters that have naturally risen to the earth’s surface on the site for centuries. The water is infused with natural minerals and trace elements which detoxify the body and rejuvenate the spirit.
The average source temperature of the water is 56℃ and is classified as true artesian mineral springs. Then the water is cooled to between 37℃ and 42℃ for bathing. The pool water is always fresh as on average 500,000 litres of natural geothermal water flows through the pools daily and is never recirculated.
This indulgent half day package includes:
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Enjoy a delicious 2 course gourmet meal
- Be invigorated by the powers of hot & cold therapy at our daily guided 'signature sauna infusion' led by the resident sauna master
- Unlimited access to all bathing facilities and relaxation lounges 8:00am-20:30pm (saunas and natural mineral hot pools)
- Includes locker, towel, and robe for the ultimate relaxation
Sundowner Sailing Trip in the Bay of Islands
$189 NZD
Sailing on a classic tall ship, depart from Russell & spend an afternoon enjoying the beautiful Bay of Island waters
Click to find out more Experience Provider: R Tucker Thompson
This short Sundowner sail on board the tall ship R.Tucker Thompson is perfect if you want a unique sailing experience. Departing from Russell wharf at 4.00pm, the trip is a relaxing sail through the Inner Bay around the area of Paihia, Waitangi and the Black Rocks.
Use your included ferry tickets and head over to Russell earlier in the day to explore this historic village before boarding the ship at 4.00 pm. After the sailing, you can choose to dine at one of the restaurants in Russell before heading home.
Scheduled trips are offered on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday from 14 December until Easter weekend
A Sundowner Sail includes:
- Free return ferry transfers to Russell from Paihia
- Shared antipasto platter
- Licensed cash bar on board with local wines and beers
- Chance to take the helm, help hoist the sails or ride the bowsprit
- Plenty of room to relax
30 minute Jet Boat blast on the Hurunui River
$149 NZD
Feel the wind in your hair as you glide along the Hurunui River in a Jet boat expertly driven by your born & bred local guide!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Tawanui Farm / Energy Jet
The Hurunui River is the smallest volume river commercially jet boated in the Canterbury. This results in a stunning combination of shallow river braids, beautiful canyons and large boulder fields that you will experience on every Energising trip. You will pass under 3 bridges, enjoy numerous spins and pause to enjoy the serenity and history of the area. Experience all that the beautiful Hurunui has to offer with Energy Jet.
Energy Jet is passionate about helping people experience this hidden gem of a river and our surrounding environment. They are a small family owned business that offers you a real local New Zealand jet boating experience.
As the only jet-boat operator on the Hurunui river, they have exclusive access to over 100km of the river and its amazing variety. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of stunning North Canterbury farmland and pristine alpine snowfed waters as your skipper expertly navigates the shallow river braids & narrow canyons.
Cycle Gisborne with a full day E-Bike Hire for Two!
$189 NZD
Experience Provider: Experience Gisborne
Cycle Gisborne provides everything you need for a day exploring Gisborne city & its surrounding beaches, museums cafe's & more!
Tairāwhiti Gisborne, with its easy flat terrain, is the perfect town to explore via bike!
Here are a few top picks for a day of exploring on bike:
Kat’s top pic | Explore the river cycle ways and Oneroa beach cycle ways. Take in the museum, cafes, and sights along the way. There’s heaps of history on the trail, and beautiful beaches, so a swimsuit and sunscreen are a must!
Anelia’s top pick | Cycle to Wainui Beach on the Wainui cycleway. It’s off-road most of the way and there’s delicious ice cream at the Okitu stores to enjoy on the beautiful golden beaches. Freshen up between the flags near Wainui Surf Club afterward.
Tour the vineyards | Grab a Gisborne wine map and follow safe roads out of town. Visit some of Tairāwhiti Gisborne’s boutique cellar doors and enjoy a delicious Tairāwhiti Gisborne Chardonnay and a vineyard platter along the way.
Bike out to Gray’s Bush, take a picnic, and wander around this stand of original podocarp forest on the Poverty Bay flats. If you’ve got more energy left, head further inland to the Waihirere Domain and take a wander to the waterfalls.
Bike rental is available from the Gisborne i-Site or the office at Cycle Gisborne. Office is open by appointment only so please phone in advance.
Cycling Winery tour of Gisborne with Lunch & Wine Tastings Included
$199 NZD
Enjoy Gisbornes famous wine scene at your own pace with this well planned, self guided cycling winery tour!
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4 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Experience Gisborne
Experience Provider: Experience Gisborne
A great way to spend your day cycling and sampling some of the best wines the region has to offer.
This vineyard cycle tour takes you to a selection of the best wineries in our region. Traveling along quieter country roads, you’ll meander through the Poverty Bay flats discovering the wealth of produce and flavour that is produced in this popular aromatic wine region.
Meet and greet at the Cycle Gisborne shop. They will set up your bike to ensure optimum comfort on your ride. You’ll be provided with a safety brief, a local area map, and information on the wineries that you will be visiting.
Sample local wines as you cycle between wineries and enjoy a vineyard lunch at one of the cellar doors along the way.
This tour offers easy riding and you will cycle +/- 30 kilometers.
Franz Josef off Road Quad Biking Adventure!
$199 NZD
Franz Joseph
2 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
Experience Provider: Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
When it comes to this tour, the operators have a saying "The Wetter the Better!". This off-road adventure tour is Franz Josef Glacier’s ultimate rainy day activity! Get down and dirty in the mud, splash through puddles and experience the rainforest in all it’s glory. Franz Josef Wilderness Tours provide all the equipment you need to stay warm & dry throughout…
Ride your own bike on through the rainforest track & trails!
The single quad bikes are 450 cc automatic Can-am Outlander’s. This quad bike provide a comfortable journey over rough terrain featuring independent suspension and power steering!
Your trained and knowledgeable quad bike guides will let you learn the ropes on a test track before you head out on the tracks – so even if you’ve never driven a quad bike before this is a great opportunity to learn!
A West coast fishing Charter catching Salmon & Trout
$199 NZD
Experience the beauty of Lake Mapourika and have some fun catching Salmon & Trout under expert guidance!
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3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours Experience Provider: Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
Whether you’ve been trout fishing for years, or you just want to dip your toe in the water, come experience some of the best brown trout or salmon fishing on the West Coast. Set amongst a breathtaking landscape, every Franz Josef Glacier fishing charter is an opportunity to experience something truly unique.
Experience catching brown trout or salmon fishing on Lake Mapourika’s calm scenic water. The beauty of Lake Mapourika can be enjoyed by everyone on this comfortable fishing charter boat, which is fully covered for fishing in all weather conditions. Your knowledgeable fishing guide Dale is passionate about fishing and has been trout and salmon fishing in the region for over 15 years.
Sit back and unwind while trolling silently past 900 year old Kahikatea trees, or spot feeding White heron while you wait for a nibble on the line!
Lake Mapourika is part of the wild sea-run salmon spawning route from the Tasman sea in the lake via the Okarito river. Introduced lake salmon are present all year round, however the West Coast salmon fishing season runs from October to March 31st annually. Luckily, here you can fish for brown trout all year.
A fishing charter is one of the best things to do in the rain in Franz Josef, and the trout fishing can be excellent on wet days.
Fishing techniques include trolling, harling and spinning. You may keep your catch if it’s legal and in season, otherwise you will catch and release.
All fishing equipment is provided, and no experience is necessary. All of fishing charters are shared small group tours.
A day pass for Cardrona or Treble Cone including rental gear!
$199 NZD
Why not use your gift to get out onto one of NZ’s most iconic ski fields for a day of fun!
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2 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Cardrona or Treble Cone
Experience Provider: Cardrona or Treble Cone
Make life easy and get your day pass & gear all in one with this epic experience! Use the lift pass and rental package any day of the season at either Cardrona or Treble Cone. A lift pass and rental package includes one full-day lift pass, plus standard rental equipment: skis, poles and boots or snowboard and boots. You can upgrade your gear with performance rentals for an additional fee.
Founded in 1980, Cardrona welcomes skiers and snowboarders of all ages and ability levels - from first timers and families, to Olympic and X-Games athletes.
Cardrona is renowned for wide, open slopes that are home to some of New Zealand’s best learner facilities, and the Southern Hemisphere’s most extensive terrain parks and halfpipes.
Treble Cone is the home of skiing in Wānaka, founded back in 1968 by local ski enthusiasts. It’s the largest ski area in the South Island in both terrain and vertical metres.
Famed for its challenging steeps, natural halfpipes, and legendary off-piste terrain, Treble Cone sits firmly on the bucket lists of many intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders.
Treble Cone is also home to one of the world’s best skiing backdrops, with breathtaking views of Lake Wānaka and the Matukituki Basin.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Package incudes one day lift pass at chosen field, plus standard rental equipment.
- Rental equipment includes skis, boots and poles, or snowboard, boots and wrist guards.
- Helmet & Goggles can be hired for an additional cost.
- Once redeemed, your voucher will state the experience is with Cardrona Alpine Resort. The Cardrona team will assist you in getting booked in for Treble Cone if you wish to use your voucher there.
First timer Ski or Snowboard package including pass, rentals & a lesson at Cardrona Alpine Resort
$199 NZD
Cardrona is THE destination for Snowsports in NZ, and this package is your foot in the door…
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2 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Cardrona Alpine Resort Experience Provider: Cardrona Alpine Resort
Never been on skis or a snowboard? Make giving it a go as easy as possible at Cardrona with our 1-day First Timer package. Rental equipment, lessons and lift passes are all included.
If you’re taking your very first steps onto the snow, strapping on a snowboard or clicking into skis for the first time, this package will get you sliding in no time! Master all the basics as you travel on Cardrona’s beautiful slopes.
Once you’ve found your feet you can work on becoming more confident & building up for the big run– moving from a ski wedge to parallel, snowboarding steeper terrain… Cardrona can truly become your playground when you learn to ski & snowboard here!
Founded in 1980, Cardrona welcomes skiers and snowboarders of all ages and ability levels - from first timers and families, to Olympic and X-Games athletes.
Cardrona is renowned for wide, open slopes that are home to some of New Zealand’s best learner facilities, and the Southern Hemisphere’s most extensive
terrain parks and halfpipes.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Your First Timer Package includes a Learner Conveyor pass, one ride on the McDougall’s Chondola, rental equipment, and full day group lessons.
- Rental equipment includes skis, boots and poles, or snowboard, boots and wrist guards.
- Helmet & Goggles can be hired for an additional cost.
- Lessons run from 10:30am – 3:45pm, with a 45min lunch break at 1pm.
- First Timer Packages are date specific and single-day only. .
- Only available at Cardrona.
Napier National Aquarium Entry & Half Day E-Bike Hire combo
$149 NZD
Experience Provider: National Aquarium & Takaro Trails
Heading to Napier for a visit? Or looking to experience your home town in a new way? This combo of Napier activities is bound to please!
National Aquarium:
The Aquarium is home to New Zealand's largest display of aquatic life. Experience sharks, stingrays, living coral, a huge range of fish species and native wildlife. Visit Penguin Cove and watch the little penguins swim, feed and play. Spot New Zealand native wildlife including the Kiwi and Tuatara.
Half Day E-Bike Hire:
There is no doubt that Hawke's Bay is becoming one of New Zealand's year round cycling destinations.
The weather is friendly, the terrain is easy and the trails meander through local villages, vineyards, along rivers, past orchards, through regional parks and along beaches- there is no doubt that this is friendly, relaxing cycle country. In fact there are over 200 kilometres of trail.
And because of that Hawke's Bay as a cycling destination is suitable for everybody. Beginners, families, keen riders and very social riders.
This package allows you half day e-bike hire from Takaro Trails Hire company. The bikes are well maintained and you'll have them on call for total support while you are out riding.
Lake Wanaka Cruise & Nature Walk on Stevensons Island
$149 NZD
A beautiful cruise on Lake Wanaka including a nature Walk on Stevensons Island, bring your camera!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Lake Wanaka Cruises
This luxury boat cruise is the most relaxing way to experience the scenery of Lake Wanaka and frequently rates in the top ten things to do in Wanaka!
Take a leisurely 45 minute cruise out to Stevensons Arm, home to Mount Burke high country sheep station. Verdant green pastures precede Mount Gold which rises majestically into the Northern skyline.
Relax in comfort as you cruise up the arm to Stevensons Island where Dual Image will make a beach landing. Your guide will take you ashore via the front loading ramp for a short hike to the summit to view the Minaret Peaks with some excellent photo opportunities.
Learn about the conservation efforts to revive the nearly extinct Buff Weka, along with the interesting Maori and colonial history of the island.
Stevensons Island is an inspiration for photographers - shaped by glaciation and eons of winds that funnel down the arm, rock and twisted trunks meld into a patina of nature's finest backdrops.
Your island adventure is complete with afternoon tea on return to Dual Image and another 45 minute scenic cruise back to the Wanaka waterfront.
Independent customer reviews rate this experience as one of Wanaka's favorite afternoon activities.
- 45 minute cruise each way
- Friendly knowledgeable guide & crew
- Spectacular mountain scenery
- Luxury 57 foot catamaran
- Complimentary afternoon tea
- Short Island walk (optional)
- Licensed bar with $6 drinks
Kaikoura Whale Watch tour with 95% Whale spotting success rate!
$149 NZD
One of New Zealand’s famed attractions, join a whale watching tour off the Kaikoura Peninsula with a 95% chance of spotting a whale.
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3 Hours 15 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Whale Watch Kaikoura
Experience Provider: Whale Watch Kaikoura
Whale Watch is New Zealand's only vessel based whale watching company offering an exciting up-close encounter with the world's largest toothed predator the Giant Sperm Whale. See the whales in their natural environment at all times of the year, boasting a 95% success rate!
The main focus of your tour is to locate and view the Giant Sperm Whale. Whale Watch average between 1 to 2 whale sightings per tour due to the length of time the whales can stay submerged. The whales form loose pods, keeping several miles between each other, so viewing any more than 1 to 2 whales per trip is a real bonus.
Around 80% of the world’s whale and dolphin species migrate past our coastline so at any given time there is the opportunity for other species of marine mammals to be sighted such as Blue, Fin, Sei, Humpback, Minke, Pilot, Orca and Southern Right Whales, Common Dolphins, Bottlenose Dolphins, Southern Right Whale Dolphins, Elephant Seals and Leopard Seals.
Depending on the amount of time available after viewing the Sperm Whales, the captain of the vessel may decide to move in along the coastline and see what other types of marine life can be encountered. This could include Dusky and Hector Dolphins and the New Zealand Fur Seal.
Kaikōura is also home to around 75% of the world’s pelagic sea bird species which include Wandering and Royal Albatross, Mollymawk Albatross, Petrels, Shearwaters, Prions, Fulmars, Gannets, Terns and Herons.
Throughout your tour there is an onboard visual presentation, “World of the Whales” – an experience that takes passengers “virtually” to the bottom of the Kaikōura undersea canyon. The presentation also provides information for a variety of marine life found in Kaikōura waters.
Designed specially for whale watching, the modern catamarans are equipped with engines that minimise underwater noise and toilets that never pollute the sea. The main passenger cabin is enclosed and large outside decks offer great viewing and photo opportunities. Passenger numbers for each tour are kept well below vessel carrying capacity to ensure your tour experience remains a personal one.
Half day bike ride from Thames to Matatoki Cheese Barn for lunch
$189 NZD
Experience Provider: Jolly Bikes
Embark on a delightful half-day cycling adventure along the Hauraki Rail Trail from Thames to the renowned Matatoki Cheese Barn—a journey suitable for all.
Savor a leisurely ride through the picturesque Hauraki countryside, culminating in a delightful lunch at the Matatoki Cheese Barn, where you can relish your meal while observing their charming Alpacas and a variety of birds.
Indulge in a light lunch, with options ranging from delectable pizzas to enticing cheese platters. Following this, enjoy a relaxed return ride back to Thames along the same scenic route.
Included Services:
- Bike Hire incl. instructions for full day
- Helmet & Lock Hire
- Map and travel tips
- Meal voucher for Matatoki Cheese Barn
- Panniers are included on request
Day Sail on Historic Ship in the Bay of Islands
$199 NZD
Sailing on a classic tall ship, depart from Russell & spend the day enjoying the beautiful Bay of Island waters, with fresh lunch included.
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8 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
R Tucker Thompson
Experience Provider: R Tucker Thompson
A day sailing on R Tucker Thompson is one of the few opportunities to go sailing on a working tall ship, in one of the most spectacularly beautiful parts of New Zealand, the Bay of Islands.
With the wind behind you, this is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to see the Bay; you can be sure your carbon footprint is minimal. Better still, with profits made from tourism going to support youth development, your day out is going to a good cause.
Your day sailing includes:
- Freshly baked scones and cream tea from the galley
- Chance to take the helm, hoist the sails or climb the rigging
- Island stopover in sheltered bay (relax, swim, or explore ashore)
- Delicious BBQ lunch served on board
- Licensed cash bar on board with local wines and beers
- Share stories with the friendly crew
- Free ferry transfers to Russell on any ferry
Sunset Kayaking tour to Rangitoto Island including BBQ Dinner
$199 NZD
An incredible, unique opportunity to sea Auckland from a different perspective & enjoy a Kiwi BBQ meal on the waters edge!
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7 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Auckland Sea Kayaks 
Experience Provider: Auckland Sea Kayaks
This Sunset tour to Rangitoto was rated the 'Best guided tour in New Zealand by the Wilderness Magazine June 2020'.
After your safety briefing and paddling instruction you will kayak across the Waitemata harbour, meaning ‘sparkling waters’, where you may see wildlife such as Little Blue Penguins and Cooks Petrels.
You'll pull your kayaks up to Rangitoto wharf before embarking on a one-hour explorative, fun and informative trek to the summit, viewing the spectacular sites and learning all about the history of the region. Upon reaching the top you will be treated to the finest 360 degree views that the Auckland region has to offer.
At the return to the water’s edge, a healthy Kiwi-style BBQ dinner will be awaiting you. With your guide, you will paddle back in the dark watching the city lights sparkle like stars.
The guides are very experienced and skilled sea kayakers with a personal commitment and passion for conservation and kayaking. Their knowledge of the area, understanding of the weather systems and catering abilities will ensure your trip is both enjoyable and safe.
Guided night time tour of Zealandia Ecosanctuary Wellington
$189 NZD
Keep your eyes peeled for Kiwi, Glowworms, Tuatara & many more species as you explore the worlds first fenced sanctuary, just 10 minutes from the Wellington CBD
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Zealandia Ecosanctuary
Discover ZEALANDIA, the world’s first fenced eco-sanctuary, located only a ten-minute drive from Wellington’s CBD. Visit the picturesque sanctuary and award-winning interactive exhibition and learn about how we are protecting New Zealand’s unique native species and ecosystems.
Explore the sanctuary by torchlight as your guide leads you in search of some of the more distinctive sights and sounds of New Zealand’s native forest. Experience many of the rare and endangered species and see those which only come out at night.
See unique species such as wētā, glow worms, and tuatara. Your group may see some of the 150 little spotted kiwi who call ZEALANDIA home - sightings of kiwi are common on these tours (circa 80%) but are not guaranteed. Gain insights into New Zealand’s natural history and the significance of the unique species within Māori culture.
The tour will end with a replenishing cup of hot kawakawa tea in the Visitors Centre.
Indulge in High Tea with Bollinger Champagne at The George Hotel Christchurch
$189 NZD
A sumptious sitting of delecately prepared high tea paired with champagne, at the luxurious George Hotel Christchurch
Click to find out more Experience Provider: The George Christchurch
Indulge in a sophisticated and elegant high tea at The George - Christchurch's favourite 5-star boutique hotel!
Perfect for celebrating with friends and ideal for special occasions like Father-Daughter dates, proposals, bridal showers, birthdays and anniversaries or simply a catch up with friends
An example of the high tea menu is below, and this comes with a glass of beautiful Bollinger Champagne!
Sweet:
- date scones with chantilly cream, jam
- seasonal inspired macarons
- tiramisu
- mini carrot cake with cream cheese
- lemon tartlet
- nutella cream puff
Savoury:
- crispy chicken slider, japanese mayo, coleslaw
- beef cheek toastie
- classic ham & cheese sandwich
- falafel stick with tzatziki
coffee or tea
5 Wine Tasting & Three Course Lunch at Melton Estate Winery
$189 NZD
Enjoy tasting 5 Wines followed by a delicious 3 course lunch of your choosing at Melton Estate, just a short drive from Christchurch
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This one's for your tastebuds! Just 20 minutes from the Garden City, Melton Estate is a boutique winery featuring a modern restaurant set amongst vines on 12 acres in West Melton, Christchurch.
The winery restaurant is surrounded by Pinot Noir vines, with multiple indoor / outdoor options, including an expansive deck overlooking the vineyards and a new games lawn. Sample local wines that include: Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Chardonnay, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, and the acclaimed Sparkling Riesling known as “Summer Love”. The popular restaurant serves great food that is matched to these handcrafted boutique wines.
After your tasting, enjoy a sumptuous Three course lunch, including your choice of entree, main & desert from the restaurant lunch menu!
Pick a friend or loved one to accompany with you & enjoy a delicious day amongst the vines!
Explore Raglan's spectacular Harbour on a daytime nature cruise with Fish & Chips!
$159 NZD
Sit back & relax as you explore Whaingaroa Harbour on a purpose built catamaran, keeping your eyes peeled for nature & incredible natural formations.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Raglan Boat Charters
Explore the spectacular Raglan Harbour & it's wildlife onboard the Waihinemoe, all the while enjoying a feed of Raglan Fish & Chips!
Your 90 minute Cruise starts from Raglan Wharf heading off to explore the beauty of the Whaingaroa Harbour..
With over 122 kilometres of coastline the Whaingaroa (Raglan Harbour) is a nationally recognised conservation area with more than 2 million trees planted over the past 10 years, a designated bird sanctuary and stunning geologic features ranging from limestone formations overlain by volcanic basalts, clays and pumices. The skipper and crew are extremely knowledgeable and present all the local history. Relax and be at one with the bird and marine life in their habitat.
The boat you are onboard is the Wahinemoe, a purpose built 14 x 4.8m catamaran with all the comforts and an experienced local crew. Extremely stable and maneuverable in the shallows make it easy to access many of the harbours’ hidden bays and gets deep into the upper reaches of Whaingaroa
The Full Waimangu Volcanic Experience
$189 NZD
At your own walking pace explore the amazing sights of the youngest geothermal valley in the world including a lake cruise on Lake Rotomahana
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Waimangu
This half-day geothermal experience completely immerses you in the unique environment of Waimangu Volcanic Valley.
You can explore the world’s youngest geothermal valley at your own pace, with walking trails for all abilities and ambitions. Walks vary in length from 1.5km to 4.5km, covering a range of geothermal activity, hot springs, volcanic craters, nature and wildlife. Some highlights to look out for include the world's largest hot spring, the Mt Haszard trail, and the brilliant blue Inferno Crater.
The trails ultimately lead you down to the lake, where you’ll enjoy relaxing 45 minute cruise around the tranquil waters of Lake Rotomahana. Throughout the cruise, you'll encounter stunning geothermal activity only accessible by boat, as well as rare native birdlife. You can also listen to the historic stories of the lake, the Pink and White Terraces and the Mount Tarawera eruption from the onboard commentary.
This experience allows you to explore every corner of the world's youngest volcanic valley.
Take a floatplane flight from the Rotorua Lakefront
$199 NZD
Take off from Rotorua Lakefront for a seaplane flight, landing at Lake Rotoiti for a relaxing hot pool soak
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25 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Volcanic Air
Experience Provider: Volcanic Air
Embark with Volcanic Air on this relaxing two hour floatplane experience, departing from the Rotorua City lakefront.
After taking to the skies from the water in a floatplane, you’ll get to view Rotorua beyond the caldera rim. Enjoy spectacular views of the hidden lakes district, local geothermal activity and distant volcanoes in this captivating scenic flight over this stunning area!
Get off Road AND on the Track in this awesome self drive package
$199 NZD
This is a fantastic option for all drivers looking for a bit of excitement behind the wheel!
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2 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Off Road NZ
Experience Provider: Off Road NZ
Drive yourself into unknown territory on the 4WD Bush Safari. Your guide ahead will instruct you through challenging, unique terrain in New Zealand native forest. Then get race ready and feel the G-force intensify as you take on New Zealand’s longest 1.2km outdoor circuit.
The ultimate 4WD adventure that puts you in control. Buckle up and take on an off-road adventure deep into native New Zealand forest. Back in the early 1900s the area Off Road NZ is set on, was used by logging pioneers who logged our native timbers until closing up in the 1970s. The tracks that the pioneers used back then are the same tracks that you will be diving on today. Rugged and remote, the trail is full of unknowns with plenty of thrills along the way.
With instruction from a professional guide, you can tackle terrain made for 4WD adventures. Tight, twisting bends, deep muddy holes, a seven metre-high luge, steep climbs and thrilling descents – this is uncharted territory with challenges that come thick and fast.
Feel the need for speed as you jump into the driver’s seat for an exhilarating Raceline Karting experience. Concentration, skills and a big dose of brave, make the most of the world-class karting track and give it all you’ve got.
Test your limits in a safe and controlled environment, at Rotorua’s International Kartsport Raceway, with top of the line Sodi 390cc 4 stroke karts imported from France. Off Road NZ is the only place in the country where you can race these incredible, state of the art machines on the same track as the professional racers.
Geared up and ready to roll, experience the rush of G-Force as you take on hairpin corners and flowing curves with speeds reaching close to 100 km/hour on the 150-metre straight. Go for a personal best or race your friends or colleagues to beat the clock and cross that finish line.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
James from Chuffed has visited Off Road NZ at least 20 times in the last 15 years - with his wife, visiting friends and family, groups of friends....the Go Karting never fails to impress. Part of it's charm is it's remote location on a 125 hectare farm 25 minutes drive into the hills from Rotorua. The fun is addictive, and the competitive spirit against yourself and your friends comes to the fore. So when Chuffed was born - Off Road NZ was one of the first calls James made to see if they wanted to be a partner. And lucky for everyone they said yes.
Enjoy a magical half day exploring the famously beautiful Glenorchy, enjoying a Kiwi morning or afternoon tea & visit iconic filming locations.
$199 NZD
Enjoy a magical half day exploring the famously beautiful Glenorchy, enjoying a Kiwi morning or afternoon tea & visit iconic filming locations.
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4 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Altitude Tours Experience Provider: Altitude Tours
Break away from Wine & take on a Queenstown Gin Tour!
$199 NZD
Join the Gin revolution by visiting three unique locations & sampling some of the Gins this Alpine environment is becoming famous for!
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6 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Altitude Tours Experience Provider: Altitude Tours
Queenstown Twilight Wine & Craft Beer Tour
$199 NZD
Enjoy your choice of delicious wine or hoppy craft beers from three unique Queenstown locations on this fun & friendly twilight experience!
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4 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Altitude Tours Experience Provider: Altitude Tours
3 course seasonal meal for Two at Hapuku Kitchen Kaikoura
$189 NZD
Enjoy a delicious 3 course meal of locally sourced, seasonal fare inspired by the rugged land & ocean scapes of Kaikoura
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Hapuku Kitchen
The Supper Club at Hapuku Kitchen offers a unique dining experience in the home of chef Fiona Read, inspired by Kaikoura's natural surroundings. This three-course, set menu meal is a celebration of the seasons and everything the wild, rugged region has to offer.
At its heart, Hapuku Kitchen is focused on reconnecting the kitchen to the land and sea, celebrating the abundant larder nature has to offer - taking inspiration from the wild Kaikōura landscape. You are hosted in the home of Fiona & Chris Read, located between the soaring peaks of the Kaikōura mountains and the wild Pacific coast of Aotearoa New Zealand, for a culinary adventure that celebrates the season.
The dining table seats ten guests and while you're savouring the flavours of Kaikoura, you'll hear stories about how Hapuku Kitchen grow the food, how they forage from the mountains to the sea and the people behind locally sourced ingredients.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
While we haven't yet had a chance to experience Hapuku Kitchen first-hand, we were so inspired hearing the story of Fiona & Chris & their passion for using locally sourced, seasonally fresh ingredients in all of their experiences, we knew we had to get them on board for our customers for experience themselves. The Chuffed team are arguing over who gets to go and 'quality control' this experience first!
Group Surf Lesson at Mount Maunganui Beach
$189 NZD
A two hour group surf lesson with friendly instructors at one of NZ’s most famously beautiful beaches!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Hibiscus Surf School
Take a friend (included in this gift) and join a small-group lesson with Hibiscus Surf School! You’ll enjoy personalised instruction at fantastic value, with just 2-6 participants allowed per class.
It’s common for surf schools to put everyone into one big group, but from 15 years' experience teaching beginners, Hibiscus know that’s not ideal for learning. So they operate with small groups that make it safer, more fun, and you’ll understand how to surf faster!
Your equipment hire is included – a soft-top beginner surfboard and full length wetsuit, correctly fitted to you.
The class begins with a 20 minute beach theory, where you’ll learn ocean safety, paddling and pop-up. Then you’ll be taken into the water, where your instructor will help you onto small waves and cheer you on.
Before you know it, you’ll be riding waves with a huge smile on your face!
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
After your lesson you will receive a free 1 hour surfboard hire to practice your new surfing skills! Hibiscus reckons 90% of customers are standing up by the end of the first lesson, so we say just do it.
Queenstown sightseeing on Segway
$189 NZD
Experience Provider: Segway on Q
Looking for fun things to do in Queenstown? Feel the pure joy of a Segway ride with your family or friends.
Once you’ve mastered the simple control of the Segway, you’re off for your Queenstown sightseeing ride. Start with a lakeside photo stop then onwards for a spin around Queenstown Bay. You’ll take in the beautiful scenic views along St Omer Park, Earnslaw Park, Marine Parade and the Queenstown Gardens. Look around over the beautiful Lake Wakatipu to see Cecil Peak, Walter Peak and the aptly named Remarkables Mountain Range. All of this whilst riding on this fascinating transporter.
You'll get a taste of how much fun these machines are to ride, while seeing some of the beauty that Queenstown has to offer.
Make your own clay items in a Taupo pottery workshop
$199 NZD
Taupo
2 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Camo Chicken Ceramics
Experience Provider: Camo Chicken Ceramics
Make your own pieces out of clay!
This is a 2 hour studio workshop, held in a private rural setting in the hills of Lake Taupo, using modern equipment and multiple hand building techniques.
Whether you’re a total beginner or a more experienced clay hound this is a chance for you to get your hands dirty in a beautiful and supportive setting under the guidance of an experienced tutor. Limited spots available (8 per course) which ensures plenty of individual attention.
This workshop is all about going clayzee with clay. You choose what to make!
All materials and tools provided. Hosted by Potter - Ani Rowell at the Camo Chicken Studio in the hills of Lake Taupo, just 12 mins from Town.
Each person gets their 3 best pieces to take home once fired and glazed.
Tour Canterbury Forests & Rivers on Quad Bike
$199 NZD
Hanmer Springs
2 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Hanmer Springs Attractions
Experience Provider: Hanmer Springs Attractions
Plow through streams, mud, forest and over rocks – drive over just about every terrain Canterbury has to offer – all on a two-hour quad biking trip. Follow your expert guide on an exciting adventure ride through the scenic alpine backyard of Hanmer Springs.
Your experienced guides will lead you on a fun and safe quad biking trip suitable for ages 16 and above. Even if you’ve never ridden before, the quad bikes are easy to get the hang of and you’ll be away in no time.
The specially-designed track which winds through the rugged Hanmer Springs landscape will ensure non-stop thrills and enjoyment for the whole family.
Grade 2 Rafting trip on Waiau River
$149 NZD
Hanmer Springs
2 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Hanmer Springs Attractions Experience Provider: Hanmer Springs Attractions
Get set for a 2-hour fully guided Hanmer Springs Rafting trip along the gentle rapids of the Grade 2 Waiau River. This fun-filled activity is action packed with rock jump and Jet Boat ride back to base included.
Your qualified and professional guide will give you all the training required, and the 9-seat rafts allow plenty of room. Wetsuits, booties and helmets are provided, but don’t forget to bring your swimsuit and a towel!
With the scenic Waiau River canyon set amongst stunning mountains and marble land formations, you’ll be sure to have an unforgettable experience. A must-do adventure perfect for all ages, especially families and small groups.
Bungy Jump off Iconic Hanmer Bridge
$199 NZD
Hanmer Springs
30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Hanmer Springs Attractions Experience Provider: Hanmer Springs Attractions
Take the plunge with an adrenaline-inducing Hanmer Springs Bungy! Experience the elation from a 35-metre freefall to the surging river below amidst stunning scenery at Canterbury’s only bungy site.
Friendly and professional staff will brief you on the different jump options available (including tandem), and the full-body and ankle harnesses provide extra safety for your leap from the historic Waiau Ferry Bridge. Certificates and t-shirts are provided for completing your once-in-a-lifetime bungy adventure, with photos and video available to purchase so you can relive the experience again and again!
Christchurch Triple pass: Tram, Punting & Gondola combo
$189 NZD
Experience Provider: Christchurch Attractions
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.
Thrilling Zipline tour on Bob's Peak above Queenstown
$199 NZD
Queenstown
3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Ziptrek Ecotours
Experience Provider: Ziptrek Ecotours
Join Ziptrek Ecotours for a spectacular and fun zipline adventure through the forest canopy high above Queenstown, on Skyline Gondola Hill.
You will begin by meeting your guides, then being fitted with a harness and helmet before ziplining from treehouse to treehouse going all of the way to the bottom of Bob's Peak mountain.
The ziplines are gravity fed, so you don't have to worry about controlling your own speed - the guides take care of that. Instead, just take in the thrill of Ziplining in these stunning surroundings!
Two tour guides will accompany the minimum 2, maximum 10 guests per tour. There is one guide to connect (launch platform) and one guide to disconnect (landing platform) each and every guest.
You will finish your tour at the base of the gondola in front of the Kiwi Birdlife Park.
The educational component provides a unique insight into the surrounding environment and local area including Maori mythology.
Some tour facts and figures:
- 6 ziplines including the world's steepest tree to tree zipline
- 20 minute downhill walk through native beech forest
- 12 aerial tree top platforms
- Longest zipline distance: 300 m (984 ft)
- You'll reach speeds of up to 70 kph (44 mph)
- The highest treehouse is 8 storey's high - that's over 25 m (82 ft)
Please note: This tour stats near the top terminal of the Queenstown Gondola. This is not included in the package and you'll need to buy your uplift tickets from the gondola terminal.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
We love an environmentally responsible tourism operator, not only do they focus on educating their visitors about the natural environment, Ziptrek Ecotours are also Queenstown's first Carbon neutral tourism business. They also hosted our very own 72 Year old Zipline Granny to help her on her mission to tick off all of the Zipline tours in NZ, see Zipline Granny in action in the image gallery!
Velocity Valley Adrenaline Activities
$189 NZD
Choose 2 rides from 4 crazy adventures – the Schweeb, the Freefall Extreme, the Swoop and the Agrojet. All are guaranteed to get the heart racing.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Velocity Valley
Velocity Valley is Rotorua’s home of speed and adrenaline. The only place where you can sample all of New Zealand’s favourite adventure activities in one place. Founded in 1998, Velocity Valley is New Zealand’s leading adventure hub, offering the world’s most exciting and unique activities ranging from a low to high adrenaline buzz in one beautiful location in Rotorua.
Your Rotorua adventure starts here! At Velocity Valley, there’s something for everyone –from 5 to 105, from novice to seasoned pro. Pedal, free fall, launch, propel, swoop or splash – we make fast fun for everyone!
This package includes 2 individual rides for two people, choosing from the four options below:
- Swoop - Drop from 40 metres on this giant swing - sure to test your nerves
- Freefall Extreme - feel the thrill of flight stepping into the wind tunnel and trying to hold you body stable while flying
- Shweeb - a unique peddle powered monorail where you dictate the speed. Thrilling speeds can be achieved.
- Agrojet - be driven through a jetboat sprint course by a professional driver
Stargazing Experience at World Class Centre
$199 NZD
Embark on New Zealand’s premier mountaintop stargazing experience. Dark Sky Project is proud to offer exclusive stargazing tours from the summit of Mount John, home to the world renowned astronomical research centre.
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2 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Dark Sky Project
Experience Provider: Dark Sky Project
The perfect introductory stargazing experience. Enhance your knowledge of our Southern skies and ponder the possibilities during an evening of discovery.
Expert astronomy guides bring the night sky to life, sharing the science and the stories of our Southern skies. Stargaze using the naked eye guided by lasers and then proceed to explore deeper through up to 16" optical telescopes, including in a private observatory dome. Take in the incredible Milky Way, far off planets, star clusters, solar systems, and even distant galaxies; every night sky beholds something different.
The exclusive Summit Experience runs for 1 hour 45 minutes, includes transport to and from Mt John, use of ECW (extreme cold weather jackets) to keep you warm at the summit (Please note: ECW Jackets are unable to be provided during Covid-19 Framework Red and Orange levels), and the full use of telescopes.
The nature of the terrain on Mount John requires a certain level of fitness, you need to be confident walking 100 meters on a gravel incline and be able to climb a couple of steps in the dark.
Indoor Skydiving Virtual Reality Experience
$159 NZD
Experience the thrill of flying with an introductory session to indoor Skydiving with professional instruction.
Click to find out more Queenstown
1 hour 30 minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
iFly Queenstown
Experience Provider: iFly Queenstown
Ever dream of flying?
Now you can!
iFLY Queenstown is NZ’s only indoor skydiving attraction based in central Queenstown. iFLY creates a smooth, wall-to-wall cushion of air on which anyone can safely float – no experience necessary. Simply lean into the airflow and that’s it – you’re flying!
You’ll have an instructor by your side through the whole experience – they will give you an orientation on the basics of flying so you can get the most out of your flights. Once you’ve been briefed you’ll receive your full flight gear which includes a helmet and flight-suit.
Once in the wind tunnel, your instructor will be right by your side providing personal instruction and will be able to demonstrate new skills as you improve.
You get 2 flights and each flight lasts 60 seconds – by the time you have had your 2 flights, that is the equivalent to the freefall of 3 skydives from 12,000 feet!
You'll then have a third minute of flight, this time donning virtual reality goggles, so you can get the real Skydiving experience from the wind tunnel!
You should allow 1.5 hours to complete you full experience.
Waitemata Harbour Sailing Cruise
$189 NZD
Sail where the wind takes you and take in Auckland’s city highlights on a relaxing sailing experience.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Explore Group Auckland
Enjoy the unique Auckland landscape from the water on this relaxed harbour sailing experience. Take in Auckland’s city highlights; sail under the Harbour Bridge, see volcanic peaks and the iconic city skyline from the best view in town.
Sit back and relax or get involved and help the friendly, knowledgeable crew sail a purpose built 50 foot yacht. Enjoy the afternoon on the water with your choice of fresh coffee, tea or a hot chocolate plus a delicious sweet treat.
Includes:
- 1.5 hour sailing experience on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour
- Coffee, tea or hot chocolate and cookie served on board
- Informative commentary from our knowledgeable crew
- Views of the iconic Auckland city skyline from the water and sail under the Harbour Bridge
Americas Cup Sailing Experience
$199 NZD
Get hands on, take the helm, sweat on the grinders with a professional crew sailing this authentic America’s Cup yacht on Auckland’s Harbour.
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2 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Explore Group Auckland Experience Provider: Explore Group Auckland
A unique opportunity to participate as crew on an actual America’s Cup yacht. Usually the domain of billionaires and elite professional sailors, this offers everyone and anyone the opportunity to sail these grand-prix racing machines with no experience necessary.
With guidance from the professional crew you will become part of the team sailing this authentic race vessel. Take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or sit back relax and enjoy the action sailing the beautiful Waitemata Harbour.
The experience includes:
- Participation in sailing as part of the crew, taking the helm or exert energy on the grinders
- Sit back, relax and enjoy the view of the city from the water
- Enjoy an informative commentary from the knowledgeable crew about the harbour, the America’s Cup and all the history that goes with it
- You'll be provided a high quality wet weather jacket provided if raining
- The experience lasts 2 hours
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
With America's Cup sailing so ingrained in our culture we thought this experience was such a great match for Chuffed. The fact you can get hands on, feel the power of the yacht when you take the helm, understand how hard the grinding is and feel the pace these boats travel makes this a highly memorable experience. When we tried it, it gave us a huge appreciation for how skilled our world famous sailors are.
Winery tour, tastings & Cheese Platter at Batch Winery, Waiheke Island
$189 NZD
Enjoy a tour, tasting and platter at a premium Waiheke Island Vineyard including return ferry tickets.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Batch Winery
Start your experience catching the Auckland CBD ferry (tickets included in this experience). Enjoy the 38 minute ride with beautiful views from Rangitoto island, Motutapo island, Browns Island and Motuihe Island.
After making your way to Batch Winery, you will be welcomed by a wine ambassador and enjoy a walk through the winery, vineyard and barrel hall, whilst enjoying some of the estate wines. Then, sit down either inside the restaurant, or picnic style outside & enjoy a delicious cheese platter while you soak in beautiful views over the Waitemata Harbour toward Auckland city.
After all that, you are welcome to explore the trails of the Whakanewha Regional Park, which borders Batch Winery, at your own leisure before departing.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
We couldn't call ourselves experience experts if we didn't have a wine experience on Waiheke Island, right? Batch Winery itself, along with its team, are progressive, forward thinking, and the perfect Winery for us to have partnered with. Sustainability is high on the priority list for Batch, with the winery itself designed to utilize the natural slope of the land & gravity to move wine through the making process, they also steam sanitize the winery, removing the need for harmful cleaning chemicals, and all vineyard & winery waste is composted on site. For a delicious, insightful & stunning experience on the Island of Wine, look no further!
V8 Trike Ride around Mt Maunganui
$159 NZD
25 Minute cruise around Mt Maunganui on an impressive NZ built V8 Chevrolet powered trike.
Click to find out more Tauranga
25 Minutes
Experience provided by:
V8 Trike Tours
Experience Provider: V8 Trike Tours
Join V8 Trike Tours for a unique and thrilling experience on a V8 Chevrolet trike as you explore the beautiful Bay of Plenty.
Designed and built in New Zealand, these awesome trikes are powered by 5700cc Chevrolet motors. It’s the ultimate in power and excitement. With a low centre of gravity, the trikes provide a smooth ride with an impressive grip around corners. Registered as cars not motorbikes therefore seatbelts are compulsory not helmets.
Grab some friends and strap in for a drive around Mount Maunganui and along New Zealand’s ‘Best Beach’, Mount Maunganui.
It’s been ranked one of the top beaches in the World for a reason, and you’ll get to see why. There’s plenty of highlights along the way, making it the perfect introduction to the area.
This is an experience for up to four adults to enjoy together.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
As locals to Tauranga & the Mount, the Chuffed team have been seeing these V8 beasts entertaining visitors & showing off our local beauty & history in a unique way for years! When we approached the team at V8 Trike Tours, the team were more than happy to offer their experiences in our gifts, and we're thrilled they were, because now you get to hit that little button to the right & choose this experience for yourself!
Friday afternoon Waitemata Harbour Sailing Race
$199 NZD
Auckland
3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
NZ Sailing Trust
Experience Provider: NZ Sailing Trust
Join the NZ Sailing Trust for a truly exhilarating experience – one to blow away the cobwebs away and tick off that bucket list – racing on board a maxi yacht!
Steinlager 2 (The Big Red) and Lion NZ were Sir Peter Blake’s iconic yachts – they’ve raced around the world and won the Whitbread race – there are no yachts quite like them. We are delighted to invite you aboard and experience the adrenaline rush of rum racing. Taking place on Friday afternoons throughout the season, you’ll meet us at the Viaduct and duel other yachts out on the harbour for the honour of winning.
Anyone can join – so long as you’re aged between 13 and 113! There’s no need for ‘sea legs’ and no experience of boats is necessary. Our crew will give you all the support and guidance you could possibly need. We are totally cool if you want a spectator role - or you fancy joining in – hoisting the sails or using some bicep muscle as a grinder. Just bring soft soled non marking trainers, a couple of layers of clothes and we’ll provide the rest… The racing itself is about an hour long so you’ll be back at the Viaduct in time to share some fantastic stories over a drink or dinner in one of the many good bars and restaurants.
Cruise Marlborough Sounds & Enjoy Greenshell Mussels
$299 NZD
Join the Sounds Nature Cruise to explore some of the most beautiful and fascinating spots in Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui close to Picton.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Marlborough Tour Company
Sail out of Havelock Marina to enjoy the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds with a relaxing Greenshell Mussel Cruise, featuring freshly steamed mussels paired with a glass of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc for the ultimate wine/food match.
Relax and unwind while you cruise the tranquil Pelorus and Kenepuru Sounds aboard a well-appointed launch MV Spirit on this half-day exclusive tour, departing Havelock.
Learn about local history and the fascinating aquaculture industry from your knowledgeable crew, cruise past a mussel farm and take in the stunning scenery.
Explore Raglan's spectacular Harbour on a stunning sunset cruise with Fish & Chips
$159 NZD
Watch the sun set over the Tasman sea from the comfort of a purpose built catamaran on Raglan Harbour.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Raglan Boat Charters
Experience a spectacular Raglan sunset onboard the Waihinemoe with fish and chips as you see the sun go down.
Your 90 minute Sunset Cruise starts from Raglan Wharf heading off to explore the beauty of the Whaingaroa Harbour.
With over 122 kilometres of coastline the Whaingaroa (Raglan Harbour) is a nationally recognised conservation area with more than 2 million trees planted over the past 10 years, a designated bird sanctuary and stunning geologic features ranging from limestone formations overlain by volcanic basalts, clays and pumices. The skipper and crew are extremely knowledgeable and present all the local history. Relax and be at one with the bird and marine life in their habitat.
The boat you are onboard is the Wahinemoe, a purpose built 14 x 4.8m catamaran with all the comforts and an experienced local crew. Extremely stable and maneuverable in the shallows make it easy to access many of the harbours’ hidden bays and gets deep into the upper reaches of Whaingaroa.
Twilight Tane Mahuta Experience
$189 NZD
Experience the Northland Forest at night & pay visit to Tane Mahuta, the oldest Kauri Tree in the world
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Footprints Waipoua
Join the world acclaimed Footprints Waipoua night tour to the Waipoua Forest with a local Māori guide for an unforgettable encounter with another world. You will be introduced to the oldest and largest known kauri trees in the world!
Experience the affinity that Maori have with the forest and the deep spiritual respect they have for these sentinels who have stood silently witnessing the passing of time. Your guide will share thought-provoking information, humorous banter, stories and legends before respectfully greeting the oldest and largest known kauri trees in the world with spine-tingling chants and song.
Your experience will start with a karakia (prayer) seeking permission from Tāne Mahuta (the Māori God of the Forest) to enter his domain. As the transition from day to night seamlessly occurs it will become noticeable that Māori have a very unique connection with the environment and the stately giant kauri trees that have stood silently witnessing the passing of time. As you enjoy the easy walking tracks that wind through an evergreen maze of unique flora you will enjoy intermittent stops to connect with thought provoking information, stories, song and much more...
- Witness forest transition from day to night
- Meet the oldest and largest Kauri trees in the world.
- Giant trees include Te Matua Ngāhere & Tane Mahuta
Lake Tarawera Duck Tour
$189 NZD
Travel in an old WW2 landing craft turned visitor experience vehicle for a tour onto some of the lakes surrounding Rotorua.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Rotorua Duck Tours
The Tarawera and Lakes Eco-Tour takes you on a deeper journey through the Rotorua Lakes District with the highlight being a visit to Lake Tarawera, not only a stunning setting, but home to Mt Tarawera which changed our entire history in 1886. On the journey to Tarawera, visit the stunning Lake Okareka for our first splashdown. A small lakeside community within a bird sanctuary. We discover Tikitapu (Blue Lake) with its incredible colours and natural surrounds. After that you'll pass the most sacred Lake in the area Rotokakahi, along with the Buried Village of Te Wairoa before engaging in the spectacular view of Mount Tarawera.
Rotorua Duck Tours is the first, and still, the only company in New Zealand to provide the unique and exciting opportunity to explore a special part of New Zealand in an authentic amphibious WWII landing craft. Experience the thrill of riding in New Zealand’s only genuine operating WW2 landing crafts through these spectacular lake settings, volcanic craters and natural landscapes is something that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
The idea of Rotorua Duck Tours kicked off across the Weir family Christmas table one year, and brothers Peter & Trevor decided to put their money where their mouths were & see it to fruition! Since their first tour in 2003, thousands of visitors & locals alike have enjoyed the entertaining & unique tours. Still family owned & operated today, the Duck tours are an iconic Rotorua activity that we think everyone needs to experience at least once!
Experience the Rotorua Lakes in an Amphibious WW2 Vehicle
$149 NZD
Discover the Lakes District of Rotorua in an amphibious WW2 vehicle. Includes two ‘splashdowns’ in the Blue Lake and Lake Okareka plus hilarious commentary.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Rotorua Duck Tours
The Duck is a truly magnificent vehicle able to travel on land and water. Come and experience Rotorua and its lakes from a totally unique perspective.
This tour is broken into two parts which includes a tour through the city, it’s amazing gardens, iconic buildings, and geothermal areas before heading out for Splashdown into two of Rotorua’s most stunning lakes. The lakes part of the tour includes splashdown onto Lakes Tikitapu and Okareka, magnificent views of Mt Tarawera and lush native forests.
Rotorua Duck Tours is the first, and still, the only company in New Zealand to provide the unique and exciting opportunity to explore a special part of New Zealand in an authentic amphibious WWII landing craft. Experience the thrill of riding in New Zealand’s only genuine operating WW2 landing crafts and seeing beautiful scenery en route, it promises to be a real highlight of your time in Rotorua.
Explore the Remutaka Rail Trail on E-Bike
$199 NZD
Explore the Remutaka rail trail and take on up to 37 kms of easy going & beautiful riding!
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5 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Wildfinder
Experience Provider: Wildfinder
Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty. The flagship daytrip of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this is suitable for riders of all levels, and can be lengthened or shortened to suit you. 18/37km of easy/moderate riding.
Take advantage of a complimentary shuttle from Wellington Station to either Te Marua (for a 27-37km, slightly more challenging ride) or Kaitoke (for an 18-28km easy ride), where you start your adventure with a very gradual incline through native bush. Pass through tunnels (headlights provided!) and over bridges, while checking out information boards detailing the enormous task of constructing the old fell railway system. Reach the summit - a large grassy plateau perfect for a picnic or cold drink - then enjoy a fun (but easily controllable!) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, surrounded by some of NZ's most scenic farmland. You can either wait for the shuttle at Cross Creek, or continue biking up to the cafes and pubs at Featherston (a further 10km) and we'll pick you up before driving you back to Wellington Station.
Comfort Electric Mountain Bike
- 27.5 - 29 inch wheels | Roll over rougher terrain easily and comfortably, maintain great control.
- Hydraulic disc brakes | Reliable, powerful, stop in a hurry if you need to.
- 8-9 speed drivetrain with 3-6 power assist levels | Essentially 24-48 speed - never get caught "between gears"!
- 40-80km per charge | Assisted riding all day long (depending on weight, wind, usage)
- Front suspension | Smooths out the rough bits.
- Rear carrier rack | Lightweight and sturdy, allows you to transport essentials without carrying them on your back.
- Quality lightweight helmet | Safe, comfortable.
- Repair kit | Be prepared! Spare tube, pump, essential tools and step by step instructions in case of puncture.
Milford Sound Cruise
$149 NZD
Enjoy a leisurely cruise of Milford Sound, enjoying expert nature commentary and getting up close to it’s famous waterfalls.
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2 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Real NZ
Experience Provider: Real NZ
Take the time to enjoy the best of Milford Sound with a leisurely cruise aboard the Milford Haven, Milford Mariner or M.V. Sinbad. Exploring the length of the fiord you’ll learn about the history of the region and benefit from the knowledge of your specialist nature guide. Experience the cool spray of a waterfall as you move in close to sheer rock faces or watch out for dolphins, seals and, in season, the rare Fiordland crested penguins.
Experienced skippers tailor the cruise to take into consideration weather and recent wildlife sightings, ensuring you’ll see the best that Milford Sound has to offer on the day.
Informative, participative and relaxed, this is the perfect way to experience what’s been called the “eighth wonder of the world”.
Extra information
- Great viewing from both the outdoor decks and indoor lounge
- Restaurant quality food & beer on tap (cash only on-board)
- Barista coffee and tea available (extra cost)
- Milford Sound is in remote Fiordland, with no WIFI available, the perfect place to unplug and recharge
- All ages are welcome on our cruises
Queenstown Jet Boat Blast
$189 NZD
Jump on a jet boat on Lake Wakatipu for a thrilling jet boat blast featuring 360 degree spins, immense take off power & skimming right past the lakes edge.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Real NZ
Exhilarating jet boat adventure starting right in the heart of Queenstown’s town centre.
Meet your jet boat driver and your chosen vessel for an adrenaline rush like no other, filled with speed, thrills and even more of those famous 360 degree spins. Hold on as you race faster than ever before down Lake Wakatipu. Get you up close and personal with the lakes edge, skimming past trees and any obstacles in our way and be sure to hold on to your hats as you navigate under not one, but two bridges at speed.
- Speeds up to 95kmph & epic 360-degree spins
- 25 minute exciting ride to the Kawarau River
- Expert and passionate guides
- Twin V8 engines delivering 820 horsepower
Afternoon Sailing trip in the Abel Tasman
$199 NZD
Visit secluded coves, golden sand beaches, pristine clear waters and visit a NZ Fur Seal Colony on this afternoon sail adventure.
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4-7 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures Experience Provider: Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
Exploring the Abel Tasman should be on everybody's 'must do' list sometime in their lifetime, and we can't think of a more relaxing and effortless way than on a large sailing Catamaran.
This package includes a water taxi from Kaiteriteri Beach to Anchorage Beach in the National Park. Depending on how long you want to spend on the beach at Anchorage, you can choose your time for the water taxi to suit you - 9.00am, 10.30am, 12.00pm, or 12.40pm.
At Anchorage Beach you will meet your catamaran at 1.30pm for a 3 hour sail back to Kaiteriteri. Along the way you'll learn about the Abel Tasman National Park, see secluded coves, golden sand beaches and visit a fur seal colony. A stop at the Split Apple Rock is also included.
You'll arrive back at Kaiteriteri at approximately 4.30pm.
The Historic Cream Boat Cruise
$199 NZD
Historical full day cruise in the Bay of Islands. Stop off at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island to swim, eat lunch and explore.
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7 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Explore Group Experience Provider: Explore Group
See it all on the Bay’s most iconic cruise! This full-day experience has something for everyone, from island stops to dolphin watching.
Explore the inner Bay of Islands on the most extensive historical cruise in the Bay. Enjoy lunch, a swim or a coastal walk on Urupukapuka Island during your island stop at Otehei Bay. Then set off in search of dolphins and other marine life on our Hole in the Rock Cruise. Enjoy the spectacular views as we journey right to the end of the Cape Brett Peninsula, to the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukokako Island.
Back in 1927, Albert Fuller acquired a contract to deliver cream and other goods between island farms and the mainland. Visitors began to come along for the ride, and ‘the Cream Trip’ became a must-do activity. Today we still follow the original route, delivering mail and supplies to the islands while we show you the very best of the Bay, from its historical highlights to its most scenic spots. Ninety years on, the Cream Trip cruise is still the best way to see the Bay.
Highlights
- Historical cruise and island deliveries
- The Black Rocks and Marsden Cross
- 1.5 hour island stopover at Otehei Bay
- See the Hole in the Rock and Cape Brett Peninsular
- Dolphin and whale viewing
Whale & Dolphin Safari
$199 NZD
Jump on board & enjoy an ocean safari to see whales & dolphins right on Auckland’s doorstep in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park.
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4 Hours 30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari
Experience Provider: Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari
New Zealand’s most unique whale and dolphin watching safari departs direct from downtown Auckland. Enjoy a 4.5-hour cruise on board the luxurious ‘Dolphin Explorer’ as you explore the beautiful Hauraki Gulf Marine Park in search of encounters with its amazing and diverse marine wildlife.
Your safari departs from the Viaduct Basin, just a short walk from all the major hotels in Auckland Central. Jump on board the 65-foot (20-metre) catamaran and settle in as you head out to explore the beautiful Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, one of the most abundant and diverse marine parks in the world.
From the large open deck, enjoy views of famous Auckland landmarks like the Harbour Bridge, North Head and Devonport, and volcanic Rangitoto Island, as you watch out for orca and dolphins known to frequent the inner Waitematā Harbour.
As the crew provides knowledgeable commentary, marine science experts conduct biological studies and invite you to join interactive research activities.
Because you’re venturing into a wild, natural environment, every trip is different and the marine wildlife encountered varies from day to day. Typically, you will encounter Bryde’s whales and common dolphins, but you may also meet pygmy blue whales, New Zealand fur seals, sharks, manta rays, turtles and up to 26 species of seabirds – including the little blue penguin.
As you return to Auckland, sit back, take advantage of the licensed café and bar, and enjoy the island views. And if you’re ready to learn more, there’s an optional research presentation so you can learn more about the wildlife you’ve encountered during your safari.
Intro to Wellington Cycle Tour
$189 NZD
Wellington is best explored by bike – so why not go for a short guided biking tour of our capital city & see it from a new perspective!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Switched on Bikes
The essential introduction to Wellington! Jump on a bike and your guide will show you around the Wellington Waterfront and introduce you to some fascinating past and present figures who have made Wellington the creative capital it is today.
This tour is perfect for those with just a couple of hours to spare or who prefer to ride only on cycle paths. Introduction to Wellington is set at an easy pace with plenty of time for questions and taking photos at each of the tour stops. Your tour focuses on six city shaping people and will introduce you to some key Wellington landmarks including the New Zealand Parliament, Wellington Stadium, Te Papa Museum, Cuba St, Oriental Bay, Wellington Railway Station and the historic Wellington Waterfront. You will use regular bikes for this tour as it's mostly flat, but you can upgrade to an electric bike if you like.
Meet your guide at Switched On Bikes on Queens Wharf in central Wellington in time for a 10:30am departure. After listening to the safety briefing, enjoy time to practice in a car-free space before heading out. The tour is light hearted and fun. This business is Wellington based and has been running bike tours for more than seven years so you can have confidence riding with them. Your tour ends back at Switched on Bikes in Central Wellington.
You’ll learn about
- First country to give women the right to vote
- Wellington’s Maori culture and history
- Film making in the capital
- The windiest city in the world!
- Cuba St, Wellington’s progressive heart
Riding Level: Easy
Duration: 2-2.5 hrs
Distance: Short < 10km
Start Time: 10:30am, afternoon departure available upon request
Hands on creative Workshop at Weta Studios Wellington
$189 NZD
With the guidance of Wētā Workshop’s experienced technicians, you will create your own movie magic.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Weta Workshop Wellington
Enjoy a hands-on workshop to introduce you to the magic behind Hollywood Movies.
You can choose 1 of the following workshops:
Intro to Sculpting: Enjoy a hands-on introduction to sculpting. The sculpting room is where many Weta creations come to life for the first time. Roll up your sleeves for an introduction to the magic of sculpture! Bring a fantastical character to life: Be led through sculpting basics by the Wētā Workshop crew & bring a 3D character
to life! Learn how to craft a sculpture: From household materials and modeling clay. Take your sculpture home to finish and display!
Intro to SFX: No humans were harmed in the making of this workshop! Learn the art of crafting convincing special effects by mixing blood and sculpting your own scars and scrapes at our ‘Intro to SFX’ workshop. Begin your journey as a special effects makeup artist: In this introductory workshop, you will learn how to make fake blood, apply a custom fake wound to yourself using silicon and paint it to look like the real thing.
Intro to Leatherwork: Create your own movie magic with the Weta Workshop crew. Learn techniques used by the costume department and refine, design, and dye your very own leather keepsake! It’s an intro into leatherwork, and you’ll be guided through a process of creativity by the Weta team. Create your own keepsake: Stamp or emboss your pattern on genuine leather, then dye and finish your sample.
Craft in small groups: Allowing for one on-one time with the crew. No creative experience necessary. Just bring yourself and your enthusiasm. These workshops are 1 hour long.
Goat Island or Tawharanui Marine Reserve Dive
$199 NZD
Guided Dive at Goat Island or Tawharanui Marine Reserve, get up close to some marine species you may never have even heard of!
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8 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
NZ Diving
Experience Provider: NZ Diving
Experience some of the country's best diving, just 45 minutes drive from Auckland! You'll encounter a variety of different species up close & personal and be given advice from local experts on where best to dive based on your experience.
The two marine reserves are situated next to each other and just a short distance from the dive centre. Goat Island is the oldest in New Zealand and Tawharanui the youngest, both are very different from each other and the best diving is from a boat. Get to dive away from all the tourists and explore the seldom seen areas of both of the reserves.
This is an excellent dive site for certified divers, whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver. Experience includes all rental equipment and 2 dives from the boat.
The Tawharanui Marine Reserve was established in September 2011. The reserve allows marine life to flourish. You don’t have to swim far to find a nest of crayfish all sitting there blatantly, as if they know they are safe. Tawharanui is a perfect dive site for beginners to feel safe and enjoy the dive while those more advanced will always find something new to admire.
Goat Island is New Zealand’s first marine reserve. It was created in 1975 and officially opened in 1977 and is famous for its big Snapper, blue Maomao and many other species of fish in easy access to shore. On the exposed side of Goat Island there is a drop off which offers a variety of life or you can dive in the more sheltered eastern side of Goat island. Its suits all abilities and is a perfect way to relax and take in the amazing underwater environment.
Auckland Axe-Throwing Session
$189 NZD
Try this new, crazy craze that is Axe-Throwing. Learn the techniques before playing some fun games with your new found skills, and take a T-shirt home as a momento!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Sweet Axe Throwing Co Auckland
This is a new one – head on into Sweet Axe Auckland and try your hand at Axe Throwing!! Throwing an axe is an exhilarating experience, one which you can feel for yourself in this safe & supportive space. It's an activity that rewards form over force, it's a leveler; anyone can do it!
The axe-perts will show you how it’s done before you learn how to throw for yourself & dive into a couple of fun games using your new found skills. Take your choice of Sweet-Axe T-Shirt home to remember the experience by!
Here's what happens….A coach will take you through correct and safe throwing techniques one on one, to ensure you are ready. After a bit of practice you then put your new skills to the test in a tournament. All very light hearted FUN.
Half day Self-Guided Eco tour on Kapiti Island
$189 NZD
Take a ferry trip to Kapiti Island to explore at your own pace, you’ll be given Island information so you know the best spots to visit!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Kapiti Island Nature Tours
Want to tick Kapiti Island off your bucket list? We've got you covered with return ferry travel, doc permits & an island introduction from a Kapiti Island Nature Tours guide.
From your landing at Waiorua, enjoy an easy walk to a lookout over picturesque Okupe Lagoon, with the option to explore the coastline track in the off-season.
Okupe Valley Loop Track - Ideal for families
This walk follows a gentle gradient, with picturesque views over Okupe Lagoon and the marine reserve. Open year-round. Approx 1 hour 30 mins.
Boulder Bank Loop Track - Off-season only
Enjoy a coastal walk around the boulder bank. This track is closed from October to March (unless with a guide) to avoid disturbing nesting seabirds. Approx 45 mins.
Scenic Rafting Adventure
$199 NZD
Scenic Grade Two Rafting Adventure on the Rangitikei River including riverside lunch & an easy stroll to a waterfall
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8 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
River Valley Ventures
Experience Provider: River Valley Ventures
With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, a side hike to a spectacular waterfall (weather dependent) and a riverside lunch, the 13 km section of the Rangitikei River downstream from the Lodge is a perfect day out.
On the way down, immense cliffs cradle the river canyon. It is in one of these sections that you will stop and have a picnic lunch. From there it is a relaxing float out to the take out, followed by a scenic drive back to River Valley Lodge.
An awesome rafting trip that is safe, scenic, interesting, and FUN!
Wellington Axe-Throwing Session
$189 NZD
Learn the art of Axe-Throwing before playing some fun tournament games with your new found skills, and take a T-shirt home as a momento!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Sweet Axe Throwing Co Wellington
This is a new one – head on into Sweet Axe Wellington and try your hand at Axe Throwing!! The axe-perts will show you how it’s done before you learn how to throw for yourself & dive into a couple of fun games using your new found skills. Take your choice of Sweet-Axe T-Shirt home to remember the experience by!
This is basically what happens……A coach will take you through correct and safe throwing techniques one on one, to ensure you are ready. After a bit of practice you then put your new skills to the test in a tournament. All very light hearted FUN.
Inflatable Kayak River adventure
$199 NZD
Inflatable Guided Kayak trip on Rangitikei River including riverside lunch & the option to hike to a waterfall along the way
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8 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
River Valley Ventures Experience Provider: River Valley Ventures
Experience a full day inflatable kayak adventure on the Scenic section of the river downstream from River Valley Lodge. It's a heap of fun with a side hike to a spectacular waterfall (weather dependent) and lunch on the river, what could be better?
Your inflatable kayak will give you a fun ride, challenge you, most probably get you wet, and ensure big, big smiles at the end of the day. At the beginning of the trip, your guides will give you instruction on how to steer them, and from there on direct you where you need to be on the river.
Great Track & Pack Pass
$189 NZD
Explore the Queen Charlotte Track at your pace with water taxi to/from the track & daily luggage transfers to your chosen accomodation.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Beachcomber Cruises
The Great Track and Pack Pass is the best option for transport to and from the Queen Charlotte Track.
There is no time limit on the pass so it allows you to walk or bike the track in however many or few days you choose. Most people complete the track in 4 days, 3 nights although there is no standard way to complete the track, some people like to take their time and spend up to 7 days or some complete it in 2 or 3. Please ask our reservations office for advice if you are not sure how to plan your trip.
The Queen Charlotte Track is rated one of the Great Walks of New Zealand. This panoramic track offers virgin New Zealand bush, exceptional views and accommodation to cater for everyone's budget which is made up of camping grounds, backpackers and five star resorts.
We recommend that the track is walked or biked from north to south and your accommodation booked prior to your departure from Picton.
The Great Track and Pack Pass includes the following:
A drop-off at Ship Cove (the beginning of the track) on one of our scheduled departures
8:00am (1st Oct - 30th Apr), 9:00am or *1:30pm departures from Picton (1:30pm please enquire via email office@mailboat.co.nz)
A pick-up from Anakiwa at 3:30pm with an approximate arrival back in Picton of 4:30pm other pick up points are available
Luggage transfers along the track - maximum 20kg per person
*Please note that the 1:30pm will arrive at Ship Cove at approximately 3:30-4:00pm
If you choose to transport between accommodation and not walk sections, this is an additional cost to the Great Track and Pack Pass, please ask the reservations team for options and pricing.
Excludes: Accommodation, QCTLC Pass, Mountain Bike transportation ($5 each way), Motuara Island $5 visit fee, anything not specified above.
Queen Charlotte Track Land Cooperative (Q.C.T.L.C.) Pass
Private land fees: Sections of the track cross private land and track users are required to have a Queen Charlotte Track Land Cooperative (Q.C.T.L.C.) Pass for all Q.C.T.L.C. private land between Kenepuru Saddle, Torea Saddle, Te Mahia Saddle and Anakiwa. The pass fee contributes to track maintenance, enhancement and access. Please respect the owners’ property and do not use vehicles or take firearms or dogs on the track.
Pass fees: $12.00 for a 1 day pass. $25.00 for up to 5 consecutive days. $35.00 for an annual pass. Schoolchildren are free.
Passes can be purchased when booking or in office on day of departure.
Cruise from Picton to Ship Cove on the Marlborough Sounds
$159 NZD
Cruise on the Marlborough Sounds to the famous Captain Cook landing at Ships Cove, then cruise the waterways of the Sounds, keeping an eye out for marine life on your return journey.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Beach Comber Cruises
Cruise from Picton, up through the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound to historical Ship Cove. Along the way your skipper will provide a commentary on the surrounds, history and the wildlife be it bird, fish or mammal!
As the name would suggest the highlight of this tour is a 30 minute stopover at Ship Cove. Named by Captain James Cook in 1770 when his ship The Endeavour anchored here to replenish supplies of food, water and wood. It became a favourite anchorage of Captain Cook and he returned here a further four times between 1770 and 1777.
Take the opportunity to dabble in the creek where Captain Cook made home brew for his crew and share the beach with the resident wildlife. Have your photo taken beside the Captain Cook Monument commemorating his visits to this area or just relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Upon re-joining your vessel cruise via Endeavour Inlet to view Furneaux Lodge and Punga Cove Resort before returning to Picton.
Full Day Mountain E-Bike Hire
$199 NZD
Full Day Mountain E-Bike hire to explore Nelson city or surrounding Mountain Bike Trails
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8 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Gravity Nelson
Experience Provider: Gravity Nelson
Explore some of Nelson's great trails with an 8-hour mountain E-bike hire from the experts! These are high-end bikes that are all geared up to help you tackle anything the local trails will throw at you. Helmets, knee pads & local knowledge also come free with these rentals!
The breathtaking scenery of Nelson, from its lush forests to rugged mountain ranges to spectacular costal scenery and many national parks, provides the perfect backdrop for any mountain biking adventure. The diverse landscape ensures a unique experience every time you hit the trails, fantastic views of the sea can be glimpsed from most trails and many of them meander through extensive pine or native tree forests.
Nelson Biking Trails
Nelson offers a wealth of trails catering to all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals. With its diverse terrain and ever-changing landscapes, mountain biking in Nelson is a thrilling experience like no other. Nelson has over 400kms of single-track mountain bike trails within 45 minutes drive of the centre of town. These trails are spread across multiple riding centres or hubs, including Cable Bay Adventure Park, Codgers Mountain Bike Park, Sharlands Forest, Sylvan Forest Park, Richmond Hills Park, Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park and the Wairoa Gorge. Each ride hub has its own character, unique soil, and different trail flavors, providing outstanding variety for any mountain biker coming to the region.
Motuara Island Bird Watch Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds
$159 NZD
Cruise on the Marlborough Sounds & time to explore bird sanctuary Motuara Island, keep your eyes out for the rare & endangered species that call this Island home.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Beach Comber Cruises
Depart from Picton out to the stunning Motuara bird Island. Immerse yourself in the natural surroundings, native birdlife and stunning views for approximately 1 hour.
On arrival at this magnificent island, you will hear a chorus of songs from the local inhabitants. Sit and enjoy the bird viewing station approx 5-minute walk from jetty before following the moderate gradient track approx 800m one way around the hill with several lookout points along the way before reaching the highest point of the island (128m) there awaits fantastic views across to Ship Cove. There is a spectacular view to the North Island from the Cook Straight Lookout. Lift the lid on one of many wooden nestling boxes along the track and a sleepy Little Blue Penguin (or even a Kiwi) may just glance up to see who is watching over him.
Motuara Bird Sanctuary Island attracts bird lovers from all over the world. All introduced pests were removed in the early 1990's and the island is now home to a variety of native species having struggled to survive or died out on the mainland. Many of these are critically endangered and this Island provides them with a secure future.
Some of the wildlife you will see includes, Saddleback (tieke), NZ Robin (toutouwai), Bellbird (korimako), Tui, Grey Warbler (riroriro), NZ Pigeon (kereru), Silver Eye (tauhou), Fantail (piwakawaka), the endangered South Island Saddleback, the very rare King Shag, Maud Island Frog and the Marlborough Green Gecko.
The vessel will come and pick you up from Motuara island then transport to historic Ship Cove for a site visit before having you arrive back in Picton approx 12:30pm
* Motuara Island is a predator free island administered by the Department of Conservation.
Ride the 300m long Skywire at Cable Bay Adventure Park, Nelson
$159 NZD
Experience the world’s longest flying fox, Skywire at Nelson’s Cable Bay Adventure Park.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Cable Bay Adventure Park
This adventure starts at the Cable Bay Adventure Park near Nelson.
Your tour starts with a 4km ride in a 4-wheel drive vehicle, passing through pristine native forest while your guides entertain you with facts about the park’s diverse native environment, cultural aspects and fun stories.
The Skywire is set 300m above the base café and has incredible views of Cable and Delaware Bays, the western ranges and north towards D’urville island. One a clear day you can even see the snow-capped peak of Mount Taranaki.
Strapped securely into the ride with 5-point harnesses, the Skywire seats up to four “flyers” at a time, with around 1000m of gravity assisted free-wheeling, reaching speeds of up to 100 kph, followed by 600m at a more leisurely pace - ideal for taking in the incredible scenery. Then you do it all again - BACKWARDS
Farm Forest Quad Bike tour & Skywire Combo
$199 NZD
Guided farm quad bike tour followed by the epic Skywire, the world’s largest Flying Fox, at Nelson’s Cable Bay Adventure Park.
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2 Hours 30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Cable Bay Adventure Park
Experience Provider: Cable Bay Adventure Park
This adventure is at Cable Bay Adventure Park near Nelson and includes the epic skywire and a fun forest quad bike tour.
Your tour starts with a 4km ride in a 4-wheel drive vehicle, passing through pristine native forest while your guides entertain you with facts about the park’s diverse native environment, cultural aspects and fun stories.
The Skywire is set 300m above the base café and has incredible views of Cable and Delaware Bays, the western ranges and north towards D’urville island. One a clear day you can even see the snow-capped peak of Mount Taranaki.
Strapped securely into the ride with 5-point harnesses, the Skywire seats up to four “flyers” at a time, with around 1000m of gravity assisted free-wheeling, reaching speeds of up to 100 kph, followed by 600m at a more leisurely pace - ideal for taking in the incredible scenery. Then you do it all again - BACKWARDS!
Then it's a 1.5 hour quad bike tour around the property. Designed to suit all abilities, this tour follows the forest trails up to the Skywire before descending back to the farm and a trip around the flats.
A day to remember in Nelson!
Why is this Chuffed Worthy:
Beyond providing fantastic activities for the entire family, Cable Bay Adventure Park is actively contributing to the regeneration of their natural environment, through the removal of invasive pest species and replanting of native flora & fauna. They are also committed to acknowledging the cultural significance of the area, and work alongside the local Tangata Whenua to ensure park development is aligned with this. We think this is an awesome example of responsible tourism, and are proud to offer their experiences to our customers!
White Water Rafting Adventure
$199 NZD
White Water Rafting adventure down the Rangitikei River, featuring 11kms of varying grades, this half day adventure will keep the adrenaline high!
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4 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
River Valley Ventures Experience Provider: River Valley Ventures
Often recognised as one of the top half day Grade 5 White Water Rafting Trips in the world, your trip on the Rangitikei starts off easier, with sections of fun Grade 2 and Grade 3 rapids, great practice for what lies ahead!
Over a two to three hour period, and 11 kms of river, you will experience rapids that start at that easy end, and culminate in the gorge. A section of the river where 10 major rapids, from Grade 3+ to Grade 5, line up one after the other to thrill you and excite you. Some of these rapids are short and sharp, while others carry on for several hundred meters.
This is a world class, half-day white water rafting trip on the Rangitikei River with plenty to get excited about!
Split Apple Kayak Tour
$189 NZD
Paddle your way to the famous Split Apple Rock and get a taster of the Abel Tasman National Park. Take in the sights of nesting seabirds, caves and golden sand beaches.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: RnR Kayaks
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.
Evening Penguin Tour near Akaroa
$189 NZD
Guided tour to visit the largest mainland colony of Australasion Little Penguins in New Zealand. Tour across private land for an exclusive viewing of these creatures.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Pohatu Penguins
Pohatu is the largest Australasian Little Penguin colony on mainland New Zealand where this family owned business has worked over the last three decades protecting White-flippered Penguins, Canterbury's own variant of Australasian Little Penguin, from introduced predators.
This is a wonderful option for people who wish to take part in the monitoring program and discover more, in depth, about the conservation efforts. This gives you great insight into the life of a penguin and the chance to see the birds up-close and a unique opportunity to watch them socialising on the water.
After a breathtaking scenic drive over Akaroa extinct volcano and photo opportunities you will discover tranquil Pohatu Bay where you will set off for a walk around the colony to monitor nesting sites and make sure that the Little Penguins are doing well. Then, you will have the unique opportunity to spot some undisturbed from hidden hides, socializing on the water with provided binoculars and telescope.
With night falling there is a high likelihood to see some penguins returning to shore and relaxing on the rocks before heading to their nests. As they have to walk so far to feed chicks you will leave before dark and leave them in peace.
In addition, tours booked late November to February may have the opportunity to see up-close rehabilitation efforts such as feedings and swim therapy.
The tour includes:
- 4WD transportation from Akaroa by 4WD minibus to and from Pohatu bay on some of Banks peninsula back country road,
- Welcome by rare sheep breeds that can be hand fed,
- A conservation walk and talk within the penguin habitat,
- Monitoring of penguin nesting homes to check on the colony,
- With camouflage gear and through binoculars and scope, watch penguin(s) in the middle of the bay, preening, resting and socialising,
- A likelihood of some birds coming ashore just under the hides as it get darker
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
We love this business. This is an exemplar of how, when done well tourism is such a powerful force. Pohutu Penguins is a family run business with a long standing history of protecting the Little Penguin in Pohatu Bay. When Shireen and Francis Helps first started their penguin conservation work the penguins faced massive challenges via predation by rats, cats, ferrets and stoats. The colonies around Bank's Peninsula were disappearing at an alarming rate.
Through predator trapping, monitoring, rehabilitation and creating awareness the Pohutu Colony stabilized and has now grown into the largest colony of Little Penguins on mainland New Zealand. Today, the conservation work continues, and the tourism business has created jobs, raises marine conservation awareness and in short is simply a fantastic story!
Craft Beer & Food Tour
$199 NZD
Jump on a craft beer tour and escape central Queenstown to visit some of the area’s best spots for a craft beer, sit back & enjoy lunch over a glass or two!
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4.5 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Queenstown Beer Tours
Experience Provider: Queenstown Beer Tours
Get picked up around 11:50am and take a trip outside of Queenstown’s CBD to try award winning locally brewed beers in this up and coming craft beer scene. This award winning fully guided tour will take you to historic Arrowtown, before going passed scenic Lake Hayes and heading back towards Queenstown while driving along the beautiful shores of Lake Wakatipu and the Shotover River.
Visit local breweries and try the best craft beers they have to offer. After each tasting, feel free to purchase any drinks you like to enjoy or take home. Your guide Lewis is a Kiwi, Queenstown born and raised local who takes pride in his town and will show you a personal and great day out.
With 3 stops including an interactive brewery tour, 13 tastings and a delicious and exclusive food and beer matched lunch, Queenstown Beer Tours is the best way to spend your afternoon! After your big day out they can return you to your accommodation or to one of Queenstown’s favourite craft beer bars for more deals and savings.
If craft beer isn't your thing, don't worry as other alcoholic alternatives are available at each stop. If this sounds like your ideal day out then book today with Queenstown’s favourite beer tour to jump on board and enjoy a brew with a view!
The Tour includes:
- Pickup from Queenstown accommodation
- In-depth interactive brewery tour where you can try the raw ingredients
- Delicious (exclusive for this tour) food and beer matched lunch
- 13+ Craft Beer tastings
- Visit 3 small locally owned breweries
- Great detail about the beer and in-depth info about the area and its history with great views
- Allocated free time spent at Arrowtown, photo stops and a Cheesery visit
- Discounted rates on take home beer & merchandise
- Air-conditioned comfortable van
- Beer can be substituted for cider or wine
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
Chuffed has made it our mission to partner with loads of owner operated businesses all over NZ, the ones that started as a passion & flourished into a business. We find these businesses tend to deliver the most authentic experiences you can find, and Queenstown Beer Tours is certainly one of them! Lewis Benseman is the owner/operator/guide at QBT. He's born & raised fourth generation Queenstown, and has a passion for all things craft beer & fun!
Wanaka Waterfall Climbing!
$199 NZD
Suit up for an epic climb up the side of a waterfall with stunning views back toward Lake Wanaka & surrounds.
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3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Wild Wire Wanaka
Experience Provider: Wild Wire Wanaka
GO WILD and let your nature lover come to the surface. This climb is a perfect taster of adventure climbs and one that'll keep you remembering that you've always had a bit of a wild side. Accepting the challenge and epic views over Lake Wanaka are just a few of the accomplishments you'll achieve!
Level 1 will take you into the heart of the waterfall exposing hidden pools and crossing three suspension bridges before crossing our final 35m bridge and traversing back to the base along a picturesque trail.
You will drive through stunning scenery to the base of the Twin Falls Waterfall. Your guides will teach you everything you need to know before starting your climb and you’ll be supported the whole trip.
Quick Facts:
- Approximately 1 hour of climbing/
- Descent is approximately 20mins by trail.
- Basic fitness is required. (You must be happy walking on uneven terrain for up to 2 hours.)
- This climb is suitable for anyone 10 years+ and over 120cm and 40kgs (call to discuss for children under 10)
- The harnesses are rated to a maximum of 110kgs, and we recommend those over 100kg have good strength and general fitness. The maximum waist measurements for harnesses are 100cm, and leg loops 70cm.
Dolphin Watch
$189 NZD
Watch the acrobatic displays of the Dusky Dolphin from a custom built dolphin viewing boat. Don’t forget your camera on this one.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Encounter Kaikoura
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. Their exhilarating displays of jumps, leaps, tail slapping and somersaults provide the most incredible dolphin show on earth!
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.
The boat is specifically built with optimum viewing in mind and have upstairs decks as well as walk around bows to enable you to capture perfect images of your experience.
This tour is 3.5 hours duration.
If you want, there is the opportunity to upgrade to swimming with the dolphins.
Dolphin Swim
$199 NZD
Get in the water off the Kaikoura Peninsula & experience the thrill of swimming with Dolphins in the wild in one of NZ’s most famous marine landscapes.
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3 Hours 30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Encounter Kaikoura
Experience Provider: Encounter Kaikoura
Swim with wild dolphins in their natural habitat!
Imagine being eye to eye with a dusky dolphin. It is something incredibly special that these wild animals choose to stop and engage 1:1 with swimmers in the water. Dusky dolphins are probably the most interactive dolphin species; we don’t know why, and this sense of mystery makes the engagement with them all the more extraordinary.
Swimming with the Dolphins is often described as a life changing experience. Get alongside these beautiful, gentle creatures in their natural habitat and watch them perform their underwater acrobatics.
With just 16 swimmers per tour you wont feel rushed or pressured, and can go at your own pace & enjoy an intimate dolphin swimming experience without the crowds.
Snorkeling with the pod of dolphins will leave you with lasting magical memories!
Full day Marlborough Cycling & Wineries experience!
$199 NZD
Explore wine country by bike in a fun & delicious cycle tour, travelling by bike between the vines to visit three Marlborough cellar doors.
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8 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Explore Marlborough
Experience Provider: Explore Marlborough
Get the best of both worlds. This is an ideal winery tour for those who want a snapshot of the views, tastes and flavours of the Marlborough wine region.
Your friendly and knowledgeable guide will be with you for the morning and you will visit three of our favourite wineries on superb wine trails through the vineyards, on river stop-banks, and down quiet country roads. Along the way, you’ll be surrounded by spectacular views of the Richmond Range, Wither Hills, Wairau River and beautiful Marlborough vineyards.
You will learn a little about the history of the area around Blenheim and the background to growing and producing wine in Marlborough. After visiting three wineries in the morning, your guide will talk you through the map and give you some ideas of where to have lunch, other wineries to visit and the best places to bike your afternoon of self-guided touring.
This experience is small and personal with a maximum of eight people per bike tour. Your guide will be with you in the morning to answer your questions and ensure you have the best possible experience.
You do not need to be an experienced cyclist to enjoy this bike tour. The pace is leisurely and the terrain is gentle, ensuring easy riding no matter what your skill level. Don’t worry about the weather – if it rains this switches to a driving wine tour for the morning.
Pick up from your Blenheim or Renwick accommodation (approx. 9:30 am) and drop off (approx. 5 pm) is included, so that you are free to enjoy the day to the full.
International Cuisine Cooking Class
$199 NZD
Your choice of internationally themed cooking class in Christchurch City, ending in a three course meal
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3 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Riverside Kitchen
Experience Provider: Riverside Kitchen
Whether you are looking for a relaxed demonstration style class or a hands-on culinary learning experience, Riverside Kitchen in Christchurch have a class for you.
Classes start with a demonstration at the main bench followed by a chance to create some of the dishes yourself.
Aside from all of the new skills you'll pick up during the class, all classes finish at the table for a three-course meal matched with New Zealand wines!
So will it be Hong Kong street food, French classics, Spanish tapas, homemade pasta or something else? There are so many different culinary classes to choose from that all sound delicious!
Full Suspension Mountain Bike Hire
$189 NZD
Explore over 50kms of mountain bike trails with a full day hire of two modern, full suspension mountain bikes. You’ll receive all the gear & track advice before setting off.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Paihia Mountain Bikes
The Waitangi Mountain Bike Park is located in one of the most beautiful places in the world, the Bay of Islands. With heaps of awesome riding, it provides the perfect all round option for mountain biking for any time of the year with a mix of easy, scenic trails that you can take at your own pace as well as some hardcore riding.
It currently offers almost 50km of varying difficulty trails with great flow and features, from downhill riding, jump trails, cross country and beginner trails. The trail network has grown rapidly over the past couple of years and the trails cater to all levels of ability from beginners to advanced riders.
There are plenty of fast, flowing berms, rollers and jumps. Grade 2 and 3 runs are so well built, they’re still fun for more expert riders - some of the best in New Zealand. Come check out all the awesome trails and riding options.
Paihia Mountain Bikes are located right at the start point of these world class trails, and have the perfect bike available for you to explore them!
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
The Bay of Islands is one of our favourite parts of NZ, and the world class trails located just out of Paihia are definitely worth checking out on your next visit. Jonny & Georgie are the locals behind Paihia Mountain Bikes. Their friendly crew are full of all the knowledge you need to make the most of your day, and will get you fitted on a modern, high quality ride to make your day all the more enjoyable!
Bike The Wineries Full Day
$189 NZD
Shuttle to the historic village of Arrowtown, before taking on a self-guided ride to visit the cellar doors in the Gibbston Valley.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Around the Basin Bike Queenstown
Enjoy a full day exploring the wineries at your own pace. This experience begins with a shuttle from Queenstown to the quaint, gold-mining village of Arrowtown. Here the team from Around the Basin Bike will cover mountain bike fitting, navigation, bike safety and (very importantly) winery information. There’s the opportunity to explore Arrowtown and visit one of the cafés, or hop on your bike and get straight into your morning ride. From Arrowtown the trail follows the beautiful Arrow and Kawarau rivers to the Kawarau Suspension Bridge – home of the world’s first bungy jump.
From there spend the rest of the day biking at your leisure along the Gibbston River Trail, using an informative winery map to visit as many of the cellar doors linked throughout this easy riding trail.
There are plenty of wineries to call into for tastings or lunch (additional cost) or picnic at along the way, and the crew will stop in with their shuttle to pick up any wine you may purchase, how good is that!
Wineries include: Chard Farm, Gibbston Valley Winery, Rockburn, Gibbston Tavern, Kinross, Brennan and Mt Rosa.
You will be picked up at 4:30 pm from your winery of choice for the shuttle back to Queenstown.
The riding distance to the first winery is 15 km. To get all the way to the end of the wine valley, you’ll end up covering about 25 km.
Ultimate Experience Pass
$189 NZD
Experience Provider: Game Over Auckland
Unlock all attractions at Game over Auckland with the ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE PASS!
Start with a 15 lap race around the karting track, then strap on your phaser and step into the deepest of jungles for your laser tag missions! Then take your $30 of arcade credit & have a blast there, and finally, cap off the day with a round of Jurassic Mini Putt.
Pick a friend & make a day of it - you'll have an absolute blast!
- Auckland's top go karting track
Get behind the wheel of one of an electric kart and experience first-hand the unrivaled torque and power! The 200m track challenges drivers of all levels; smooth steering, throttle, and brake control are essential for achieving a good lap time.
- Action-packed laser battle
Game Over Laser Tag is a live action packed, laser arena with the latest technology, lighting and sound. Watch out for the opposition players and the interactive targets hidden throughout the arena – zap them before they get you!
- The most popular games in town
Game Over is absolutely packed with arcade games galore!
- Jurassic mini putt golf
Take a trip back to the Jurassic period and see if you have the skills to avoid gigantic dinosaurs while you putt.
Visit Cape Kidnappers, NZ’s largest gannet colony
$189 NZD
Experience Provider: Gannet Safaris Overland
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's 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 metres above the ocean. Here your driver/guide will serve you refreshments whilst you enjoy watching the gannets perform around you.
Hawkes Bay Cycling Winery Tour
$189 NZD
Visit six Hawkes Bay wineries on this guided biking tour, which follows easy riding & beautiful cycle trails along river banks, through small towns & out to the coast.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Takaro Trails
This has got to be one of the best winery biking experiences!
Start your adventure at the Black Barn winery. Te Mata Estate and Akarangi are very close by so you can start your wine tasting early. From here you enjoy a 16km cycle on the limestone cycle trail following the Tuki Tuki River, to the coastal communities of Haumoana and Te Awanga.
The views are stunning as you cycle the raised stop-bank trail and look out over orchards, vineyards and farmlands. Reaching the coast you'll be ready to taste some more fine wine at Elephant Hill, Clearview Estate and Te Awanga Estate.
Visit Coromandel's famous Cathedral Cove on this stunning boat tour!
$189 NZD
Explorer boat cruise on the Coromandel Peninsula, passing bays, cliffs & caves to get to Cathedral Cove.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Hahei Explorer
The Hahei Explorer is an hour long, travels up to 14kms, and takes the visitor into coastal islands of the marine reserve, reefs, massive sea caves and bays, including the world famous Cathedral Cove.
The magnificence of this natural volcanic scenery is legendary and the approach by sea, combined with an insightful yet relaxed commentary further enhances the experience. Seating only ten passengers, this personalised tour caters for all age groups.
A rare opportunity to experience an unspoilt marine environment. Te Whanganui a hei (Cathedral Cove) marine reserve is a protected area where recreational and commercial fishing is prohibited. The reserve begins off the coast of Hahei, covering a 9 square kilometre area of ocean. The marine ecosystem has flourished since it’s protection in 1992, and is now a thriving home to a range of marine plants and animals, taonga (treasure) protected now and for future generations. This tour will take you to special places and your guide will share their extensive ecotourism knowledge with you.
This tour departs from the Sandy beaches at the Southern end of Haihei Beach.
Supercar Fast Dash
$199 NZD
A lap around Highlands raceway in a professionally driven supercar, reaching speeds of over 200km/h!
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10 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Highlands Motorsports Park
Experience Provider: Highlands Motorsports Park
The Highlands Supercar Fast Dash is a true bucket-list experience that will leave you buzzing!
Take on the challenging turns of our world-class circuit in a high-performance Ferrari or Porsche supercar, with a professional driver by your side for an unforgettable experience.
It's fast, it's furious and one helluva a ride! Enjoy a lap around Highlands' world-class circuit with speeds reaching up to 225 km/h! Reaching up to 100 km/h in just 3 seconds and powered by a 661hp, 3.9L Twin-Turbo V8, you will be driven by professional drivers and experience first-hand what this beautiful machine is really made of.
Head out for a Snapper fishing Charter in the Bay of Islands!
$199 NZD
A chance to land big snapper fishing grounds of the Bay of Islands under professional guidance
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4 Hours 30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Fish Bay of Islands
Experience Provider: Fish Bay of Islands
A chance to get out on the stunning far north waterways & chase some delicious snapper for the dinner table! The crew from Fish Bay of Islands will put you on the fish with all the right gear, then the rest is up to you!!
Snapper fishing excursions are generally within the inner bay depending on the conditions on the day.
Pilchards, squid and mackerel are the most common bait used but the odd live bait is always handy as big Snapper are quite partial to these tempting morsels.
Ledger and strayline rigs are predominantly used for this species but jigs and soft baits can also be effective for those experienced anglers keen to preserve.
Heading out with skipper with 40 years experience fishing in the Bay of Island you are on good hands. Snapper is the target on today's expereince.
This experience is for a shared snapper fishing charter experience which will take you approximately 4.5 hours departing from Paihia Wharf.
Exclusive Tour to Visit Seals and Penguins
$189 NZD
At the far end of the Otago Peninsula sit tight for an Eight Wheel-Drive Argo tour visiting the penguins & seals that call this headland home.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Natures Wonders
Experience a unique guided wildlife adventure, travelling on an all-terrain Argo 8 wheel drive.
Take an exhilarating ride across the Reid family farm to the breeding habitat of Yellow-eyed Penguins, Blue penguins, and New Zealand Fur Seals. Enjoy the spectacular coastal views, private beaches and up close and personal encounters with nature. An unforgettable journey into nature's wonders!
The Otago Peninsula headland is arguably the most precious wildlife habitat in New Zealand, and has been described by David Bellamy as "one of the finest examples of eco-tourism in the world". Natures Wonders is located right on the forefront of this headland, and is a self-funded conservation effort to ensure that this land is preserved for all future generations to enjoy, by protecting the penguins, fur seals and other wildlife.
It is a real experience, owned by real people. Wildlife is living in natural environments the way nature intended it to be. The team at Natures Wonders don't feed the wildlife, and the wildlife is not subjected to tagging, handling or any form of testing. This is as real as it gets when it comes to wildlife habitats.
This tour suits all ages, and a low level of fitness is required.
Wine Sampler Tour
$199 NZD
A classic Queenstown wine tour tasting 18+ cool-climate wines across four of the finest and boutique cellar door in the Gibbston Region
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5 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Altitude Tours Experience Provider: Altitude Tours
Visit the Island Wildlife Sanctuary of Tiritiri Matangi
$189 NZD
Experience Provider: Explore
Take a friend and head out for a day in the Hauraki Gulf, exploring one of the area's most famous wildlife sanctuary islands, Tiritiri Matangi. Experience the beauty and birdsong on this island sanctuary, home to an unrivalled range of wildlife following one of the country’s most successful community-led conservation projects.
Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana - the Hauraki Gulf, as we make our way to this island sanctuary. After arriving via ferry from downtown Auckland, you'll head off on a self guided visit of the island.
Choose to seek out the islands unique birdlife, native plants and rich history, or find a beautiful secluded spot to enjoy a relaxing day away from the city, the choice is all yours. The pest-free island provides a safe haven for a wide range of native species including kōkako, takahē, tīeke and more.
Enjoy the time to explore the island's other walking tracks, quiet beaches and regenerating forest at your leisure.
Aix mud wrap treatment at Rotorua's Polynesian Spa
$199 NZD
Unwind with this incredibly relaxing Aix Mud Wrap treatment at the world famous Polynesian Spa in Rotorua.
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1 hour
Adult
Experience provided by:
Polynesian Spa
Experience Provider: Polynesian Spa
Start your day with a soak in the Deluxe Lake Spa at Polynesian Spa. Then unwind with this complete nurturing experience provided in the Aix wet area.
Aix is a hydrotherapy spa treatment, introduced to Rotorua in 1903. The Retreat at Polynesian Spa has specialised Aix therapy rooms with vichy showers and Italian vichy beds.
Unwind with this complete nurturing experience. First energise and nourish with a gentle full body exfoliation. Then calm and nourish the body, cocooned in warm Geothermal Mud mask which cleanses and delivers essential nutrients to the skin, whilst you experience a relaxing La Gaia Pearl Mask scalp treatment massaged into your hair. Refresh with the Aix water therapy to rinse away the Mud mask. A truly blissful sensory escape.
Spa Products used: Pure Source Mud Mask
Choice of Scrubs: Skin Deep Honey & Walnut Polish / Nellie Tier May Chan & Mandarin Body Scrub
All therapies include a soak in the Deluxe Lake Spa mineral pools beforehand to warm up the muscles, soften the skin and relax the mind.
To make the most of an indulgent retreat experience we recommend you allow at least three hours at Polynesian Spa to enjoy a hot mineral soak, your therapy and the relaxation lounge.
Geothermal Mud Bath & Spa experience at Hells Gate Rotorua
$189 NZD
Enjoy a walk in a heavily active geothermal reserve followed by a mud bath and sulphur spa.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Hells Gate
This experience combines the Hell’s Gate’s Mud Bath and Spa and a geothermal walk for a uniquely Rotorua experience
- Mud Bath and Spa: The healing properties of the geothermal mud and sulphur mineral water have been used by local Māori for over 800 years. Open and clean your skin by lathering it in our unique mud, before exfoliating and cleansing with a soak in the sulphur spa. Your body and soul will feel revitalised after this soothing experience. Includes bathing in the world-famous mud baths, then soaking in the sulphur spas and cool plunge pool.
- Take a guided or self-guided interactive tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, see erupting waters, an active mud volcano, land coral and a hot waterfall. Experience getting your hands and feet dirty in our healing mud foot pool or try your hand at Māori carving. You’ll soon discover the legends and myths behind Hell’s Gate.
Roll down Mt Ngongotaha in the original, world famous Zorb!
$189 NZD
Grab a mate & head to Zorb Rotorua for two rides each down the side of Mt Ngongotaha in an awesome Kiwi creation – the Zorb!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Zorb
It's been famous for over 25 years since it first launched in Rotorua and it is still the world's biggest ZORB site. Get amongst the fun superman diving into a giant inflatable ball and rolling down Mt Ngongotaha. Try not to laugh, it's impossible.
This package entitles you to two ZORB ridesof your choice each from the below options:
STRAIGHT TRACK: Superman dive into the ZORB on your own or have one, two or three people in there together as you slip, slide and laugh your way down the 250m long slope. Riders have the option of racing their friends and family down the dual tracks.
SIDEWINDER TRACK: 350m of the twistiest track ever constructed and is the longest in the world. Slide in 40 litres of water (cool in summer, warm in winter) getting speed up on the straights before riding up the sides of the 6 massive corners.
MEGA TRACK: The fastest, longest and steepest downhill ball rolling track in the WORLD! Perched high up on the edge of the ultimate drop, feel the earth disappear beneath you as you plummet down 350m of the craziest track invented. If the epic view doesn’t take your breath away, the sheer scale will have you gasping - This track has a maximum of 3 riders.
PIPELINE TRACK: Keeping it interesting at ZORB Rotorua just means thinking up new ways of giving our customers a fun experience with a twist, a slide and another wild yet fun ride. The PIPELINE is our newest track at ZORB, up to three riders slide in the ride as the PIPELINE starts out with a wiggle, a weave and then takes you whizzing through an arboreal tunnel only to finish off with a sweeping half pipe finish.
The experience of rolling down a hill inside a giant inflatable ball has been an iconic adventure experience since Andrew and David Akers invented and developed the first ever ZORB site in the world back in 1997 at this very location!
To this day, Rotorua is the ONLY location in New Zealand where you can experience this amazingly fun and bizarre bucket list activity.
Experience the Magic of Middle Earth on a Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
$199 NZD
Explore the Shire, visit the Party Tree, Bag End & the have a drink in the Green Dragon Pub, all the while learning fascinating insights about the filming process at the set.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Hobbiton Movie Set
Experience the real Middle-earth at the Hobbiton Movie Set, where, in the heart of the Waikato region, you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.
Fall in love with the Alexander family sheep farm, just as acclaimed director Sir Peter Jackson did, as you journey through the unequivocal beauty of the land, with the mighty Kaimai Ranges towering in the distance. Your guide will then escort you around the set, showing the intricate detailing, pointing out the most famous locations and explaining how the movie magic was made.
You will be fully guided on a walking tour around the 12 acre set; past Hobbit Holes, the Mill and into the world-famous Green Dragon™ Inn, where you will be presented with a complimentary, exclusive Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ beverage to conclude your own Middle-earth adventure.
Half Day E-Biking on Waikato Riverside Trails
$189 NZD
With over 100kms of grade 2 & 3 trails at your feet, grab a friend and an E-Bike and explore these at your own pace & leisure, you’ll be surprised how much ground you can cover in half a day on an E-Bike.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Riverside Adventures Waikato
Get on the bikes and enjoy the incredible views along the Waikato River Trail. The team at Riverside Adventures Waikato will give you all the info you need for an epic few of hours in the saddle. There is over 100kms of grade 2 and 3 riding and you'll be surrounded by spectacular flora and fauna only found in New Zealand. These E-Bikes give you the ability to explore at your leisure
Included:
Avanti SUV's or Focus Jarifa's (or similar) make the hills disappear and give you the extra oomph needed to enjoy you ride along the Trails.
This is one of the highest powered electric mountain bikes with a Bosch motor.
They will give you power to conquer any hill.
- Helmet included
- First aid kit
- Tube & puncture repair kit
- Bike lock available
- Carrier rack available
Very Fast Go Kart Racing
$199 NZD
40 minutes behind the wheel of a top of the line Kart on New Zealand’s largest outdoor Kart circuit
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1 Hour 30 Minutes
Adult
Experience provided by:
Off Road NZ Experience Provider: Off Road NZ
Feel the need for speed as you jump into the driver’s seat for an exhilarating Raceline Karting experience. Concentration, skills and a big dose of brave, make the most of the world-class karting track and give it all you’ve got.
This package allows you 40 minutes of adrenalin as you experience the thrill of g-force through hairpin corners, and speeds of up to 100km/h on the straights.
Test your limits in a safe and controlled environment, at Rotorua’s International Kartsport Raceway, with top of the line Sodi 390cc 4 stroke karts imported from France. Off Road NZ is the only place in the country where you can race these incredible, state of the art machines on the same track as the professional racers.
Geared up and ready to roll, experience the rush of G-Force as you take on hairpin corners and flowing curves with speeds reaching close to 100 km/hour on the 150-metre straight. Go for a personal best or race your friends or colleagues to beat the clock and cross that finish line.
The Raceline Karting Experience
- Raceline Karting is NZ’s premier karting adventure
- Newest and longest state of the art outdoor KartSport circuit in NZ
- Situated at the Rotorua International KartSport Raceway
- 1.2km long, 8 metres wide, 150 metre straight
- Sodi 390cc 4 stroke karts imported from France
- Reach speeds close to 100km/hour
- Take on 11 corners and 6 hairpins
Ziplines and Forest Hot Tubs
$199 NZD
Rotorua’s popular Original Canopy Tour followed by a cedar hot tub experience on the edge of the Whakarewarewa Forest.
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5 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Secret Spot & Rotorua Canopy Tours
Experience Provider: Secret Spot & Rotorua Canopy Tours
Original Canopy Tour
In 2021 TripAdvisor, the world's largest traveller review site named Rotorua's Original Canopy Tour the #1 Nature Activity in the WORLD. Thrilling visitors since 2012 with its unique combination of adventure tourism and conservation this is a experience you will not forget.
Located deep in an ancient native forest only 15 minutes from Rotorua, that has been painstakingly restored over over the last 10 years, into a safe haven for native birds and creatures you'll traverse this magnificent environment via a series of walking trails, suspended forest bridges and ziplines. It's a truly magnificent experience. If you're lucky you'll even handfeed wild native birds.
Soar through the trees and experience New Zealand’s ancient forest like never before. Step back in time in this native forest and come face to face with towering trees and native flora untouched for centuries in one of the most intact native eco-systems you’ll find anywhere in New Zealand. Immerse yourself in this breath-taking country the way it once was and hear the beautiful birdsong of New Zealand native birds including Tuis, North Island Robins, Kereru and Tomtits in their natural habitat.
Embark on a network of ziplines, swing bridges, cliff-walks, tree top platforms and more which journey deep into 500 hectares of ancient forest. A uniquely intimate experience, each tour has a limit of 10 people, meaning more time with your guides who are highly trained to keep you safe, make you smile and teach you amazing things as they bring the forest to life.
It’s an adventure that puts you at the heart of the forest restoration story, with every ticket purchased contributing to conservation efforts. To date, 220 hectares of the Dansey Road Scenic Reserve have been restored by removing thousands of predators. Together with their customers they have brought the forest back to life and created a forest eco-sanctuary for birdlife to flourish.
Equal parts inspiring, fun and educational, this award-winning adventure is a must-do adventure activity perfect for all ages. Lose yourself on this engaging encounter with the natural world and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Hot Tub Soak
You get your own tub for your party, no interruptions or rowdy swimmers with you – great! The 12 tubs are secluded and set outside amongst the tree ferns, with optional umbrellas over the tub to shade you from the sun or rain. At night you soak in a magical setting of lanterns amongst the beautifully lit surrounding native bush.
Oh, and what goes well with a hot tub soak after a big day’s adventure? A nice cold craft beer or cider or refreshing beverage of your choice. Just like a journey to our favourite hot stream in the bush, there's built in lots of cool little surprises for you to discover on your visit to Secret Spot. After showering and changing in brand-new cedar facilities, and picking up your flax kete (basket) with craft beverage of your choice, you head down the boardwalk through the ferns to find your secluded hot tub next to the Waipa stream. Relax, share the stories from your day’s adventures, and connect with nature.
Waiheke Explorer day pass including ferry & Adult Zipline Tour
$199 NZD
Enjoy a return trip to Waiheke Island, All Day Explorer Bus Pass & Zipline tour exploring this beautiful island.
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8 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Fullers 360 & Ecozip Experience Provider: Fullers 360 & Ecozip
Sail across to Waiheke taking in the stunning views before you're met on the Island by your EcoZip guide.
Once arriving at EcoZip HQ, which is located high on a hill with spectacular sea views to Auckland City, you’ll take to the skies on our unique giant ziplines. With dual cables each over 200m long, fly side-by-side with a friend in an unforgettable shared experience.
Across 3 separate lines, you’ll zip high above a working vineyard and lush, ancient forest canopies, soaking up incredible views back to the city and beyond.
Then its an educational & stunning walk back to base through 2kms of Island forest!
Then, jump on the Waiheke Explorer Bus and find your way around this Island paradise, go at your own pace and leisure with this all day Island bus pass. The hop-on hop-off bus tour gives you the freedom to visit popular vineyards, beaches and seaside villages full of galleries, shops and cafes at your own pace.
Stargazing & Zipline Tour
$199 NZD
Journey through the Coromandel forest on a zipline tour at Driving Creek, followed by a guided astronomy & stargazing experience near Whitianga.
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5 Hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
Stargazers BnB & Driving Creek Experience Provider: Stargazers BnB & Driving Creek
Driving Creek Zipline
Glide through the forest on this unique zipline canopy tour and experience Coromandel’s breath-taking native forest from all levels, as you fly above the trees and walk beneath the ferns.
Knowledgeable guides will lead you on an unforgettable journey, to learn about Driving Creek’s transformation from kauri logging, goldmining and pastural farming, into a lush hand planted native forest, a haven for regenerating kauri trees and kiwi.
Two expert guides will greet and outfit you with the safety equipment you will need for the journey. A spectacular 18 minute train ride will take you up New Zealand’s only mountain railway to the start of your Ziplining experience. Your two friendly guides will then lead you along eight ziplines, which span through trees and across gullies and streams, to experience New Zealand’s native trees and birds, including our largest tree species, the Kauri.
Coromandel Zipline Tours is a fully charitable company with all the profits from your tour going towards restoring and preserving New Zealand’s native forests and supporting the New Zealand clay arts.
Stargazers BnB
Nestled in a protected valley in Kuaotunu 16km north of Whitianga on the Coromandel Peninsula, Stargazers offers an ideal dark sky site to observe the stunning New Zealand southern night sky in all its dark sky glory with a range of optical tools.
This astronomy tour provides a comprehensive introduction to the NZ southern night sky. Commencing on a elevated stargazing observation deck you will learn to recognise several constellations and bright stars using a green laser pointer. Then, use the walk-in Pipehenge observing frame to learn how the stars and planets move in the sky and how the great New Zealand Maori and Polynesian voyagers used them for navigation across the Pacific Ocean.
You will continue with the professional 14" Celestron CGE Pro 1400XLT telescope in the rotating 3.5m (11') astronomy dome. View a range of objects including the moon, stars, planets and galaxies depending on availability on the night of your visit. Children can operate the dome rotation during the astronomy tour to give a clear view of the NZ sky.
Back at reception you will have ample time to examine and handle several 4½ billion year old meteorites and learn about the history of the classic Spitz A2 planetarium projector currently undergoing restoration and how it is used. There are several unique hands-on displays about things astronomical, geological and scientific including 150 million year old dinosaur bones. The astronomy tour concludes with a walk through a 25m scale model of the Solar System.
A hot drink is provided while stargazing to ward off the evening chill and a detailed information pack including a sundial kit is supplied to enable you to further your astronomy interests at home!
Evening Guided Hot Pools Kayak
$199 NZD
Evening guided kayak experience to remote lakeside hot pools followed by cooked BBQ Dinner.
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3 hours
Adult
Experience provided by:
River Rats Experience Provider: River Rats
Join the crew from River Rats for a guided kayak trip to the spectacular Manupirua Springs Hot Pools. Paddle across scenic Lake Rotoiti to this amazing spot which is only accessible by water.
Situated right on the lake edge, there are a range of hot pools of varying temperatures all fed from a natural hot spring. Have a leisurely soak while your guide cooks an appetising Kiwi BBQ dinner. After dinner enjoy a sunset paddle across the lake and a visit to the glow worm caves.
Paddling time is usually around 1 hour each way.
There is no minimum age for kayaking, children may be able to go in the front of a double kayak if accompanied by a competent adult. With young children the adult will need to be able to paddle a double kayak without the assistance of the child and the child needs to have the patience to sit in the front of the kayak. Generally around age 5 is a good guideline but feel free to discuss this with River Rats if you have any questions regarding this.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
The River Rats crew have been providing world class natural experiences on the rivers & lakes around Rotorua for over 20 years. They acknowledge their work relies completely on the natural environment in which they operate in, and have put measures in place every step of the way to ensure this is respected & cared for for future generations. They have committed to a raft (pun intended) of environmental pledges along the way, including sponsoring predator free Okere Falls, running their own conservation week annually, and committing to being carbon neutral by 2025! For an inspirational experience in a stunning natural environment, with responsible hosts, look no further!
Full Day E-bike Exploration of Wellington
$199 NZD
Pick up your E-Bike from Wellington waterfront and explore the city to your hearts content – the coastal bays, Weta Workshop, visit Te Papa, cycle into the hills – get lost and explore.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Switched on Bikes
With it's compact CBD, nestled amongst a hilly backdrop & surrounded by coastline, there is no better way to explore Wellington at your own pace then by E-Bike.
From the Wellington Waterfront to the quiet bays and panoramic lookouts, you'll be enthralled from start to finish. These quality electric bikes are easy to use and suitable for any level of fitness. You can ride the bays to take in the best viewpoints or use your E-Bike as your transport between the Wellington must-see attractions such as Weta Workshop, Zealandia Sanctuary, Te Papa Museum or the Wellington Cable Car located only 5-minutes away.
Whether you're a fixed itinerary sort, or a' lets just wing it & see what happens' sort of person, the flexibility of a full day E-bike hire will allow you to make the most of exploring the capital from a locals perspective.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
Switched on Bikes are a small Kiwi owned & run business on a mission. They see a future where Wellington's transport system if accessible, sustainable & healthy, cue the bikes! You can take a guided tour with the crew from Switched on Bikes to explore Wellington like you've never seen before, opt for a day or half day hire & choose your own adventure, or, ask the team about their NZ first subscription based Electric Bike programme, making commuting via E-Bike more accessible than ever before!
Explore movie magic in Welly with the Full Weta Workshop Experience
$149 NZD
Learn about the making of movie effects and props, from armour to weapons, creatures to costumes, and make-up to miniatures.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Weta Workshop Wellington
Dive head-first into a world of creativity, physical effects, and movie-making magic. Located in Miramar, only five minutes from Wellington Airport and 20 minutes from the Central Business District.
From The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit to Avatar and District 9: learn about the making of props, costumes, and creatures created for your favorite films. Interact with cool stuff from Weta's creative departments and, if you’re lucky, catch an artist at work on the tour stage.
This includes guided transport from the CBD to Weta & Back. An ideal option if you require return city transport. Your driver will point out iconic landmarks along the way. Discover how imaginary worlds are brought to life during a 90-minute tour, with a guided transfer that will take you ‘There and Back Again’ (please allow up to three hours from pick up to drop off, which also gives you ample time to explore the famous Wētā Cave).
Pick up and drop off are from the Wellington i-SITE visitor center -
Wood fired Hot Tub soak on a rural farm property near Lake Wanaka!
$149 NZD
Experience the transition of beautiful afternoon, into sunset and stars overlooking the Southern Alps in your toasty private hot tub.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: LandEscape Wanaka
Nestled amongst the rolling hills, crystal clear waters and snow-capped peaks of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea, the home of gentle adventure and serene relaxation is emerging at LandEscape Wanaka!
The LandEscape Farm hot tub experience includes spring-fed wood-fired hot tubs set in magnificent locations around the farm. Incredible scenery by day, dazzling stars at night. Sunsets like you have never seen paint the sky, the full moon explodes from the mountains, lenticular clouds arc overhead while lambs frolic beside you.
Immerse yourself in stunning natural surroundings in a wood-fired hot tub, aptly named 'Spagazers'. Each tub is positioned for your viewing pleasure, with its own unique outlook of majestic mountains, farms and valleys for as far as the eye can see. Visit during the day & breathe in the majesty of your surroundings, or enjoy a sunset soak and relax in awe of the impressive night sky above you, the choice is yours!
Ride the Queenstown trails with 2 x Half Day E-Bike Hire from Queenstown
$149 NZD
Explore Queenstowns surrounding trails from the comfort & ease of an E-Bike, hired from a handy central city location!
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Around the Basin Bike Queenstown
Queenstown is a stunning place to ride a bike. There is a purpose-built gravel trail network that allows for endless riding adventures.
This experience includes 2 half day E-Bike Hires from around the basin bike tours, conveniently located in central Queenstown, so you can get out there and explore the Queenstown Trail networks!
Around the Basin have a fleet of Electric Bikes are mostly made up of the Merida E-Big range. These pedal-assisted E-Bikes are perfectly suited for exploring the Queenstown Trail.
When you collect your E-Bike, the team will explain how to operate them effectively to get the most out of your ride.
They also have a selection of ‘cruiser-style’ E-Bikes, with lower step-through frames, from Norco, and some larger framed E-bike from the kiwi brand Sinch.
Why ride with an E-Bike?
- Confidence to get out there and tackle the hills with ease
- Keep up with more experienced bike riders
- Ride further, faster, with less effort
- The freedom to choose how hard you want your ride to be
Banks Peninsula Marine reserve Sea Kayaking tour with guaranteed Seal sightings!
$199 NZD
After a scenic drive trip from 4WD trip explore the outer coast of the Marine Reserve. Towering cliffs, rock stacks, deep sea caves and diverse wildlife including penguins.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Pohatu Penguins
Explore the outer coast of Banks Peninsula and Pohatu marine reserve by kayak, marvel at its spectacular towering cliffs, rock stacks, reefs, and deep sea caves and encounter its unique wildlife.
Flea Bay Island and the impressive island arch make an added exciting attraction in settled sea conditions. Observe the diverse wildlife and marine species such as penguins, seals (and their pups), various sea birds and possibly the world’s smallest and New Zealand endemic dolphin!
Best of all, no kayaking experience necessary! Trips are only run in settled, safe conditions by experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Tour includes:
- Scenic drive by 4WD mini vans from Akaroa
- Photos stops along the way with commentary about the area
- Fully guided kayak trip by qualified and experienced staff
- All kayaking gear (life jackets, dry jackets, spray deck, dry bags for cameras...)
- 100% guarantee to see New Zealand Fur seals
Walk a section of the famous Queen Charlotte Track - including boat transfers!
$159 NZD
Your chance to experience a section of the Queen Charlotte Track, famously one of New Zealand’s most scenic walks.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Beachcomber Cruises
Your adventure will begin as you cruise north from Picton on a boat through the drowned river valleys of the Queen Charlotte Sound and past idyllic bays. As you head towards Ship Cove the skipper will talk about the history, geology, flora and fauna of the area and – if there is time- you'll get closer to any passing wildlife, including dolphins who like to play in the wake of the boat.
In the 1770s, sheltered Ship Cove provided safe anchorage, food, water and timber for explorer Captain James Cook and his ship crews on five separate occasions and saw some of the earliest sustained contact between Maori and Europeans.
There is plenty of historical information at Ship Cove before you climb away from the beach through native forest regenerating beneath a high canopy of trees. The forest includes manuka, kanuka, five finger and tree ferns and is home to many native New Zealand bird species: tui, fantails, silvereyes and tomtits. If you stop for a break, a curious weka may come to check you out.
When you reach Tawa Saddle, stunning views of the Queen Charlotte Sound spread out before you. The track then drops into Resolution Bay and follows an old bridle path into Endeavour Inlet.
Furneaux Lodge at the head of the Endeavor Inlet is your destination. Here you can buy drinks and meals and relax before boarding your cruise vessel at approximately 4-4.30pm for your return to Picton. Arriving back at approximately 5.30-6pm.
Kayak Tour of the Raglan Limestone Coast Formations
$189 NZD
Raglan Harbour has a spectacular hidden secret – the Limestone Coast and you can discover it with this fully guided kayak tour.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Raglan Kayak
Explore the famous Pancake Rocks and the Limestone Coastline in all it's beauty on a Guided Tour and learn about the flora, fauna, ecology and history of the area!
You'll see Raglan from a different perspective exploring the Harbour on this guided kayak excursion.
This tour takes you straight into the heart of the famous Limestone Coast. Famous for it’s impressive pancake rocks and unspoiled beauty, you'll see all the highlights of the Limestone Coast on this exciting and intimate adventure.
Explore the majestic pancake rocks as you paddle right into this ancient seabed labyrinth. This unique coastline is a hidden gem filled with a colourful history and is accessible only by water. It's a unique guided tour like no other.
No Experience Necessary - Accessible to anyone with a sense of adventure.
Learn to Surf at Raglan Beach
$189 NZD
There’s no more famous surf beach in New Zealand so why not try something new and take a group surf lesson and learn to ride the waves like a pro.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Raglan Surf School
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 group lesson starts at Ngarunui Beach car park 5 minutes outside Raglan. Raglan Surf School chose to have a maximum ratio of 6 students to 1 instructor, this means they’re able to offer you plenty of personalised tips.
First, you’ll learn the basics of surfing and surfboard vocabulary, stance, posture and a proper dose of water and beach safety.
You’ll be fully prepared before you hit the surf! You’ll get custom fitted for a wetsuit and surfboard at the iconic Red fire-truck and wooden trailer, located at Ngarunui Beach car park.
After a quick regroup on the sand you’ll have your instructor right there beside you in the surf ready to help you choose your waves, help line your board up and even push you into waves. The goal is to have you paddling into waves yourself by the end of the lesson.
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
Raglan is known globally for its iconic breaks & surf culture. Less known is that it's also home to NZ's original surf school, and barely known by anyone, Raglan Surf School were one of Chuffed's very first partner businesses! We have heard nothing but rave reviews from our customers who have surfed with these guys, so don't hesitate about this one for any reason!
Discover Waiheke Island with Ferry and Explorer Bus Passes
$189 NZD
Catch the ferry from Auckland CBD and explore Waiheke at your own pace with the hop on hop off bus service and visit all Waiheke’s popular attractions.
Click to find out more Experience Provider: Fullers 360
Head across the waters to Waiheke Island and take the day to explore with an all day Explorer Bus Pass, the most flexible way to experience the island's top spots.
The hop-on hop-off bus tour gives you the freedom to visit popular vineyards, beaches and seaside villages full of galleries, shops and cafes at your own pace.
Your adventure starts as soon as you hop on the ferry to Waiheke Island from Downtown Auckland, your return ferry ticket is included in this experience.
Board the modern Explorer Bus waiting right outside the Matiatia Ferry Terminal & explore the island at your own pace, hop off at one of the 16 stops or stay on for a scenic 1.5 hour loop tour of the island & listen to commentary and local tips by on board island host.
Stops include top vineyards, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches and nature walks.
You can then choose to ferry home the same day, or stay a night on the island & use the return ferry ticket the next day!
Why is this Chuffed Worthy?
Waiheke Island is the perfect day trip destination from Auckland, and the diverse range of options provided by the explorer bus make it the perfect option for every type of visitor to get around the island. We love that in a single day we encountered white sand beaches, gourmet food & plenty of local wine!
