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High: 15 Low: 10 New Zealand eco tours are a great way to get close to nature and local wildlife in an unobstrusive manner. New Zealand enjoys the perfect environment for a range of nature tours, eco tours, and wildlife tours, where you can experience breathtaking scenery, stunning native flora and fauna and diverse wildlife. more
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Imagine being suspended halfway down a 100-metre rope surrounded by the swirling mists of the Lost World cave. See strange plants evolved to capture the low light, and gigantic tufa stalactites reaching out diagonally from the shaft walls. No's 3 and 4 of '5 Amazing Options'. Early Bird Booking Deal - SAVE 20%, book not less than 12 hrs in advance...(more)
Black Sheep specialises in small, flexible guided tours to New Zealand. Let us immerse you in adventure, wildlife, and culture during the day, while enjoying quality lodgings and fabulous dining nightly. We have been sharing our country with travellers since 1994. We love it and it shows. Come join us...(more)
Phone | Address | MapSail with dolphins on New Zealand's oldest ketch—Fox II. See penguins, seals, albatross, and other sea birds. A real sailing experience; as crew, or just relax. Quiet, eco-friendly green boat, two masts, six red sails. Food, refreshments, complimentary coffee/tea. Three hours, departing 10:30 am and 1:30 pm from Daly's Wharf, Akaroa late Dec-May. Satisfaction guaranteed! Private charters. Company functions. Weddings...(more)
Phone | Address | MapKaikoura has the greatest number of different seabirds in a small area. View these birds in their natural environment. Birds include albatross, petrels, shearwaters, terns, shags and gulls. Experience the sensation of getting close to the mighty albatross, one of the world's largest flight birds...(more)
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Alpine Jet will take you deep into the foothills of the Southern Alps through the breathtaking Waimakariri River canyon. We are situated only 50 minutes from Christchurch Airport. Breathtaking views, excellent mixture of scenery and excitement, our safari tour option doubles as an eco-experience with magnificent scenery, native bush and wildlife...(more)
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Unique customised tours for any size group. Choose any combination of adventure. Our daily adventures operate on the West Coast of Auckland at Muriwai—a spectacular beach. Mountain bike, wilderness adventures as well as sightseeing, winery and orchard tours. Group adventures include: abseiling, camping, team building weekends and skiing packages...(more)
Phone | AddressAwesome Tours takes you to those special places that you've always wanted to visit. Based in New Zealand's stunning South Island, Awesome Tours introduces you to those out-of-the-way places the locals love and that large coach tours seldom reach. You can choose between the many small-group package tours, one of the daily scheduled tours or even design your own tour...(more)
Phone | Address | MapAwhina Wilderness Experience is your chance to enjoy 'raw' New Zealand in untouched, treasured surroundings. Experience amazing scenery on a personalised guided walk of Mount Titiraupenga. Situated in the centre of the North Island, Mount Titiraupenga is sacred land, not open to general public. Awhina Wilderness Experience also offer farm stay accommodation...(more)
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The most comprehensive nature tour of the Otago Peninsula. Enjoy a scenic tour that includes the royal albatross, fur seals, sea-lions, waders, waterfowl and the rare yellow-eyed penguin. We also visit Larnach Castle and introduce you to New Zealand's temperate rainforest. Our experienced guides will take you on a breathtaking wildlife journey back to nature...(more)
Phone | Address | Map20 guests maximum, boutique and personalized small group tour to Milford Sound, one of the most scenic destinations in New Zealand. Tour includes fully guided coach trip, Milford Sound cruise and a delicious BBQ lunch inside the boundaries of the Fiordland National Park...(more)
Phone | Address | MapThe beautiful harbour of Akaroa near Christchurch is home to the rare, playful Hector's Dolphin. Join our two-hour nature cruise where we guarantee you will see dolphins or come again another day for FREE, you will also see fur seals, penguins and other marine birdlife. Swimming with dolphins is available in Akaroa Harbour. Winner of the Supreme Tourism Award 2003/4...(more)
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Black Sheep specialises in small, flexible guided tours to New Zealand. Let us immerse you in adventure, wildlife, and culture during the day, while enjoying quality lodgings and fabulous dining nightly. We have been sharing our country with travellers since 1994. We love it and it shows. Come join us...(more)
Phone | Address | MapAuckland's best day tours take you from the bustle of the city straight out into the real New Zealand. Daily guided tours to the lush rainforest and black sand beaches of the rugged west coast, Coromandel Peninsula and untamed Great Barrier Island give you the trip of a lifetime and create unforgettable memories of unique, wild, untamed New Zealand...(more)
Phone | Address | MapCoastal wilderness, wildlife and walks. Discover the best kept secrets of the untamed Catlins coastal wilderness on a day tour. Marine wildlife. Hooker sea lions, fur seals, yellow-eyed penguins and numerous seabirds. Bush and beach walks. Binoculars provided. Luxury air-conditioned Mercedes. Friendly guide with intimate regional knowledge...(more)
Phone | AddressCatlins Marine Encounters are specialists in scenic tourism and fishing charters along the spectacular southern Catlins Coast. See rare Hector Dolphins, Fur Seals, Hooker Sea Lions, Blue Penguins and Yellow-eyed Penguins along with many different types of seabirds include the Royal Albatross and Titi (Mutton Bird). We also offer fishing and diving charters and a short sightseeing/fishing trip...(more)
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Coromandel Coastal Walkway - Full-day tour to the top of the remote and rugged Coromandel Peninsula, including a three-to-four-hour coastal walk from Fletchers Bay to Stony Bay. Includes full commentary, with plenty of opportunities to take photos. This is a magnificent part of New Zealand and the views are breathtaking! Includes pick-up and drop-off, bottled water, maps and refreshments after...(more)
Phone | Address | MapWe specialise in small group tours of New Zealand. You may choose one of our pre-packaged tours or we can customise a tour to suit requirements. You may combine or extend any of the tours. Just contact us and we will take you on a tour to remember...(more)
Phone | Address | MapAdventure tour specialists for 17 years... whitewater rafting, caving, rainforest cruising, guided walks, 4x4 and gold hunting plus much more. This Web site has free New Zealand vacation planning advice, spare seat deals, free discount cards and family travel suggestions. There's daily departure preplanned multi-day tours, or we will design one especially for you...(more)
Phone | Address | MapA truly original New Zealand eco-experience! Come to Tatapouri Bay and met the children of the Maori sea God Tangaroa. Explore the reef environment to interact with stingrays, eagle rays, kingfish and other reef dwellers. Offshore Shark Cage Diving. Stand-Up Paddle and Surf Guiding...(more)
Phone | Address | MapDolphin watching and swimming in Kaikoura. Get wonderful views of the spectacular and acrobatic dusky dolphins from one of our boats. See the dolphins in their natural environment with the option to swim amongst these friendly creatures. Swimming with the dolphins is an experience of a lifetime...(more)
Phone | Address | MapDriftwood Eco-tours is a boutique company based near Blenheim. Owner and guide Will Parsons encourages small groups and each tour is personalised to the client. Access to private land – you have the place to yourself. Driftwood Eco-tours also offers river valley walks, high country mountain tours and lagoon kayak trips. id#21d06c12..(more)
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5 Star Luxury. Join Eco Tours Fiordland on a relaxed daytrip to stunning Milford Sound. We’ll show you the beauty and grandeur of Fiordland National Park. With many stops for scenic photos and nature walks along the way followed by a cruise of spectacular Milford Sound, you’ll be treated to an experience of a lifetime. Tour includes picnic lunch...(more)
Phone | AddressLake Cruise and Mou Waho Island Nature Walk. Cruise to this unique and magical reserve and walk the track to the unique, serene Arethusa Pool near the summit for amazing lake and alpine views. Our experienced guides will share their knowledge of local features as well as the diverse birdlife, including the rare flightless Buff Weka. Boat fishing also available...(more)
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New Zealand's best wildlife tour—visit one of the world's few untouched areas with its amazing wildlife and spectacular scenery. Our 'Peninsula Encounter' is absolutely unrivalled offering close exciting, small group viewing of royal albatross, hookers sealions, blue penguins, New Zealand fur seals and yellow eyed penguins in a beautiful isolated area. New Zealand Tourism Award winner in four categories...(more)
Phone | Address | Map | More PhotosWe are a local Fiordland National Park operator. Our Piopiotahi (Milford Sound) day tour is a relaxed journey along the Milford Road, a historical and spectacular alpine drive from Lake Te Anau. Our frequent photographic stops and short walks combined with a comprehensive commentary and cruise on Milford Sound will ensure your Milford Sound experience is a memorable adventure...(more)
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Fiordland Tours offer scenic, personalised Milford Sound small group tours. Our comfortable coaches have quality leg room and we limit our group to 15 maximum. Explore the towering mountains, spectacular water falls, glacial lakes and rain forest during our unhurried tour. A 2 hour cruise on Milford Sound will 'amaze' with the stunning water falls and unique marine life...(more)
Phone | Address | MapJoin an exceptional small-group sea kayaking adventure, with experienced kayak guides to explore spectacular, remote Fiordland. Milford Sound day trip - get close to thundering waterfalls and see wildlife whilst paddling along the shoreline. Doubtful Sound two-day trip - a genuine sea kayaking and camping experience in the Fiordland wilderness...(more)
Phone | Address | MapAn extraordinary selection of unique small group tours. Premier experiences using the most qualified people, personalities, locations and knowledge. Our trips range from guided adventure and dive tours through to educational tours with marine mammals. We are constantly striving to build greater ecological awareness of the highly sensitive and vulnerable nature of the environment...(more)
Phone | Address | MapHosted, luxury, day tours in greater Wellington. Small, friendly groups and flexible itineraries. See Capital Arts—Wellington's vibrant art and architecture; Inspiration—Wellington's dramatic highlights; Wild Wellington—Wellington's extraordinary natural features; Middle Earth locations—Lord of the Rings filming sites, and so much more...(more)
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Fullers GreatSights Bay of Islands has been the leading tourism operator in the Bay of Islands for over 125 years. Based in Paihia they operate a wide range of marine cruises and sightseeing tours including dolphin watching/swimming, Hole in the Rock, Cape Reinga, Ninety Mile Beach, Kerikeri, Russell and many more. Tours depart daily with discounts offered for booking online...(more)
Phone | Address | MapWe specialise in top-quality, personal tours to the breathtaking glaciers of Franz Josef and Fox, world-famous Lake Matheson, and the historic settlement of Okarito. Our tours are specially designed for clients who want to learn about the wonders of this incredible natural environment. Safe and interesting experiences in this temperate rainforest region for all...(more)
Phone | Address | MapOur family business is passionate about helping you experience authentic New Zealand. Let us plan the perfect holiday of a lifetime for you - either with a personalised tour, or through joining one of our existing tours. Nature and people are our focus and passion. We would love to show you the best of what New Zealand has to offer...(more)
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As New Zealand's leading and most innovative small group tour specialist, we've put together some very special and exciting holiday ideas. Our 'New Zealand Collection' offer you a choice of five very different and unique ways to see and experience the real New Zealand. Our average group size is just 12 guests but we never exceed 16...(more)
Phone | Address | MapExperience Auckland's boutique food and wine on a relaxing Great Taste Tour. You will enjoy a taste of the food, wine and arts of Matakana Coast and Kumeu Wine Country. Your informed and entertaining guides make it an exhilarating "assault on the senses" day out! Food and wine are all inclusive...(more)
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New Zealand's hiking and outdoor adventure specialist! Recognised by New Zealand Tourism and presented the Distinction Award for winning awards in three consecutive years. Visit our Web site for a comprehensive selection of guided hikes and adventures. Hikes include: Abel Tasman, Queen Charlotte Track, Stewart Island and Hollyford Track. Adventures include: Ski Touring, Sailing, Whanganui River Canoe and Antarctic Expeditions...(more)
Phone | Address | MapJust Listed Visit New Zealand’s best Hot Water Beach and a secluded, natural bush hot pool. Our fully enclosed launch takes you on a guided eco-tour across Lake Tarawera to discover the lake’s amazing geothermal and rich Maori history. We’ll make sure you have time to relax in the beautiful, natural geothermal pool surrounded by native New Zealand forest...(more)
Phone | Address | Map | More PhotosGreat Kiwi walks—the ultimate New Zealand wilderness trekking. Our 'Great Kiwi Walks' offer true inspiration for the soul! Enjoy half to full-day eco-trekking amongst lush native rainforest, ancient river valleys and stunning alpine scenery with access by air or jet boat. Our helicopter-walk-jetboat adventures include the Siberia Wilderness Adventure and Jumboland Wilderness Adventure...(more)
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Close to Christchurch hotels and airport, Jet Thrills is a thrill seekers ride on the Waimakariri River. This stunning river comes to life when you take a jet boat ride with Jet Thrills. Share the guides passion for jet boating and New Zealand rivers. A must do when in Christchurch...(more)
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We can offer first-class service at very reasonable rates. Come see Christchurch and the Canterbury region with us. Our regional knowledge is comprehensive. Our drivers excel in covering all the points of interest in a professional manner. See us first when in the Canterbury region. We are also available for small group tours...(more)
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Join us aboard the Milford Adventurer and enjoy one of the most stunning places on earth. We specialise in providing personal friendly service and uncrowded cruises. See seals, dolphins, and occasionally the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin and get close enough to feel the spray from the waterfalls...(more)
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The Kaikoura coast is home to an abundance of marine life and sea birds. There is no better way to explore this fascinating environment than to paddle your own sea kayak on a safe, guided tour with us. No experience or swimming ability necessary...(more)
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Take a walk on the wild side and experience a wilderness walk of a lifetime. This is walking at its very best. An extraordinary journey of discovery. Guests will enjoy spectacular vistas of untouched wilderness, beautiful accommodation at Shearwater Lodge set in an outstanding location, wonderful local cuisine and Kiwi hospitality at its very best...(more)
Phone | Address | MapKapiti Island—one of New Zealand's premier rodent free conservation treasures. A unique opportunity to observe an abundance of native birds, many of which are extremely scarce on the mainland. You have the option of easy and relaxed bush walks or a three hour round trip to the trig station (521 metres above sea level) and expansive views...(more)
Phone | Address | MapVisit us in the Nocturnal House during the day or in the evening with Kiwi Watch. Every visitor guaranteed of seeing a kiwi during our guided tour of the Kiwi House. Tour included in admission price. The most valuable wildlife experience you'll have...(more)
Phone | Address | MapSail with us into the Cook Strait in the safety and comfort of an 11-metre ocean going yacht. Enjoy the stunning views across to the Marlborough Sounds and snow capped Kaikoura mountain range and north to Kapiti Island. Picnic on the grassy foreshore of Mana Island among the rare native birds and wildlife. Only 30 minutes from Wellington central city...(more)
Phone | Address | MapPrepare to be entertained and enlightened when you join our family for a half-day tour, full of the spirit of age old knowledge, yet entirely of today. Visit our special places for storytelling; explore bush walkways to discover traditional plant uses, try weaving and much more. Gain deep understanding of Maori spirituality and connections with the natural world...(more)
Phone | Address | MapJoin this 3-time Tourism Award winning company to experience unrivalled viewing of the diversity of wildlife around NZ's most picturesque harbour and peninsula. See Albatross, fur seals, penguins, and up to 20 species of ocean birds and other marine mammals. Take a one hour cruise, half or full day tour, which also include other Peninsula attractions. Full commentaries, jackets, binoculars, refreshments provided...(more)
Phone | Address | MapNative Nature Tours gives you an authentic cultural and eco tourism experience steeped in New Zealand Maori culture. Get up close to majestic trees and indigenous bush on a guided trek through unspoiled forest on ancient tribal land. Learn the secrets of the intimate connection between Maori tribes and these primeval rain forests. Come enjoy our natural heritage...(more)
Phone | Address | MapOperating off the beaten track experiences, Nature Connection Rotorua NZ offers fully guided walking and scenic cruise tours throughout the Rotorua and Taupo Volcanic Zone. This is an area of stunning volcanic landscapes, alpine panoramas, spectacular geothermal activity, scenic crater lakes, magnificent ancient rainforests, breathtaking coastal scenery and New Zealand's unique native flora and birdlife...(more)
Phone | Address | MapWe combine expert guided wildlife tours with boutique accommodation at Nisbet Cottage. Our nature-based package includes two nights' B&B, picnic lunch, Sunrise Penguin Walk, and Peninsula Excursion & Albatross Encounter with an opportunity for active participation in a re-forestation project. Flexible and personalised to suit your special interests. Maximum four to six people...(more)
Phone | Address | MapNature Quest offers the most definitive selection of nature and birdwatching holidays and natural history study programmes in New Zealand. Each is carefully handcrafted with the exact requirements of the individual, group or company in mind. Proud to be one of the benchmark environmentally sensitive operators by which others set their standards...(more)
Phone | Address | MapYou will get to know the country rather than just see it! Experiencing New Zealand on your personal and private customized-tour with only two or four guests (Exclusively YOU). Guaranteed personal attention to detail in design, and on tour. Professionally guided for the discerning traveler. A true balance of NZ's culture, nature and people with a distinctive identity...(more)
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