New Zealand Things to Do (Activities & Tours)
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- Canterbury ski fields – Choose from a range of ski fields in the Canterbury region including Porters Heights, Mt Hutt and Temple Basin. » Canterbury Skiing and Snowboarding Directory
- Climbing at Mt Cook – For experienced mountain climbers, there are numerous opportunities to climb and hike in this challenging environment. » Mt Cook Tramping, Hiking and Guided Walks Directory
- Farm stay – Find out about farming life in rural New Zealand. Held since 1862, Canterbury's annual A&P agricultural show in Christchurch is a great insight for locals and visitors alike when 'country comes to town.' » Farmstays Directory
- Fruit picking – If you've got a strong back and want to earn a few extra dollars, you'll usually find orchard work in the Hawkes Bay / Hastings region from November.
- Gliding at Omarama – Enjoy Omarama's world-wide reputation for gliding due to the local northwest thermals. Nearby are the Clay Cliffs formed by active Osler fault line that continually exposes clay and gravel cliffs. » Oamarama Gliding and Paragliding Directory
- Hiking at Arthur's Pass – Including a great, but challenging day walk up to Avalanche peak which offers panoramic views of the Southern Alps. » Arthurs Pass Tramping, Hiking and Guided Walks Directory
- New Zealand's Great Walks – Polish up your boots and tackle Zealand's Great Walks, including the 'finest walk in the world'. » New Zealand Great Walks
- Sea kayaking on the Abel Tasman National Park – Renowned for its golden beaches, granite cliffs and coastal track, the Abel Tasman is a perfect spot for sea kayaking, occasionally with a seal on board too! » Abel Tasman Canoeing and Kayaking Directory
- Walking on Stewart Island – Remote and rugged, New Zealand's newest national park is an increasingly popular destination for getting away from it all. Spectacular blood-red sunrises and sunsets are common. Stewart Island Tramping, Hiking and Guided Walks Directory
- Westport Whitewater Rafting – Head to Westport for some action packed river adventure, white-water rafting at the Buller Gorge. Westport Whitewater Rafting Directory
The Best New Zealand Highlights
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More New Zealand Highlights – By Region
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More Things To See (Attractions & Sightseeing)
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