Canterbury Scenic Tours
Coastal and mountain experiences combine to make Canterbury a place where there's something for every traveller. In Canterbury you'll find many worlds within one region. more
Explore New Zealand's breathtaking and diverse scenery that is sure to stun even the most traveled of tourists. Come and see the very best of New Zealand on scenic tours in Canterbury and see beautiful glaciers, forbidding forests, rugged mountain ranges and much more.
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MOLESWORTH TOUR COMPANY - North Canterbury
MOLESWORTH TOUR COMPANY - North Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Experience the stunning landscapes of Molesworth Station, New Zealand’s largest high-country cattle station with our passionate guides who will bring the whole experience to life for you. One, or two-day tours available from Hanmer Springs on request for small groups or individuals. Larger groups can be catered for also.
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- +64 274 351 955
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- 65 Willowside Place, Amberley, North Canterbury 7410, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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AIR MILFORD - Queenstown
AIR MILFORD - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Air Milford proudly operates the only brand new Cessna Caravan aircraft. This aircraft offers leather seating, quiet air conditioned comfort and great viewing for all passengers. It is one of the safest aircraft flying today. Family owned and operated, with a 100% safety record. Flights to Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, the Southern Alps and Glaciers.
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- +64 3 442 2351
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- 0800 462 252 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 3 Tex Smith Lane, Frankton, Queenstown, New Zealand
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AKAROA FRENCH CONNECTION - Christchurch
AKAROA FRENCH CONNECTION - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Akaroa French Connection Services connect with harbour cruises, dolphin swimming, sea-kayaking, horse-treks and local tours. Your journey includes comfortable coach transport, free pick-up from inner-city accommodation, refreshment and photo stops en-route, informative driver commentary and a 'drive through introduction' of the charming Akaroa Village. Come and experience Akaroa and enjoy a spectacular scenic drive across picturesque Banks Peninsula with us!
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- 0800 800 575 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 47 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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ANTIGUA BOAT SHEDS - Christchurch
ANTIGUA BOAT SHEDS - Christchurch
Relax and enjoy the tranquil scenery while devouring a fabulous breakfast or brunch from our licensed cafe, on the banks of the River Avon. Hire a canoe, paddle boat or historic row boat on the Avon River to see the beauty of Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Also offering bike hire, where you can embark on an urban sightseeing adventure.
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- +64 3 366 5885
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- 2 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch, New Zealand
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CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
We have an adventure package to suit EVERYONE! Touring isn't just a job for us, it's a lifestyle! We are local, we are fun and we love adventure, so who better to guide you on your epic South Island adventure tour than us!?
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- +64 22 608 8318
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- Christchurch, New Zealand
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CHEEKY KIWI TRAVEL - Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch
CHEEKY KIWI TRAVEL - Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Experience the best New Zealand has to offer on a small group day tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel. We offer day trips & multi tours to the most popular destinations around Auckland, Christchurch & Queenstown. Our fully guided small group tours & day trips are run in modern, comfortable minibuses & our guides bring the journey to life.
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- +64 9 390 7380
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- +64 22 076 5058
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- Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch, New Zealand
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CLARKS COACHLINES - New Zealand
CLARKS COACHLINES - New Zealand
One of New Zealand's premier tour coach and charter bus operators. With over 40 years experience, we have what it takes to satisfy. Luxury tour coaches and charter buses provide air-conditioned comfort. We ensure you see the best of New Zealand on any multi-day bus tour or coach charter. Ideal group transport - sporting or schools, clubs, conferences etc.
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- +64 9 404 0096
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- 10 Gillies Street, Kawakawa, Northland, New Zealand
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CLASSIC CAR TOURS - South Island New Zealand
CLASSIC CAR TOURS - South Island New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Escorted, customised tours driving our Jaguar, MG and Alfa Romeo classic and modern sports cars, or yours. Enjoy up to five different cars touring the wonderful uncrowded roads of the South Island. Day or multi day trips on set dates or to your choice, taking in delightful destinations, riveting roads, characterful company, delicious dining, affable accommodation and stunning scenery! Best price guarantee - book direct.
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CRATER RIM WALKS - Christchurch
CRATER RIM WALKS - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Guided 1-day walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano within 30 minutes of Christchurch. Experience the world-class views and enjoy a days' walk with our experienced local guides. If you are short on time, a half-day guided walk on Banks Peninsula is for you.
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DISCOVERY JET - Canterbury
DISCOVERY JET - Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Thrill and scenic photographic jet boat tours, 360-degree spins, salmon and trout fishing, fly and spin casting, helicopter rafting/jet boat combos. Our professional team can tailor-make your ultimate adventure, one hour from Christchurch at the base of Mt Hutt ski field... enjoy a slice of paradise in Canterbury High Country. Individuals to larger corporate groups, operating year round.
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- +64 21 538 386
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- 0800 538 2628 (0800 JET BOAT) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 77 Inland Scenic Route, Canterbury, New Zealand
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GAY TRAVEL NZ - New Zealand
GAY TRAVEL NZ - New Zealand
Gay Travel NZ is New Zealand's only Gay Inbound Tour Operator, helping our discerning LGBTQ clients from around the World in booking Gay-Friendly Accommodations. We design itineraries, based on your budget and what you wish to see and do. With our knowledge, we are here to assist you with Flights and to design your perfect Vacation to New Zealand.
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GRAND PACIFIC TOURS - New Zealand
GRAND PACIFIC TOURS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Grand Pacific Tours are the New Zealand coach holiday specialists offering a range of all inclusive, value for money holidays. We offer 5 categories of coach tour vacation packages namely; Affordable Coach Tours, Signature Coach Tours, Ultimate Small Group Tours, Cruise & Coach Tours and Special Interest Tours.
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- 0800 444 673 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1800 622 768 (Free call - only within AUS)
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- P.O. Box 25473, St Heliers, Auckland, New Zealand
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HASSLE-FREE ALPINE SAFARI TOUR - Christchurch
HASSLE-FREE ALPINE SAFARI TOUR - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - This exciting day-tour includes jet boating on the mighty Waimakariri river, a 4WD adventure across Mt Torlesse High Country Station, and a scenic tour through the breathtaking Canterbury high country to Arthurs Pass National Park located in the stunning Southern Alps of New Zealand. The return journey to Christchurch is on the world-famous TranzAlpine Train. This tour has it all.
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- +64 3 385 5775
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- 0800 553 554 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 296 Prestons Road, Marshland, Christchurch, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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HASSLE-FREE KAIKOURA TOUR
HASSLE-FREE KAIKOURA TOUR
Mobile-friendly - Hassle Free Tours provides a full day tour that includes a scenic drive from Christchurch over the Canterbury plains before arriving in Kaikoura. On this tour, you'll have time to explore Kaikoura, go on tour with Whale Watch Kaikoura, and visit to a seal colony. This tour will be informative and entertaining with commentary from our local kiwi guides. Please see our Website for current specials.
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- +64 3 385 5775
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- 0800 553 554 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 296 Prestons Road, Marshland, Christchurch, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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HASSLE-FREE LORD OF THE RINGS EDORAS TOUR - Christchurch
HASSLE-FREE LORD OF THE RINGS EDORAS TOUR - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Join us on a journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts High Country Station in the breathtaking Southern Alps of New Zealand. This exciting day visits the most stunning and recognisable LOTR location - Edoras! Tour includes a delicious picnic-lunch and entertaining commentary from friendly local guides. You don't have to be LOTR fan to enjoy this amazing day. Specials - visit our website for curent promotions.
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- +64 3 385 5775
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- 0800 553 554 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 296 Prestons Road, Marshland, Christchurch, New Zealand
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HASSLE-FREE SCENIC TOURS - Christchurch
HASSLE-FREE SCENIC TOURS - Christchurch
Join our friendly team for a unique and memorable tour experience throughout Christchurch & Canterbury. Whether you're looking for; a scenic experience, a 4WD or jetboat adventure, a Lord of the Rings filming location visit, an 'up-close' encounter with a whale or want to see Christchurch from the top of a double decker bus, we have something to suit everyone!
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- +64 3 385 5775
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- 0800 553 554 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 296 Prestons Road, Marshland, Christchurch, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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KAIKOURA LLAMA TREKKING - Kaikoura
KAIKOURA LLAMA TREKKING - Kaikoura
Kaikoura Llama Trekking includes spectacular views of the Kaikoura mountain ranges, North Island, and Kaikoura peninsular. The half-day trek include a coastal trek along the Kaikoura Bay, a visit to Fyffe House, peninsular seal colony and a free picnic with hot/cold drinks and homemade cake! The full-day trek is a high country trek on private land.
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- +64 3 319 5033
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- 12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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KAIKOURA SHUTTLES AND TOURS - Kaikoura
KAIKOURA SHUTTLES AND TOURS - Kaikoura
Mobile-friendly - KAIKOURA - SHUTTLES. Transfers & Tours, we provide an introductory 2 hours tour, allowing you to see the very best that Kaikoura has to offer. Our tour starts with a visit to a fragrant lavender farm, then onto Ohau Seal Lookout, large fur-seal colony then Fyffe House (historic Whalers Cottage). We finish with a spectacular view from the Peninsula Lookout.
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- +64 3 319 6166
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- 108 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura Flat, Kaikoura 7371
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MAOSSIE TOURS - DISCOVER AMAZING NZ LOCATIONS- Canterbury
MAOSSIE TOURS - DISCOVER AMAZING NZ LOCATIONS- Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Be dazzled by ancient glaciers, towering mountains, high country mountain lakes and braided rivers. Or be delighted by sites from "Lord of the Rings" middle-earth before embarking upon a wagon ride with a team of Clydesdale horses on an iconic high-country sheep station. From greener than green farmlands to encountering New Zealand's highest mountain, Maossie has a tour for everyone!
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- +64 21 66 1867
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- Alongside Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Avenue (near corner of Worcester Boulevard), Christchurch Central
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NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Join New Zealand's top landscape, nature and wildlife photographers to help you to get the most from your photography or visit to New Zealand. From 1-day Photography Workshops to 17-day NZ Photo Tours with New Zealand's leading landscape and wildlife photographers.
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POHATU PENGUINS - Akaroa, Banks Peninsula
POHATU PENGUINS - Akaroa, Banks Peninsula
Mobile-friendly - Pohatu is the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand. Wildside discovery tour enables you to visit this remote and beautiful area, and learn of the Wildlife Conservation Program. Sea-Kayaking safari gives great wildlife viewing and allows the adventurous to explore out spectacular coastline. Our 24-hour Package gives you an opportunity to spend the night in the penguin colony.
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- +64 3 304 8542
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- +64 21 246 9556
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- Pohatu-Flea Bay, Banks Peninsula, South Island, New Zealand
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PURE JOURNEYS - New Zealand
PURE JOURNEYS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Experience New Zealand's extraordinary landscapes with a Pure Journeys self drive itinerary. Our New Zealand based travel experts will create a 100% customised itinerary to suit you, with options to choose from a wide range of exciting activities and destinations, and accommodations to suit every budget. Get ready for the New Zealand self drive trip of a lifetime!
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- +64 3 443 0812
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- New Zealand Wide
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RED CARPET LORD OF THE RINGS™ TOURS - Nationwide
RED CARPET LORD OF THE RINGS™ TOURS - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Lord of the Rings™ Tours. We'll take you on 6, 10 or 14 day journey through Middle Earth™. Make your dreams a reality, walk in the footsteps of your favourite character with our Lord of the Rings™ Tour. Visit best Lord of the Rings™/Hobbit™ film-sites with like-minded fans, become part of a fellowship. 5-star winners on Trip-Advisor yearly since 2012.
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- +64 9 410 6561
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- +64 21 461 142
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- PO Box 100-680, North Shore Mail Centre, Auckland, New Zealand
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SOUTH ISLAND TOURS - New Zealand
SOUTH ISLAND TOURS - New Zealand
Enjoy our small group guided tour packages for Kiwis to different regions of the South Island. Escorted tours for seniors to out of the way places with great meals, accommodation, gentle activities. 4WD-self-drive tours to Molesworth Station or separate tour to D’Urville Island. Cycle tours to Molesworth Station, supported all the way with great accommodation and meals. 30 years’ experience.
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SOUTH PACIFIC MOTORCYCLE TOURS - Christchurch & Auckland
SOUTH PACIFIC MOTORCYCLE TOURS - Christchurch & Auckland
South Pacific Motorcycle Tours is New Zealand's leading motorcycle touring company. Offering Rentals, GPS Self-Guided & Fully Guided Tours. BMW, Triumph, Harley-Davidson, Suzuki, Honda or Royal Enfield motorcycles for your New Zealand trip of a lifetime! Our expert Tour Planners and friendly team are waiting to help. Ride with the best, Ride New Zealand, Live the Dream! Special Offers - please check via. our website.
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THE GREAT JOURNEYS OF NEW ZEALAND - COASTAL PACIFIC - Picton - Kaikoura - Christchurch
THE GREAT JOURNEYS OF NEW ZEALAND - COASTAL PACIFIC - Picton - Kaikoura - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - The Coastal Pacific train between Christchurch and Picton is a scenic feast of New Zealand, with the Kaikoura mountain ranges on one side and the rugged Pacific Ocean coastline on the other. Travel along 98km of stunning coastline, and take a break in Kaikoura to experience a whale watch tour. Daily return service over the extended summer season (December-April).
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- +64 4 495 0775
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- 0800 872 467 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Christchurch Railway Station, Troup Drive, Christchurch, New Zealand
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THE GREAT JOURNEYS OF NEW ZEALAND - TRANZALPINE TRAIN - Christchurch - Greymouth
THE GREAT JOURNEYS OF NEW ZEALAND - TRANZALPINE TRAIN - Christchurch - Greymouth
Mobile-friendly - The TranzAlpine is rated as one of the world's best train journeys, travelling between Christchurch and Greymouth, over the spectacular Southern Alps. Experience views of dramatic alpine landscapes; snow-capped mountain peaks, thrilling viaducts, braided rivers, and sub-tropical rain forests. Enjoy world class carriages featuring panoramic windows, a licensed cafe, GPS triggered commentary, and open air viewing. Daily return service.
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- +64 4 495 0775
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- 0800 872 467 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Christchurch Railway Station, Troup Drive, Christchurch, New Zealand
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THE ROAD TRIP - New Zealand wide
THE ROAD TRIP - New Zealand wide
Mobile-friendly - If you've always wanted to explore your own backyard but don't know where to start, make contact with The Road Trip to discuss a privately guided or self-driven tour of our beautiful country, be it for 3 days or 3 weeks, in the North or South, staying in luxury lodges or quaint B+Bs... the choice is yours!
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- +64 21 910 433
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- 0800 4 ROADTRIP (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 145 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, New Zealand
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THRIFTY TOURS - Nationwide
THRIFTY TOURS - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Travel New Zealand at your own pace on an expertly planned independent or escorted coach tour with Thrifty Tours. Our coach touring packages allow you to relax and enjoy New Zealand's spectacular scenery, while taking in a range of unique and exciting activities along the way. Call us today and we can start planning your perfect New Zealand touring vacation!
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- +64 3 443 0812
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- 0800 110 461 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1800 956 965 (Free call - only within AUS)
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- Level 1, 93 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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WILDSOUTH DISCOVERY - Christchurch / Canterbury
WILDSOUTH DISCOVERY - Christchurch / Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Private, tailor made tours in South Island in comfort & style. Luxpeditions - luxury NZ safari tours with superb transport, cuisine and 4 to 5 star accommodations. History, heritage, wildlife and activities to suit everyone. Trips are designed for guests' wishes, timeframe and specific interests, and can range from one day to a multi-day tour of 14 days.
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- +64 3 332 3665
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- +64 27 4363 068
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- Christchurch, New Zealand
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