Experts in Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific

Island Adventurer - Cliffs and Caves

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Great for
  • Beaches & boats
  • Wildlife & nature

Take to the waters and discover the rugged seaward side of the Bay of Islands. Cruise past the majestic black rocks, so rare they only feature in 3 locations worldwide, also visit Marsden Cross - the site of New Zealand's first missionary settlement. The Island Adventurer can get you closer to the islands and even land you on the beach for a truly unique experience.

The cruise departs in a morning and finishes around 12.30pm, however you can choose to bring a picnic and spend the afternoon at Otehei Bay, returning back to Paihia at 4.15pm.

From £46 per adult

Please Note: Tour departs daily and is 4.5 hours in duration (or 9 hours if you wish to stay on the island for the afternoon). Includes cruise and full commentary and departs from Paihia or Russell Wharf.

M Social

Twin Glacier Heli Flight

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Great for
  • Adventure

Take a scenic helicopter flight from either Franz Josef or Fox Glacier over both of these mammoth glaciers, which slowly carve their way down through spectacular mountains. The flight includes a snow landing for you to jump out and take some unforgettable photos!

From £183 per adult

Please Note: Flights depart daily on demand and are 30 minutes in duration, departing from the Helicopter Line base on Main South Road, Franz Josef. Flights need to be reconfirmed 24 hours in advance in case of adverse weather conditions.

Queenstown Helicopter Flight

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Great for
  • Adventure

Take to the skies with The Helicopter Line on their 30 minute Grand Circle tour and discover the beauty of the Wakatipu Basin from the air. Fly over the mouth of the Shotover River and beyond Coronet Peak and discover the amazing scenery of this stunning alpine setting. This flight also includes a landing on the Remarkables mountain range for a bird’s eye view of Queenstown below.

From £183 per adult

Please Note: Flights depart daily on demand and are 30 minutes in duration, includes pick up and drop off from Queenstown city hotels. Please reconfirm 24 hours before travel in case of adverse weather conditions.

TSS Earnslaw Lake Cruise

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Great for
  • Beaches & boats

Cruise across Lake Wakatipu on a coal fired vintage steamship – the only way to truly see just how spectacular Queenstown is! Disembark at Walter Peak country homestead for a hearty BBQ lunch before time to explore and see the working farm, and returning back to Queenstown. 

Cruise from £36 per adult

Cruise including BBQ lunch from £65 per adult

Please Note: Lake cruise is 1.5 hours in duration, including lunch is 3.5 hours in duration. Departs daily with various times - ask your Travel Designer for full details.

Hotel Debrett

Hidden

Te Puia

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Te Puia is situated in Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve just a 5 minutes drive from central Rotorua, watch the famous Pohutu Geyser as it bubbles and shoots water high into the sky, and view Native Kiwi in a nocturnal enclosure. Te Puia is also home to the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, where you can learn to weave flax leaves, and watch the students intricately carve traditional wood sculptures.

Admission and Steam Box Lunch from £63 per adult

Please Note: Tour departs daily at 11am and includes admission, a guided tour and a hands on weaving experience.

Solitaire Lodge

Auckland Harbour Coffee Cruise

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Great for
  • Beaches & boats
  • Visiting friends & family

Take to the sparkling waters of Auckland's harbour and view the city landmarks and skyline. The cruise also includes a return ticket to Devonport across the harbour - where you can discover the historic naval base. Jump off at Rangitoto Island and see the unique volcanic rocks, before sailing back to the wharf.

From £25 per adult

Please note: Tour departs daily at 10.45am or 1.45pm, and is 1.5 hours in duration, including morning or afternoon tea.

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