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Remarkables flight during Winter (snow landing)

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25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

25 minutesFree Cancellation

from $187

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Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

25 minutesFree Cancellation

from $238

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Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

from $292

Approx 10 minute snow landing included (snow levels vary sesonally)

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Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

25 minutesFree Cancellation

from $232

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Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

35 minutesFree Cancellation

from $299

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Enjoy one of New Zealand’s original tourist attractions: a tour of the magnificent Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Your guide—who may be descended from the Māori chief who first discovered the caves—leads you underground and tells you about the cultural significance of this site. Hop into a boat and glide on an underground river, enjoying the light show put on by millions of tiny bioluminescent insects hanging above.

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Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour

45 minutesFree Cancellation

from $49

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Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $491

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Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram

1 dayFree Cancellation

from $25

Round-trip flights between Queenstown and Milford Sound save you hours of road-travel time in Fiordland National Park. Following a scenic flight with views of snow-covered peaks, remote valleys, and waterfalls, touch down for a cruise on Milford Sound. Traveling by both air and water takes you to dramatic places you'd miss by sticking to the road. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected central Queenstown accommodations.

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Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $478

Travel from Queenstown to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Milford Sound on an easy day trip. Enjoy live commentary along the way, and many scenic photo stops. At Milford Sound, don’t worry about waiting in lines as tickets are included. Admire views of waterfalls and Mitre Peak from your cruise. Refuel with a tasty picnic lunch in a scenic location. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from listed locations for added convenience.

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Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

13 hoursFree Cancellation

from $222

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Visit two of New Zealand's must-see attractions on this combo tour from Auckland to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Peek into Hobbit holes, frolic in the Shire, and get a drink at the Green Dragon Inn on a guided tour of Middle-earth, followed by a café lunch. In the afternoon, explore Māori myths and history on an underground boat ride at Waitomo, surrounded by thousands of glowworms.

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $216

Price varies by group size

Snow landing above the Franz Josef glacier

Get aerial views of Franz Josef Glacier on this seriously scenic helicopter flight, including a 2-minute snow landing. Take fantastic photos of the pinnacles and sheer crevasses as you pass parts of the glacier and mountains you couldn’t access any other way. Multiple departure times throughout the day make for a flexible outing, and you'll learn more about the national park and its mountains as you fly above them.

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Franz Josef Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Josef)

20 minutesFree Cancellation

from $210

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Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight

35 minutesFree Cancellation

from $299

Gain up-close access to the remote alpine landscapes of the South Island on a premier helicopter flight. This 40-minute aerial tour from Aoraki/Mt. Cook Village soars above the Southern Alps and makes a snow landing atop Tasman Glacier, where you’ll enjoy prime views of Aoraki/Mt. Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. Back in the air, fly through the Burnett Mountains and marvel at the expansive Mackenzie Basin below.

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Mount Cook: Mountains High 40-Minute Helicopter Flight

40 minutesFree Cancellation

from $404

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*WORLD EXCLUSIVE FLIGHT* Join this tour for the unique opportunity to fly in both a Ski Plane and Helicopter, the only flight like it in the world! Fly up in either a ski plane or helicopter on this incredible 45 minute flight which includes a Tasman glacier landing (10-15 minutes) we switch aircraft for the flight home! Flying through the remarkable Tasman Valley and landing on the snow covered peaks with this scenic option is an unforgettable experience and a WORLD EXCLUSIVE FLIGHT with both the ski plane and helicopter! Get your camera ready!! Check in closes 30 minutes prior to the flight time

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45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

45 minutesFree Cancellation

from $343

Visit both the Franz Josef Glacier and the Fox Glacier on a single tour on this flight tour that includes a snow landing. Depart from either Franz Josef or Fox villages, to suit your plans. Get up close to the blue ice of these mammoth glaciers and snap unbelievable aerial and ground-level photos. Learn about the glaciology and environment of the area through your pilot's guided commentary.

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Twin Glacier Franz and Fox, snow landing (allow 30 mins - departing Franz Josef)

30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $272

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Fox Glacier and Mount Cook Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

35 minutesFree Cancellation

from $299

Lift off above the city of Wellington on a 9-minute helicopter flight that gives a thrilling perspective on New Zealand's capital. You'll get aerial views of the Museum of New Zealand, Parliament House, and the forests and trails that surround the city center. On clear days, watch the Marlborough Sounds and the Southern Alps appear on the horizon, then soar across Wellington's Queens Wharf as you fly back towards the helipad. This helicopter tour of Wellington includes personal headsets so you don't miss a word of the pilot's commentary.

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Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

9 minutesFree Cancellation

from $105

Take to the skies on a 50-minute Queenstown helicopter flight that includes a snow landing on Jura Glacier. Soar above Lake Wakatipu’s northern shores and discover unparalleled views of New Zealand’s Southern Alps from an aerial perspective. After your pilot lands atop the glacier, snap photos of surrounding alpine peaks, such as Mt Aspiring, before the return helicopter ride over glacier-fed lakes and the Rees and Dart River valleys.

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Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50-Minute Helicopter Flight

50 minutesFree Cancellation

from $531

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Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

from $699

Fly over Christchurch and the Banks Peninsula on a 20-minute helicopter tour that takes in city sights. From an aerial view, you’ll appreciate the scale of Christchurch’s devastation and recovery following the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes. Soar above the ruins of ChristChurch Cathedral and see the new sports stadium while the pilot comments on rebuilding efforts. See the suburbs of Sumner and Redcliffe, and view the port of Lyttelton.

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Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour

20 minutesFree Cancellation

from $211

Witness the majesty of the Southern Alps from both the ground and the air on this full-day, small-group combination bus, helicopter, and ski plane tour. Most travelers miss the opportunity to see the area from so many different vantage points. Heading out from Queenstown, see the azure waters of Lake Dunstan and Lake Pukaki before spotting Mount Cook’s (Aoraki’s) snow-capped peaks cresting the horizon. Then, hop aboard your aircraft for a flight through the mountains, including a landing at Tasman Glacier.

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Mt Cook Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience Combo from Queenstown

12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $490

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Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $583

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Franz Josef: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

35 minutesFree Cancellation

from $299

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Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest

Rodendo_O, Apr 2026

"A Real-Life Journey into Middle-earth Magic"

A magical must-do experience! The Hobbiton Movie Set Walking Tour from Shire's Rest completely exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, everything felt like stepping straight into Middle-earth. The tour was beautifully organized, and our guide was fantastic-full of fun facts, behind-the-scenes stories, and genuine enthusiasm that made the whole experience even more special. Walking through the rolling green hills, seeing the Hobbit holes up close, and visiting iconic spots like Bag End was absolutely surreal. Every detail is perfectly maintained, making it feel so authentic and immersive. Finishing the tour with a drink at the Green Dragon Inn was the perfect touch and really brought the whole experience together. Whether you're a fan of the films or just love stunning scenery, this tour is 100% worth it. Truly unforgettable-5 stars without a doubt!

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Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo

Paul_M, Apr 2026

Impressive

Cool boat or ship, farry or whatever it is i dont know boat titles, all I know it was really good. The staff was great and patient with all onboard. The drinks like hot chocolate that was served was really bad though but the muffin was good lol. The stone carving was impressive really big with the others ot the side of it. All in all it was a great and fun experience, I do highly recommend it.

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Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū

Leona_M, Apr 2026

A must do activity when in Rotorua

This was a real highlight of our trip to Rotorua. The experience was fantastic from start to finish. The insights gained into the Māori culture was fascinating. We also loved how interactive the evening was - learning the Haka, traditional Māori games and music. The food was also exceptional. It is an experience that we will always remember.

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Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience

Janice_M, Mar 2026

Stunning natural beauty

Absolutely magnificent. Boat is the closest (from what I could find) to being near the waterfall which was incredible. Definitely got wet (that was our choice to be at the front and get sprayed). Captain lets you know. Outdoor uncovered areas upstairs and downstairs, indoor heated seating areas, coffee, tea & biscuits provided. Running commentary from Roger however it was a little hard to hear most times. We saw some seals also. Doesn’t matter which part of the boat you’re in, they move the boat so everyone has opportunity to see regardless of where you’re seated. Was not full either which was great! Everyone was up and moving around to see different vantage points. Mother Nature at its finest! Pure & untouched beauty. Hubby wasn’t a fan of going but he and the kids loved it.

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Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

Neil_R, Mar 2026

Best and most thrilling way to see the falls

Great fun - our driver (apologies, I don’t remember his name) was fantastic and made the ride as thrilling as possible despite the relatively short stretch of river used for the tour. Plenty of spins and near-misses to keep the pulse rate up (and get us wet!) and the view of the falls from below was worth trip on it’s own. A must-do in Taupo

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Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

David_C, Mar 2026

Milford Sound chopper tour

This was an absolutely outstanding experience. We couldn’t be happier with the service and the experience on the day. It exceeded our expectations. Every aspect of the tour was so professional. Special thanks to Cody for the pick up and drop off to our hotel and the friendly banter and to our pilot Steve who was so friendly and knowledgeable. Would thoroughly recommend this tour. Sure beats spending 9 hours on a bus!

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Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min

Hanny_F, Mar 2026

Experience of a lifetime

Experience of a lifetime. I was booked on a later flight but was contacted to ask if I could do an earlier flight as the weather might be worse later in the day. I was able to go earlier and had a brilliant flight with fantastic weather & views. (Great advice) Mark is a great pilot very friendly and professional.

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Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Kieron_D, Feb 2026

Māori cultural evening in Rotorua

Well organised and informative all round experience. Set in the Mitsubishi village and run by Moari family, this has a beautiful bush and river setting with the food and entertainment in large tents on site. After the entertainment, after dark, there is a further opportunity to walk back through the bush and see glow worms in a natural setting

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Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

David_L, Feb 2026

HeliHike was amazing! 🤩

The weather for our HeliHike was sunny, calm & perfect, and sandwiched between two days of cancellations! It was warm up on the Glacier. Kirk, our guide, only wore a T Shirt on top. The group were all in coats & over trousers. Don’t over do the under layers on a warm day. That said, I had jeans on under the supplied over trousers, but wasn’t over dressed/too hot. The going is a bit tricky in spots, but if you’re fit and able you’ll have no problem. If you get up there, you’ll love it. Such a great experience 🤩

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Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Sharon, Nov 2025

Excellent flight and staff

Our 2pm flight was canceled due to cloud cover but the staff were able to put us on an 8am the next day. We had blue skies and wonderful conditions. It’s only a very short amount of time out of the helicopter, just enough time to get some pics and head back down. The flight itself was amazing, flying low over the glacier and up close to the waterfall.

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