Top New Zealand Safaris - page 2

If you want to see unmissable Milford Sound and the landscapes of Fiordland but can’t spend a full day sitting on a bus, enjoy a scenic flight from Queenstown instead. Admire sweeping views of fjords, valleys, waterfalls, and mountains from the seat of a small plane. A small-group flight ensures an intimate, peaceful experience as you soar above this UNESCO World Heritage–listed landscape.

Set out on your very own quest to discover glacial valleys, alpine lakes, hidden river valleys and remote glacial moraines high in the mountains. Stop in at an old Shepard's Cabin way in the backcountry and marvel at towering waterfalls, where mountains cascade into a stunning alpine river, just like in the game! Minecraft Lake Tekapo is situated in the private Cass Valley on Glenmore Station on the western side of Lake Tekapo, offering a world of Natural wonder and beauty. By creating a virtual replica of iconic New Zealand scenery, this tour offers gamers and non gamers an experience of the real-life wonders of the country. It highlights New Zealand’s unique environment, adventure experience and cultural heritage, a fun and engaging way to explore Minecraft New Zealand in real life here in Lake Tekapo. Access the private Cass Valley where it was featured, accessed exclusively through this Minecraft Lake Tekapo Tour.

Lupin Flower Tour Through The Mackenzie's Stunning Landscapes. Journey with us through remote High Country Stations, which are private farms surrounded by rugged mountain ranges and sweeping valleys. You'll capture both Lupin Flowers far away from the crowds and in more secret locations known only to locals. Best Time to Visit : Mid November - Early January. Capture Lupins & Snow-capped peaks, glacial rivers, and golden tussock grasslands offering incredible photo opportunities. Our tour takes you into private properties, so you'll get to experience secluded lupin spots with some inaccessible to the general public. Adventure with Comfort , the 4WD vehicles are equipped for off-road travel, making it a comfortable yet adventurous way to explore Lake Tekapo's backcountry. This tour is Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, making it an ideal family-friendly activity.

Travel over New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary, learn about a working farm, local history, legends and the geology of the area. Stop at lookout point with spectacular views. Be within a few feet of the remarkable gannet birds with stunning golden crowns where 20,000 gannets nest - its the largest accessible mainland colony in the world.

Tour the western end of Queen Charlotte Sound on a half-day paddling adventure from Picton. Settle into your sea kayak and follow an expert guide from the waterfront to sheltered coves and remote beaches. Search the waters for eagle rays, cormorants, little blue penguins, New Zealand fur seals, and dolphins while you learn about the natural history of the Marlborough Sounds.

The tour will begin at any location between Wellington and Palmerston North, taking you and your camera around the Kapiti Coast and Manawatu Beaches, where you will capture the majestic Te Horo Beach, Waitarere Beach, Foxton Beach and more. On a one-day scenery photography tour, there is an opportunity to observe wildlife, practice macros and long exposure shots, and capture captivating coastal sunsets while exploring the panoramic beaches of Kapiti Coast and the Foxton area. The tour offers a distinctive experience, providing an opportunity to access isolated places and reveal the native wild landscapes to the camera. The tour can be booked as a private tour. The official tour page is https://bit.ly/kapititour/.

New Zealand’s fantasy landscapes have long enchanted photographers and filmmakers, and now’s your chance to capture your very own postcard-worthy shots. Accompanied by a professional photographer, this private full-day tour from Queenstown offers spectacular views of natural wonders like Skippers Canyon, Lake Wakatipu, and the Remarkables Range, as well as "The Lord of the Rings" filming locations, historic gold mines, and heritage sites.

This full-day private photography tour takes us further afield than our other tours to the wild and rugged hills and mountains east of Queenstown. First settled a mere 160 years ago, these alien landscapes became home to thousands of fortune seekers from around the world. Shanty towns sprung up overnight, collections of shops, pubs and brothels catering to the needs of the men. These towns were outposts in a harsh wilderness. Some, like Cromwell and Alexandra, grew to become the civic centres of today, others shrank or disappeared altogether. We explore the back roads, cross the tor studded hills and mountains, visit the ghost towns and capture the history of this stunning and fascinating region.

Explore the Rotorua lakes district and learn about its history on a 2-hour tour duck boat cruise from Rotorua. Travel on land and by water in the amphibious World War II vehicle, visiting four lakes including Lake Tarawera, located at the foot of Mt Tarawera. Hear about the devastating 1886 eruption of Mt Tarawera and other aspects of local history on this family-friendly tour.