Adventures suit people looking for something a little different in their New Zealand holiday. Challenge yourself with something new or follow your passion with these outdoor adventures that include: sailing, mountain biking, river rafting, canoeing, skiing, scuba diving and horse riding in some of New Zealand's most beautiful locations.
Accept the challenge of riding the full Rail Trail, or enjoy a rest as you desire. Steeped in history, the Otago Central Rail Trail follows an old rail line from Clyde to Middlemarch following a constant easy gradient. It is a great way to view scenery not seen from the highway.
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Sail aboard a magnificently restored square-rigger, exploring the Hauraki Gulf and Bay of Islands. Join the crew for a participatory sailing tour through the pristine waters that Captain James Cook first chartered over 200 years ago. View seabirds, dolphins and whales as you sail to places that would otherwise be inaccessible, hike ashore and see unique wildlife.
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Raft silently down the Landsborough River as it flows from high alpine areas of the Mount Cook National Park to the Haast River in South Westland learning basic rafting skills before moving into more challenging and thrilling white water. Hike and canyon through ancient beech forests - the habitat of a variety of native birds.
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Journey through Abel Tasman National Park, Kahurangi National Park and Richmond Forest Park before returning to Nelson. Experience stunning scenery and a variety of outdoor disciplines - hiking, swimming, mountain biking. Fly by helicopter and small plane.
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Cruising on skis over rolling hills and along snow-filled valleys, carving telemark turns down virgin slopes, convivial evenings beside a pot belly stove in a cosy mountain hut, the peace and serenity of the white wilderness - these are the ingredients of a memorable mountain holiday. The rolling basins of the Two Thumb Range give you backcountry skiing high above Lake Tekapo. From the comfortable hut, undertake day tours in the ideal venue for easy to moderate cross-country and telemark ski touring.
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Wilderness skiing at its best! Alpine Ski Touring amongst the glaciers of the Mount Cook and Westland National Parks. Kelman Hut at the head of the Tasman Glacier is accessed by ski plane from Mt Cook Village and provides skiers with spectacular glacier runs on the Tasman and Murchison Glaciers. With options available for intermediate and advanced skiers, enjoy powder perfect snow on your doorstep.
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A power packed cycling adventure through the scenic wonderland of the South Island. Experience the diversity of sparkling lakes, sweeping pastoral landscapes, alpine passes and the grandeur of breathtaking mountain views. This off-road tour is full of adventure, challenge and excitement for an average to experienced mountain biker.
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A diver's dream - Dive Rainbow Warrior and the Bay of Islands, Poor Knights Island and Twin Wrecks.
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Leisurely paddle Canadian canoes learning about the Legend of the Whanganui River - rich in history and largely untouched. Take time to explore and enjoy the unique scenery miles away from the pressures of everyday life.
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