New Zealand Adventures
New Zealand Outdoor Adventures & Activities
New Zealand has a multitude of outdoor adventures on offer and has grown a reputation as the adventure capital of the world. There is a huge variety of different landscapes for the country's relatively small land area enabling you to have a large number of varied outdoor adventures during a visit of limited time.
Hiking New Zealand offers a large range of adventure tours and activities to suit your adventure comfort level. See the list of New Zealand adventures below or use the Trip Search to quickly find the adventure activities and trips that best suits your requirements.
 
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Hiking Safari Volcanoes & Rainforest
Get up close to New Zealand's most famous volcanoes, hike through ancient rainforest and river gorges during three multi-day hikes. Capture the true essence of geo-thermal activity in hot rivers, explore beautiful lakes, alpine... |
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Adventure Landsborough Rafting
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... |
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Adventure Whanganui River Canoe
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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Dolphin Encounter
- Location: Kaikoura
- Price range: $40 - $170
Swim with or watch Dusky Dolphins in Kaikoura - one of the world's leading destinations to view marine mammals.
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Alpine Hike Ball Pass Alpine Trek
An alpine trek taking you to the heights of the Southern Alps. Learn to use crampons and ice-axes and apply your knowledge while climbing under the supervision of your guide. Gaze in wonder at the dramatic faces of Mount Cook, ascend the... |
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Abel Tasman Kayak Seals & Walk
- Location: Nelson
- Price range: $130 - $145
A day trip covering all the bases at Abel Tasman National Park. Kayak, walk and cruise the beautiful beaches in one day.
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Adventure Alpine Ski Touring
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... |
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Adventure Mountain Bike Safari
This 15 day Off Road Tour is full of adventure, challenge and excitement for the intermediate to experienced mountain biker. The route, sometimes on private farmland, takes you over Alpine passes, alongside beautiful lakes, through river... |
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Hiking Tour South Island Adventure
This is an active adventure - visit the icons of the South Island, tackle some of New Zealand's most stunning, challenging day hikes, plus you choose a three-day option of hiking in Nelson Lakes National Park, cycling or kayaking in... |
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Dart River Funyak
- Location: Queenstown
- Price range: $189-$289
A tranquil journey through the Dart River valley, beginning with a jet boat road, followed by two hours of peaceful paddling in a unique inflatable 'Funyak'.
Shotover Jet
- Location: Queenstown
- Price range: $69 - $119
Shotover Jet is a thrilling ride - skimming past rocky outcrops at close range in your Shotover Jet 'Big Red', as you twist and turn through the narrow canyons at breath taking speeds. And a major highlight - hold tight for the world...
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Hiking Safari West Coast Wilderness
A unique opportunity to be totally immersed in the pristine wilderness of the West Coast. Hike through lush rainforests, soak in natural hotpools beneath majestic mountains, visit glaciers and kayak on a giant wetland area. Total... |
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Nature Cruise South to Antarctica
The ultimate Antarctic Voyage. Journey to the very heart of Antarctica. The Ross Sea is one of the most remote regions and is only accessible for two months each year when the ice thaws. It is the historic gateway, discovered by Sir... |
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This is not all of the New Zealand adventures on offer. For more see:
New Zealand Adventures brought to you by Hiking New Zealand.
