Things to do in Queenstown New Zealand

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Harley Davidson Chauffeured Southern Excursion Tour
Absorb the natural beauty of southern New Zealand from the back seat of a Harley Davidson motorbike. Ride through spectacular mountain passes, along the shores of picture-perfect lakes, and past ancie...



Harley Davidson Chauffeured West Coast Tour
Live in the moment as you take in the west coast of New Zealand’s South Island from the back seat of a chauffeured Harley Davidson motorbike. Absorb the beauty of glaciers, fast-flowing rivers, steep ...



Queenstown Canyoning Adventure
Test your free-spirited nature by exploring one of New Zealand’s most popular and action-packed canyons. A hop, skip, and a jump from the heart of Queenstown and hidden behind a canopy of beech trees,...



Routeburn Canyoning Adventure
Discover your inner adventurer when you spend hours rappelling and sliding down the aquatic-style Routeburn Canyon on New Zealand’s South Island. Feel your senses awaken from the moment you leave Quee...



Earnslaw Canyoning Adventure with Helicopter Ride
Embark on your day of adventure, packed with epic canyoning, stunning scenery, and a helicopter ride. Your adrenalin starts pumping the minute you board the helicopter for your 20-minute ride from Que...



Wilderness Jet Boat Tour
Immerse yourself in the heart of Mount Aspiring National Park with a high-speed jet boat ride on the Dart River, followed by a nature walk through a beech forest—untouched in 80 million years. Round o...



Funyak Canoe & Jet Boat Tour
Head out on a full-day adventure filled with water activities such as high-speed jet boating and slow canoeing along the pristine Dart River Valley, plus a scenic back-country drive to view filming lo...



Milford Sound Flight & Cruise
Embark on a flight and cruise to witness New Zealand's South Island beauty in all its grandeur. Fly over spectacular fjords and lakes, your eyes tracing the outlines of ancient glaciers and ice fields...



Lord of the Rings Scenic Flight
Whether a nature lover, a Lord of Rings trilogy fan, or both, experience the magic of the vast scenery as you fly over highly recognizable set locations from the trilogy while soaking up the immense n...



Mount Cook Flight with Fox Township Landing
One of the best ways to experience the magnificent landscapes of New Zealand's Southern Alps is from the window seat of an airplane. Soar over ancient glaciers, glacial lakes, and the highest mountain...



Small-Group City Highlights Tour
Immerse yourself in some of the best sights and attractions Queenstown has to offer on this morning tour. From panoramic lake and mountain views of the area, to visiting Lord of the Rings set location...



Queenstown Hill Quad Bike Adventure
Ride an off-road ATV quad bike in the rugged terrain of a working sheep station on Queenstown Hill, a region that overlooks the mountains and lakes of one of New Zealand’s most charming towns. After p...



Glenorchy Lord of the Rings Safari Tour by Nomad Safaris
For film enthusiasts and nature-lovers alike, lose yourself in the fictional Forest of Lothlorien and the Camp at Ithilien while enjoying a guided-4WD tour of the rugged and charming South Island of N...



Wakatipu Basin Lord of the Rings Safari Tour
Travel to New Zealand’s high country for a 4WD tour and expert commentary of the filming locations for the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Cross crystalline rivers and learn about the area's gold-mining hi...



Tandem Skydiving Adventure
For those with a high adventure quotient, feel your adrenaline surge as you plunge out of an aircraft and fall at speeds of up to 125 miles per hour (200 km/h) on a thrilling tandem skydive over the c...



Shotover Canyon Swing
Well-suited for adrenaline junkies and those not-for-the-faint-of-heart, prepare yourself for a hair-raising experience on the world’s highest cliff jump. Your sense of adventure is taken to new heigh...



Shotover River Canyons Jet Boat Adventure
For thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies alike, embark on a high-octane ride deep into the narrow canyons of the fast-moving Shotover River on this heart-pounding jet boat adventure. Climb aboard you...



Zip-lining Eco-Adventure
Immerse yourself in both nature and education as you zip-line high above the stunning vistas of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkeables mountain range on this eco-adventure. Spend hours soaring through the...



Full-Day 1-Way Tour to Queenstown via Mount Cook by Gray Line
Immerse yourself in the beauty of New Zealand's snow-capped mountains, glacier lakes, and glorious gardens on this day tour to Queenstown. Visit Lake Tekapo, stop for lunch at the base of soaring Aora...



Shared Shuttle: Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Enjoy convenient and cost-effective shared transportation between Queenstown Airport and your hotel aboard a shuttle. For transfers to and from Queenstown Airport, the zones to select from include: Qu...



5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour by Canterbury Leisure Tours
Glacier-carved fjords, snow-capped peaks, shimmering alpine lakes—it's no wonder New Zealand is nicknamed God's Own Country. Spend 5 full days immersing yourself in the natural splendor and breathtaki...



Ledge Swing Experience by AJ Hackett Bungy Queenstown
Scream, laugh, and shout as you launch out over Queenstown's famous sights on the thrilling Ledge Swing. More than 1,000 feet (300 m) above the city, admire panoramic views of the landscape below, and...



Nevis Bungee Jump by AJ Hackett Bungy Queenstown
All other bungee jumps pale in comparison. Experience the thrill of the Nevis jump, the highest in New Zealand. Following a drive through dramatic landscape and a full safety briefing, you're ready to...



Nevis Swing by AJ Hackett Bungy Queenstown
Eye-watering speeds and unnerving heights await you on the world's largest swing at Nevis River. Choose your position and get ready for the thrill of a lifetime as you soar high above the dramatic lan...



The Ledge Bungee Jump by AJ Hackett Bungy Queenstown
With bungee jumps aplenty in and around Queenstown, try something different and launch from the Ledge—the only urban option in town. Take an unconventional approach and choose the full-body harness fo...



Middle-Earth Helicopter Flight by Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters
Soar over breathtaking Middle-earth and explore many stunning landscapes from the sky on this guided helicopter flight. With a pilot who was part of the filming crew, you're sure to see the most drama...



Farmstead & River Tour by Glacier Southern Helicopters
Enjoy 4 diverse activities on this exciting tour designed to give you a broad overview of Queenstown culture. Observe the inner workings of a sheep farm, enjoy a sedate cruise on a heritage boat, and ...



Scenic Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing by Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters
Take to the air and explore the breathtaking landscape that surrounds Queenstown on this scenic helicopter flight. With a local pilot, you can be sure to visit the best spots on your flight. Admire th...



Glacier Helicopter Flight by Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters
Take to the air over Queenstown and glide over the spectacular scenery of Mount Aspiring National Park on this scenic helicopter flight. This breathtaking adventure includes a snow landing on one of t...



Lord of the Rings & Glacier Flight by Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters
If you're a Lord of the Rings buff, a helicopter flight over the shooting locations is a must while in Queenstown. Glide over the breathtaking landscape of outstanding natural beauty while your pilot ...



Doubtful Sound Cruise by Real Journeys
Discover the peaceful calm of Doubtful Sound on this take a breaking catamaran cruise over its pristine waters. Sit back and admire the stunning views of its charming surrounding countryside, look out...



TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu by Real Journeys
Leave the city behind and explore the natural environment that this region is so famous for with a scenic cruise aboard a heritage steam vessel. The TSS Earnslaw departs Queenstown and transports you ...



Walter Peak Barbecue Dinner with Cruise by Real Journeys
This tour offers a valuable insight into the culture of rural New Zealand, capped off with a delicious barbecue dinner in charming surroundings. Take a river cruise on immaculate lake waters aboard a ...



Skyline Gondola Admission
From the summit of Bob’s Peak, gaze out and admire the stunning views over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. As the Skyline Gondola carries you 1476 feet (450 m) high, watch as the surrounding landscape s...



Skyline Gondola Admission & Dining in Stratosfare
No restaurant in Queenstown can compete with Stratosfare for views; see for yourself with a memorable dining experience high above town. Take a ride up the Skyline Gondola to the summit of Bob’s Peak,...



Guided Kayak Tour by Queenstown Sea Kayaks
On this kayak tour, admire the outstanding natural beauty of the lakes surrounding Queenstown—popular spots for locals. Paddle across the calm waters and gaze up and the majestic scenery of mountains ...



Lake Wakatipu Sunset Kayak with Dinner by Rippled Earth Kayaks
This is dinner with a difference. Work up an appetite with an easygoing kayak trip across Lake Wakatipu to Kinloch Lodge. Paddle out across the lake under the peaks of the Southern Alps, and take a br...



Glenorchy Islands Kayak Tour by Rippled Earth Kayaks
At the head of Lake Wakatipu, spectacular conservation areas are waiting for you to explore. Paddle a kayak across the lake and take an island nature walk to explore the diversity of local flora and f...



Paddle to Saddle Full-Day Tour by Rippled Earth Kayaks
Get out and explore the stunning natural environment of the Mount Aspiring National Park by kayak and on horseback. Using Glenorchy as your base, paddle out to the conservation reserve of Pigeon Islan...



Lake Cruise by Southern Discoveries
Lake Wakapitu has many treasures, above and below the water, and you can experience the highlights of this famous lake on a delightful cruise. Gaze up at Cecil Peak and journey to points of interest a...



Scenic Cruise by Southern Discoveries
Explore the far-flung corners of Lake Wakatipu with a cruise to Mount Nicholas High Country Farm, taking in magnificent views along the way. With entertaining commentary and breathtaking vistas of the...



The Remarkables Heli Tour Bike Ride by Vertigo Bikes
Drop in to one of the world's premier spots to begin a fast-paced extreme bike ride that will challenge all riders. Following a scenic flight over The Remarkables, ride along the ridge line to admire ...



Lake Wanaka Tandem Skydive by Skydive Wanaka
What better way to see the rugged beauty of Otago than by launching yourself out of a plane at 12,000 feet (3,657 m). Safely strapped to your skydive instructor, freefall at breakneck speeds for nearl...



5-Day Queenstown, West Coast & TranzAlpine Tour by AAT Kings
Travel along historic routes through the charming scenery of New Zealand's South Island on this 5-day adventure. Cruise on the century-old steamer TSS Earnslaw, ride the TranzAlpine through the specta...



7-Day Great Glacier Explorer Tour by AAT KIngs
Spend a week exploring the incredible scenery of the South Island with this collection of cruises and tours. With unique wildlife in the valleys and fjords, a ride on a vintage steam ferry, and one of...