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NZONE Skydive Queenstown
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Queenstown, New Zealand

See Queenstown like never before as you take the ultimate leap of faith as you tandem skydive. Feel your adrenaline surge as you reach altitude...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,390)
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$218.84

Skywire ziplining Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson NZ
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Nelson, New Zealand

The Skywire is one of the Worlds longest Flying Fox experiences! - your trip starts from our Base area, onboarding a mini-bus journey up through...

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 20 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (201)
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$71.90

Small-Group Zipline Adventure in Queenstown
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Queenstown, New Zealand

Find out why Queenstown is New Zealand’s adrenaline capital with this zipline adventure! Launching from the Ziptrek Treehouse at the Skyline Gondola summit, you’ll zipline...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (945)
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$74.23

Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience
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Queenstown, New Zealand

Immerse yourself in an authentic New Zealand adventure as you journey deep into the heart of world-renowned Mt Aspiring National Park, a truly unique and...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (574)
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$197.83

Christchurch Zipline Tour
Christchurch, New Zealand

Fly high above Christchurch on New Zealand's longest & highest Zipline. Set on 358 private hectares in Christchurch’s stunning Port Hills, the Christchurch Adventure Park...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (276)
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$135.48

KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers
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Queenstown, New Zealand

Hang on during this thrilling Jet boat ride that travels at high speeds on two rivers, covering more ground with a longer time out on...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.8 (598)
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$91.68

Queenstown: ATV Quad Bike Adventure Tour
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Queenstown, New Zealand

Ride a 250cc sports quad bike through real off-road terrain, just 5 minutes from central Queenstown. After a safety briefing and training session on purpose-built...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (848)
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$193.07

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown
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Queenstown, New Zealand

Prepare yourself for the ultimate jet boating experience with Shotover Jet - the unique, breathtaking white water ride and adrenaline rush you’ll never forget!...

25 minutesFree Cancellation
25 minutesFree Cancellation
25 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$126.24

Supercar Fast Dash - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park
Queenstown, New Zealand

A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are...

15 minutesFree Cancellation
15 minutesFree Cancellation
15 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (47)
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$126.17

Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo
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Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Land on a glacier in a Helicopter and jump out of plane! The best views of New Zealand are from the sky, and the ultimate...

30 to 120 minutesFree Cancellation
30 to 120 minutesFree Cancellation
30 to 120 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$444.96

Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+)
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Wanaka, New Zealand

Saddle up on this very unique horse trekking experience, just 20 minutes from Wanaka. The half-day High Country Pub horse trek takes you up into...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (267)
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$416.63

Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure - Clutha River
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Wanaka, New Zealand

Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic adventure activities in some of the world greatest scenery. Picture yourself skimming across shallow water, over sand bars,...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (226)
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$83.53

Wildwire Wanaka- Level 2 (4 Hours)
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Wanaka, New Zealand

Living a rich life is about experiences, not stuff – our spectacular backyard is full of adventure and we want to share it with you....

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (478)
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$228.15

Queenstown Kawarau River Rafting and Jet Boat
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Likely to Sell Out
Queenstown, New Zealand

Combining two of Queenstown's most iconic activities, this trip is second to none! Starting on the Queenstown Jet Boat, you'll get to experience those famous...

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (175)
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$193.07

Wildwire Wanaka- Level 1 (2 Hours)
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Likely to Sell Out
Wanaka, New Zealand

Living a rich life is about experiences, not stuff – our spectacular backyard is full of adventure and we want to share it with you....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (121)
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$126.76

Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka
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Wanaka, New Zealand

Lets us take you on amazing Jet boat ride down the Mighty Clutha river. Amazing world renowned scenery , snow capped mountains and the famous...

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (323)
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$97.50

Lakeland Jet Ski Adventure Tour - Lake Wanaka
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Wanaka, New Zealand

Enjoy a jet ski tour exploring all the stunning bays, islands and alpine scenery showcasing the beauty Lake Wanaka has to offer from a different...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$144.21

25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown
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Queenstown, New Zealand

Experience the best view in town. Land on the Remarkables spur, overlooking Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin with Coronet and Cecil Peaks in the distance....

25 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
25 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
25 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$187.84

Queenstown: Off-Road Self-Drive Buggy Tour with Wakatipu Views
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Queenstown, New Zealand

New Zealand's premium guided self-drive buggy experience – you drive, we guide. After a quick training session, follow your guide through steep climbs, creek crossings...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (183)
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$306.69

Amuri Adventure Jet Boating in Hanmer Springs
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Hanmer Springs, New Zealand

Sit down, hang on for about 30 minutes of ultimate Jet boating experience on the Wairau River - Hanmer Springs. Enjoy your jet-boating experience with...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (193)
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$80.63

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