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15 Best Queenstown Adventures In New Zealand

New Zealand's best.

New Zealand's 15 most popular queenstown adventures, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.

15 Best Queenstown Adventures In New Zealand

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown - Queenstown Departure: Lake Wakatipu and Devil’s Staircase Set the Tone

1.Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Most Popular★ 5.0

Small-group Milford Sound day trip from Queenstown with hotel pickup, UNESCO Fiordland stops, and a Cruise Milford fjord cruise.

“The tour was phenomenal. Our tour guide Andy was absolutely amazing and made sure we were well taken care of every step of the way. The scenery was spectacular. We travel the world and this was one of the best tours we have ever had. THIS TOUR IS A MUST!”

3,001 reviewsFrom $216.58by Cheeky Kiwi Travel

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Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown - From Downtown Gold Country to the River Base

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown - Meeting and timing in Queenstown: where you start matters

4.Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

★ 5.0

Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound, enjoy a 1h45 cruise, then fly back a different way for extra alpine scenery.

“Holy cow was this awesome! The beauty of Milford Sound is unmatched. The plane was an amazing way to experience the beauty of the mountains. Our pilot Andrew was incredible and very friendly and knowledgeable. The boat was a little crowded, but it was comfortable nonetheless. One of my favorite things we did in NZ!”

1,792 reviewsFrom $462.33by True South Flights

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Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes) - Boarding at 50 Beach Street: what to expect before you cast off

8.Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

★ 5.0

A 90-minute Lake Wakatipu scenic cruise from Queenstown with live captain commentary, great photo stops, and indoor warmth.

“A beautiful day for the cruise around Lake Wakatipu. Troy and Bree were great! Troy navigated us around with his knowledge of the surrounding sites and feature's, ensuring we all had chilled and relaxing experience. Bree was hospitable taking our orders and was very friendly. There were 4 of us in total and we all…”

1,462 reviewsFrom $49.03by Million Dollar Cruise

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NZONE Skydive Queenstown

NZONE Skydive Queenstown - The Safety Briefing and Tandem Harness Routine

9.NZONE Skydive Queenstown

★ 4.5

NZONE tandem parachute jump in Queenstown with 9,000–15,000 ft choices, Lake Wakatipu views, and pro safety with optional photos.

“SO MUCH FUN!! The views were incredible - from the plane and on the way down! The entire experience was professionally handled. We felt safe, informed and prepared. The staff was fun too!! The photo/video package was so worth it for the amazing memories. My cousin's first jump ever and now he's ready for more!…”

1,438 reviewsFrom $222.79by NZONE Skydive

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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown - Price and what you get for about $123.41

10.Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

★ 5.0

4.5-hour LOTR half-day from Queenstown: Glenorchy film sites, Mt Aspiring access, Isengard lookout, costumes, and a picnic.

“We had the most incredible experience on the Lord of the Rings tour with Pure Glenorchy Tours. The scenery alone was breathtaking, but what truly made the day special was our guide, Amy. She was exceptionally kind, welcoming, and unbeRead more”

1,285 reviewsFrom $123.41by Pure Glenorchy Scenic Lord of the Rings Tours

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Queenstown Segway Tour

Queenstown Segway Tour - One hour Queenstown Bay route: views you can’t miss

12.Queenstown Segway Tour

★ 5.0

Glide through Queenstown on a small-group Segway tour. Learn fast, see Lake Wakatipu views, and cover more ground than walking.

“Kevin is a fabulous knowledgeable guide, sharing lots of interesting and fun facts about Queenstown. He was super friendly and helpful with our 2 teenage sons. Segway is a brilliant way to get a sense of the place, it is so much fun - we all had an awesome time.”

1,235 reviewsFrom $61.44by Segway on Q

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Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise - The Steamship Part: TSS Earnslaw (and Why People Chase It)

14.Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

★ 5.0

Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the steamship TSS Earnslaw, enjoy a chef-led BBQ lunch at Walter Peak, and watch sheep shearing and dog herding.

“Walter Peak Farm was an unforgettable experience. The gourmet lunch was absolutely amazing—fresh, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. Every bite felt thoughtful and indulgent. Paired with the stunning setting, it was hard to tell what stole the show more: the food or the views. The scenic backdrop across t”

1,196 reviewsFrom $98.67by RealNZ

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