NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand's best.
New Zealand's 15 most popular workshops, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Wētā Workshop on Wellington’s Miramar Peninsula: a guided 90-minute look at how movie props, costumes, and creatures are made.
“Our gide was exceptional. He had so much knowledge and made our tour an amazing experience.”
Auckland’s Wētā Workshop Unleashed turns movie effects into a hands-on 90-minute show with practical sets, props, and guides.
“you ask for feeback but there is there no opportunity to comment I thought the guide spoke far too quickly and loudly. As a consequence it was very hard to understand her”
Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington with a guided walk through props, creatures and costumes, plus hands-on moments at Weta Cave.
“Very creative and extremely detailed design that every fan of the film lovers should appreciate their dedication and hard work. Marvelously!”
Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland: a 90-minute guided hands-on tour of practical effects across fantasy, sci-fi, and horror.
“Totally incredible to see how Weta created the characters in all of those movies”
Wētā Workshop guided transfers from Wellington, Miramar practical-effects tour, harbour views, and hands-on movie magic with small groups.
“Don't miss this opportunity to learn about Weta it is a must do in Wellington. It was so informative and cool!”
Learn to surf at Te Arai Beach with Aotearoa Surf School. 2-hour coaching, full gear, small groups, and Auckland ocean views.
“We booked four days of private lessons with Maya and couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. She handled different levels with ease — from beginner to intermediate — and was wonderful with our 7-year-old daughter who was just starting. Thanks to her great advice and sharp eye, we all got up and caught waves.…”
Wellington shuttle to Wētā Workshop includes guided transfers, a quick Wētā Cave stop, and a 90-minute behind-the-scenes tour for film fans.
“manaka was legendary, very knowledgable on everything film! derek in the bus was a super tour guide and great driver. best day!”
Beginner group surf lesson in Raglan: 2 hours at Ngarunui Beach with wetsuit and board, small groups up to 6.
“Surf lesson was fantastic. We went for the 9am lesson which was perfect since the beach hadn’t gotten busy yet. Neither of us had surfed prior, but our guide helped us get up several times and we had a blast. This is a must try if you are in Raglan.”
Auckland’s Wētā Workshop Unleashed creative class lets you make a miniature world or realistic wounds with expert guidance and a certificate.
“wonderful knowledge and know how and insight done down there”
A 2-hour group surf lesson at Muriwai Beach near Auckland, with gear, coaching, and patient feedback—priced at $41 per person.
“It’s like riding a bicycle. People can only show you how. You need to figure it out”
Milford Sound Business Class from Queenstown pairs a glass-roof Mercedes van, Te Anau morning tea, and the Sinbad cruise for a small-group luxe day.
“Business Class is the best way to do Milford Sound hands down. It really is an exceptional experience, we lived it! We had a well appointed brand new purpose built Mercedes van with glass roof, which was lovely, blankets, pillows and a claRead more”
Sweet Axe in Wellington: coached axe throwing lesson and tournament, then pool and table tennis. 1 hour, $34.01.
“What a unique and cool experience! Our guide was fantastic, made our time at Wellington Sweet Axe fun and enjoyable . Would highly recommend going with a group, can’t wait to go back and give the new smash room a go!”
Learn to surf at Mount Maunganui Beach in a 90-minute group lesson. Board and wetsuit included, coached by pros, beginner-friendly.
“Bailey was awesome, he helped me out throughout the whole process to catch my first waves while giving pointers along the way! Will be back again tomorrow”
Wheel throwing in Coromandel at Driving Creek Pottery. A 90-minute small-group class with clay, tools, apron included. Glaze add-on.
“Super activité où vous pouvez repartir avec votre poterie si vous le souhaitez (pour 20$)”
Private MTB lesson in Queenstown with pickup, full-suspension rental, and tailored coaching at 7 Mile Bike Park.
“My 11 year old son did 2.5 days MTB riding with Treadmark and had the time of his life - packed each day full of trails, an amazing top of the range bike and safety gear and had a great time with the two coaches - Piyush and Paris”
