New Zealand · MORNING
Summer fills these weeks ahead and the best go first. Below: the 9 to lock in before you fly, what each includes and where they differ.
Explore Wai-O-Tapu and Waimangu from Rotorua on a guided small-group tour with geysers, mud pools, hotel pickup, and Māori insight.
“The overview of thermal spots in Rotorua area was amazing. Our guide, Clive, was informative and fun. The small group size made it easy to move through the areas and have great views of the sites. Awesome photo opportunities!”
Explore Wai-O-Tapu and Waimangu from Rotorua with a small-group guide, Lady Knox Geyser, colourful pools, volcanic valleys, and hotel pickup.
“The tour to through the volcano valley was amazing! Our tour guide Clint was so informative and friendly!”
Explore Napier’s Art Deco quarter on a 90-minute walk with an earthquake film, local stories, easy pacing, and expert guides.
“Great tour, starting with an informative film, then a tour of key buidlings, pointing out the various styles etc. Relaxed pace & made to feel very welcomed. It would not have been as good walking around by ourselves! And check out the Art Deco styled water they sell in the shop - a real bit of touristy fun :)”
Paddle Akaroa’s volcanic harbor at sunrise, watch for Hector dolphins and seals, and enjoy a quiet, small-group kayak tour with photos and refreshments.
“We got close to Hectors dolphins right in the beginning and discovered sea stars in a cave later on. The guide was very knowledgeable and even had tips for other experiences in nature - very warmly recommended!”
See Auckland’s key sights in three hours, from Mount Victoria to Narrow Neck Beach, with hotel pickup and a local guide.
“Tour guide. I don’t want to write a lot here, but it requires me to put in a lot of characters so I’d like to see my tour guide was great.”
Paddle Akaroa Harbour at sunrise on a guided sea kayak tour, with marine reserve scenery, local stories, and chances to spot Hector dolphins.
“Peter was a really nice tour guide. sadly we didn't see any dolphins, but therefore lovely nature and birds. He had a lot of knowledge about the places and made us feel really save on the Kajak”
Review of Blenheim’s guided and self-guided bike wine tour, with three tastings, flat cycling, pickup, pricing, weather advice, and practical tips.
“Great fun despite the constant rain. Wonderful host and guide, really friendly vineyard staff, delicious tasting sessions.”
Sail from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove on a small-group catamaran with coffee, snacks, swimming, snorkeling, and sweeping Coromandel views.
“What a great experience! The crew was fantastic and let us steer the catamaran and learn about sailing. The views are stunning. They even had bean bag chairs on board so that we could all enjoy a total zen experience on the water. Highly recommend.”
Review of Rotorua’s half-day lake tour, with Hamurana Springs, redwood forest, waterfalls, caves, volcanic lakes, and practical tips.
“He has abundant knowledge and I felt his enthusiasm for the tour! I had a very fulfilling and enjoyable time since morning! I highly recommend it!!!”
Pick a coast, a crater or a cellar door.
