South Island / QUEENSTOWN AND BEYOND TOURING
Dart River Wilderness Jet & Funyaks
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Operated by Dart River Jet
Dart Wilderness Jet takes you deep into the World Heritage area of Mount Aspiring National Park with the only jet boat operator allowed on the Dart . Experience wilderness jet boating on a braided , glacier-fed river . Learn about the area ' s history and the Greenstone trail from your guide . Walk amongst the ancient beech forest , unchanged for 80 million years , and view the scenic backgrounds for many the Lord of the Rings movies . Discover New Zealand ' s heart .
Dart River Funyak " drift " trip is an amazing journey deep into the Mount Aspiring National Park . Get involved with nature . Combine wilderness jet boating with unique ‘ Funyak ’ inflatable canoes for a fun way to explore the Dart River as well as hidden side streams , rock pools and dramatic chasms . Stop and enjoy a delicious wilderness buffet lunch before continuing in your ‘ Funyak ’ downstream to ‘ Paradise ’. Then travel a back-country route back to Glenorchy . Go with the flow , leave with the memories . price guide : $$$$
TSS Earnslaw / Walter Peak High Country Farm
Operated by Real Journeys
Enjoy a leisurely return scenic cruise on the 102-year-old coal-fired steamship TSS Earnslaw from Queenstown Bay to Walter Peak . One of Queenstown ' s most iconic experiences , go ashore to get a taste of New Zealand ' s farming lifestyle at Walter Peak High Country Farm . Enjoy a BBQ lunch or dinner overlooking the lake and surrounding mountains . A unique dining experience , the menu showcases food and wine from the wider Central Otago region . Chefs prepare a tasty selection of meats on the outdoor grill while fresh , seasonal salads and vegetables are available inside .
Real Journeys Te Anau Glowworm Caves
Operated by Real Journeys
The journey begins with a cruise across Lake Te Anau to Cavern House on the western shores on board the luxury purpose-built catamaran , Luminosa . An experienced nature guide takes you underground in small groups for exploration by path and small boat into a world of rock formations , fossils , waterfalls , whirlpools and a cathedral cavern with rock walls towering high above . Finally , move beyond the roar of the stream to the magical grotto to discover the luminous shimmer of thousands of glow worms . Take in the glittering display before retracing your steps to Te Anau . price guide : $ price guide : $
Shotover River Rafting
Operated by Queenstown Rafting
Your adventure begins with a briefing before being taken to this exciting jet boat ride , the Shotover Jet near Queenstown . Speed through rocky canyons and experience the famous ‘ Hamilton 360 ’ spins . At Cavells Rafting Lodge , change into rafting gear and climb aboard a twin turbine helicopter for a spectacular rollercoaster flight into Skippers Canyon .
Upon landing at Deep Creek , the guide will provide a full safety briefing . Your rafting adventure commences in peaceful waters , where it is easy to practice paddling techniques before hearing the roar of the ‘ Mother ’ section . Your heart will be pumping as you paddle through sections such as ' Squeeze ', ' Toilet ’ and ' Pinball '. Arriving at the Oxenbridge Tunnel , raft 172 metres through darkness before splashing out through the last rapid , ' Cascade '. While no experience is necessary , confidence in the water is required . price guide : $$$
Milford Sound Cruise & Kayak Highlights
Operated by Southern Discoveries
Experience natural wonders and enjoy excellent , up-close viewing of wildlife on your Milford Sound cruise , where nature guides share their knowledge on the history , flora and fauna of the area . Disembark at the Milford Discovery Centre and descend ten metres beneath the water to view rare black coral and colourful sea creatures such as blue cod and butterfly perch . Then gaze through crystal-clear waters as you kayak around serene Harrison Cove with a specialist kayak and nature guide in an intimate nature experience before returning to Milford wharf . Lunch options available .
Mt Nicholas Farm Experience
Operated by Southern discoveries
Cruise to Mt Nicholas Farm on the western shores of Lake Wakatipu and enjoy spectacular views looking up towards Glenorchy , Mount Earnslaw , the Southern Alps and the Remarkables mountain range . Disembark and join the farm guide on a walking tour of this truly authentic , working high-country farm . See the farm guide round up sheep and meet working animals used on the farm . Then sit back and watch the landscape unfold as you travel by 4WD vehicle to spectacular vantage points . Enjoy morning / afternoon tea before boarding the vessel for your return cruise to Queenstown .
From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. price guide : $$ price guide : $
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