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Methven Heliskiing is based in the remote headwaters of the Rakaia River, our terrain incorporates 3 mountain ranges and more than 250 named runs. We have runs to suit all abilities from beginner to expert. The standard "Perfect" heliski day includes 5 runs, and return transport to the helipad from Methven. The helipad is based at Glenfalloch Station, a working high country sheep station. The scenery here is stunning, featuring glaciers and dramatic peaks, with incredible views down the Main Divide to Aoraki/Mount Cook. All our guides are internationally qualified professionals. Methven Heliski is operated by Alpine Guides (Aoraki) Ltd. Flying every fine day, 01 July to 30 September.

The chance to enjoy part of a working day on a New Zealand intergenerational family sheep farming operation in the Lake Coleridge area, one hour's drive west of Christchurch. On arrival, guests are welcomed by the family and taken on a coach or 4 wheel drive tour out onto the property where high country farming activities are viewed and explained, there is the opportunity to be amongst large flocks of sheep and view working dogs in action. The panoramic views of Mt Hutt and the Upper Rakaia Gorge visible from the property are also a feature of the tour. Excellent roading means we specialise in catering for larger groups. Visitors should allow a minimum of 2½ hours. Meals available.

The Retreat is a private hideaway that offers discreet wedding experiences and is the perfect luxury destination for your special day. Your wedding will take place in one of New Zealand’s most spectacular settings, overlooking the Ben Ohau mountain ranges, Lake Pukaki and Aoraki Mount Cook. The Retreat has a beautiful selection of private venue options for your ceremony and celebration, from an intimate elopement for two, to a destination wedding for close friends and family, to a ceremony and reception for 200 guests. We offer a range of wedding packages designed to cater for weddings small to large. Each package can be personalised for your requirements.

On your way you will see truly breath-taking scenery: Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki. Visit Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo before arriving at the famous Hermitage Hotel for a delicious lunch and enjoy a scenic walk in Mt. Cook National Park to see the Tasman Glacier.

This is a wilderness of ancient glaciers, azure lakes, and endless runs - across 6 mountain ranges. Mount Cook Heliski has lines to suit all levels of heli-ski ability - from our exclusive terrain in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, to the shores of Lake Pukaki and the Ben Ohau Range. Mount Cook Heliski is professionally guided by Alpine Guides (Aoraki) Ltd and flown by The Helicopter Line. Together we pioneered New Zealand heliskiing at Mt Cook back in 1974. We specialise in small groups and private charter, with a focus on safety and great Kiwi service. Flying every fine day between 01 July and 30 September.

Famous for its all day sunshine, wide open uncrowded runs and friendly kiwi atmosphere, Mt Dobson is the ultimate skiing and boarding destination. This family owned and operated field is located on State Highway 8, the main tourist route between Christchurch and Queenstown. The gentle access road leads to a three kilometer wide basin, boasting 14 separate runs. The largest learner and intermediate area in New Zealand, huge natural halfpipe and miles of fresh untracked snow make for great skiing and boarding for all skill levels. The rolling natural terrain is easily accessed by the platter, T-Bar and Triple Chair. With a ski school, gear/clothing rental and cafe Dobson has everything...

Alpine Recreation offers a range of guided ascents and mountaineering instruction courses to suit beginners through to advanced climbers. Or maybe you are already an experienced mountaineer but want to improve safety by taking a guide for an ascent of one of our 3000m peaks. Start off with a taste of mountaineering on the 3-day Ball Pass Trek, where you'll learn how to use crampons and ice-axe, or go straight for a 5-day or 7-day climbing course. We are the only operator to have our own mountain hut in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Our costs include equipment and all food.

Enjoy a glacier & snow landing experience on the Tasman Glacier. The Southern Alps of New Zealand’s South Island offers one of the most visually spectacular glacier environments in the world. Experience the adventure of flying through the towering mountains of the Southern Alps in a ski plane or helicopter. Exceptional views of Aoraki Mt Cook and the Hochstetter Icefall as you fly up the Tasman Valley. Explore the flawless and pristine Tasman Glacier and experience this unique alpine environment with 600m of glacier ice beneath your feet. Reserve your choice of ski plane or helicopter. Both offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Beautiful views right from takeoff view the Tasman...

At Naturally NZ holidays we work in with you and your timetable. Offering services based on hiring a vehicle, joining a guided tour, making use of NZ's bus, rail and air transport system or a combination of all 3. Have your holiday tailor made from scratch or check out our premade itineraries for a base point. No limit on the number of people in your group as we have built strong working relationships with hundreds of operators throughout New Zealand. There is no typical tour at Naturally NZ holidays - What you do is entirely up to you. Contact us to put together an itinerary that will maximise your time and enjoyment whilst in New Zealand.

Mark has been operating private luxury tours countrywide since 1996. You will be accompanied by your personal chauffeur in the luxury and comfort of a minivan, a Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit or a sedan. Mark is a New Zealander of Swiss and Polish origins, and speaks English, French, Polish, Italian and basic German. He designs personalised tours, luxury tours and custom tours, tailor-made to suit your specific requirements. Mark is well suited to pointing out the natural splendours of New Zealand to European and American visitors. Extensive personalized tours of over 20 days are his speciality. 100% pure luxury tours! Licensed tour operator and fully licenced. You can also contact us...

We can offer sight fishing for large hard fighting brown and rainbow trout in the gin clear waters of the MacKenzie region. Your guide, Anton Donaldson, has many years experience chasing these wily trout in the scenic back country rivers of New Zealand. He can help put you in front of the fish of your lifetime and give you the right flies and techniques to snare your prize. We can arrange a trip to suit your requirements, whether you are after sight fishing, night fishing, winter fishing, trophy fishing or thread lining. If you are after the fly fishing experience of a lifetime, contact us and we will make your dream a reality.

Dame Ngaio’s powerful presence is found everywhere - from the green chair that she wrote longhand in, to her personal art collection, first edition books, clothes and travel trunks. It was where she entertained her many guests, including artists, writers, upcoming actors and Hollywood greats. Originally known as Marton Cottage, the house was built for Dame Ngaio’s parents in 1906 by noted Christchurch architect Samuel Hurst Seager, a cousin of Dame Ngaio’s mother Rose. The house is listed by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga as a Category 1 Historic Place of special or outstanding historical or cultural significance or value. Visitors receive a rare insight into the private world of New...

North Canterbury Food & Wine Trail showcases our region's local flavours, fantastic food and wine, authentic experiences and passionate people. Discover the tastes of fresh seasonal produce and wine, enjoy fine dining, relax in idyllic places to stay and experience an easy pace of life in North Canterbury, just minutes from Christchurch. Visit for a day, stay for a weekend or longer and come and meet the people involved in creating some of New Zealand's finest flavours. Choose your place to stay, restaurants to dine at and vineyards for wine tasting and relaxing in the open air with vistas of the green rolling hills.

We cater to your ideas and allow you to choose your destination, locations and amount of time you wish to spend in each area. Families can rest assured knowing our drivers will give ample time for children to play in recreational areas. Our driver guides are culturally sensitive and offer Halal/Muslim tourists private restoration areas, specific water reticulation requirements and restaurants. Off the beaten track as well as popular tourist destination and activities , we have been there... Multi day tours with accommodation and activities are designed to give you maximum usage of your time in NZ. Ask us for an informative tour or a casual itinerary, you can be sure we will give it our...

NZ Tour Guide Services - with Richard & Heather Gallagher. Are you wishing to take your own personal tour or sightseeing tour in New Zealand. We are Christchurch based in the scenic South Island. NZ Tour Guide Services offering assistance with tour planning. Day Tours from Christchurch , South Island Touring & Shore Excursions off Cruise Ships (Akaroa/Lyttleton). Privately Driver/Guided Touring of all of, or just part of New Zealand. Guide or Driver/Guide Services for: Individuals, Families, Media, small film crews, Travel & Trade delegations or anyone wishing to have their own and Local Guide or Driver/Guide. Full Member - Proguides New Zealand Department of Conservation...

Time is critical on holiday, you want to make every second count, but by the same token you don't want to be exhausted on what is supposed to be a holiday, not a lecture! Our friendly, knowledgeable local guides ensure you see the absolute highlights of the beautiful Garden City at a leisurely pace. Travelling in luxury in either a Tesla Model Y or Mercedes Hi Roof minibus your comfort is assured. Snacks and bottled water are complimentary. Lunch is also included at one of our carefully chosen inner city cafes/restaurants. Sights will be explored by both foot, and via vehicle. We go from beach, to city to hills and cover every important feature in-between. Our 30+ years in the travel...

OENZ- Outdoor Education New Zealand offers a full range of outdoor climbing and guiding services from Christchurch. You can choose to book onto one of our small group climbing experience or chat to our team about something bespoke. OENZ-Outdoor Education New Zealand provides outdoor training and guiding services for a range of outdoor adventure activities including, Alpine climbing, rock climbing, bushcraft & navigation, kayaking, river crossing.

Step into the midst of an undercover spy operation. Your team of secret agents have been handed classified information about Spider Tech, the company behind a top-secret research programme that, if successful, will give them the power to control the human mind. Spider Tech have leaked a dormant but deadly virus into the global water system. In just 120 minutes time they will activate the virus from their secure HQ servers in Hanmer and gain control of the world. Under the code name Operation Mindfall, your team must find the anti-virus and destroy Spider Tech’s servers. Pressure from foreign governments is mounting, the clock is ticking and the fate of the world rests in your team’s hands.

Set in 80 hectares, Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand's only open range zoo. It is within 15 minutes drive from Christchurch airport. The Park provides amazing animal encounters: hand feed giraffe, meet rhino up close, see New Zealand's only gorillas, view kiwi and meet our lion up close (cost additional). Scheduled presentations occur daily. Visitors can enjoy the antics of cheetah, Tasmanian devils, monkeys, meerkats and more. An extensive New Zealand section features kiwi, a wide range of birds and reptiles plus two walk-through aviaries (giving the chance to meet the mischievous kea). Guided tours operate daily. A cafe and fantastic wildlife gift shop are on-site. It's a full day of...

Paddle Tekapo mostly caters for freedom hires of 1-3 hours on beautiful Lake Tekapo. Also available by arrangement are kayak instruction on the lake and in rivers up to grade 2. Also by arrangement guided trips on kayaks and/or paddle boards are available. Fitness classes are also available by arrangement. Paddle Tekapo is a small and environmentally friendly company operating in summer at the lake front. Usual hours are 10am - 6pm everyday from Labour Weekend until Easter.