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New Zealand Adventure Tours
New Zealand Adventure Tours
New Zealand is a land of breathtaking natural wonders, from towering mountains to pristine lakes and lush forests. Our tours focus on providing a hands-on, adventurous, and immersive experience.
We’ll supply you with all the gear needed for an epic journey, along with great food, reliable transportation, and expert guides who know the region inside out. You’ll explore iconic locations such as Milford Sound, Tongariro National Park, Franz Josef Glacier, and Rotorua, with a few hidden gems sprinkled in along the way.
More importantly, you’ll get to experience the essence of New Zealand—its raw beauty, rich cultural heritage, and the warm spirit of its people. Don’t forget to bring your sense of adventure!
New Zealand has always been a place where travelers from across the globe come together to experience and share its magic. Whether you’re here to explore its wild landscapes or connect with its deep-rooted Māori traditions, this is a journey you’ll never forget.”
• Small group experience• Auckland pickup & drop off• Scenic drive to Far North• 4.5 hour guided boat cruise• Cruise past 144 islands• Hole in the Rock sighting• Urupukapuka Island stop• Beach time on the island• Island summit viewpoint• Dolphin & marine spotting• Catamaran bay cruising• Northland coast viewing• Full day Bay of Islands
• Hobbiton Movie Set Tour• Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour• Guided Boat Experience• Depart from Auckland• Return to Auckland• Morning Tea Stop• Lush Shire Walkthrough• Drink at Green Dragon Inn• Small Group Experience• Knowledgeable Local Guide• Air-Conditioned Transport• Stunning Photo Opportunities
• Small group tour• Starts in Auckland• Scenic Waikato drive• Fully guided Hobbiton tour• Visit 44 hobbit holes• Free drink at Green Dragon• Photo and surprise stops• Snacks and bottled water• Return to Auckland included
26th February 2020 - 14 Day Big South New Zealand Tour
Sarah's trip was absolutely amazing, and she thanked both TourRadar and Wild Kiwi.
• Mount Cook scenic views• Lake Tekapo turquoise waters• Ngilgi Cave adventure• Busselton Jetty visit• Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse• Wildlife encounters included• Air-conditioned transport• Small group experience• Professional local guides• Photo stops along the way• Gourmet local produce lunch
• Cathedral Cove• Hot Water Beach• Wai-O-Tapu Wonderland• Hobbiton movie set• Huka Falls• Tongariro Crossing• Waitomo glowworm caves
11th March 2019 - 21 Day New Zealand Discovery Tour
Guide Ben went well above expectations, genuinely getting to know everyone in the group. His unmatched knowledge of New Zealand came through in creative ways, like a playlist of Kiwi artists, and he helped the group bond through introductions and games. He drove safely, joined in the fun on his nights off, and was, overall, a great person to travel and learn from.
• Hobbiton Movie Set• Wai-O-Tapu geothermal• Huka Falls• Waitomo glowworm caves• Hamilton Gardens• Rotorua thermal wonders• Raglan surf coast
6th October 2024 - 14 Day New Zealand Explorer Tour
Lindale found the logistics smooth and the group setting a great way to bond with people from around the world. Hostel quality varied a little, but everywhere was clean and had the essentials covered.
• TranzAlpine train• Punakaiki Pancake Rocks• Abel Tasman National Park• Nelson Lakes• Marlborough wine tasting• Kaikōura marine wildlife• Seal colonies
• Christchurch street art tour• Arthur’s Pass & Castle Hill• Devils Punchbowl hike• Franz Josef free day• Lake Matheson mirror views• Scenic stops to Lake Hawea• Wanaka & Mount Aspiring views• Queenstown free day options• Milford Sound cruise included• Look for dolphins & seals• Church of the Good Shepherd• Seven breakfasts & one dinner
18th January 2025 - 14 Day New Zealand Highlights Tour
Dallas found the New Zealand Highlights tour an incredible experience, with the South Island leg full of adventure including skydiving, paddleboarding, and scenic treks under guide Ben's engaging, knowledgeable lead. Telli took over on the North Island with the same energy, and a visit to Hobbiton along with jet boating and more trekking stood out as highlights. Both guides made the trip feel seamless, and Dallas highly recommends Wild Kiwi to anyone wanting to explore New Zealand.
• TranzAlpine scenic train• Franz Josef Glacier visit• Lake Matheson walk• ThatWanakaTree photo op• Queenstown adventure hub• Lake Pukaki photo stop• Mount Cook National Park• Lake Tekapo exploration• Stargazing in Dark Sky Reserve• Christchurch city tour• Milford Sound day trip• Small group (max 24)
• 9-day South Island tour• Starts in Christchurch• Ends in Queenstown• 8 nights in hostels• 6 breakfasts included• 1 lunch and 1 dinner• Mount John hike• Hooker Valley hike• Lake Wanaka kayaking• Milford Sound cruise• Queenstown jet boating• Group leader support
25th April 2023 - 7 Day Northern Voyager Tour
Russell found the experience smooth, fun, and full of great people, though he notes most activities aren't included in the price and add up. Still calls it a once-in-a-lifetime trip.
• Start in Auckland, end Wellington• Explore Glowworm Caves• Visit Hobbiton movie set• Soak in Kerosene Creek• Discover Wai o Tapu geysers• Experience Māori culture• Sail Lake Taupo• Visit Huka Falls• Optional skydive or bungy• Explore vibrant Wellington• Enjoy 8 nights in hostels• Led by local group leader
• 10-day North Island tour• Starts in Auckland• Ends in Wellington• Private air-conditioned bus• 9 nights in hostels• Dormitory-style accommodation• 9 breakfasts included• 2 lunches included• 1 dinner included• Rangitoto Island visit• Hobbiton Movie Set tour• Milford Sound day trip
• Start and end Christchurch• Twin-share accommodations• Daily breakfasts included• Marlborough wine tasting• Abel Tasman coastal walk• Punakaiki Pancake Rocks• Franz Josef Glacier hike• Visit Mirror Lake MathesonFree time in Queenstown• Milford Sound day cruise• Stargazing Lake Tekapo• Scenic Mt Cook National Park
• Start Auckland/Christchurch• Transport on Stray network• Tongariro & Abel Tasman• Māori cultural experiences• Hostels, lodges & camping• Selected meals included• Optional adventure add-ons• Small, social groups• Knowledgeable tour guides
22nd November 2025 - 7 Day South Island Escape Tour
Yajuan praised Big Ben at Wild Kiwi for providing clear, timely booking details and being easy to reach by email and phone. As a first-time TourRadar user, the process gave real peace of mind before the trip even started.
• Hobbiton movie set• Waitomo glowworm caves• Wai-O-Tapu geothermal• Tekapo Dark Sky Reserve• Milford Sound cruise• Mt Difficulty wine tasting• Franz Josef glacier country
• North and South Islands• Small Group Adventure• Experienced Guide/Driver• Waitomo Ruakuri Cave Tour• Mitai Māori Village Evening Experience• Wai Ariki Restorative Journey• Interislander Ferry Ticket (one way)• Wine Tasting• Tekapo Hot Springs• West Coast Wildlife Centre• Tranzalpine Train• Various Scenic Hikes
21st May 2019 - 7 Day Southern Loop Tour
The best seven days on the Southern Loop tour, which exceeded expectations exploring the Upper South Island. Highlights were swimming with dolphins at Kaikoura and visiting Abel Tasman National Park. The vehicle was comfortable with plenty of room and WiFi, and the pace allowed for lots of walks and activities at each stop. Wild Kiwi comes highly recommended.
• Tekapo Dark Sky Reserve• Franz Josef Glacier• Abel Tasman National Park• 3 nights Queenstown• Kaikoura coastline• Milford Sound• Marlborough wine tasting
• Tawanui Farm• Wine Tasting• Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools• Iron Ridge Quarry• Pohatu Penguins Nature Tour• Christchurch Street Art Tour• Greenstone Carving Experience• West Coast Wildlife Centre• Milford Sound Day Tour & Cruise• Various Scenic Hikes
21st January 2026 - 7 Day North Island Escape Tour
Eva rated Tom as an outstanding guide and driver on a tour packed with highlights that were hard to single out. Lord of the Rings fans in particular shouldn't miss the Hobbiton stop. The small group size meant lasting friendships were made along the way.
• Explore Hobbiton film set• Experience Māori culture• Tour Waitomo Glowworm Caves• Sail on Lake Taupo• Visit geothermal Rotorua• Discover Wellington city• Cruise Milford Sound fjord• Hike Mount John summit• Jet boat in Queenstown• See Huka Falls cascade• Relax in Tekapo hot pools• Enjoy group leader support
• Kai Iwi Lakes• Tāne Mahuta kauri tree• Waitangi Hāngī dinner• Abel Tasman National Park• Kaikōura coastline• 3 nights Queenstown• Milford Sound cruise
28th January 2020 - 14 Day New Zealand Adventurer Tour
Guide Ben is funny and caring, going out of his way to take the group to places he knows they'll enjoy. The reviewer would recommend him without hesitation.
• Start Auckland, end Christchurch• Travel in private coach• Twin-share accommodations• Scenic lodges and farm stays• Explore Te Puia Geyser• 4WD Safari at Blue Duck Station• Cycle Old Coach Road Trail• Lake Aniwhenua Māori culture• TranzAlpine Train journey• Cooked breakfasts daily• Fun, small group tours• Expert local tour guide
• Start Auckland, end Queenstown• Travel in private coach• Twin-share accommodations• Scenic lodges and farm stays• Explore Te Puia Geyser• 4WD Safari at Blue Duck Station• Cycle Old Coach Road Trail• Lake Aniwhenua Māori culture• TranzAlpine Train journey• Cooked breakfasts daily• Fun, small group tours• Expert local tour guide
• North and South Islands• Small Group Adventure• Experienced Guide/Driver• Waitomo Ruakuri Cave Tour• Mitai Māori Village Evening Experience• Wai Ariki Restorative Journey• Wine Tasting• Tekapo Springs• Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools• Various Scenic Hikes
• Hahei Beach stay• Visit Hot Water Beach• Explore Rotorua’s geothermal areas• Tour Hobbiton Movie Set• Experience Māori culture• Discover Lake Taupo• Hike Tongariro National Park• Visit Wellington city• Explore Abel Tasman National Park• Stay at Franz Josef Glacier• Adventure in Queenstown• Tour ends in Christchurch
• North and South Islands• Small Group Adventure• Experienced Guide/Driver• Waitomo Ruakuri Cave Tour• Hell's Gate• National Kiwi Hatchery• Te Pā Tū Evening Experience• Tawanui Farm Experience• Tekapo Springs• Milford Sound Day Trip & Cruise• Greenstone Carving• Tranzalpine Train• Various Scenic Hikes
• Hot Water Beach• Wai-O-Tapu geothermal• Waitomo glowworms• Abel Tasman National Park• Tekapo Dark Sky Reserve• 3 nights Queenstown• Milford Sound cruise
• Hobbiton movie set• Waitomo glowworm caves• Wai-O-Tapu geothermal park• TranzAlpine train• Abel Tasman National Park• Milford Sound cruise• Franz Josef Glacier