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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 14 attractions in Kaikoura

Swim with the dolphins in their natural environment or watch their acrobatic displays form the comfort of the boat.

Attraction type: Tour
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Lake Tekapo, Lake Tekapo
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 attractions in Lake Tekapo
Attraction type: Lake; Pond
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 27 attractions in Dunedin

Hare Hill is a lovely 60 acre farm located in Deborah Bay on the north side of the Otago Harbour, close to historic Port Chalmers and only 20 minutes drive from Dunedin New Zealand. Hare Hill offers horse riding suitable for the beginner right through to the more advanced rider throughout the year.

Attraction type: Horse-riding stable
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Adrenaline Forest, Christchurch
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 153 attractions in Christchurch

Test your limits. Conquer your fear. Adrenalin Forest is best described as a multi level aerial obstacle course. Participants negotiate a series of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and flying foxes from platforms constructed in the tree canopy. Adrenalin Forest is a great confidence builder and adrenalin rush. The adventure park features an aerial obstacle course up to 20 meters off the ground, 6 pathways of progressive difficulty, about 2 km in length and covering 4 hectares of forest. Participants attached by an overhead safety wire safely negotiate a series of 100 challenging activities high up in the tree canopy.

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 13 attractions in Te Anau
Attraction type: National park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 8 attractions in Nelson

Experience guided ATV 4 wheel quad bike tours; ride the world's only Skywire flying fox; play Paintball; enjoy a Safari Tour or ride in the amphibious Argo.

Attraction type: All-terrain vehicle trail; Off-road vehicle trail (4x4)
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 9 attractions in Picton
Attraction type: Biking trail; Biking trail (mountain); Hiking trail; Scenic/historic walking area; Trail
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 13 attractions in Te Anau

Real Journeys is a New Zealand company that provides excursions in southern New Zealand . Locally owned and operated business with the goal of introducing visitors to New Zealand ’s exceptional...

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 153 attractions in Christchurch

This garden is home to the best collection of exotic and indigenous plants in New Zealand.

Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 77 attractions in Queenstown

THE guys to skydive with in Queenstown. Highly recommended operation, simply an awesome experience.

Attraction type: Sports complex
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 13 attractions in Wanaka

We are specialists in quality discovery adventures of the Wanaka/Queenstown region. Choose from our boutique Central Otago Wine Trails, 4WD adventures, garden tours and unique Heli-hiking options. Join us for a few hours or the whole day you’ll learn so much about the Wanaka area you’ll feel like a local! We also donate a percentage of all bookings towards native replanting projects in the Wanaka area. Please visit our website for more information.

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 13 attractions in Wanaka

Eco Wanaka Lake, Island and Mountain Adventures offers -Lake Cruise & island Walk - Rare flightless birds, a magical lake on top of an island and a unique opportunity to plant a native tree as part of this eco-experience. Rob Roy Glacier Guided Trek - The World Heritage area's Jewel, Rob Roy has it all! Swingbridge, Rainforest, waterfalls, icefalls, and comical Keas all in one day!Lake Wanaka Boat Fishing - for introduced Salmon, Brown and Rainbow Trout.

Attraction type: Tour
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Skyline Gondola, Queenstown
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 77 attractions in Queenstown

The Skyline complex sits high above Queenstown on Bob's Peak and is reached by gondola cableway. Located 5 minutes walk from central Queenstown. The restaurant offers a tempting six course 'Taste New Zealand' buffet and spectacular panoramic views. The Luge adventure ride appeals to young and old alike. Ride a 3 wheeled Luge Cart with a unique braking and steering system allowing you to travel as slow or as fast as you dare!

Attraction type: Lookout; Tram
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Larnach Castle, Dunedin
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 27 attractions in Dunedin
Attraction type: Castle; Historic site
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Avon River, Christchurch
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 153 attractions in Christchurch

A unique part of the city, the Avon River sustains a diverse plant and animal life and is a source of many recreational activities.

Attraction type: River
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 27 attractions in Dunedin
Attraction type: Nature reserve; Geological formation
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AJ Hackett Bungy, Queenstown
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 77 attractions in Queenstown
Attraction type: Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 13 attractions in Wanaka

Vintage Tiger Moth Scenic Flights with Classic Flights Wanaka, New Zealand. Have you ever dreamed of experiencing a piece of aviation history? To step back in time where Pilots were larger than life, and heroes to all those who lifted their eyes skyward to the sound of an old Tigermoth flying overhead? Then take a flightseeing trip around Wanaka and see breathtaking New Zealand scenery in a Vintage Aircraft. Experience the excitement of the early flyers and their flying machines; the smell of oil and aviation fuel, combined with the aroma of fresh leather. As you don the old-style leather flying helmet, complete with flying goggles and silk scarf, experience the anticipation of being taken back in time to the nostalgia of this by-gone era.The exhilaration of the open cockpit and the wind in your face - discover the freedom and romance of a vintage scenic flight from Wanaka, one of the most spectacular scenic locations in New Zealand.

Attraction type: Scenic drive
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 153 attractions in Christchurch

See Kiwi in a natural environment - there is no glass! Get close to Kea, Tuatara and other native icons. Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is also home to introduced and exotic breeds. Make your own way around the park and animals will eat right out of your hand. Choose either a day or evening visit, Willowbank is open from 10am to 10pm daily - kiwis are able to be viewed from 11am until 10pm.

Attraction type: Wildlife park; Nature reserve
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 10 attractions in Akaroa
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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