Please note: Many operators tend to change their prices around the end of September, so if you are booking an activity for after this date, we will advise you about any price changes at the time of booking.
Our Most popular Activities.
Listed below are some of the more commonly accepted activities. These have been chosen from past experience and in most cases, Queenstown Adventures staff have experienced them all so can advise you further if need be.
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Get ready for the World's most exciting Jet Boat ride! Acknowledged as the World's most famous Jet Boat operation, many imitate Shotover Jet – but for sheer excitement, no one comes close. Shotover Jet is the only company permitted to operate in the spectacular Shotover River Canyons. It's a thrilling ride - skimming past rocky outcrops at close range in your Shotover Jet 'Big Red', as you twist and turn through the narrow canyons. |
The Dart River Jet Safari combines a 1 ½ hours jet boating, a 20-40 minute forest and nature walk, and 40-50 minute back road journey through Paradise. The Safari explores this area at a pace that will suit any visitor allowing them to easily reach areas which they may not normally venture into on their own. A short and easy bush walk, of 20-40 minutes, takes visitors through a wonderful example of the forests of the region. |
 You can step onto a big yellow Kawarau Jet every hour at the Main Town Pier in the centre of Queenstown. In an unforgettable jetboat experience you’ll be transported from the sophisticated downtown area into the channels of two of New Zealand’s most scenic rivers. Across the pristine waters of Lake Wakatipu and through the tranquil beauty of the willow lined Kawarau River, the jetboat then speeds into the shallow, fast moving braids of the Shotover River. |
Dart River Funyaks: Jet boat for 1¼ hours to the upper reaches of the Dart River, where visitors disembark and inflate their own canoe. After a full safety and paddling instruction, your Funyak journey begins. Paddle downstream on a glacier feed river amidst rocky peaks and dense rainforests. Enjoy a wilderness buffet lunch and explore the Rock Burn Chasm and ancient beech forests. Paddle to Paradise then transfer to an awaiting back road coach for the return trip through Paradise back to Glenorchy. |
Queenstown is the ideal place to meet the challenge of white water rafting. Experience an unforgettable adventure in breathtaking surroundings - as you raft surging rapids and idyllic river stretches. Choose the spectacular Shotover River, or the equally beautiful but more gentle Kawarau River. |
Queenstown is the ideal place to meet the challenge of White water rafting, Jet Boating, Bungy Jumping, Helicopter flights, Skydiving and more - The Combo advantage. Take in more activities in your time in Queenstown. |
Milford Sound - This cruise appeals to those wanting to enjoy the dramatic scenery of Milford Sound in style! Cruise the full length of Milford Sound on board one of Real Journeys spacious, modern vessels (Milford Monarch or Milford Haven) offering excellent viewing opportunities. Their friendly staff provide informative commentaries in several languages and point out highlights. |
When you discover Doubtful Sound you will be struck by its silence - a silence broken only by birdsong, or maybe the rushing of a distant waterfall. Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins as you cruise the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri. Then it's over Wilmot Pass, stopping along the way to experience some of Fiordland's densest rainforest and to view the colourful alpine moss gardens. |
Come with Deer Park Safaris on a magical adventure into the very heart of alpine New Zealand. Be rewarded with fabulous panoramas over the entire Queenstown basin with elevated vistas over the lakes and surrounding mountains. Visit the country's most spectacular Lord of the Rings film locations. Stop to hand-feed and photograph red deer, bison, llama and many other exotic animal species. |
Skippers Heritage Tours take you to one of Queenstown's best kept secrets. Travelling alongside the Shotover River you will get a unique impression of what was once called home to thousands of goldminers. You will travel in comfortable 4WD Minivans with forward facing seats. Plenty of photo stops on this historic mountain road through Skippers Canyon keep you busy on this 65 km return trip. |
Skippers canyon Adventures take you from Queenstown in their specialized 4WD vehicles up the scenic Coronet Peak road to the Skippers Canyon Road. As you drive down this famous gold mining trail, the guide will explain the Skippers Canyon's rich history, stopping frequently to explain points of interest, till finally arriving at Winky's Museum and Skippers Canyon Jetboats. Includes Gold panning activities. |
Nomad Safari's safari-equipped 4WD vehicles can take you to areas inaccessible by normal means, no coaches, no crowds, a Nomad Safari is a true off-road adventure for those who choose not to follow the pack. They operate with Department of Conservation approval, respect the environment they visit and are actively involved in the care and preservation of these heritage areas. |
