Outdoor activities near Queenstown
100 bookable experiences
Hikes, water and open air within reach of Queenstown — the trips worth leaving the city for, with the gear and the guide included.
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Milford Sound Flight and Cruise Tour from Queenstown
Take an Trip Advisor award-winning scenic flight to Milford Sound, the Eighth Wonder of the World. Leave the queues behind and see it the way it deserves to be seen — from the air, then from the ocean. We will fly you…
Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Top 10 of outdoor experiences Australasia and Top 1% of Experiences worldwide for 2026. Dress up as your favourite character & Feel the trilogy come to life as you…
Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)
Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary natural beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and awe-inspiring scenery and prolific flora and fauna. This tour with Air Milford allows you to combine the stunning flight…
25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown
Experience the best view in town. Land on the Remarkables spur, overlooking Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin with Coronet and Cecil Peaks in the distance. A sensational photo opportunity at 5,000 feet.
Queenstown Helicopter Tour: Glacier Landing and Scenic Views
Take to the skies above Queenstown and land on a remote glacier blanketed in snow for a true alpine adventure. Experience the stunning vistas of Skippers Canyon, with its rich gold rush history, before touching down on…
25 Minute Remarkables Helicopter Flight with Sunset Landing
Experience the best view in town. Land on the Remarkables spur, overlooking Queenstown at sunset! This flight includes a complimentary drink of choice which you can enjoy during your landing whilst watching the sunset…
Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience
Immerse yourself in an authentic New Zealand adventure as you journey deep into the heart of world-renowned Mt Aspiring National Park, a truly unique and untouched world. This is not just a jet boat ride, but a…
Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown
Air Milford hosts you on an intimate experience, combining two incredible scenic flights into Fiordland National Park with a Nature Cruise through the fiord itself. Enjoy reserved seating for Air Milford passengers…
Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Tour
Our Full Day Bike the Wineries Ride is one of Queenstown’s most popular experiences, combining historic Arrowtown, scenic river trails, and the renowned Gibbston wine region into one unforgettable day. From the historic…
Queenstown Hill Quad Bike Tour
Get your pulse racing on an ATV adventure on Queenstown Hill! Riding a fully automatic, 400cc all-terrain vehicle (also known as a quad bike), you’ll follow trails to the hilltop for panoramic views over Queenstown.…
Full Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour
Combine our Half Day in Middle Earth with a second Half Day Adventure into another part of Middle Earth with our partner company. We have a 1 hour lunch break back in Queenstown and change buses for the afternoon tour.…
Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown (half day)
An adventure safari packed with breathtaking scenery, thrilling 4WD action whilst discovering LOTR filming locations. Visit the filming locations of Minas Tirith, Misty Mountains, the Pillars of the Kings (Argonath),…
Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour
Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again! Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka tour guides who have superior knowledge on all things “Rings”. We’ll take you to the original film locations and put YOU in…
Queenstown: Off-Road Self-Drive Buggy Tour with Wakatipu Views
New Zealand's premium guided self-drive buggy experience – you drive, we guide. After a quick training session, follow your guide through steep climbs, creek crossings and forest tracks in our private off-road park,…
30-Minute Alpine Scenic Flight from Queenstown
A winning combination: Experience breathtaking alpine scenery, from the dramatic Skippers Canyon to the expansive Queenstown Basin, with a landing on one of the region’s beautiful mountain peaks. Landing location is…
Mt. Cook Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air
Fly up the spine of the South Island, enjoying panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea on one side and Lake Pukaki, arguably New Zealand’s most beautiful lake, on the other. Marvel at the most awe-inspiring aerial…
Queenstown: ATV Quad Bike Adventure Tour
Ride a 250cc sports quad bike through real off-road terrain, just 5 minutes from central Queenstown. After a safety briefing and training session on purpose-built tracks, you follow an expert guide into the 650-acre…
Lake Tekapo Private Day Trip from Queenstown
Escape the crowds with a fully private, customizable 12-hour day trip from Queenstown to the turquoise wonder of Lake Tekapo. Travel through spectacular alpine landscapes, charming towns, and shimmering lakes — with the…
Milford Sound Scenic Fly & Explore Day Trip from Queenstown
A chance to do Milford differently and capture a different perspective away from the crowds. You will have the opportunity to explore the shores for approximately 2 hours, with our three short walks, taking you to…
Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown
The one-hour fixed-wing flight from Queenstown to the Tasman Glacier in Aoraki Mount Cook is certainly spectacular, but the highlight of this trip is the glacier Heli Hike. The experienced guides will take you into a…
Queenstown: Kids Quad Bike Family Adventure (45 min)
New Zealand's only kids' quad biking experience - and the whole family gets their own machine. Kids aged 6-13 ride 50cc or 90cc quad bikes on purpose-built tracks just five minutes from central Queenstown, while…
Glenorchy Private Day Trip from Queenstown with Scenic Stops
Enjoy a private, door‑to‑door scenic experience from Queenstown to Glenorchy and Paradise — flexible, comfortable, and designed for travellers who appreciate personalised exploration. Follow one of New Zealand’s most…
Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air
Depart over the Remarkables, track along the Oreti River across New Zealand’s vast southern farmland before reaching the stunning Southern Coast. Fly over Foveaux Strait passing Dog Island and Ruapuki Island before…
Milford Sound Small Group Tour, Cruise & Picnic Lunch
Embark on an intimate small-group adventure from Queenstown to Milford Sound—one of Aotearoa’s most iconic natural wonders. This fully guided day trip is more than just a destination; it’s an experience crafted with…
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