Te Waipounamu / South Island : activités uniques

Take a journey with me deep into Middle Earth, and encounter Isengard, Amon Hen, Lothlorien Forest, The Misty Mountains and Ithilien! We will be visiting these locations as we travel from scenic Queenstown, Glenorchy and Paradise, including filming locations from The Hobbit, Wolverine, Chronicles of Narnia. Stories and secrets will be shared by a local with great insight and knowledge into the filming of these movies and also the local areas' rich history and Maori culture. You will experience some of the world’s most spectacular scenery in Mt Aspiring World Heritage Park and along one of the Worlds' most scenic highway, the Glenorchy Road. You will come away with the most breathtaking scenic photos and magical memories. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee and tea, with a light Kiwi style picnic. Take the opportunity to dress up in our Lord of the Rings Costumes, and have a photo shoot with our replica swords in Lothlorien forest. Other things to note: - Tours depart on time so - Please allow yourself enough time to find a carpark (if driving) and getting yourself to the meeting place: 43 CAMP street, Outside the Marmalada Cafe. - Parking can be found at Boundary street for $2 per hour, and on Man street for $4 p/h.

We depart from the Station Building, in the city centre at 1:30 PM. We will set off for the heart of Gibbston on a small group half-day tour to visit three cellar doors and journey into the ‘valley of the vines’ to discover these vineyards nestled amongst the spectacular mountain ranges and dramatic river gorges. At the last winery, we will savour a cheeseboard to pair with the wines. We will visit boutique wineries that are off the beaten path. There is no set routine, so every day is an adventure. The choice of the wineries visited will vary each day based on your individual group's dynamics. The overall focus is on high-quality wines and friendly and informative staff. As I am also passionate about photography, I will take photos of the whole experience and will send you all the images by email after the tour, at no additional cost. I offer the tours in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Other things to note A minimum of 3 people is required for this activity to take place. If no others book for the day, we will get in touch with you and full refunds will be made or alternative dates offered.

This is a relaxing, educational and entertaining wine tour visiting 3-4 vineyards, that also embraces history (Māori footprint leading into the Gold Rush 1860's), the whenua/land of our beautiful region and and the beautiful wines of our Central Otago region. If you can't see suitable availability, please send me a message and I'll see what I can do to host you. We depart Queenstown where you will be picked up from your accommodation in the WanaHaka® vehicle from 10:30- 11:00am with the Māori greeting the Hongi establishing the connection with you the guest and the Māori people of New Zealand and the land, then with a 15 minute drive to Gibbston and Lake Hayes where a selection of Pinot Noir, Gris, Sav Blanc and more will be in tasting. The first winery being Mora near Arrowtown, following that we drive via the Gold Rush historic area of Arrowtown and venture a quick stop into the Kawarau bridge where the famous Kawarau AJ Hackett Bungy resides, we then visit the Mt Rosa winery with more beautiful wines and a cheese platter. Moving slowly but surely onto either Wet Jacket or Amsfield before our drive back to Queenstown. Along this tour you will get an insight into the Māori footprint and history from many hundreds of years ago of the beautiful Otago and Queenstown region. In this price all transfers, tastings and food are included.

Your experience at Five Gates Farm gives you the opportunity to relax and unwind in a beautiful coastal setting with stunning views of Mount Arthur and the Kahurangi mountain range. You will learn how we manage our 6 acre small holding to grow sustainable produce, our cut flower garden and care for our animals. Learn the history of our 1890's homestead and how the land has been farmed for generations since the early pioneering days in Aotearoa. Get up close and personal to hand-feed our herd of alpacas in their paddocks, spending time to get to know these amazing animals and learn all about their history, habits and how each of them have their own unique and quirky personalities. On arrival you'll be welcomed by Julie and Paul your hosts and owners of Five Gates Farm, have a safety briefing, then meet the herd. There's some great photo opportunities with stunning views in the background. A tour of the farm will include meeting all the animals at the farm and playing with our three beagles Oscar, Henry and Sam. The experience ends with a soft drink and delicious home-baking from the farm kitchen.

Winemakers from prestigious Central Otago wineries sharing their knowledge and passion for wine and this beautiful region. Experience a jam packed full day of wine tastings, vineyards and wineries in Arrowtown, Gibbston Valley, Cromwell and Bannockburn. Wander the vines and go behind the scenes of some exclusive boutique wineries as I share my passion for how grapes are grown and how wine is made in this in-depth experience. A gourmet lunch is provided in a quaint bistro in the Gibbston Valley (to be paid separately), enjoy great food as you sample local wines. Followed by some very special winery and cellar door tastings. You will get to try over 25 different Central Otago wines during the day. To provide a truly unique and personalized experience I limit my tour to a maximum of 4 people. Operating since the launch of AirBnB Experiences in New Zealand, and only within this domain I promise you an experience like no other. Tours can be tailor made to your preference, winery tours are an optional extra for week day groups. Larger groups can be arranged, please contact your host in advance. Plus you get to hang out with a local for the day. Other things to note Dress for the outdoors, and wear sturdy shoes for the vineyards.

Take a journey with me deep into Middle Earth, and encounter Isengard, Amon Hen, Lothlorien Forest, The Misty Mountains and Ithilien! We will be visiting these locations as we travel from scenic Queenstown, Glenorchy and Paradise, including filming locations from The Hobbit, Wolverine, Chronicles of Narnia. Stories and secrets will be shared by a local with great insight and knowledge into the filming of these movies and also the local areas' rich history and Maori culture. You will experience some of the world’s most spectacular scenery in Mt Aspiring World Heritage Park and along one of the Worlds' most scenic highway, the Glenorchy Road. You will come away with the most breathtaking scenic photos and magical memories. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee and tea, with a light Kiwi style picnic. Take the opportunity to dress up in our Lord of the Rings Costumes, and have a photo shoot with our replica swords in Lothlorien forest. Other things to note: - Tours depart on time so - Please allow yourself enough time to find a carpark (if driving) and getting yourself to the meeting place: 43 CAMP street, Outside the Marmalada Cafe. - Parking can be found at Boundary street for $2 per hour, and on Man street for $4 p/h.

* Please get in touch for private groups bookings(up to 18 people) * Please get in touch if you can't see availability in calendar * 2 people minimum for booking * Every picnic is private and you won't be sharing the experience with someone else Welcome to the ultimate outdoor picnic experience in the heart of Queenstown. Here, you will indulge in a curated selection of local food and beverages while enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty of the region. Queenstown is known for its stunning landscape, with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and crystal-clear lakes. This picnic experience takes full advantage of this by setting you up in the middle of it all, surrounded by the great outdoors. Take in the views, savor the delicious food and drinks, and simply enjoy the moment. But we continue beyond the food and drinks. Taking pictures is a big part of any travel experience, so we include a phone tripod in our picnic setup. It's the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and connect with nature. You will have 2 hours to enjoy the picnic together with classic outdoor games. Smartphone tripod with bluetooth is also available to take some cool photos and videos.

We depart from the Station Building, in the city centre at 1:30 PM. We will set off for the heart of Gibbston on a small group half-day tour to visit three cellar doors and journey into the ‘valley of the vines’ to discover these vineyards nestled amongst the spectacular mountain ranges and dramatic river gorges. At the last winery, we will savour a cheeseboard to pair with the wines. We will visit boutique wineries that are off the beaten path. There is no set routine, so every day is an adventure. The choice of the wineries visited will vary each day based on your individual group's dynamics. The overall focus is on high-quality wines and friendly and informative staff. As I am also passionate about photography, I will take photos of the whole experience and will send you all the images by email after the tour, at no additional cost. I offer the tours in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Other things to note A minimum of 3 people is required for this activity to take place. If no others book for the day, we will get in touch with you and full refunds will be made or alternative dates offered.

Explore the wineries of the Gibbston wine region in a vintage VW Kombi, with your experienced Queenstown host and driver, Chika. Discover the wine-making traditions of Central Otago and savour the views across the Kawarau Gorge during this wine tasting tour. If you love to travel in style and you love wine, then this is the tour for you! Many people love to visit beautiful Queenstown and there are a lot of tours on offer. Why not take a more inexpensive and nostalgic version? Let’s make your wine tour that little bit more unique and memorable. Central Otago is regarded as the NZ home of Pinot Noir. Queenstown scenery, vintage travel and wine combine for an unforgettable day out with friends and loved ones. Check out Instagram for more photos @queenstownkombi

This is a relaxing, educational and entertaining wine tour visiting 3-4 vineyards, that also embraces history (Māori footprint leading into the Gold Rush 1860's), the whenua/land of our beautiful region and and the beautiful wines of our Central Otago region. If you can't see suitable availability, please send me a message and I'll see what I can do to host you. We depart Queenstown where you will be picked up from your accommodation in the WanaHaka® vehicle from 10:30- 11:00am with the Māori greeting the Hongi establishing the connection with you the guest and the Māori people of New Zealand and the land, then with a 15 minute drive to Gibbston and Lake Hayes where a selection of Pinot Noir, Gris, Sav Blanc and more will be in tasting. The first winery being Mora near Arrowtown, following that we drive via the Gold Rush historic area of Arrowtown and venture a quick stop into the Kawarau bridge where the famous Kawarau AJ Hackett Bungy resides, we then visit the Mt Rosa winery with more beautiful wines and a cheese platter. Moving slowly but surely onto either Wet Jacket or Amsfield before our drive back to Queenstown. Along this tour you will get an insight into the Māori footprint and history from many hundreds of years ago of the beautiful Otago and Queenstown region. In this price all transfers, tastings and food are included.

Your experience at Five Gates Farm gives you the opportunity to relax and unwind in a beautiful coastal setting with stunning views of Mount Arthur and the Kahurangi mountain range. You will learn how we manage our 6 acre small holding to grow sustainable produce, our cut flower garden and care for our animals. Learn the history of our 1890's homestead and how the land has been farmed for generations since the early pioneering days in Aotearoa. Get up close and personal to hand-feed our herd of alpacas in their paddocks, spending time to get to know these amazing animals and learn all about their history, habits and how each of them have their own unique and quirky personalities. On arrival you'll be welcomed by Julie and Paul your hosts and owners of Five Gates Farm, have a safety briefing, then meet the herd. There's some great photo opportunities with stunning views in the background. A tour of the farm will include meeting all the animals at the farm and playing with our three beagles Oscar, Henry and Sam. The experience ends with a soft drink and delicious home-baking from the farm kitchen.

This tour is a beautiful way to see and learn about our amazing countryside. It is also perfect for a beginner starting out on their eBike adventures. Pedal assisted Premium eBikes will help you to cover longer distance with ease. We will show you hidden secrets on the trail and tell you the history of the Queenstown area. You will discover local nature and meet its habitats. The magnificent landscape around Queenstown makes Ride to the Lake Guided eBike Tour comfortable for riding and does not require special skills (You should feel confident on a regular bike). It's enough for the experienced rider to keep interested but also great for not-so-experienced riders to push themselves and learn new skills.

A Glenorchy Dawn photography tour. Getting to Glenorchy in time for sunrise as the lighting at dawn is magical, the light is often soft and in pastel in tones which bathes the landscape in a quality of light unobtainable at any other time of day. Then heading back to Queenstown on the famously scenic road from Glenorchy. It's a great tour that not only is is scenic, but you get one-on-one learning in how to take breathtaking photography, while also going out and taking your own amazing landscape photos in this beautiful region. I am a professional photographer with teaching experience, with this being a private tour I can tailor it to your level. Even if you’ve just bought your first camera, I’ll make sure that you’ll go home with impressive images, and the know how on how to use your camera and continue you on your journey as a photographer. Other things to note Weather can vary in Glenorchy, bring clothing for both cold and hot weather, sensible shoes and a hat. Also the sun is strong, it is advisable to wear sunscreen.

Take a ride to the top of Grant Peak, 800 meters above sea level overlooking just about all of the Wakatipu Basin. (it may sound hard but remember you're on a pedal assisted eBike and it has a magic button 'TURBO' that flattens hills). What makes this trail so magical is the spectacular scenery showcasing the very best of Queenstown's natural landscape. This is an exclusive location, you'll only be able to get there with us. Learn about the local European and Maori history, enjoy the country vibe. Ride to the Sky is a great opportunity to challenge yourself and take a first step into Mountain biking, introduction into uphill and downhill on uneven gravel and dirt terrain. The great award on the top is breathtaking view. This ride requires people to have a moderate level of fitness and feel comfortable on gradual downhill. If you are looking for easier Scenic eBiking please look for our 'Ride tour the Lake' tour.

Never experienced busy beehive life in person? Join me to learn all about beekeeping in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand. You will learn about the structure of the hive, different casts of bees, their life cycle. You will not only learn about roles these amazing insects share in the hive but will be able to look inside the hive frame to spot worker bee, drone or the queen. You will learn about amazing products bees produce.

This is a relaxing, educational and entertaining wine tour via visiting 2-3 vineyards, that also embraces history (Māori footprint leading into the Gold Rush 1860's), the whenua/land of our beautiful region and and the beautiful wines of our Central Otago region. If you can't see suitable availability, please send me a message and I'll see what I can do to host you. We depart Wānaka at either 11:00am, with the Māori greeting the Hongi and the importance in establishing the connection with you the guest and the Māori people of New Zealand and the land, then with a 5 minute drive to Rippon Vineyard where the view will take your breath away where a selection of Pinot Noir, Gris, Sav Blanc, Rose and more will be in tasting through the day. The first winery being Rippon or Aitkens Folly, Maude winery or Māori Point vineyard for more tasting our drive back to Wānaka and your accommodation. Along this tour you will get an insight into the Māori footprint and history from many hundreds of years ago of the beautiful Otago region along with combining the wonderful present being the beautiful wines of this region. To give you the authentic New Zealand experience all tastings and transfers are included. There is a minimum of 2 guests per experience required.

We'll meet you at our front gate and escort you along our tree-lined driveway to begin the tour. You'll experience our scenic, 32-acre, off grid, organic and Biodynamic farm-let/accommodation, set in the hill country and native bush of Golden Bay. Meet our very friendly herd of 14 alpacas. We'll take a 20 minute walk & feed & interact with these peaceful and graceful animals. A highlight is when we take the alpacas for a swim. During our walk it's guaranteed you'll also meet our ducks, chickens & our Tibetan Spaniel. 40-60 minutes. We’re happy to show guests how we survive living completely off grid (in comfort) without any access to town water or mains electricity. This will include a short, picturesque walk through pristine native bush, a tour of our vegetable garden & orchard plus an alpaca fleece spinning demonstration. A tour of our unique accommodation options (including a 1952 Bedford house truck) will be available depending on occupancy. We'll also be glad to detail our blueprint to biodiversity which prevents us needing to use harmful chemicals or heavy machinery. 20-40 minutes. Other things to note: Phone reception can be patchy near us due to the hills so it's best to read directions carefully. 'Spark/Skinny' customers are usually fine. When dealing with animals, plans are always subject to change depending on the co-operation of the alpacas on the day.

We'll meet in front of Vogel Street Kitchen (76 Vogel Street). After introductions and a short health and safety briefing, I'll provide some historical context, then lead you on a walk through Dunedin's warehouse precinct. The focus will be on the sensitive redevelopment that has recently transformed this neighbourhood. We'll move through some very funky public, semi-public and private spaces, and hear the backstories of several repurposed buildings. We may even meet some neighbourhood heroes. Other things to note: We must take precautions to limit the spread of COVID19. There is currently no requirement to mask up on the walk, but masks are provided and those who wish to wear them are encouraged to do so. We should maintain a little space from others we meet on the walk, especially in indoor settings. We will always respect New Zealand government advisories on COVID19 or similar challenges.

Join me as start by taking one of the most beautiful road journeys in New Zealand to the Western end of Lake Wakatipu where the stunning backdrop of Mt Aspiring National Park surrounded by snow capped mountains lies before you to explore. The world acclaimed Routeburn Track is where we take a guided hike, the day provides stunning variation in vegetation, birdlife and topography as it climbs 6.5 kms one way, on a moderate fitness trail through gorges and valleys. Walking through ancient Red Beech forest amidst lush ferns lichens and mosses, we follow the turquoise Routeburn River reaching the Flats hut located within a mountain amphitheatre. Time to rest up, soak in the natural beauty and enjoy your picnic lunch listening for native birdsong.

This is a relaxing, educational and entertaining wine tour visiting 3-4 vineyards, that also embraces history (Māori footprint leading into the Gold Rush 1860's), the whenua/land of our beautiful region and and the beautiful wines of our Central Otago region. If you can't see suitable availability, please send me a message and I'll see what I can do to host you. We depart Wānaka with pick up from your Wanaka accommodation at 11:00am in the WanaHaka® vehicle with the Māori greeting the Hongi establishing the connection with you the guest and the Māori people of New Zealand and the land, then with a 5 minute drive to Aitkens Folly, Maude or Rippon where a selection of Pinot Noir, Gris, Sav Blanc and more will be in tasting. The second winery being Māori Point near Tarras, then we visit Mishas winery. Then onto either Mt Difficulty, Wooing Tree or Akarua before our drive back to Wānaka. Along this tour you will get a insight into the Māori footprint and history from many hundreds of years ago of the beautiful Otago region and the Queenstown and Wanaka region. We aim to get back to your accommodation about 4pm, but to be honest the experiences always go over time because we have so much fun! See the reviews :) In this price all transfers, tastings and food are included.