Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in New Zealand (Updated 2026)

Arriving at Auckland Airport early morning or late at night? Skip the hassle and start your journey with a smooth, private airport transfer designed for...
$60

Experience the thrill of whale watching from the sky with Wings Over Whales! This unique activity offers unparalleled views of the resident sperm whales, the...
$152

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...
$398

Indulge in a bird's eye view of Queenstown and her surrounding mountains. Alpine landing our pilot will choose the best location on the day. Experience...
$232

*** We run ALL these tours to fit with cruise ships arrival & sailing times**** This half-day Tauranga Highlights Tour is designed especially for cruise...
$67

Not only do we have the right bikes for the trail, but we can get you there in comfort with one of our new shuttles...
$51

Guided eBike Tour 'Ride to the Sky'
Ride to the Sky is a flagship tour through exclusive locations on specially built eBike track. Ride on premium Full suspension e-bike (pedal assisted) to...
$140

Lake Cruise and Mou Waho Island Nature Walk • A “must see” in Wanaka, take a 30 minute cruise to the remote, predator free Mou...
$163

Our combo offers your access to our Iconic Village Guided Tour learning of our rich history, traditions and how our people utilise the geothermal that...
$50

Adventurous Zipline Tour in Coromandel
Coromandel Zipline Tours is a fully charitable company with all the profits from your tour going towards restoring and preserving New Zealand’s native forests and...
$84

Bay Combo Tour - 60 mins (min 2)
Have awesome thrills on a V8 350 Chev Trike with a 60 minute tour from Paihia. For those that love adrenaline, experience the sense of...
$135

Phantom Sailing Bay of Islands
We only take 10 guests and offer a unique personal experience with 20 years taking guests on our beautiful live-aboard yacht and we still love...
$112

Join our Best Wine Tour group with Best tour guide to explore a huge variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon. Visit 4 different...
$106

Combining two of Queenstown's most iconic activities, this trip is second to none! Starting on the Queenstown Jet Boat, you'll get to experience those famous...
$188

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Journey from Wellington to Wētā Workshop—and back again—in our dedicated shuttle. With daily tours departing from Wakefield Street in the city centre, we invite you...
$60

Cruise across lake Te Anau discover untouched wilderness and timeless heritage. Set out across the fresh waters of Lake Te Anau and journey toward the...
$95

Spend quality time with one of the world's most exotic animals. You trek with your own llama, who walks on a lead, at your side,...
$126

Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound from Queenstown. Modern comforts such as...
$228

One of Taupō’s best kept secrets… the sheer beauty and tranquillity found on the crystal-clear waters of the Waikato River will take your breath away....
$52

Discover the Bay of Islands, and take a scenic boat cruise through the 144 subtropical islands. Visit the famous "Hole in the Rock" and Cape...
$83

Marvel at some of New Zealand’s most amazing scenery on this once-in-a-lifetime 30-minute helicopter flight over the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Enjoy panoramic views...
$291

