Queenstown · GLENORCHY & PARADISE VALLEY TOURS
Forty-five minutes up the lake road the valley opens into braided rivers and beech forest. These 15 cover the jet boats, the horse treks and the film-location runs, priced and clear about how much of it is driving.
Review of the Dart River jet boat tour from Queenstown, with Glenorchy scenery, Mt Aspiring National Park, practical tips, and value advice.
“John our captain was incredible I felt safe and the scenery was dramatic. Such a cool experience on the river”
Follow Middle Earth from Queenstown to Glenorchy, with film locations, mountain scenery, costumes, replica swords, and a small group.
“Nice excursion! The road to Glenorchy was amazing! The views on the mountain and the lake 😍. The guide was friendly and tried to communicate his passion for LOTR. Tea and cookies for breakfast and costumes of LOTR to take pictures.”
Explore Glenorchy and Paradise from Queenstown on a small-group scenic tour with Māori stories, film sites, photo stops, and tea.
“This was one of the best tours I have ever been on. Shanty, our guide was exceptional. If you are interested in seeing Glenorchy and Paradise, make a special request to have Shanty as your tour guide. She's awesome!!!”
Ride the Dart River by jet boat and funyak through Mt Aspiring National Park, with mountain scenery, lunch, guides, and Queenstown transport.
“What an experience. The day started with fast fun on the jet boat before getting to surround ourselves in the beautiful NZ landscape. The paddle into the chasm was my favourite NZ experience - hidden gem.”
Explore Glenorchy, Paradise, Mt Aspiring National Park, and Lord of the Rings sites on a scenic half-day trip from Queenstown.
“It was great! Wonderful scenery, Beth was a very professional, welcoming and knowledgeable guide, interesting itinerary, a scrumptious and generous morning tea, fun with the opportunity to dress up in LOTR outfits and the weather was kind to us.”
Explore Glenorchy and Paradise by 4WD on a Lord of the Rings tour from Queenstown, with film sites, mountain views, local stories, and refreshments.
“Best experience , and wonderful view , its a must tour if you are a fan of middle earth, very spectacular view,”
Ride the Dart River by jet boat and Funyak, with lunch, gear, guides, and a scenic Glenorchy and Paradise Valley transfer from Queenstown.
“It was a really amazing trip into a stunning landscape. Very well organized and great Guides. Even the lunch was good. Definitely a recommondation from me.”
Ride the glacier-fed Dart River from Glenorchy, with Maori stories, film locations, mountain views, and optional Queenstown transport.
“It was spectacular in every way - we didn’t want it to end.”
Ride from Queenstown to Glenorchy for mountain views, Maori stories, local history, short walks, and 1.5 hours of free time.
“One of my most favourite tours I’ve ever been on. We loved every moment the views, the drive, and the stops along the way. It was such a beautiful and memorable experience. Dave was an awesome tour guide friendly, knowledgeable, and great company throughout the day. We honestly didn’t want the tour to end, but as they say, all good things come to an end. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Queenstown. You’ll truly enjoy the experience and Dave’s company.”
Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound for mountain and fjord views, three short walks, and up to two hours exploring this remarkable corner of Fiordland.
“This was a truly incredible experience. Jim was an amazing pilot and made the flight a ton of fun!!!”
See Glenorchy’s lake views, lookout points, lagoon walk, and historic waterfront on an affordable half-day trip from Queenstown.
“Very nice experience, our driver was really friendly and funny (I think his name is Dave) The overall experience was 10/10. Highly recommend!”
Fly from Queenstown to Aoraki Mount Cook, hike the Hooker Valley Track, and return by air on an eight-hour scenic New Zealand adventure.
“James was our pilot and ZK-KDK was our plane! Weather was fantastic. It was a great day! Smooth plane ❤️❤️❤️!”
Explore Lord of the Rings filming sites from Queenstown to Glenorchy by 4WD, with movie props, mountain views, and a local guide.
“Tour guide was lovely. Just lots of driving with little unique info in LOTR stuff.”
Photograph Lake Wakatipu and Glenorchy with guide Glen Howey, learning camera skills among film locations, forests, mountains, and clear rivers.
“It's my second photography tour with Glen Howey in a row. The day before, we took some astonishing pictures around Queenstown and Arrowtown areas. This time we were heading to Glenorchy. The weather on this day was like that on mRead more”
Hike the Routeburn Track from Queenstown with a guide, lunch, snacks, hotel pickup, alpine views, waterfalls, and a 22-kilometre challenge.
“Well experienced guide, friendly group of people, breathtaking view, amazing experience for beginner”
Pick a boat, a rotor, a track or a cellar door.
