Queenstown · GUIDED
The 15 best guided tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Cruise Lake Te Anau, walk through rushing limestone caves, and drift beneath hundreds of New Zealand glowworms on this 135-minute tour.
“Amazing! So glad we did this. Alex was s fantastic guide.”
Review of Altitude Tours’ 12-hour Mount Cook trip from Queenstown, with Lindis Pass, Lake Pukaki, guided commentary, hikes, and practical tips.
“Loved everything about this day.. Our guide and driver , Ana, was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and organised which made the whole day run smoothly. We decided to do the helicopter ride at Mt Cook and wow, what an experience! Friendly ground staff and pilots made the experience of flying around the mountains and landing in the snow for photos an experience never to forget! Would recommend this tour to anyone!”
Queenstown buggy tour review covering mountain views, muddy tracks, safety, pricing, age rules, gear, and practical booking tips.
“Best thing I've done in Queenstown, an absolute must for all ages. The team were great and made sure we all had fun.”
Climb above Queenstown by quality e-bike, ride private trails, and take in 360-degree views of the Wakatipu Basin with a local guide.
“An amazing ride! The views were incredible all of the way up the hill. Shay, our guide, was brilliant, leading us safely and at a sensible pace up and down the hill and giving us lots of tips to cope with the terrain. The route wasn’t too difficult bRead more”
Cruise Lake Te Anau aboard historic yacht Faith, enjoy afternoon tea, and take a guided forest walk to a mirror lake in Fiordland.
“We had the best time on the Yacht with Adam and Co. We had an infant with us and they were very friendly, accommodating and welcoming. It was the best tour that we had booked this trip, really worth going on small owner opRead more”
Cruise Lake Te Anau aboard 1935 yacht Faith, walk to a Hidden Lake, and enjoy canapés, drinks, and quiet Fiordland scenery.
“Oh my goodness, this was one of the top highlights of our three week trip to New Zealand. From the moment we boarded Faith and met Meghan and Adam, as well as Meghan’s daughters Jodi and Paige, we were comfortable and blown away by their hospitality, knowledge and welcoming personalities. There were only eight of us on the cruise, making for an intimate experience. The hike once we crossed the lake was educational and beautiful. The drinks and food they served were fabulous. They even enlisted several of us to help with the ropes and sails. Upon hearing the history of Faith, I felt like we became part of her…”
Cycle Gibbston Valley’s river trail at your own pace, stopping for wine, food, alpine views, suspension bridges, and the Kawarau bungy site.
“Am amazing day of scenery, adventure, thrills, wine and food. An absolute must to do when coming to Queenstown. Everything was made very easy and was so much fun!”
Glide through Queenstown Gardens and along Lake Wakatipu on a small-group Segway tour with mountain views, training, and local insight.
“With only a short time in Queenstown, it was a great way to get around and see the sights of the town … and Segways are so much fun!!! Had a great time.”
Travel from Te Anau to Milford Sound in a private vehicle, with scenic Fiordland stops, personal guiding, and a two-hour Cruise Milford voyage.
“We had a great time exploring Milford sound. If you don't have a car or would like to just be a passenger to see everything in a nice car then I would recommend this tour.”
Review of Queenstown’s half-day tour with Arrowtown, bungy views, wine and cheese tasting, scenic stops, and a Lake Wakatipu cruise.
“Allegra was our tour guide and we had a fabulous time learning all about Queenstown. Fun and informative”
Ride from Arrowtown through river gorges and suspension bridges to Gibbston Wine Valley on a self-guided bike tour from Queenstown.
“It was a great ride, extremely picturesque and fun to do with our Adult kids! We could’ve had an extra hour or two to enjoy the other wineries.”
Cruise Lake Te Anau aboard a restored historic yacht, walk to the Hidden Lakes, enjoy tea, and sail through Fiordland with a small crew.
“The crew greeted us on the pier and welcomed us aboard. For the next 3 hours they saw to our every need/want and handled the yacht expertly. They were wonderful to share time and stories with, so knowledgable and so engaging Scenery is unsurpassed and the experience wad an absolute highlight. A treasure to be sure!”
Walk the Milford Track to Giant Gate Waterfall, then cruise Milford Sound by small boat with guides, wildlife views, and practical planning advice.
“Ben was a wonderful guide, very insightful and helpful. Learnt about the region and wouldn’t have been able to appreciate it as much as we did without his knowledge. Thanks for a fabulous day!! Highly recommend!!”
Ride Queenstown’s lakeshore by e-bike through rivers, farmland, native bush, and Kelvin Heights with a small local guide team.
“I would highly recommend the tour, especially if there are people in your group without mountain biking experience. The paths are unpaved but relatively level, and the e-bikes made it easy to get up all the hills. We were able to cover a large aRead more”
Cruise Lake Wanaka to Mou Waho Island for a guided nature walk, rare buff weka sightings, an alpine lake, and sweeping mountain views.
“Thank you Tim for the knowledgeable, insightful and awesome Mou Waho experience you provided us. We learned a lot about this unique and magnificent island with rich history and marvelous nature richness. We enjoyed the cruise on Lake Wanaka with astonishing views and breathtaking natural colors. We will certainly book a cruise+nature walk with you again when we shall return to NZ South Island and Wanaka. Alexandros+Artemis+Maria Elena”
Pick a boat, a rotor, a track or a cellar door.
