Queenstown · SAFARI

3 Off-Road Safaris in Queenstown to Build a Day Around

3 tours  ·  from $97 a head

Good off-road safaris fill up weeks ahead down here and the great ones go first. Below: the 3 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

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Wild Hills Off Road Safari

1.Wild Hills Off Road Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $204Our pick

Ride private mountain roads above Wānaka on a small-group 4WD safari with alpine walks, red deer, coffee, and Southern Alps views.

“Wonderful day. Great climb up the mountain, plenty of wildlife, good information about the area and a relaxing cup of coffee at the top.”

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Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option - Meeting in Glenorchy and getting ready on the beach
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Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

2.Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $96Best value

Kayak Lake Wakatipu to private Pigeon Island sanctuary, spot weka, enjoy Southern Alps views, and share cake and hot Raro on this 4.5-hour tour.

“Fantastic kayaking experience with Glenorchy Island Safari. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and made everyone feel safe. Stunning scenery, calm waters, plus a lovely break with hot Raro drink and fruit cake. Very well organised and truly unforgettable.”

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Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown - A calm start on the secluded beach
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Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

3.Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $114

Kayak from Queenstown to Pigeon Island, a private bird sanctuary on Lake Wakatipu, with mountain views, tea, and a short island walk.

“Amazing views and the host was great, the car ride to glenorchy was a good opportunity to see more of Queenstowns scenery and the kayaking was easy to pick up!”

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