Canterbury Eco and Nature Tours, New Zealand
KAIKOURA KAYAKS - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura The Kaikoura coast is home to an abundance of marine life and sea birds. There is no better way to explore this fascinating environment than to paddle your own sea kayak on a safe, guided tour with us. No experience or swimming ability..(more) |
KAIKOURA WILDERNESS WALKS - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Take a walk on the wild side and experience a wilderness walk of a lifetime. This is walking at its very best. An extraordinary journey of discovery. Guests will enjoy spectacular vistas of untouched wilderness, beautiful accommodation at Shearwater Lodge set in an outstanding location, wonderful local cuisine and Kiwi hospitality at its very..(more) |
MAORI TOURS - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Prepare to be entertained and enlightened when you join our family for a half-day tour, full of the spirit of age old knowledge, yet entirely of today. Visit our special places for storytelling; explore bush walkways to discover traditional plant uses, try weaving and much more. Gain deep understanding of Maori spirituality and connections with..(more) |
POHATU PENGUINS - Akaroa, Banks PeninsulaLocation: Canterbury Pohatu is the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand. 4WD safaris enable you to visit this remote and beautiful area, meet the local experts and learn of conservation and day-to-day life of white-flippered penguins within the large Pohatu Colony. Sea kayaking safaris give great wildlife viewing opportunities and allow the adventurous to explore..(more) |
SCENIC PACIFIC TOURS - Mt Cook, CanterburyLocation: Canterbury - Mt Cook Comprehensive spectacular tours that feature Mount Cook, Australasia's highest peak at 3,754 metres, surrounded by 200 square kilometres of alpine beauty featuring 12 glaciers. Take an overnight tour to the Mt Cook National Park. Other tours of Christchurch, Queenstown, Mt Cook, Milford Sound, West Coast Glaciers, Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Waitomo Caves and the Bay of..(more) |
SEAL SWIM KAIKOURA - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Snorkelling with wild fur seals, in the shallow waters of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula, is truly a unique experience. It's one of those simple nature experiences that opens your mind to the sheer magnificence of our natural environment and its inhabitants. A breath-taking nature activity. You won't believe how curious, friendly and playful seals can..(more) |
THE INSIDE STORY - ChristchurchLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura For travellers looking for a professional, good-humoured guide who makes intelligent conversation, and with skill provides engaging and accurate information about New Zealand's nature, human history and culture. South Island multi-day tours are designed and tailored for private groups from 1 to 11 passengers, and accommodation is carefully selected to meet your needs and..(more) |
AKAROA FOX II SAILING AND WILDLIFE TOURS - AkaroaLocation: Canterbury Sail with dolphins on New Zealand's oldest ketch—Fox II. See penguins, seals, albatross, and other sea birds. A real sailing experience; as crew, or just relax. Quiet, eco-friendly green boat, two masts, six red sails. Food, refreshments, complimentary coffee/tea. Three hours, departing 10:30 am and 1:30 pm from Daly's Wharf, Akaroa late Dec-May. Satisfaction guaranteed!..(more) |
ALBATROSS ENCOUNTER - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Kaikoura has the greatest number of different seabirds in a small area. View these birds in their natural environment. Birds include albatross, petrels, shearwaters, terns, shags and gulls. Experience the sensation of getting close to the mighty albatross, one of the world's largest flight..(more) |
ALPINE JET - SpringfieldLocation: Canterbury - Springfield and Great Alpine Highway Alpine Jet will take you deep into the foothills of the Southern Alps through the breathtaking Waimakariri River canyon. We are situated only 50 minutes from Christchurch Airport. Breathtaking views, excellent mixture of scenery and excitement, our safari tour option doubles as an eco-experience with magnificent scenery, native bush and..(more) |
BLACK CAT CRUISES - Christchurch and AkaroaLocation: Canterbury The beautiful harbour of Akaroa near Christchurch is home to the rare, playful Hector's Dolphin. Join our two-hour nature cruise where we guarantee you will see dolphins or come again another day for FREE, you will also see fur seals, penguins and other marine birdlife. Swimming with dolphins is available in Akaroa Harbour. Winner of..(more) |
DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Dolphin watching and swimming in Kaikoura. Get wonderful views of the spectacular and acrobatic dusky dolphins from one of our boats. See the dolphins in their natural environment with the option to swim amongst these friendly creatures. Swimming with the dolphins is an experience of a..(more) |
JET THRILLS - ChristchurchLocation: Canterbury - Kaiapoi Close to Christchurch hotels and airport, Jet Thrills is a thrill seekers ride on the Waimakariri River. This stunning river comes to life when you take a jet boat ride with Jet Thrills. Share the guides passion for jet boating and New Zealand rivers. A must do when in..(more) |