10 Walking Tours in Otago Region That You Shouldn't Miss

Waterfalls, deserted beaches, coastal rainforest, and rare wildlife can all be found in the Catlins. Explore this remote part of the South Island on a private day trip from Dunedin. You'll learn about early Maori inhabitants and European settlers from your personal guide, who has a Department of Conservation (DOC) concession with access to unforgettable places.

Inclusions: Gratuities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), National Park fees, Light refreshments, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch

After being picked up from your hotel in Queenstown, you will take one of the most beautiful road journeys in New Zealand to the Western end of Lake Wakatipu, led by a knowledgeable local guide.The world-renowned Routeburn Track provides stunning variation in vegetation, bird species, and topography as it climbs 6.5 kilometers one way, on a moderate fitness trail through gorges and valleys. This is small group tour with a maximum of 6 people that you will be spending the 7 hour day with. Your lunch sandwich, wrap or bread roll is an additional cost, afternoon tea / coffee fruit and cookies are included.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), National Park fees, Afternoon tea & cookies, Fresh fruit, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Lunch is not included, a stop is made at a local bakery for you to select a bread roll, wrap or salad.

Combining our spectacular backcountry 4WD safari with Eco Wanaka Adventures' Lake Cruise and Island Walk - the Wanaka Nature Encounter offers the opportunity to experience the best of Wanaka's natural beauty -all within a day. Enjoy a morning boat cruise to an island nature reserve, a private audience with rare native birds and a guided walk to view a lake on top of an island!! Enjoy an hour lunch break at one of Wanaka's many cafes (guests expense) before embarking on an exclusive 4WD adventure exploring some of New Zealand's most spectacular backcountry covering terrain most locals have never seen. Breathtaking views of the Southern Alps whilst exploring private farm roads. See Red Deer, sheep, Angus Cattle up close and grazing in their natural environment. Maximum group size is 12 travelers.

Inclusions: Morning and Afternoon tea, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide

Exclusions: Lunch

Cruise to unique Mou Waho Island for a guided eco walk to a natural glacial lake on top of the island . Once aboard our luxury catamaran, guests can relax in comfort and enjoy a 1 hour cruise among spectacular mountain scenery followed by a guided walk to the island summit and outstanding photo opportunities.

Inclusions: Cruise and guided Island walk, All taxes, fees and handling charges, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Department of Conservation Park fees, Local guide, Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Whether you live here or are visiting we have found the best places to photograph our dark skies. We also know how to plan positioning with the moon and weather. The darkest skies are around the new moon. But also we think we take some stunning images when the moon is full as a lunar portrait. Moonlight rocks! These long winter nights in NZ Wintertime coincide with Matariki or the Maori New Year. Come along with us this Winter 2019 and find out more of navigation using the stars, constellations and how to find the Matariki stars. At the very least we can show you the galactic Kiwi! We shoot your portrait with the galactic core as a backdrop while explaining the southern skies.

Inclusions: Hot chocolate & brownie, WiFi on board, PhotographyProfessional photographs - supplied digitally, a small selection within 24...

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Dunedin is a great wee city and is best explored on foot. New Zealand's largest city 1865-1889, and a university town, Dunedin boasts some picturesque streetscapes and standout Victorian buildings. This small-group tour is fun and interesting - and a great introduction to Dunedin. See the reviews of our walks!

Inclusions: In-person guide

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Do you want to show your landscape photos to your friends without boring them? Are you reluctant to switch your camera from “automatic” to the more creative “manual" mode? Yoann, a Kiwi/French tour guide and photographer who has lived in Dunedin for over 18 years, will guide you on a private day of discovery of nature photography in Dunedin, the Nature capital of New Zealand! This private workshop is ideal if you are just starting out in photography, if you are newly equipped, or if you want to consolidate your experience with a professional photographer. This workshop is run in a relaxed atmosphere in Dunedin and on the beautiful Otago Peninsula. You will learn: -What gear to use -Composition: Rule of Thirds, leading lines, breaking the rules -Magic trio: Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO -How to use the depth of field and play with the light -How to free yourself from the “auto mode” -Overview of post-processing and Macrophotography -How to correctly expose an image -Long exposure

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Private transportation, One A4 Fine Art print from Yoann’s collection

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This small group day trip includes a stunning boutique Milford Sound cruise with TripAdvisors No. 1 rated cruise provider and an amazing scenic flight back to Queenstown. Highlights: •Milford Sound Cruise with Cruise Milford •Scenic return flight with Glenorchy Air •Fiordland National Park •Lake Te Anau, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Hollyford River, Homer Tunnel & Mitre Peak •Wildlife Spotting Our tours are led by our passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses that are packed with extras, ensuring your comfort and safety. While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.

Inclusions: Cruise Entry, Scenic Flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown , Small Group and Fully Guided Tour, Bottled water, Snacks, Picnic Lunch

Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages (available to purchase), Gratuities

This is the traveller experience of the future. By utilising an electric vehicle to climb the 300 metres (1,000 feet) to Orokonui Ecosanctuary you are contributing to our sustainable future. And with a experienced guide and science communicator with you from start to finish you will appreciate the effort that ordinary New Zealanders are making to ensure that the birdlife of our past has a safe and secure future. Our sustainable future begins now.

Inclusions: After the walk relax with a dish from Horopito Cafe within the Ecosanctuary Visitor Centre. Plus a hot or cool drink., Binoculars

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Half day tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. This photographic tour is an enjoyable outdoor adventure combined with insightful guidance on maximising the use of your camera. You will learn life long skills on the fine art of landscape photography from an award-winning photographer, while discovering some unforgettable locations. You will learn how to take beautiful landscape images using your own equipment. I also have a few special locations up my sleeve that have magical views. Glenorchy is surrounded by magical snow-capped mountains, stunning lakes and rivers, ancient beech forests. And at the edge of Mount Aspiring and Fiordland national parks, the frontier town of Glenorchy has provided the backdrop for many films, including The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. Also the drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy is one of the world’s greatest drives, following along the Wakatipu Lake. You will get to enjoy the whole journey as your guide looks after the driving.

Inclusions: Tripod is available on request., Hotel pickup and drop-off, Experienced Photographer, Snacks

Exclusions: Camera with a fully charged battery.