Tours & Experiences in New Zealand
New Zealand is made for experiences — wildlife and dolphin cruises, Māori cultural journeys, guided nature tours and unforgettable family adventures. These are the outings that capture the magic of Aotearoa for kids, from getting close to native wildlife to exploring with a knowledgeable local guide. Find the best family tours and experiences with ratings and photos.
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Tours & Experiences across New Zealand
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Port to Port Cruises and Wildlife Tours
📍 Dunedin, Otago South
Otago harbour wildlife cruises, harbour ferry, and bike-loop ferry from Port Chalmers.
Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours
📍 Dunedin, Otago South
Otago Peninsula wildlife cruises with albatross, seals and penguins.
Elm Wildlife Tours
📍 Dunedin, Otago South
Full-day Otago Peninsula wildlife tour with penguins and albatross.
Bay Explorer - Dolphin and Wildlife Cruises
📍 Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Half-day wildlife cruises with dolphins, sharks and humpback whales.
Orca Wild Adventures | Dolphin Swims
📍 Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Full-day dolphin swims with snorkelling at Mayor Island and BBQ lunch.
Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari
📍 Auckland CBD, Auckland
Hauraki Gulf marine safari with University of Auckland research link.
Dolphin Seafaris NZ Ltd
📍 Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Dolphin watch and swim cruises from Tauranga Bridge Marina
BACK TO NATURE TOURS
📍 Central Dunedin, Otago South
Small-group wildlife and scenic tours of the Otago Peninsula from Dunedin
Wētā Workshop Experiences
📍 Miramar, Wellington
Behind-the-scenes film-effects tour with interactive foil workshop.
International Antarctic Centre
📍 Christchurch Airport, Canterbury
Little Blue penguins, Hägglunds ride, and storm simulator in Christchurch
Dolphin Blue
📍 Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Marine wildlife tours — swim with dolphins in Bay of Plenty waters.