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Must Do Activities In New Zealand

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New Zealand Means a lot to us. Gene is from New Zealand. And Amy has travelled to NZ every year, sometimes twice a year since 2011. Here are some of the activities that we'd recommend. If you'd like to the activities check out our Youtube Channel youtube.com/@blockpartyadventures
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Queenstown

 
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We've been here twice. It's the perfect place to soak in a private setting and get the best views. Complimentary refreshments are also provided as well as a free shuttle to and from Queenstown town which is really convenient.
Queenstown Onsen Hot Pools Experience - Klook Australia
 
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We've been on the Earnslaw several times. It's one of my fav activities to do when we come to Queenstown. If you get the opportunity get off at Walter Peak, its so beautiful.
TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise - Klook Australia
 
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There are so many different jet boat companies in Queenstown - find out which ones is best for you
RealNZ Jet Boat Experience in Queenstown, New Zealand - Klook Australia
 
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This is the most popular Jet boar ride in Queenstown
Shotover Jet Boat Ride - Klook Australia
 
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This was really fun to get photos and content in
Minus 5º Ice Bar Antarctic Experience - Klook Australia
 
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We loved doing this zipline. You can't beat that view!
Moa 4-Zipline Experience in Queenstown - Klook Australia
 
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If you want to see Kiwis here's your chance. I did this, it was good not my fav because I'm not a big bird person but if you love birds this is for you. (If you're scared of birds its all birds)
Kiwi Park Queenstown Admission Ticket - Klook Australia
 
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If you're not able to drive a guided tour is perfect
The Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour from Queenstown - Klook Australia
 
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Quad biking is in NZ is on our bucket list
Queenstown Quad Bike Adventure - Klook Australia
 
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I've done this - its hilarious, such a fun experience, only thing to note is the seats are not comfortable and if you have a bad back it might hurt
Hydro Attack Shark Boat Ride in Queenstown - Klook Australia
 
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This was an interesting experience - not my fav. I got a ticket on sale and so I checked it out
Time Tripper Queenstown Virtual Journey - Klook Australia
 
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This view is undeniably exceptional - only thing is, its the shortest zipline I've ever experienced
Kawarau Zipride - Klook Australia
 
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If Bungy Jumping is your thing (it is not mine but lots of my friends have) this is the highest in NZ
The Nevis Swing - Klook Australia
 
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This rates in my top 5 adventure experiences!
Milford Sound Fly-cruise-fly From Queenstown in Queenstown - Klook Australia
 
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If Nevis is too high for you
Kawarau Bridge Bungy - Klook Australia
 
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Skiiing in NZ is so much cheaper than NSW!
Coronet Peak Ski Pass & Transport Packages - Klook Australia
 
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I haven't had a chance to do this one yet but such a fan of visiting Edoras
Lord of the Rings Edoras Guided Day Tour from Christchurch - Klook Australia
 
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Moke Lake is stunning, there's also a loop track if you want to hike around it. Its close to Queenstown
Moke Lake Kayaking Experience - Klook Australia

Lake Tekapo

 
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If you want to meet the cutest animals check out this zoo
Petting Zoo in Lake Tekapo - Klook Australia
 
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For anyone who likes fishing this is such a beautiful location
Guided Fishing in Lake Tekapo - Klook Australia
 
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If you don't have a car yourself definitely take a tour to Mt Cook, its an absolute must do!
Mt Cook Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch (Small Group,) - Klook Australia
 
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You couldn't ask for a more stunning location
Lake Tekapo 4WD Tours in Mount Hay - Klook Australia

Rotorua

 
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This is on our bucket list to do. We've done Queenstown and Glenorchy and this looks incredible
Canopy Tour Zipline Forest Adventure in Rotorua - Klook Australia
 
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I have been to Hobbiton 4 times. 3 Times during the day for the day tour and once at night for the banquet. I am such a big LOTR fan and will continue to go back its beyond incredible
Hobbiton Guided Day Tour - Klook Australia
 
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This is a classic Rotorua adventure
ZORB Inflatable Ball Adventure in Rotorua - Klook Australia
 
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I've done White water rafting in Tongariro and would be keen to do this one too
White Water Rafting on the Kaituna River - Klook Australia
 
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This was a very random experience in Rotorua
Rotorua Mini Golf with Rabbits - Klook Australia

Milford Sound

 
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I've been to Milford Sound many time and haven't yet got to Doubtful Sound and it looks breathtaking
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise Tour from Queenstown, New Zealand - Klook Australia
 
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Def take a cruise to Milford Sound. I've done 3 different ones. They've all been incredible
Discover More Cruise Southern Discoveries in Milford Sound - Klook Australia
 
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Another flight option to see Milford Sound
Milford Sound Scenic Flyover from Queenstown - Klook Australia

Glenorchy

 
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I did this experience combined with Funyak. It is in my top 5 adventures I've done in my life! Couldn't recommend more!
Dart River Wilderness Adventure, Glenorchy - Klook Australia
 
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I did this experience combined with the Dart River Jet Boat. It is in my top 5 adventures I've done in my life! Couldn't recommend more!
Glenorchy Dart River Funyak - Klook Australia
 
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This is hands down the best Zipline experience we've ever done. The fact that multiple lines take you down rivers and over waterfalls is incredible!
Paradise Ziplines Adventure Tour - Klook Australia

Mt Cook

 
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Id' recommend hiring a car to drive yourself to MT Cook but if you can't def take a tour. Mt Cook is not to be missed!
Mount Cook Day Tour between Queenstown and Christchurch - Klook Australia

Lord of the Rings

 
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LOTR tour in Queenstown
Trails of Middle Earth - Klook Australia
 
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Glenorchy is paradise and any tour there is exceptional
Glenorchy Lord of The Rings Tour - Klook Australia
 
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Full LOTR tour
The Lord of the Rings Full Day Tour from Queenstown - Klook Australia
 
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I've been to Hobbiton 3 times and done one of the night tours. I will continue to go any chance I get
Hobbiton Guided Day Tour - Klook Australia
 
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Absolutely recommend! They even could cater for my allergies
Hobbiton Movie Set Banquet Tour Guided Tour - Klook Australia