Active New Zealand

New Zealand’s breathtaking panorama of turquoise lakes, lush forest, sparkling coastline and snow-capped mountains adds an unforgettable dimension to NZ outdoor activities of every description.

It’s no surprise that New Zealand is such a popular destination – visitors have such a variety of fantastic NZ activities to choose from, ranging from sightseeing by land, air and sea to the biggest adrenaline rush of all – skydiving.

Even if you’re only on a short visit, take advantage of the many wonderful New Zealand activities on offer. Try mountain biking in a pristine forest, heli-skiing on a glacier or go white-water rafting and jet boating on one of New Zealand’s rivers. You can choose from adrenaline-pumping activities such as NZ bungy jumping and relaxing options like horse trekking; and you can join in adventures by land, air or water.

An excellent way to choose quality New Zealand activity operators is by looking for the Qualmark. Activity operators that carry the Qualmark as an Endorsed Visitor Activity have met quality standards in safety, facilities, equipment and customer service, so you can be assured that you will enjoy a positive experience. 

Adrenaline-pumping Activities

New Zealand (and especially Queenstown) is dubbed the adventure capital of the world for a reason. Commercial bungy jumping was invented here, as well as the New Zealand adrenaline rush of Zorbing. You can experience NZ bungy jumping, skydiving and more all over the country. 

Land Activities

Whether you’re after an adventure such as mountaineering, caving or a New Zealand 4WD trip, whether you came to enjoy the New Zealand snow with skiing and snowboarding, or whether you’re looking for a relaxing walk or horse trekking tour – New Zealand offers something for every taste. 

Air Activities

Discover stunning New Zealand landscapes including rugged mountains, island mazes and glaciers from a fixed-wing plane or helicopter on a New Zealand flight-seeing adventure! For something more relaxed, choose gliding or a New Zealand hot air balloon flight. 

Water Activities

In New Zealand you’re never far from the water and there are a myriad of ways to explore New Zealand’s lakes, rivers and coastline. Go out boating, try a NZ white-water adventure and relax during a day’s fishing or a cruise. New Zealand surfing is great too, and you’ll find magnificent diving and snorkelling locations. 

Culture, Nature and Relaxation

New Zealand has a fascinating culture and there are numerous ways to experience NZ culture. Go for a Maori cultural experience or browse New Zealand museums and galleries. No New Zealand holiday is complete without experiencing New Zealand’s natural treasures. Wildlife encounters such as whale watching, swimming with dolphins, bird watching and kiwi encounters are just some activities on offer. Finally, take a rest from sightseeing and adventures and spoil yourself in one of New Zealand’s geothermal hot pool complexes, spas and retreats.