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Small Group, Award Winning Full Day Milford Sound Experience
Activity duration is 13 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Adventure & outdoor
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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
Activity duration is 4 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Private & custom tours
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Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.
Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
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Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown
Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Water activities
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Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown
Activity duration is 25 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
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Milford Sound
5/5(1 review)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.

Mount Cook National Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mount Cook National Park, a lovely green space in Mount Cook. Discover the spas in this quaint area, or seek out its hiking trails.
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