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Top Activities in Queenstown

The adrenaline capital of New Zealand will keep you busy have no doubt! It's where the bungy jump was invented and home to many more daredevil activities.
AJ Hackett Nevis Bungy
Highest bungy in NZ
AJ Hackett Nevis Bungy (Bungy)
Set an epic 134m above the stark beauty of the Nevis River - this is the highest Bungy in New Zealand. You'll be in safe hands as this bungy is run by the masters of modern day bungy - AJ Hackett
  • 3rd highest bungee in the WORLD
  • 8.5 seconds of freefall
JUCY Cruise Milford Sound
Pick up locations from Queenstown & Te Anau
JUCY Cruise Milford Sound (Cruises, Sailing & Parasailing)
Sit back & relax on a modern, uncrowded boat while they cruise the Milford Sounds & spoil you with unlimited, close-up viewing of waterfalls, wildlife and rain forests.
  • Milford Sound with JUCY Cruise from $55
  • JUCY Cruise day trips from Queenstown $119
Shotover Jet
Shotover Jet
The world-famous Queenstown jet boat ride, Shotover Jet is the ultimate in water sports excitement.
Jet Boating
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Coronet Peak
Coronet Peak
Located just 20 mins from Queenstown. Coronet Peak offers amazing facilities and great terrain.
Ski & Snowboard
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Dart Stables
Dart Stables
Over 60 horses of various breeds, knowledgable and enthusiastic guides and a wealth of experience.
Horse Riding
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AJ Hackett Kawarau Bridge
AJ Hackett Kawarau Bridge
The World's first commercially operated Bungy Jumping Site, off the historic Kawarau Bridge.
Bungy
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KJet Queenstown
KJet Queenstown
KJet Queenstown is the must-do New Zealand Jet boating experience.
Jet Boating
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Moonlight Stables
Moonlight Stables
Come join us for a horse riding adventure in our unique piece of paradise and ride through a landscape painted by nature.
Horse Riding
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Harris Mountains Heliski
Harris Mountains Heliski
Offering heli-ski packages to hundreds of peaks across 11 mountain ranges. They have have a terrain to suit skiers and boarders of all abilities.
Ski & Snowboard
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Wilderness Jet
Wilderness Jet
Your Wilderness Jet trip is an exhilarating and spectacular journey deep into the heart of the world-renowned Mt Aspiring National Park.
Jet Boating
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The Remarkables
The Remarkables
With its relaxed vibe and sun-kissed slopes, The Remarkables offers some seriously great skiing or snowboarding.
Ski & Snowboard
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NZONE Skydive Queenstown
NZONE Skydive Queenstown
Skydive from 15,000ft. It takes courage. You step out of that aircraft door and for some 60 seconds you freefall at 200km/hour.
Tandem Skydiving
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Queenstown Rafting
Queenstown Rafting
With the best water activities in New Zealand from half day to multi day - from action packed to relaxed!
White Water Rafting
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Treble Cone
Treble Cone
Home to the longest vertical run of the Queenstown and Wanaka NZ ski resorts - a heart rate inducing 4km, with a vertical drop of 700m.
Ski & Snowboard
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Skippers Canyon Jet
Skippers Canyon Jet
Taken on a spectacular guided tour of Skippers Canyon via the infamous Skippers Road
Jet Boating
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Challenge Rafting
Challenge Rafting
Queenstown’s famous Shotover River provides whitewater rafting action for those looking for extra excitement and thrills.
White Water Rafting
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AJ Hackett Ledge Bungy
AJ Hackett Ledge Bungy
Situated 400 metres above Queenstown, the Ledge enables you to put your own twist on Bungy Jumping.
Bungy
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Goldfields Jet
Goldfields Jet
Our Jet boats and highly trained drivers will take you on an unforgettable 40-minute ride through the Kawarau Gorge.
Jet Boating
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Walter Peak Horse Treks
Walter Peak Horse Treks
Go on a cruise & horse trek at Walter Peak High Country Farm in Queenstown
Horse Riding
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Haka Snow Tours
Haka Snow Tours
Whether you are a complete beginner or snow god, Haka's snow tours offer something for everyone on their fully inclusive tours. Tours range in duration from 4 days to 12 days.
Ski & Snowboard
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