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Paihia
A white lighthouse built near the edge of a cliff of Cape Reinga, surrounded by the vast Pacific Ocean

Fullers GREAT SIGHTS

Sail on the Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise, and spot New Zealand’s beautiful marine wildlife. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT

Auckland
A pod of dolphins jump and swim through the calm ocean surface with the mountain ranges in the distance.

Explore Auckland

Enjoy the City of Sails from the water while spotting whales and dolphins! Learn more.

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Auckland
A guest testing his rugby skills by jumping on brightly colored lights in green, red and blue with circular shapes projected on the floor as part of the All Blacks Experience.
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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s is a favourite amongst families, thanks to its interesting aquariums and exhibitions.

Tauranga

Swim with the dolphins

Have a great day on the water sightseeing, snorkelling and swimming with the dolphins.

Tauranga
A pod of dolphins jumping through the air and powering through the flat ocean.
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Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise

Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, seals and whales on your cruise.

No promo code required

Rotorua
A brown kiwi bird.
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National Kiwi Hatchery Tour

Tour this internationally renowned conservation programme and see real kiwi.

Rotorua
Birdspan, bird flying

Wingspan: Bird of Prey Centre

Must-see shows and behind-the-scenes experiences. Learn more.

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Rotorua
Lady milking cow at Agrodome in Rotorua.
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Agrodome

Tour this internationally renowned conservation programme and see real kiwi. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Rotorua
Two persons in the forest shining their flashlights on the tress in front.

Real Rotorua

Discover a part of Rotorua unseen by most. Venture into the bush to see native glow worms and beautiful waterfalls. Learn more.

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Hawke’s Bay
A woman sitting on her harness while riding on a zip line in the middle of the forest.

Gannet Overland Safaris

Join a fully-guided coach tour along the cliffs of Cape Kidnappers to the world’s largest, most accessible gannet nesting place. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Wellington
The native bird kaka, a brown and orange parrot found in New Zealand.
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Zealandia Ecosanctuary Tour

Explore the world’s first fenced urban ecosanctuary. Home to countless rare NZ native birds, insects and even tuatara, this is a must for nature lovers.

Wellington
The native bird kaka, a brown and orange parrot found in New Zealand.

Kapiti Island day tour

See world-class birdlife on this intriguing island.

No promo code required

Kaikōura
A couple in a yellow kayak paddling with a NZ fur seal in Kaikoura.

Seal Kayak Kaikōura

Kayak with NZ fur seals and more while enjoying Kaikōura’s beautiful coastline. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Kaikōura
Kaikōura kayaks dolphin jumping.

Kaikōura Kayaks

Enjoy dolphins, whales and NZ fur seals from your double kayak. Learn more.

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Kaikōura
A huge sperm whale blowing water as seen from the sky.

Wings Over Whales

Enjoy Kaikōura’s stunning scenery and its famous whale population from the air! Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Kaikōura
A humpback whale breaching the waters in Kaikōura.
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Whale Watch

Head out on a boat to spot whales, dolphins and more. Learn more.

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Kaikōura
A pod of dolphins jump and swim through the calm ocean surface with the mountain ranges in the distance.
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Dolphin Encounter

View or swim with dusky dolphins – one of the most interactive and acrobatic species of dolphins in the world.

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Canterbury
A green paddock with sheep being herded together and a 4WD farm buggy carrying people.

Tawanui Farm Tour

Ride an off-road vehicle as you’re toured over a working sheep and cattle property. Hand-feed sheep and alpacas as you discover country life in NZ. Note: This is in Cheviot, 1 hour, 15 mins from Hanmer. Learn more.

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Christchurch
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Orana Wildlife Park

Visit lions, tigers, giraffes, meerkats, kiwi, tuatara, kea and so much more at New Zealand’s only open-range wildlife park.

Christchurch
A brown kiwi bird.
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willowbank wildlife reserve

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is a popular choice with families and animal lovers. It’s home to a range of native animals and introduced species. Learn more.

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Akaroa
A brown alpaca surrounded by white alpacas on the grasslands.
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Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tour

A hands-on alpaca farm experience with panoramic views. Promo code instructions.

Coupon code: NZTT

Akaroa
Blue penguins resting on top of the rocks.
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Pōhatu Penguins

Join a 4WD tour to Pōhatu Bay and watch little blue penguins come ashore at night, or book a farm stay or alternative tour. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Akaroa
Two people swimming with hector's dolphins in Akaroa.
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Black Cat Cruises

Swim with Hector’s dolphins – the world’s smallest and rarest dolphin in the world. Learn more.

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Akaroa
Dolphin jumping on the water.
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Akaroa Dolphins

Enjoy a nature cruise, complete with a dolphin-spotting dog on board! Promo code instructions.

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Tekapo
The Milky Way in the night sky above Tekapo, with Go Tekapo tours
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Go Tekapo

Book a guided hike, fishing or hunting trip, farm tour, petting zoo visit, 4WD tour, stargazing tour or astrophotography workshop. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Franz Josef
A person riding an E-bike along a shingle track amongst the forest.

West Coast Wildlife Centre

See the native kiwi and tuatara in Franz.

No promo code required

QUeenstown
A brown kiwi fossicks through the undergrowth for insects.
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Kiwi Park Queenstown

This 5-acre, family-owned and operated wildlife centre is dedicated to saving NZ’s endangered wildlife species. Learn more.

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Te Anau

Woodstone Farm

Experience life on a working farm, complete with friendly animals and friendly farmers! We recommend the full tour, but short (free) visits are also available. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Dunedin
A 7-month albatross at the Dunedin albatross centre.
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Royal Albatross Centre

Pay a visit to the Royal Albatross Centre – the only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony in the world. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Dunedin
Yellow eyed penguins on the beach, Clearwater Wildlife Tours

Clearwater Wildlife Tours

Join a guided tour on to private farm and conservation land as you spot endangered penguins, seals, sea lions, albatross and more. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10

Dunedin
OPERA
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The OPERA

See the yellow-eyed penguin – the most endangered penguins in the world – in their natural habitat.

Stewart Island
A brown Kiwi bird pecking on seaweeds at the beach during nighttime.
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RealNZ

Spot our iconic kiwi bird in the wild on Stewart Island. Learn more.

Promo code: NZTT10