Jessica Freeland
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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷ Rotorua ▷
Te Pā Tū Maori Cultural Experience
Fascinating experience but there are so many visitors bussed out there and it is so efficiently run that it taints the authenticity of the experience somewhat.
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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷ Cron street ▷
Franz Josef Glacier Guides
Went on the Ice Explorer trip which was unforgettable.
It is an expensive activity but is worth the money. You get 2-3 hours exploring the glacier with an awesome guide plus a short helicopter ride to and from the glacier. It was breathtaking.
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South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷ Milford Sound - Fiordland National Park ▷
Roscos Milford Kayaks
I did the Morning Glory trip.
As you kayak the entire length of the Sound it is quite strenuous but it is so worth it. It is really peaceful and you get to see the stunning scenery as well as wildlife much closer than on a tour boat - we saw seals and penguins. Only 9 out of 10 due to man eating sandflies!
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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷ Tikitere ▷
Kaitiaki Adventures Rafting and Sledging
Heaps of fun.
Great guides who respect Maori traditions on the river. I did the trip that goes down the 7m Tukea Falls which was so exciting. Lots of rapids. Wish it lasted longer! This was my first time white water rafting and I loved it.
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North Island ▷ Rotorua Region ▷ Waiotapu ▷
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Disappointed to find out the Lady Knox Geyser did not erupt naturally.
The park was interesting but busy from the rush after seeing the geyser. Would recommend trying to visit early, before the geyser. Quite pricey too.
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North Island ▷ Waikato ▷ Matamata ▷
Rings Scenic Tours
A must see for a Lord of the Rings fan.
Victim of its own success as there are so many visitors and it would be better if you could walk around unguided. The set is beautiful and the pub at the end is a nice touch. Try to book ahead to avoid a lengthy wait.