Meet the fascinating animals of New Zealand with admission to Kiwi Birdlife Park. Located in central Queenstown, the park features more than 20 native bird species and reptiles in nature exhibits. Walk around at your leisure, and check out daily keeper presentations to learn more about the feathered stars of the park. Watch kiwis in action, see birds flying free during wildlife shows, and take a look at other critters such as the Auckland green gecko, the cheeky kea and a prehistoric reptile called the tuatara. It's a fun and informative experience for both kids and adults. Step into specially designed nocturnal houses that provide optimal viewing of kiwi birds, the national bird of New Zealand, and learn about their care and behaviour from their keepers at four daily feedings. You can also get up-close looks at a variety of geckos, brightly colored parakeets and birds of prey.

Feel a rush of adrenaline as you skim the surface of the Shotover River by jet boat! Hold on tight as you do fishtail turns and 360-degree spins at high speeds through the narrow canyon walls. This ultimate heart-pumping experience is one you will never forget! Only a short drive from Queenstown, the Shotover River has been providing thrills of all sorts since 1862, when gold was first discovered and the gold rush began. Today, the gold may be gone but the thrills remain! On this jet boat adventure, travel the length of the river by high-speed jet boat for an extreme Shotover River experience!  Feel the adrenaline rush as your professional driver navigates the jet boat at thrilling high speeds, squeezing through narrow canyons, and passing rocky outcrops, sheer cliff walls and boulders. Enjoy trick manoeuvres, twists and turns in the white-water rapids, leaving you breathless and wanting more!

And now for something completely different... remember the swing you had in your back yard? Well, the Ledge Urban Sky Swing takes that to a whole new level. In fact a level 400 meters over Queenstown. Once harnessed your lowered to the release 'station'. Let the thrill take over!

As you swing away the biggest surprise is not knowing when you'll change from fall to swing. Just as your brain convinces you the fall will never stop, you begin arching out 400 meters over Queenstown.

See dramatic views of majestic Southern Alps and Fiordland National Park. Discover the mystery of Lake Wakatipu's northern shores, before experiencing a snow landing on the Jura Glacier.

Stand in snow surrounded by high mountain peaks. See bush covered valleys, unparalleled views of Mount Aspiring and the mighty Rees and Dart River valleys. Get off the beaten track and see rarely visited part of the South Island.

Take in Queenstown's stunning lake and mountain views over lunch or dinner at Queenstown Stratosfare Restaurant and Bar. A scenic gondola ride will take you high above Queenstown where a unique dining experience awaits you.

The four-course buffet lunch or six-course buffet dinner offers a range of local specialties to suit every appetite and the restaurant’s tiered seating guarantees fantastic views from every table.

Go ziplining from the Kawarau Bridge near Queenstown, coined the ‘Adventure Capital of the World.’ On the Kawarau Zipride, you'll experience fun with up to six friends as you ride either solo or tandem across three parallel ziplines, reaching speeds of up to 37 mph (60 kph) on a 426-foot-long (130-meter) cable next to the Kawarau River. You have your choice of different styles, such as riding upside down or flying like Superman. Select a single ride or a 3- or 5-ride pack. Located in the Gibbston Valley, just 25 minutes from Queenstown, the Kawarau Bridge is renowned for being the site of the world’s first commercial bungee jump. On the Kawarau Zipride, however, you'll experience it a different way - by soaring across one of three parallel ziplines that take you along the sparkling Kawarau River at speeds up to 37 mph.

If you've heard of Bungy, you've heard of Kawarau - home to the original 43-metre Bungy Jump. The world's first and most infamous of leaps is still going strong, with tens of thousands Bungying each year.

At the world's best-loved Bungy site, you can choose from a number of options; topple over backwards, forwards, with another person, spin or somersault. Kawarau Bridge Bungy is also the only Bungy in Queenstown where you can choose to bob above the water, touch it, or be fully immersed.

Discover Arrowtown’s amazing history and scenery with a local knowledgeable guide. Enjoy this driving tour with informative commentary taking in the highlights and history of Queenstown and surrounding area pioneering heritage. Journey past Coronet Peak Ski field, stunning Dalefield farms and the world class resort of Millbrook to historic Arrowtown. In Arrowtown your tour will include an informative drive past the Chinese Village, the old Goal and the lookout whilst pointing out the best photo locations not to be missed. Once in the Main Street of Arrowtown you will have approximately one hour free time to explore as everything is within walking distance. Enjoy a 10% discount on entrance fees to Lakes District Museum and Art Gallery.Stop at the stunning Lake Hayes for scenic photos of the surrounding mountains Hotel pick and drop-off included. This tour operates in the morning and in the afternoon.

No visit to Queenstown is complete without a visit to Walter Peak High Country Farm. After cruising across Lake Wakatipu on the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw, experience a walking tour of the farmyard, help feed the sheep and get close to the Scottish Highland cattle.

Treat yourself to tea or coffee and home baked delights from the elegant Colonel's Homestead terrace and admire the surrounding lake and mountains.

This tour operates in the morning and in the afternoon.

Hold on tight as you raft down the peaceful waters, turbulent rapids and river tunnels of the Shotover River.

Experience the thrills of rapids such as 'Rock Garden', 'Jaws' and 'Toilet'! With extensive safety instruction and experienced guides there's no need to worry.

The hot shower and sauna facilities will come in handy after and then you can sit back to catch your breath over a complimentary hot cuppa! 

This is a day of thrill-seeking adventure for all the adrenaline junkies out there! Speed down the Shotover River in a JET BOAT, just inches from the rocky canyon walls.

Experience a rollercoaster HELICOPTER RIDE through the rugged Skippers Canyon. Then tackle the rapids of the Shotover in a WHITE WATER RAFT. This ultimate adventure experience will leave you breathless!