QUEENSTOWN
Queenstown’s best days out.
The 15 most popular guided tours in Queenstown. A short list of the ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.
Te Anau glowworm caves by guided walk and silent night boat ride, with a scenic Lake Te Anau cruise and complimentary hot drinks.
Most Popular“Unreal experience. Incredible value for money as well. Friendly service, ease of booking, great ferry journey over, good guide, small group. Everything was amazing. I recommend the 5pm slot”
A full-day guided Mount Cook trip from Queenstown with photo stops, guided commentary, 3.5 hours at Mount Cook Village, and optional walks.
“Great day made by our tour guide Beth who was so knowledgable, passionate, enthusiastic and fun !! The walk and sights at Mt Tasman were magical. Recommended”
Queenstown off-road buggy tour with 60 minutes driving, included gear and transfers, and Lake Wakatipu views in a small group.
“Well organized friendly staff who provided all the instruction and briefings you need to be safe. Practice in the buggy conducted to give almost any driver the confidence to drive the course. The track was fun with plenty of scenic views of Queenstown. Staff provided all protective gear, cover pants and jacket, gloves, gum boots…”
Guided eBike climb to Grants Peak for 360° Queenstown views, private trail access, and local farming and Māori stories, then a fun descent.
“Great ride and amazing views. E-bikes made the ride super easy. Ksena and Shaw were excellent hosts and tailored the ride for the different abilities of the group. Worth doing!”
Cruise Lake Te Anau on the historic Faith, enjoy afternoon tea, then take a guided walk in Fiordland National Park.
“We had the best time on the Yacht with Adam and Co. We had an infant with us and they were very friendly, accommodating and welcoming. It was the best tour that we had booked this trip, really worth going on small owner opRead more”
Cruise Lake Te Anau on *Faith*, then take a guided Hidden Lakes walk with canapés and drinks, before sailing back to town.
“It was a wonderful adventure on lake Te Anau. The captain Adam and crew took wonderful care of us making us feel like special guests on their lovely boat. We will be back.”
Self-guided bike tour from Queenstown through Gibbston Valley wineries via Arrow and Kawarau rivers, with shuttle and optional e-bikes.
“So much fun! It was so great being able to see the scenery this way, not to mention a great way to visit all the wineries.”
Private Milford Sound day from Te Anau with a 2-hour fjord cruise, Fiordland viewpoints, and comfortable pickup by Tesla-style car.
“We had a great time exploring Milford sound. If you don't have a car or would like to just be a passenger to see everything in a nice car then I would recommend this tour.”
Learn Segway basics, then glide along Lake Wakatipu and through Queenstown Gardens with a small-group guide and photo stops.
“We really enjoyed. A great family activity, very informative guide, stopped for some extra fun along the way. A great couple of hours around Queenstown”
A 4.5-hour Queenstown highlights tour mixing viewpoints, Arrowtown history, bungy watching, wine and cheese, then a Lake Wakatipu cruise.
“My mum and I went on this tour and we absolutely loved it! A special thank you to our guide, Ana — she was incredibly knowledgeable and so lovely. Her insights and warmth really made the experience unforgettable.”
Self-guided Arrow Bridges Trail bike ride from Arrowtown to Gibbston Wine Valley, with shuttle, bike hire, map, and helmets for $56.
“What a great ride. Really enjoyable. Easy ride and stunning scenery. We enjoyed a nice glass of wine at Gibston Wibnery at the end of it.”
Sail on a restored historic motor yacht on Lake Te Anau, then stroll the Hidden Lakes with tea included and a calm, guided pace.
“The crew greeted us on the pier and welcomed us aboard. For the next 3 hours they saw to our every need/want and handled the yacht expertly. They were wonderful to share time and stories with, so knowledgable and so engaging Scenery is unsurpassed and the experience wad an absolute highlight. A treasure to be…”
Guided Milford Track walk plus a small-boat Milford Sound cruise. See Giant Gate Falls, Mitre Peak, and wildlife on a full day.
“We truly enjoyed walking on the Milford track with Rosa and Maddie, who are both very knowledgeable about the native species and birds. It was great to learn so much. The trip through the fjord was also truly amazing. It was a great day.”
Scenic e-bike ride from Frankton to Lake Wakatipu, past rivers and sculptures. Small group, easy hills, guided and safe.
“PHENOMENAL EXPERIENCE. Look up Ride to the Sky’s website!…. Shay was the perfect guide and the trail’s beauty made me emotional.”
3-hour fast boat cruise to predator-free Mou Waho Island, plus a guided nature walk to a summit lake and lookout over Lake Wanaka.
“Despite the heavy rain, we had a fantastic time with our guide Toby. He made a couple of small adaptations because of the weather, but we still got the whole experience! Wonderful trip!”
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