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11 Best National Parks Tours In Queenstown

Queenstown’s best days out.

The 11 most popular national parks tours in Queenstown. A short list of the ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.

11 Best National Parks Tours In Queenstown

Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness - Where you start on the lakefront (and why it matters for a smooth trip)
Cruises & Boat Tours, Fiordland Tours, Jet Boat Rides, National Parks, Te Anau, Tour Reviews

Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park – Pure Wilderness

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1.Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park – Pure Wilderness

A 2-hour Fiordland jet boat ride from Te Anau to Lake Manapouri with Lord of the Rings stops, 360s, and a guided nature walk.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Great experience on the jet boat along the Waiau River and onto Lake Manapouri! Such good fun - in particular the 360s! Very informative guide and driver told us so much interesting information about the river, the lake and what we saw on the walk. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!”

678 reviewsFrom $127.22by Fiordland Jet

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Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience - Mt. Aspiring National Park from the water: what you’re actually seeing
Cruises & Boat Tours, Jet Boat Rides, National Parks, Queenstown, Tour Reviews

Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience

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2.Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience

Thrill-jet down the Dart River from Glenorchy into Mt. Aspiring area, with a naturalist guide, optional splash jacket, and easy Queenstown transport.

★ 5.0

“Fantastic experience from beginning to end. The coach ride was good & it travels through some amazing scenery as it follows the lakeside to Glenorchy. All the staff we encountered were friendly and professional. The Jet Boat ride itself was a truly amazing experience and made even better by our driver/tour guide Jordan. He was…”

531 reviewsFrom $190.31by Dart River Adventures

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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri - Entering Doubtful Sound: the catamaran cruise where wildlife steals the show
Cruises & Boat Tours, Fiordland Tours, National Parks, Te Anau, Tour Reviews

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri

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From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip - From Queenstown to RealNZ: comfort and the rhythm of the day
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From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip

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4.From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Trip

Luxury bus plus cruises on Lake Manapouri and Doubtful Sound, including the Wilmot Pass rainforest route from Queenstown.

★ 4.7

“Absolutely breathtaking views and 100% must do worth it experience! You cannot leave the South Island without experiencing Doubtful Sounds. The whole trip was well organized and all the guides were awesome! Super friendly and helpful. Absolutely amazing experience!”

314 reviews13 hoursFrom $277by RealNZ

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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau - Lake Manapouri: The Quiet Water Before the Fjord
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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau

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5.Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau: coach to Manapouri, catamaran on the sound, wildlife sightings, full day in Fiordland.

★ 4.5

“Brilliant day but cold do take plenty of layers. Expected to see loads of wildlife but there wasn’t much. Coach driver between the 2 boats made our day with the stuff he told us. A real asset to the company”

286 reviewsFrom $231.47by RealNZ

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Jet Boat and Wilderness Walk Tour from Wanaka - How the 4 Hours Typically Feel (and What Happens Before You Go)
Cruises & Boat Tours, Jet Boat Rides, National Parks, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours, Wanaka, Wanaka Tours

Jet Boat and Wilderness Walk Tour from Wanaka

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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown - Lake Manapouri and Wilmot Pass: big views without leaving the plan
Cruises & Boat Tours, Fiordland Tours, National Parks, Queenstown, Queenstown Tours, Tour Reviews

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

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From Queenstown: Dart River Wilderness Jet Boat Experience - From Queenstown to Glenorchy: the drive option that changes the day
Cruises & Boat Tours, Jet Boat Rides, National Parks, Queenstown, Queenstown Tours, Tour Reviews

From Queenstown: Dart River Wilderness Jet Boat Experience

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Wanaka: Jet Boat & Wilderness Walk - Matukituki River speed, spins, and the hanging-glacier views
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Wanaka: Jet Boat & Wilderness Walk

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Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka - The Flight: 20–30 Minutes of Southern Alps Real Talk
Hiking & Trekking, National Parks, Tour Reviews, Wanaka, Wanaka Tours

Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka

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11.Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka

Fly over the Southern Alps, hike the Siberia River, then rip back by jet boat in Mt Aspiring National Park near Wanaka.

★ 5.0

“What an unbelievable experience! We loved every bit of it! The flight was spectacular - a blue sky day and amazing views. The hike was just right (3 hours), and the jet boat ride beauty in itself - spectacular rivers and countryside with the added benefit of being on the crystal clear waters. I would…”

26 reviewsFrom $353.73by Southern Alps Air

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