Wanaka Bike Tours
Sandboard down the remote Te Paki dunes
Wanaka Bike Tours
Sandboard down the remote Te Paki dunes
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Top things to do in New Zealand for solo travellers

New Zealand is a paradise for solo travellers who would like to experience the great outdoors. With a focus on nature conservation and small-scale locally owned companies, we have personally found the best activities in New Zealand.

Adrenaline bursts. Spine tingles. Hairs jolt. New Zealand is the adventure capital of the world. Ride the rapids. Swim with seals. Launch yourself. Take a 4-day hike through nature. Conquer the Fox Glacier. Dive. Surf the dunes.

Our best adventurous activities for solo travellers

Hike the Queen Charlotte Track - solo

Blenheim & Marlborough, New Zealand

The Queen Charlotte Track is a hiker's paradise

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Experience the thrill of biking in Wanaka

Wanaka, New Zealand

Cycle along the picturesque mountain range track between Lake Hawea and Lake Wanaka

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Swim with playful dolphins in Marlborough Sounds

Blenheim & Marlborough, New Zealand

Swim with playful dolphins

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Discover the underwater world of New Zealand’s best dive locations

Whangarei & Tutukaka Coast, New Zealand

Experience world-class underwater experiences for every level of diver

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Get your heart pumping during a thrilling jet boat ride

Queenstown, New Zealand

Experience the world's most exhilarating jet boat ride

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An epic off-road safari and walk

Wanaka, New Zealand

Discover one of the most thrilling and spectacular backroad journeys in New Zealand

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Conquer the Fox Glacier Heli Hike

Franz Josef & Fox, New Zealand

Experience a helicopter ride and landing on a glacier

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“I was lucky enough to experience Mount Aspiring National Park with a local company. It was truly unique, and I can’t recommend it enough.”

Brooke, Product Manager

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