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Discover 43 Day tours in Ruapuna on Trip.com, updated November 9, 2025, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!

From AUD 54.65 per person, with an average total of AUD 373.95. Choose the option that suits your plan.

With 10 verified reviews, Day tours Ruapuna boast an average rating of 4.9.

This week's most popular Day tours: "Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar", with 8 reviews and a 4.6 rating.

Now on Trip.com: "Peel Forest: Rangitata Gorge Whitewater Rafting Tour", a 4-hour adventure in Ruapuna!

The next available day tour departs on November 10, 2025. Book now to secure your spot!

Ruapuna Day tours usually take about 4 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!

90% of Ruapuna Day tours now offer English-speaking guides

November is the perfect time to visit Ruapuna! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar.

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43 Results for Ruapuna Day tours

  • Peel Forest: Rangitata Gorge Whitewater Rafting Tour

    Peel Forest: Rangitata Gorge Whitewater Rafting Tour

    󱩳Choose your level of challenge with options for all ages and skill levels
    Duration: 4 hrs
    FromAU$ 242.94
  • Mount Cook Day Tour via Lake Tekapo (Christchurch)

    Mount Cook Day Tour via Lake Tekapo (Christchurch)

    󱩳A comfortable small-group guided tour through the Southern Alps, with photos of Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd. Travel in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter or similar vehicle, led by one of our fun, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic guides. Highlights: • Fairlie Bakehouse • Lake Tekapo • Lake Pukaki • Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
    Duration: 2.5 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 306.61
  • New Zealand Mount Cook + Lake Tekapo + The Church of the Good Shepherd Tour [Small Group of 16 with Lunch Included]

    New Zealand Mount Cook + Lake Tekapo + The Church of the Good Shepherd Tour [Small Group of 16 with Lunch Included]

    󱩳Check in at the viral Lake Tekapo and The Church of the Good Shepherd to spice up your social media.
    Duration: 11.4 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 230.14
  • Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

    Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

    󱩳Explore the Tranquility Pools in comfort with a complimentary robe and towel
    Duration: 2 hrs
    4.6/5
    Satisfactory· 8 reviews
    FromAU$ 59.08
  • New Zealand Lake Tekapo 90-minute Chameleon Stargazing Tour for 14 People with Professional Telescope

    New Zealand Lake Tekapo 90-minute Chameleon Stargazing Tour for 14 People with Professional Telescope

    󱩳Zero light pollution starry skies, 360° immersive dark sky reserve, enjoy stunning Milky Way views and auroras.
    Duration: 1.6 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review· 75 booked
    FromAU$ 96.07
  • Stargazing Tour at Mount John Observatory in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand | Tekapo Dark Sky Experience

    Stargazing Tour at Mount John Observatory in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand | Tekapo Dark Sky Experience

    󱩳A professional Guide guide equipped with a laser pointer will teach you how to recognize constellations and learn about the unique night sky stories in the Southern Hemisphere.
    Duration: 1.8 hrs
    English
    36 booked
    FromAU$ 187.74
  • Lake Tekapo, New Zealand Night Cruise|Cowan Hill Observatory Stargazing Tour

    Lake Tekapo, New Zealand Night Cruise|Cowan Hill Observatory Stargazing Tour

    󱩳A professional Guide guide equipped with a laser pointer will teach you how to recognize constellations and learn about the unique night sky stories in the Southern Hemisphere.
    Duration: 1.3 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review
    FromAU$ 122.52
  • Tekapo, New Zealand Milky Way Stargazing Experience (10-person group) with 14-inch professional telescope

    Tekapo, New Zealand Milky Way Stargazing Experience (10-person group) with 14-inch professional telescope

    󱩳The guide has extensive astronomical knowledge and many years of experience as a stargazing guide. He provides bilingual buided commentary in English and Japanese.
    Duration: 1.4 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 87.26
  • Tekapo, New Zealand | Highland Ranch Small Game Hunting|Four-wheel drive off-road

    Tekapo, New Zealand | Highland Ranch Small Game Hunting|Four-wheel drive off-road

    󱩳Centennial family ranch endorsement: Inheriting three generations of Tekapo ranch management experience, deeply integrating ecological protection and hunting culture
    Duration: 1.6 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 527.95
  • New Zealand Mount Cook Tasman Helicopter Sightseeing + Glacier Hike [Multiple timeslot|Including glacier landing

    New Zealand Mount Cook Tasman Helicopter Sightseeing + Glacier Hike [Multiple timeslot|Including glacier landing

    󱩳Helicopter + Snowplane Dual Flight Experience
    Duration: 2 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 314.73
  • New Zealand South Island Mount Cook Glacier Hike Small Group: Helicopter + Guide+ Equipment Tasman Glacier

    New Zealand South Island Mount Cook Glacier Hike Small Group: Helicopter + Guide+ Equipment Tasman Glacier

    󱩳Tasman Glacier Heli Hike: Helicopter + Glacier Hike + Professional Guide+ Full Equipment
    Duration: 3 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 961.72
  • New Zealand Glacier Experience | Tasman Glacier Helicopter Tour | Optional 2-Hour Hike

    New Zealand Glacier Experience | Tasman Glacier Helicopter Tour | Optional 2-Hour Hike

    󱩳Optional departure from Mount Cook/Queenstown
    Duration: 20 mins
    English
    FromAU$ 667.01
  • New Zealand South Island Mt. Cook Tasman Glacier Hike Boutique Small Group: Helicopter + Guide+ Equipment

    New Zealand South Island Mt. Cook Tasman Glacier Hike Boutique Small Group: Helicopter + Guide+ Equipment

    󱩳A classic New Zealand activity. A small group tour to experience Mount Cook in depth
    Duration: 3.1 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 915.06
  • New Zealand South Island Mount Cook Tasman Cruise Glacier Adventure (Guide+ Fixed Point Pickup)

    New Zealand South Island Mount Cook Tasman Cruise Glacier Adventure (Guide+ Fixed Point Pickup)

    󱩳Explore the Tasman Glacier and Glacial Lake
    Duration: 1.5 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 238.05
  • New Zealand Mount John Cowan Midnight Stargazing Tour [Chinese/Mandarin/English Tour Optional + Professional Equipment]

    New Zealand Mount John Cowan Midnight Stargazing Tour [Chinese/Mandarin/English Tour Optional + Professional Equipment]

    󱩳Enjoy this fun and educational experience with an English/ Chinese/Mandarin guide
    Duration: 3.1 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 130.69
  • Virtual Starry Sky Tour in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand | Immersive Astronomy Experience | Indoor Universe Exploration

    Virtual Starry Sky Tour in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand | Immersive Astronomy Experience | Indoor Universe Exploration

    󱩳Immersive space travel: Use multimedia technology to simulate flying over galaxies, Saturn rings, black holes and other cosmic wonders
    Duration: 45 mins
    English
    FromAU$ 54.65
  • Christchurch, Mount Cook, and Tekapo Small-Group Guided Tour [Starts in Christchurch / Ends in Queenstown]

    Christchurch, Mount Cook, and Tekapo Small-Group Guided Tour [Starts in Christchurch / Ends in Queenstown]

    󱩳Soak up the beauty of Lake Tekapo and visit the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd, a picturesque landmark
    Duration: 5.5 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 366.12
  • Lake Tekapo Highland Farm Tour, South Island, New Zealand

    Lake Tekapo Highland Farm Tour, South Island, New Zealand

    󱩳Set off in a comfortable 4WD Mercedes-Benz station wagon, listen to guide share the history of Lake Tekapo and explore the story of the Irish Creek Hut
    Duration: 2 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 140.14
  • New Zealand bus Island day tour: Christchurch - Tekapo - Mount Cook - Queenstown (one-way)

    New Zealand bus Island day tour: Christchurch - Tekapo - Mount Cook - Queenstown (one-way)

    󱩳A very classic route in New Zealand's South Island. No need to drive yourself. It is a very simple and labor-saving way to travel. It is suitable for European and American visitors groups and has a high cost-effectiveness.
    Duration: 11 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 416.59
  • Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo Springs, and Lake Tekapo one-day tour[Glacier Stargazing]

    Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo Springs, and Lake Tekapo one-day tour[Glacier Stargazing]

    󱩳private group tour Private car tour I Chinese and English speaking guide I Itinerary can be adjusted through communication
    Duration: 9.5 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 1,414.01
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Reviews: New Zealand Mount Cook + Lake Tekapo + The Church of the Good Shepherd Tour [Small Group of 16 with Lunch Included]
Guest User2025-10-03
The pick-up was on time, the itinerary was smooth, the tour guide was interesting, Mount Cook was beautiful, Lake Tekapo was beautiful, it was a pity that the booked helicopter was cancelled, but the day was still very enjoyable!
Reviews: Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar
Guest User2025-10-07
Didn't have a guide but didn't need one. The pools were great, very flash and such a nice settings
Reviews: New Zealand Lake Tekapo 90-minute Chameleon Stargazing Tour for 14 People with Professional Telescope
Guest User2025-09-21
Very interesting experience
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