Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $161 / person
- Location
- Queenstown, New Zealand
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 17 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Remarkable Imagery Photography Tours
Description
This is your chance to photograph one of the most spectacular and majestic places on Earth; Queenstown and the Southern Lakes. This Half-Day Private Photography Tour will take you to iconic locations you see in brochures as well as those special spots only a local would know, to explore and capture the beauty and splendour yourself. This tour is designed for photography enthusiasts and your guide is a passionate landscape photographer, with years of local knowledge. Enjoy 4-5 hours visiting some of the most interesting and beautiful destinations around Queenstown. Your expert guide will help you with creative advice and show you how to get the most from your camera. The weather in this amazing region is constantly changing bringing many moods to the mountains, lakes, rivers and forests. Whatever the conditions we know where best to take you to capture unique scenes of outstanding natural beauty. Includes bonus take home guides on using your camera and how to compose great photos.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Nov 4
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $161
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $251.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 38 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Your guide, a passionate local landscape photographer will take you to his favourite spots for landscape photography. Initially, he will discuss with you an itinerary based on your interests and skills, light and weather on the day. Destinations can include: Glenorchy, The Remarkables, Coronet Peak, Skippers Canyon, Gibbston. Queenstown is surrounded by incredibly beautiful, magnificent locations: stunning glacial lakes, towering mountain ranges, windswept, tussock clad alpine high country, icy blue rivers, glittering waterfalls, rugged canyons and gorges. Pristine landscapes, untouched by humans and places that show the struggle to tame the land. Quaint gold mining settlements like Arrowtown and Cromwell and fruit and wine growing areas to the east. Whichever direction you choose, your guide will take you to the best places to capture the splendour and magnificence. You will be mentored on finding great shots, composition and exposure to help you capture the majesty and beauty.
What's included
Included
Light refreshments
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Comfortable 4WD
Local photographer guide
Advice on creative composition and using your camera
Private tour for small-groups or individuals
Flexible itinerary
Not included
Lunch (Opportunity provided to buy lunch)
Camera (Nikon D5100, D5600, or D7200 available to rent) $25 NZD Per Day
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in the Queenstown area. We can also arrange pickup outside of the Queenstown, Frankton, and Arrowtown area. This may change the itinerary of the tour depending on the location.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
17 reviews
How it compares in Queenstown
- Rated higher than 78% of 226 reviewed tours in Queenstown
- Starting price $161 is close to the typical $167 for tours of similar length in Queenstown
Excurgo comparison of 425 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour take?
Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour cost?
Prices start at $161 per person for this Queenstown experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $251. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Does Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour sell out?
It can: 38 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in the Queenstown area. We can also arrange pickup outside of the Queenstown, Frankton, and Arrowtown area. This may change the itinerary of the tour depending on the location. Pickup points include The Orchard Cottage, Hurley's of Queenstown.
What languages is Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Queenstown: Half-Day Private Sightseeing & Photography Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Remarkable Imagery Photography Tours.
Reviews(17)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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