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3 Day Private Photography Tour from Queenstown - The Maniototo

New To The Site! Queenstown, New Zealand

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3 days (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket

Overview

The name Maniototo, derived from Māori, is said to mean `plains of blood’ and refers to the `flowing’ red tussocks that cover the land.

This region inspires Graeme Sydney, painter of some of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes. Home to tiny towns and locations that once swarmed with settlers, toiling to win riches from this sparse, rugged and graphic landscape.

Imposing mountain ranges edge the wide splendour of the Maniototo Plain. Candid skies of brilliant blue dance across the land. A tantalising magenta sunset slides behind flinty, tussock-clad ranges when evening falls.

Humble farming settlements are dotted thinly across the plain, huddled on long, straight roads that never end. Isolated they may be, but these are involved, connected communities where people look out for each other.

Steeped in nature’s rhythms, locals share an enduring bond with this place. The sweeping silent spaces, the contrasting hues of seasonal changes & the expansive beauty of starry black nights.

What's Included

  • Transport during the tour
  • Queenstown/Wanaka pickup
  • Free loan of tripod
  • Meals unless specified (Opportunity provided to buy lunch and dinner)
  • Camera (Nikon D5100, available to rent) - $25/day
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

We can arrange pickup outside of the Queenstown and Wanaka areas. This may change the itinerary of the tour depending on the location.

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Meeting point

Frankton
Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Day 1

Queenstown to Ranfurly

1 Stop

Day 2

Falls Dam, Ida Valley, Hayes Engineering Works & Homestead, Poolburn Dam

4 Stops

Day 3

Ranfurly to Queenstown

2 Stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3 Day Private Photography Tour from Queenstown – The Maniototo?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-19849P20


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What's Included

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  • Transport during the tour
  • Queenstown/Wanaka pickup
  • Free loan of tripod
  • Bottled Water, Tea, Coffee, Biscuits
  • 2 cooked breakfasts
  • One to one tuition with professional photographer guide
  • Photography editing workshop with professional photographer guide
  • Meals unless specified (Opportunity provided to buy lunch and dinner)
  • Camera (Nikon D5100, available to rent) - $25/day

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Non-refundable

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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