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Half Day Queenstown & Beyond Private Scenic Photography Tour

13 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 13 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Queenstown, New Zealand

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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Light refreshments
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Comfortable 4WD
  • Lunch (Opportunity provided to buy lunch)
  • Camera (Nikon D5100, D5600, or D7200 available to rent) $25 NZD Per Day
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Meeting and Pickup

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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.

What To Expect

Queenstown-Lakes District

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.
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5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half Day Queenstown & Beyond Private Scenic Photography Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Light refreshments
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Comfortable 4WD
  • Advice on creative composition and using your camera
  • Private tour for small-groups or individuals
  • Flexible itinerary
  • Local photographer guide
  • Lunch (Opportunity provided to buy lunch)
  • Camera (Nikon D5100, D5600, or D7200 available to rent) $25 NZD Per Day

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).

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