Hot air ballooning
If you've never tried it before a hot air balloon ride is the ultimate scenic experience! Operating out of Methven, Aoraki Balloon Safaris provides the only air adventure giving you a tranquil and majestic flight, which no other aircraft can offer. On a clear fine day you can take in views of the entire 300km panorama of Canterbury Plains including views of Mt Cook (Aoraki). Aoraki, the Maori name for Mt Cook, means - Cloud Piercer.

High Country Horse Tours
Ride high under wide-open skies amongst the dramatic mountain ranges and beautiful alpine lakes. High Country Horse Adventures will take you over some of New Zealand's most spectacular terrain. Surrounded by the Southern Alps; you will be amazed by the stunning views, wide-open spaces, broad skies and pristine lakes. This experience is an absolute must with high country hospitality, experienced local guides and well-mannered horses you would not want to miss out!

Jet boating.
An iconic New Zealand experience exciting, scenic and extremely fun! Just around the corner two professional jet boat operators can pick you up from Montrose and take you for a thrill seeking adventure trough the Rakaia River Gorge and back into the middle of the high Country with a view you never will forget!