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DISCOVER

WELLINGTON

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Wellington, Your Way

Small city. Big stories.

Wellington packs an extraordinary amount into a small city. Film, food, culture, nature and history are all within easy reach — from the heart of the city to the wild coastline beyond.

Whether you're a film fan, a foodie, an outdoor enthusiast or simply curious about the place, we'll help you experience Wellington your way.

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Choose Your Wellington

Four ways to experience our capital

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Lord of the Rings

The Middle of Middle-earth

See where The Lord of the Rings came to life.

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Seal Coast Safari

Wellington's Wild Side

Leave the city behind and discover Wellington's rugged south coast, native wildlife and spectacular scenery.

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City Tours

Unlock the sights and sounds of the coolest little capital city in the world

Discover Wellington's landmarks, neighbourhoods, culture and character with a local guide who knows the city inside out.

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Private/Group Tours

Wellington, Your Way

Travelling with family, friends or your own group? We'll create an experience around you.

Experience

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With over 20 years of experience, we are Wellington’s largest tour operator, offering daily departures year-round. Our team knows the region inside and out, and we take pride in sharing it with our guests through carefully crafted experiences. As a trusted, long-standing local operator, we’re passionate about showing you the very best of Wellington.

Why Choose Us

Reviews

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Don’t just take our word for it. With over 5,000 reviews, our guests consistently praise the care, knowledge, and attention we bring to every experience in Wellington.

No Minimums

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We welcome everyone, from large groups to solo travellers. We know how disappointing it can be when tours are cancelled at the last minute or don’t go ahead due to minimum numbers. That’s why we do things differently. We run our tours even if there’s just one guest.

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This was the best tour I've been on so far in New Zealand! Our guide, Andrew, was amazing and full of funny and interesting stories about the filming of Lord of the Rings. Getting to see all the filming locations around Wellington was great but it was made an absolutely unforgettable experience by having such a great guide. Run, don't walk, and book this tour today! It's a do not miss! Actually, don't worry about running, they will pick you up and drop you back off. Five stars all the way around!

Dylan - Australia

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About US

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We are Wellington’s expert tour operator, with over 20 years of experience.

 

Our expert guides and dedicated vehicles ensure you get the most out of every tour. We welcome independent travellers, cruise guests, and agent enquiries.

 

*Formerly Wanderlust Tourism

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contact

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Email: bookings@discoverwellingtontours.co.nz

Phone Numbers : +64 (0) 2 145 - 9521

Address: 78 Hutt Road, Pipitea, Wellington, 6035

 

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