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Full Day Mavora Lakes Lord of the Rings Adventure - EX Queenstown

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Journey with our passionate Lord of the Rings experts on an epic tour through Middle-earth, where every tale, legend, and hidden detail comes to life!

Journey with our passionate Lord of the Rings experts on an epic tour through Middle-earth, where every tale, legend, and hidden detail comes to life!

Highlights

  • Embark on a legendary Lord of the Rings journey from Queenstown
  • Immerse yourself in the magic of The Lord of the Rings with the largest selection of licensed replica props.
  • Exclusive access to original scripts & call sheets

Join us on a magical journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Middle-earth, where the legendary world of The Lord of the Rings comes to life. This tour takes you deep into the stunning Southland region, home to some of the most iconic filming locations from the films.

Travel to Te Anau, where you’ll witness the eerie beauty of the Anduin River and the Dead Marshes. Then, continue to the majestic Mavora Lakes, where key moments from the trilogy were filmed. Stand where the Fellowship broke apart, and hear the legendary story of an actor who famously broke his toes near Fangorn Forest!

To make your adventure even more immersive, you’ll have the chance to hold and pose with real, licensed LOTR props, including swords, helmets, and even original scripts. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a curious traveler, this is a journey into Middle-earth you’ll never forget!


Our scenic tour includes visiting:

  • Mavora Lakes Park (Fiordland National Park)
  • LOTR locations such as:
  • Fangorn Forest
  • The Silverload River
  • Nen Hithoel
  • Amon Hen
  • And more!


Summer itinerary (1 November – 31 March):

Itinerary as above plus:

  • Lake Manapouri
  • Te Anau
  • The Anduin River
  • The Dead Marshes
Adult - Summer Tour (10hrs) $368.00
Child - Summer Tour (10hrs) $250.00 (7-14 years)
Adult - Winter Tour (7hrs) $279.00
Child -Winter Tour (7hrs) $188.00 (7-14 years)

What's included

  • Photos with Authentic Props – We have the largest selection of Authentic Licensed replica props!
  • Copies of the original scripts and production call sheets
  • Lunch (1 April – 31 October only) – please advise dietary restrictions and allergies

Duration

  • Allow approximately 10 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Pick Up: Outside the Queenstown Station Information Centre (corner of Shotover and Camp Street). If you require a different pick up address this may be possible for an additional charge. Please contact us to arrange.

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 7

  • Children under 7 years old are required to ride in a child seat, which may be requested in advance for $50

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Pick Up: Outside the Queenstown Station Information Centre (corner of Shotover and Camp Street). If you require a different pick up address this may be possible for an additional charge. Please contact us to arrange.

    Departure time:

    8:30 am (1 November 31 March)

    9:00 am (1 April 31 October)


    Duration:

    10 hours (1 November 31 March)

    7 hours (1 April 31 October)


    Children under 7 must have a child seat by NZ law. You are welcome to bring your own, or please note this in the special requirements field at checkout to arrange a rental.

    If you are bringing young children on this trip, please bring something to occupy them, like an iPad, just in case they are not as into the tour as you might be.

    If you have infants under 3 and would like to arrange a private tour, please contact us directly.

    Unfortunately, our tour does not cater for people in wheelchairs, as our buses do not have a specialised lift.

    There is some walking involved in this tour on dirt tracks and the like, please wear suitable shoes.

    A 45min lunch break will be given in Te Anau, lunch at own expense (1 November 31 March)

    Weather permitting heavy snow and rain can occasionally occur in Fiordland National Park.

    Bring cash for exclusive souvenirs..


  • LOVE QUEENSTOWN COMMUNITY FUND:

    At Trails of Middle Earth, were proud to donate 1% of all proceeds to the Love Queenstown Community Fund. Every adventure you book with us supports grassroots efforts to preserve Queenstowns breathtaking landscapes.


Available Bookings from31 Jan to 13 Feb 2026

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  • Adult - Summer Tour (10hrs)$184.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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  • Adult - Summer Tour (10hrs)$294.40 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child - Summer Tour (10hrs)$250.00

  • Adult - Summer Tour (10hrs)$294.40 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child - Summer Tour (10hrs)$250.00

  • Adult - Summer Tour (10hrs)$294.40 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child - Summer Tour (10hrs)$250.00
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aikel from Germany wrote on 30 January 2026

Perfect day of hunting filming locations

I had a wonderful day at the various filming locations. If you don't want to go alone it's perfect for you because you also get a lot of information from your guide and get to discuss a lot of lotr lore. Highly recommended!

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irinas2 from New Zealand wrote on 29 October 2025

Amazing Adventure !!!

Highly recommended. Enjoyment trip with a lots of fun.

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