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Small Group Southern Voyager 7 Days Tour

Small Group Southern Voyager 7 Days Tour

5.0
(37)
7d
$1,519
per person
Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire

Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire

5.0
(36)
1h
$53
per person
Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery

Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery

5.0
(36)
5h
$1,112
per person
1 Day Sea Kayak Rental

1 Day Sea Kayak Rental

5.0
(36)
7h
$74
per person
Franz Josef: Mountain Scenic Spectacular 40-Min Helicopter Flight

Franz Josef: Mountain Scenic Spectacular 40-Min Helicopter Flight

5.0
(36)
40m
$415
per person
Queenstown Wine Tour

Queenstown Wine Tour

5.0
(319)
6h
$61
per person
Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour

Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour

5.0
(105)
4h
$129
per person
Full Day Lord of the Rings Mavora Lakes Adventure!

Full Day Lord of the Rings Mavora Lakes Adventure!

5.0
(34)
7h
$172
per person
Best Abel Tasman Day trip

Best Abel Tasman Day trip

5.0
(236)
6h
$247
per person
Milford Sound Scenic Flyover ex Queenstown

Milford Sound Scenic Flyover ex Queenstown

5.0
(100)
1h
$408
per person
 Milford Sound Small Group Tour, Cruise & Picnic Lunch

Milford Sound Small Group Tour, Cruise & Picnic Lunch

5.0
(98)
13h
$240
per person
20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight

20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight

5.0
(32)
20m
$143
per person
Wanaka 4x4 Explorer The Ultimate Lake and Mountain Adventure

Wanaka 4x4 Explorer The Ultimate Lake and Mountain Adventure

5.0
(95)
4h
$185
per person
Wild Hills Off Road Safari

Wild Hills Off Road Safari

5.0
(92)
4h
$204
per person
Queenstown: The Grand Circle Scenic Helicopter Flight

Queenstown: The Grand Circle Scenic Helicopter Flight

5.0
(30)
35m
$307
per person
Milford Extended Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Milford Extended Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(59)
2h
$883
per person
Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

5.0
(639)
6h
$164
per person
Queenstown Afternoon Wine Tour - Peregrine | Kinross | Amisfield

Queenstown Afternoon Wine Tour - Peregrine | Kinross | Amisfield

5.0
(87)
3h
$166
per person
Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Guided Walking Tour and Picnic

Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Guided Walking Tour and Picnic

5.0
(58)
5h
$185
per person
Private Christchurch Walking Tour

Private Christchurch Walking Tour

5.0
(29)
2h
$93
per person
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

5.0
(423)
3h
$83
per person
Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.

Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.

5.0
(55)
7h
$182
per person
Flight Experience our Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour

Flight Experience our Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour

5.0
(54)
1h
$185
per person
Award Winning Milford Sound Full Day Tour & Cruise from Te Anau

Award Winning Milford Sound Full Day Tour & Cruise from Te Anau

5.0
(1208)
9h
$185
per person
Full-Day Taste the Wines of Marlborough Tour

Full-Day Taste the Wines of Marlborough Tour

5.0
(131)
6h
$136
per person
 Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

5.0
(77)
1h
$83
per person
Full Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

Full Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour

5.0
(77)
10h
$240
per person
Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise

Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise

5.0
(2171)
2h
$80
per person
Discover Christchurch Tour

Discover Christchurch Tour

5.0
(127)
6h
$240
per person
Lake Cruise & Mou Waho Island Nature Walk

Lake Cruise & Mou Waho Island Nature Walk

5.0
(151)
3h
$176
per person
Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

5.0
(25)
8h
$525
per person
Full-Day Routeburn Track Key Summit Guided Walk from Te Anau

Full-Day Routeburn Track Key Summit Guided Walk from Te Anau

5.0
(24)
7h
$192
per person
Full Day Kayak & Walk Tour-Queen Charlotte Sound & Link Pathway

Full Day Kayak & Walk Tour-Queen Charlotte Sound & Link Pathway

5.0
(24)
8h
$93
per person
Lake Dunstan Discovery Day Tour by eBike with Shuttle

Lake Dunstan Discovery Day Tour by eBike with Shuttle

5.0
(24)
6h
$117
per person
Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

5.0
(586)
4h
$463
per person
Full-Day Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Walks from Te Anau

Full-Day Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Walks from Te Anau

5.0
(721)
9h
$192
per person
Seal Swimming Tour from Kaikoura

Seal Swimming Tour from Kaikoura

5.0
(278)
2h
$98
per person
Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

5.0
(23)
4h
$216
per person
Southern Duo kayak & walk tour

Southern Duo kayak & walk tour

5.0
(23)
8h
$117
per person
25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(91)
25m
$179
per person
Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

5.0
(675)
5h
$516
per person
Kaikoura Whale Watching - 45 Minute Ocean Safari

Kaikoura Whale Watching - 45 Minute Ocean Safari

5.0
(45)
1h
$510
per person
Golden Bay in a Day

Golden Bay in a Day

5.0
(22)
8h
$265
per person
Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

5.0
(300)
6h
$99
per person
Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure - Clutha River

Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure - Clutha River

5.0
(213)
1h
$83
per person
Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise

Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise

5.0
(84)
12h
$228
per person
Marlborough Classic Wine Tasting Tour.

Marlborough Classic Wine Tasting Tour.

5.0
(21)
4h
$105
per person
Wine Tour & Maori Culture Wanaka

Wine Tour & Maori Culture Wanaka

5.0
(82)
6h
$185
per person

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South Island , New Zealand

The South Island of New Zealand is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, including the Southern Alps, fiords, and vast stretches of untouched wilderness. It offers a diverse range of outdoor activities and adventure tourism opportunities, making it a paradise for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike.

Quick Facts

Nickname

The Mainland

Population

1,165,000

Climate

Temperate - The South Island experiences a temperate climate with cool summers and mild winters. The western coast is generally wetter due to the prevailing westerly winds, while the eastern coast is drier and sunnier. The climate can vary significantly depending on the region and elevation.

Best Time to Visit

Peak Season

December to February (Summer)

Summer is the peak tourist season, offering warm weather perfect for hiking, water sports, and exploring the great outdoors. The days are long, and the weather is generally stable.

Shoulder Season

March to April (Autumn) and September to November (Spring)

Shoulder seasons offer mild weather and fewer crowds. Autumn is known for its vibrant fall foliage, while spring brings blooming wildflowers and new growth.