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Private Departure Transfer: Central Christchurch to Christchurch Airport

Private Departure Transfer: Central Christchurch to Christchurch Airport

Duration varies
$309
per person
Fly a Helicopter with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch

Fly a Helicopter with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch

1h
$444
per person
Full Day Small Group Routeburn Valley Hike

Full Day Small Group Routeburn Valley Hike

7h
$296
per person
Lake Dunstan and Carrick Winery: Boat and eBike Adventure

Lake Dunstan and Carrick Winery: Boat and eBike Adventure

7h
$231
per person
Mt Cook Stargazing Experience

Mt Cook Stargazing Experience

1h
$61
per person
Queenstown Airport to Towncenter Transfer

Queenstown Airport to Towncenter Transfer

15m
$80
per person
Christchurch Helicopter Picnic

Christchurch Helicopter Picnic

1h
$415
per person
From the Green to the Grave: An Audio Tour of Queenstown

From the Green to the Grave: An Audio Tour of Queenstown

1h
$12
per person
 Hanmer Springs Hot Pool private day trip From Christchurch

Hanmer Springs Hot Pool private day trip From Christchurch

8h
$215
per person
Private Luxury Return Transfers - Queenstown to Cromwell Vineyard

Private Luxury Return Transfers - Queenstown to Cromwell Vineyard

2h
$398
per person
Private Luxury Return Transfers - Queenstown to Wanaka Vineyards

Private Luxury Return Transfers - Queenstown to Wanaka Vineyards

1h
$426
per person
Kaikoura Kayaking Adventure Small Group Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura Kayaking Adventure Small Group Tour from Christchurch

10h
$540
per person
Scenic Spooners Tunnel Adventure in Nelson Tasman

Scenic Spooners Tunnel Adventure in Nelson Tasman

7h
$120
per person
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

11h
$154
per person
Full-day Christchurch Highlights Tour

Full-day Christchurch Highlights Tour

8h
$283
per person
Private Guided Aoraki Mt Cook Tour ex Queenstown

Private Guided Aoraki Mt Cook Tour ex Queenstown

12h
$753
per person
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook Private Day Tour

Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook Private Day Tour

10h
$864
per person
Private Half-Day Mountain Bike Shuttle in Nelson

Private Half-Day Mountain Bike Shuttle in Nelson

3h
$55
per person
Guided 4-Day Snow Tour from Christchurch

Guided 4-Day Snow Tour from Christchurch

4d
$802
per person
Off The Beaten Track- Packhorse Hut Guided Walk (Private Tour)

Off The Beaten Track- Packhorse Hut Guided Walk (Private Tour)

8h
$463
per person
Dunedin private tour 3D2N from Christchurch

Dunedin private tour 3D2N from Christchurch

3d
$1,173
per person
Private Queenstown by Night Skyline and Lakeside Tour

Private Queenstown by Night Skyline and Lakeside Tour

3h
$140
per person
Glenafric Farm Experience: Private Shore Tour from Christchurch

Glenafric Farm Experience: Private Shore Tour from Christchurch

6h
$698
per person
Guided Rock Climbing - Half Day

Guided Rock Climbing - Half Day

4h
$191
per person
Abel Tasman Heli-Hike

Abel Tasman Heli-Hike

4h
$4,278
per person
Lead Climbing Wanaka - Full Day

Lead Climbing Wanaka - Full Day

8h
$678
per person
Sutherland Falls Helicopter Scenic Flight from Milford Sound

Sutherland Falls Helicopter Scenic Flight from Milford Sound

30m
$367
per person
Dunedin & North Otago Scenic & Wildlife Tour

Dunedin & North Otago Scenic & Wildlife Tour

7h
$556
per person
Stewart Island Transfer Flight - One way

Stewart Island Transfer Flight - One way

15m
$296
per person
Premium Wine Tasting Tour.

Premium Wine Tasting Tour.

4h
$136
per person
Customizable Private Tour in Christchurch New Zealand

Customizable Private Tour in Christchurch New Zealand

4h
$1,500
per person
Queenstown Riverside Sauna and Cold Plunge Experience

Queenstown Riverside Sauna and Cold Plunge Experience

1h
$22
per person
Queenstown to Franz Josef Day Tour

Queenstown to Franz Josef Day Tour

8h
$134
per person
Iconic Dunedin Coastal Tour by Minibus with Maori Cultural Walk

Iconic Dunedin Coastal Tour by Minibus with Maori Cultural Walk

7h
$185
per person
2 Hours Fishing in Lake Tekapo

2 Hours Fishing in Lake Tekapo

2h
$185
per person
Christchurch To Lake Tekapo One-way Transfer

Christchurch To Lake Tekapo One-way Transfer

Duration varies
$4,012
per person
Christchurch City Private Tour with Gondola Ticket

Christchurch City Private Tour with Gondola Ticket

7h
$130
per person
Queenstown Cruise and Wine Tour Combo

Queenstown Cruise and Wine Tour Combo

5h
$209
per person
Private Transfer from Picton Port to Blenheim Airport (BHE)

Private Transfer from Picton Port to Blenheim Airport (BHE)

35m
$135
per person
Private Transfer from Picton Cruise Port to Blenheim City Hotels

Private Transfer from Picton Cruise Port to Blenheim City Hotels

30m
$122
per person
Christchurch to Greymouth One Way Small Group Tour

Christchurch to Greymouth One Way Small Group Tour

6h
$99
per person
Zip and Sip Ziplining and Wine Tour Combo

Zip and Sip Ziplining and Wine Tour Combo

6h
$234
per person
Queenstown Wine Tour - Self Guided Audio Tour (Driving)

Queenstown Wine Tour - Self Guided Audio Tour (Driving)

2h
$31
per person
Queenstown Airport to/from Wanaka Hassle Free Private Transfer

Queenstown Airport to/from Wanaka Hassle Free Private Transfer

1h
$104
per person
Queenstown: Luggage Storage close to Queenstown Bay Beach

Queenstown: Luggage Storage close to Queenstown Bay Beach

1d
$8
per person
Private Tour Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Tekapo

Private Tour Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Tekapo

12h
$6,173
per person
Private One Way Transfer Tour between Picton & Christchurch

Private One Way Transfer Tour between Picton & Christchurch

Duration varies
$4,938
per person
Greymouth to Franz Josef via Hokitika Small Group Tour One Way

Greymouth to Franz Josef via Hokitika Small Group Tour One Way

6h
$80
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.