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Rock Climbing Christchurch 1/2-day or full-day (Small Group Tour)

Rock Climbing Christchurch 1/2-day or full-day (Small Group Tour)

5.0
(5)
1d
$176
per person
Queenstown Hydro Attack Shark Ride Adventure

Queenstown Hydro Attack Shark Ride Adventure

5.0
(5)
15m
$106
per person
Skydive Mt. Cook - 20+ Seconds of Freefall from 10,000ft

Skydive Mt. Cook - 20+ Seconds of Freefall from 10,000ft

5.0
(5)
2h
$183
per person
Christchurch International Airport :Airport to City Centre

Christchurch International Airport :Airport to City Centre

5.0
(5)
30m
$50
per person
Private Flight - 2 Glaciers - Snow Landing - Franz Josef - 35mins

Private Flight - 2 Glaciers - Snow Landing - Franz Josef - 35mins

5.0
(5)
1h
$1,000
per person
Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views

Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views

5.0
(5)
5h
$224
per person
Private Christchurch & Lyttelton Scenic Day Tour

Private Christchurch & Lyttelton Scenic Day Tour

5.0
(5)
6h
$900
per person
Queenstown International Airport To/From City Center Transfer

Queenstown International Airport To/From City Center Transfer

5.0
(5)
30m
$44
per person
Milford Sound Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(5)
1h
$914
per person
Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin

Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin

5.0
(5)
3h
$133
per person
Milford Sound Helicopter and Cruise Tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Helicopter and Cruise Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(5)
5h
$965
per person
Milford Sound Tour: Cruise & Flight

Milford Sound Tour: Cruise & Flight

5.0
(5)
10h
$501
per person
Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group

Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group

5.0
(5)
8h
$224
per person
Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

5.0
(5)
13h
$796
per person
Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Goldrush Small Group Tour

Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Goldrush Small Group Tour

5.0
(5)
3h
$75
per person
Queenstown: Skippers Canyon - Private 4WD Tour

Queenstown: Skippers Canyon - Private 4WD Tour

5.0
(5)
4h
$944
per person
Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch

Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(5)
8h
$619
per person
9 Day South to North Island NZ Private Tour from Queenstown

9 Day South to North Island NZ Private Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(5)
9d
$6,018
per person
Queenstown Sunrise Glacier Scenic Flight by Glenorchy Air

Queenstown Sunrise Glacier Scenic Flight by Glenorchy Air

5.0
(4)
2h
$289
per person
Remarkables Alpine Guided Snowshoeing

Remarkables Alpine Guided Snowshoeing

5.0
(4)
4h
$401
per person
Private Tour: Winter Wine and Scenic Delights Tour from Picton

Private Tour: Winter Wine and Scenic Delights Tour from Picton

5.0
(4)
5h
$587
per person
Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

5.0
(4)
2h
$2,448
per person
Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

5.0
(4)
2h
$91
per person
Wines and Views Private Wine Tour of Otago from Queenstown

Wines and Views Private Wine Tour of Otago from Queenstown

5.0
(4)
5h
$1,169
per person
8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour

8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour

5.0
(4)
8d
$1,120
per person
 Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch

Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(4)
8h
$136
per person
Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

5.0
(4)
10h
$177
per person
Private Half Day Photography Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy

Private Half Day Photography Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy

5.0
(4)
4h
$212
per person
Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

5.0
(4)
8h
$307
per person
Milford Sound Grand Tour Helicopter Scenic Flight Departing from Milford Sound

Milford Sound Grand Tour Helicopter Scenic Flight Departing from Milford Sound

5.0
(4)
45m
$528
per person
Central Otago River Loop Trail on E-Bike

Central Otago River Loop Trail on E-Bike

5.0
(4)
2h
$74
per person
Milford Sound Private Day Trip from Queenstown via Te Anau

Milford Sound Private Day Trip from Queenstown via Te Anau

5.0
(4)
13h
$392
per person
Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

5.0
(4)
8h
$413
per person
Doubtful And Dusky Sound Helicopter Scenic Flight from Te Anau

Doubtful And Dusky Sound Helicopter Scenic Flight from Te Anau

5.0
(4)
1h
$914
per person
Heli-Picnic Alpine Lake Kahurangi National Park

Heli-Picnic Alpine Lake Kahurangi National Park

5.0
(4)
3h
$2,817
per person
Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(4)
7h
$1,003
per person
Christchurch INTL Airport Car Transfer to City max 4 persons

Christchurch INTL Airport Car Transfer to City max 4 persons

5.0
(4)
25m
$70
per person
Tandem Skydive 10,000ft from Franz Josef

Tandem Skydive 10,000ft from Franz Josef

5.0
(4)
3h
$214
per person
Lake Tekapo Private Day Trip from Queenstown

Lake Tekapo Private Day Trip from Queenstown

5.0
(4)
11h
$602
per person
Queenstown: Walter Peak Farm Tour and Lake Cruise

Queenstown: Walter Peak Farm Tour and Lake Cruise

5.0
(4)
3h
$80
per person
Queenstown Trails E-Bike Rental with Shuttle Service

Queenstown Trails E-Bike Rental with Shuttle Service

5.0
(4)
5h
$106
per person
Te Anau to Dunedin Via The Catlins Small-Group Tour (One-Way)

Te Anau to Dunedin Via The Catlins Small-Group Tour (One-Way)

5.0
(4)
11h
$171
per person
3 Day Unguided Kayaking starting in the Abel Tasman National Park New Zealand

3 Day Unguided Kayaking starting in the Abel Tasman National Park New Zealand

5.0
(4)
3d
$215
per person
Queenstown to Te Anau via Milford Sound inc Cruise & Lunch

Queenstown to Te Anau via Milford Sound inc Cruise & Lunch

5.0
(4)
10h
$206
per person
20 Minute Twin Glacier Overflight in Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers

20 Minute Twin Glacier Overflight in Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers

5.0
(3)
40m
$230
per person
30 Minute Twin Glacier Snow Landing - Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers

30 Minute Twin Glacier Snow Landing - Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers

5.0
(3)
50m
$307
per person
Lake Tekapo Stargazing & Mount Cook 2-Day Tour from Christchurch

Lake Tekapo Stargazing & Mount Cook 2-Day Tour from Christchurch

5.0
(3)
2d
$324
per person
Tunnels to Station On E-Bikes

Tunnels to Station On E-Bikes

5.0
(3)
6h
$94
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.