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Tunnels to Station On E-Bikes

Tunnels to Station On E-Bikes

5.0
(3)
6h
$94
per person
Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Private Tours Up to 4 people

Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Private Tours Up to 4 people

5.0
(3)
7h
$442
per person
Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins One Way Small Group Tour

Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins One Way Small Group Tour

5.0
(3)
11h
$171
per person
Akaroa & Giants House Garden tour ex Lyttelton (Shore Excursion)

Akaroa & Giants House Garden tour ex Lyttelton (Shore Excursion)

5.0
(3)
6h
$324
per person
Christchurch to Tekapo Small-Group Tour (one-way)

Christchurch to Tekapo Small-Group Tour (one-way)

5.0
(3)
3h
$117
per person
Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

5.0
(3)
4h
$253
per person
Queenstown to Dunedin with Taieri Gorge Train One-Way Tour

Queenstown to Dunedin with Taieri Gorge Train One-Way Tour

5.0
(3)
10h
$171
per person
Christchurch Secret Inner City Walking Tour and Hidden Gems

Christchurch Secret Inner City Walking Tour and Hidden Gems

5.0
(3)
2h
$76
per person
Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers

Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers

5.0
(3)
4h
$103
per person
Franz Josef Scenic Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing

Franz Josef Scenic Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing

5.0
(3)
1h
$360
per person
Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins Small Group 1 Way Tour

Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins Small Group 1 Way Tour

5.0
(3)
9h
$147
per person
Christchurch Heli-Jet - Helicopter and Jet Boat

Christchurch Heli-Jet - Helicopter and Jet Boat

5.0
(3)
1h
$277
per person
Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch

Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch

5.0
(3)
Duration varies
$383
per person
Te Tau Ihu West Coast Wilderness

Te Tau Ihu West Coast Wilderness

5.0
(3)
5h
$4,818
per person
Wanaka Breweries E-Bike Tour

Wanaka Breweries E-Bike Tour

5.0
(3)
4h
$145
per person
Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight

5.0
(3)
35m
$293
per person
Hanmer Springs Private Day Tour Including Hot Pool & Wine Tasting

Hanmer Springs Private Day Tour Including Hot Pool & Wine Tasting

5.0
(3)
10h
$354
per person
Arrival Private Transfer from Airport CHC to Christchurch in Business Car

Arrival Private Transfer from Airport CHC to Christchurch in Business Car

5.0
(3)
20m
$99
per person
Private Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour

Private Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour

5.0
(3)
4h
$708
per person
Private Transfer from Queenstown Central to Wanaka

Private Transfer from Queenstown Central to Wanaka

5.0
(3)
1h
$174
per person
Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

5.0
(3)
1h
$168
per person
Dunedin to Queenstown One Way Including Taieri Gorge Train

Dunedin to Queenstown One Way Including Taieri Gorge Train

5.0
(3)
9h
$171
per person
4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Christchurch

4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Christchurch

5.0
(3)
4d
$2,109
per person
Waterfall Climb and Canyon Tour in Otago

Waterfall Climb and Canyon Tour in Otago

5.0
(3)
6h
$194
per person
2 Day Freedom Kayak - Kayak Rental - New Zealand

2 Day Freedom Kayak - Kayak Rental - New Zealand

5.0
(3)
2d
$122
per person
Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin

Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin

5.0
(3)
12h
$1,474
per person
Queenstown to Christchurch via Franz Josef 2-Day Small-Group Tour

Queenstown to Christchurch via Franz Josef 2-Day Small-Group Tour

5.0
(3)
2d
$342
per person
Central Otago Wine Tour Small Group, Expert Guide & Scenic Views

Central Otago Wine Tour Small Group, Expert Guide & Scenic Views

5.0
(3)
7h
$141
per person
From Havelock to Marlborough Sounds Postie's Day Off Cruise

From Havelock to Marlborough Sounds Postie's Day Off Cruise

5.0
(3)
6h
$83
per person
30-Minute High-Speed Thrill Queenstown Jet Boat Adventure

30-Minute High-Speed Thrill Queenstown Jet Boat Adventure

5.0
(3)
30m
$64
per person
4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Queenstown

4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Queenstown

5.0
(3)
4d
$2,094
per person
 Private Day Tour To Aoraki Mount Cook from Queenstown

Private Day Tour To Aoraki Mount Cook from Queenstown

5.0
(3)
10h
$383
per person
Beginner Downhill Mountain Biking Lesson in Christchurch

Beginner Downhill Mountain Biking Lesson in Christchurch

5.0
(3)
1h
$56
per person
Kidz Club Queenstown

Kidz Club Queenstown

5.0
(3)
1h
$47
per person
From Wanaka Bike the Lake Dunstan Trail with Shuttle Return

From Wanaka Bike the Lake Dunstan Trail with Shuttle Return

5.0
(3)
8h
$118
per person
AuthenticAs Paradise - Professional Photography & Exclusive Guided 4WD Tour

AuthenticAs Paradise - Professional Photography & Exclusive Guided 4WD Tour

5.0
(3)
6h
$1,474
per person
Queenstown Gin and Whiskey tours

Queenstown Gin and Whiskey tours

5.0
(3)
6h
$156
per person
Lake Tekapo Ultimate Stargazing Experience

Lake Tekapo Ultimate Stargazing Experience

5.0
(3)
2h
$117
per person
Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

5.0
(3)
2h
$86
per person
Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport

Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport

5.0
(3)
1h
$174
per person
6-Day South Island Southern Heritage Tour from Christchurch

6-Day South Island Southern Heritage Tour from Christchurch

5.0
(2)
6d
$1,378
per person
5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Dunedin

5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Dunedin

5.0
(2)
5d
$2,832
per person
Private Tour: Winter Wine and Scenic Delights Tour from Blenheim

Private Tour: Winter Wine and Scenic Delights Tour from Blenheim

5.0
(2)
5h
$587
per person
(MT) Mount Cook Return Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo from Christchurch

(MT) Mount Cook Return Day Tour Via Lake Tekapo from Christchurch

5.0
(2)
13h
$176
per person
Ridgeway Disk Golf Robot Shooting Axe Throw

Ridgeway Disk Golf Robot Shooting Axe Throw

5.0
(2)
4h
$885
per person
Christchurch International Airport to City Centre

Christchurch International Airport to City Centre

5.0
(2)
20m
$41
per person
Dunedin Private Tour: City Sights & Otago Peninsula

Dunedin Private Tour: City Sights & Otago Peninsula

5.0
(2)
3h
$1,062
per person
VIP Wine Experience from Queenstown Including Gourmet Lunch.

VIP Wine Experience from Queenstown Including Gourmet Lunch.

5.0
(2)
6h
$823
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.