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Hanmer Springs Private Day Tour Including Hot Pool & Wine Tasting

Hanmer Springs Private Day Tour Including Hot Pool & Wine Tasting

5.0
(3)
10h
$371
per person
Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

5.0
(3)
1h
$176
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
$615
per person
Arthur’s Pass with Optional TranzAlpine Train (Private Tour)

Arthur’s Pass with Optional TranzAlpine Train (Private Tour)

5.0
(2)
1d
$494
per person
Standard Mystery Picnic Adventure in Queenstown

Standard Mystery Picnic Adventure in Queenstown

5.0
(2)
4h
$204
per person
Christchurch to Aoraki Mount Cook helicopter tour

Christchurch to Aoraki Mount Cook helicopter tour

5.0
(2)
3h
$1,940
per person
Dunedin Adventure: Private Family Heritage & Nature Walk

Dunedin Adventure: Private Family Heritage & Nature Walk

5.0
(2)
3h
$561
per person
Wine Gourmet and Scenic Mini Group Tour for 6-8 seats

Wine Gourmet and Scenic Mini Group Tour for 6-8 seats

5.0
(2)
5h
$1,171
per person
Christchurch International Airport to City Centre

Christchurch International Airport to City Centre

5.0
(2)
20m
$43
per person
3 Day Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Glowworm Tour from Queenstown

3 Day Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise and Glowworm Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(2)
3d
$1,310
per person
Glenorchy Snow Landing Helicopter Flight 30mins

Glenorchy Snow Landing Helicopter Flight 30mins

5.0
(2)
30m
$222
per person
Lake Hāwea: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

Lake Hāwea: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

5.0
(2)
6h
$420
per person
Solo Traveller Full Day Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights Tour from Blenheim

Solo Traveller Full Day Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights Tour from Blenheim

5.0
(2)
6h
$491
per person
Godley Head & Lyttelton Scenic Drive & Guided Walk (Private Tour)

Godley Head & Lyttelton Scenic Drive & Guided Walk (Private Tour)

5.0
(2)
8h
$247
per person
Explore Godley Head, Lyttelton & Christchurch (Small Group Tour)

Explore Godley Head, Lyttelton & Christchurch (Small Group Tour)

5.0
(2)
3h
$185
per person
Half Day Queenstown to Glenorchy Private Photography Tour

Half Day Queenstown to Glenorchy Private Photography Tour

5.0
(2)
5h
$173
per person
Kinross Winery: Premium Central Otago Wine Tasting Experience

Kinross Winery: Premium Central Otago Wine Tasting Experience

5.0
(2)
45m
$46
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
$2,965
per person
Kaikōura Whale Watching - Whales and Cray Tails

Kaikōura Whale Watching - Whales and Cray Tails

5.0
(2)
2h
$4,850
per person
Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour

Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour

5.0
(2)
12h
$164
per person
VIP Wine Experience from Queenstown Including Gourmet Lunch.

VIP Wine Experience from Queenstown Including Gourmet Lunch.

5.0
(2)
6h
$862
per person
Glenorchy 50 min Helicopter Tour | Earnslaw Burn & Waterfalls

Glenorchy 50 min Helicopter Tour | Earnslaw Burn & Waterfalls

5.0
(2)
50m
$349
per person
Franz Josef to Greymouth via Hokitika Gorge small-group (one-way)

Franz Josef to Greymouth via Hokitika Gorge small-group (one-way)

5.0
(2)
6h
$80
per person
Private Lord of the Rings Full Day Tour

Private Lord of the Rings Full Day Tour

5.0
(2)
10h
$1,236
per person
Private Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights Tour from Blenheim

Private Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights Tour from Blenheim

5.0
(2)
6h
$985
per person
Franz Josef Small Group Bespoke Heli Hike Adventure with lunch

Franz Josef Small Group Bespoke Heli Hike Adventure with lunch

5.0
(2)
7h
$884
per person
Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay

Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay

5.0
(2)
9h
$327
per person
Private Full Day Lord of the Rings Mavora Lakes Adventure!

Private Full Day Lord of the Rings Mavora Lakes Adventure!

5.0
(2)
7h
$988
per person
Te Anau to Invercargill Small Group Transfer

Te Anau to Invercargill Small Group Transfer

5.0
(2)
2h
$56
per person
Christchurch Alpaca Farm Tour From Kaiapoi

Christchurch Alpaca Farm Tour From Kaiapoi

5.0
(2)
1h
$25
per person
Christchurch INTL Airport Van Transfer to City Minimum 4 persons

Christchurch INTL Airport Van Transfer to City Minimum 4 persons

5.0
(2)
25m
$26
per person
Ridgeway Disk Golf Robot Shooting Axe Throw

Ridgeway Disk Golf Robot Shooting Axe Throw

5.0
(2)
4h
$927
per person
The Two Gods - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand

The Two Gods - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand

5.0
(2)
1d
$219
per person
Kaikoura Day Tour From Christchurch

Kaikoura Day Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(2)
11h
$185
per person
Happy Hour Cruise to Lochmara -from Picton? Take a short cruise

Happy Hour Cruise to Lochmara -from Picton? Take a short cruise

5.0
(2)
2h
$37
per person
Lake Marian Guided Hike with Transfers, Lunch & Morning Tea

Lake Marian Guided Hike with Transfers, Lunch & Morning Tea

5.0
(2)
8h
$192
per person
Christchurch Architectural Marvels: Private Walking Tour

Christchurch Architectural Marvels: Private Walking Tour

5.0
(2)
2h
$447
per person
Private Racecar Driving Simulator in Thrillzone Queenstown

Private Racecar Driving Simulator in Thrillzone Queenstown

5.0
(2)
30m
$24
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
$185
per person
Aoraki Adventure Private Tour from Timaru Cruise Port

Aoraki Adventure Private Tour from Timaru Cruise Port

5.0
(2)
7h
$736
per person
Queenstown Helicopter Experience Exclusive Earnslaw Burn Glacier

Queenstown Helicopter Experience Exclusive Earnslaw Burn Glacier

5.0
(2)
1h
$568
per person
Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo

Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo

5.0
(2)
30m
$462
per person
Private 3-Hour Fishing Charter

Private 3-Hour Fishing Charter

5.0
(2)
3h
$988
per person
Private Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury Shore Excursion

Private Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury Shore Excursion

5.0
(2)
7h
$494
per person
3 Day Private Photography Tour West Coast NZ Departs Queenstown

3 Day Private Photography Tour West Coast NZ Departs Queenstown

5.0
(2)
3d
$1,730
per person
Queenstown: 2-in-1 Off-Road Combo - Quad Bikes + Buggy Ride

Queenstown: 2-in-1 Off-Road Combo - Quad Bikes + Buggy Ride

5.0
(2)
1h
$216
per person
Lord of the Rings Mt Owen, Exit from the Mines of Moria

Lord of the Rings Mt Owen, Exit from the Mines of Moria

5.0
(2)
1h
$2,175
per person
3 Day Kayak & Walk North New Zealand

3 Day Kayak & Walk North New Zealand

5.0
(2)
3d
$197
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.