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Mitre Peak Helicopter Scenic Flight from Milford Sound

Mitre Peak Helicopter Scenic Flight from Milford Sound

5.0
(1)
15m
$275
per person
 Lake Tekapo & Mt. Cook the Ultimate Day tour from Christchurch

Lake Tekapo & Mt. Cook the Ultimate Day tour from Christchurch

5.0
(1)
7h
$210
per person
Coronet Peak Ski: Private Shuttle

Coronet Peak Ski: Private Shuttle

5.0
(1)
7h
$301
per person
Go Caving & Explore Castle Hill from Christchurch (Private Tour)

Go Caving & Explore Castle Hill from Christchurch (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
1d
$494
per person
Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch

Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch

5.0
(1)
Duration varies
$6,178
per person
Routeburn Guided Day Hike from Te Anau with Lunch & Transport

Routeburn Guided Day Hike from Te Anau with Lunch & Transport

5.0
(1)
8h
$192
per person
Private Tour South Island (From Queenstown)

Private Tour South Island (From Queenstown)

5.0
(1)
Duration varies
$2,471
per person
Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook & Tekapo (Private Tour)

Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook & Tekapo (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
12h
$6,178
per person
Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki Day Tour

Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki Day Tour

5.0
(1)
10h
$309
per person
Hokitika Gorge Walk and Wilderness Trail Tour by eBike

Hokitika Gorge Walk and Wilderness Trail Tour by eBike

5.0
(1)
6h
$222
per person
Lake tekapo & Mt. Cook Private tour from Christchurch

Lake tekapo & Mt. Cook Private tour from Christchurch

5.0
(1)
12h
$204
per person
Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot

Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot

5.0
(1)
1h
$238
per person
Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch

Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(1)
1h
$154
per person
Day Tours from Mount Cook

Day Tours from Mount Cook

5.0
(1)
5h
$124
per person
Scenic Helicopter Flight, Mountain Landing & Wine Tour Queenstown

Scenic Helicopter Flight, Mountain Landing & Wine Tour Queenstown

5.0
(1)
7h
$541
per person
Cruise Excursion Self Guided Biking Wine Tour

Cruise Excursion Self Guided Biking Wine Tour

5.0
(1)
6h
$93
per person
Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience

Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience

5.0
(1)
12h
$479
per person
Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Helicopter Experience

Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Helicopter Experience

5.0
(1)
12h
$401
per person
Milford Sound Tour Cruise and Helicopter

Milford Sound Tour Cruise and Helicopter

5.0
(1)
10h
$1,035
per person
Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Cascade Room Upgrade

Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Cascade Room Upgrade

5.0
(1)
2h
$163
per person
Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

5.0
(158)
3h
$154
per person
Full Day Guided Walking Tour and Picnic around Godley Head

Full Day Guided Walking Tour and Picnic around Godley Head

5.0
(150)
6h
$185
per person
CHP Bike Rentals Cromwell

CHP Bike Rentals Cromwell

5.0
(280)
4h
$111
per person
Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike with Lorelle & Greg

Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike with Lorelle & Greg

5.0
(321)
7h
$43
per person
The Ultimate Lake Dunstan Bike Hire And Boat Experience

The Ultimate Lake Dunstan Bike Hire And Boat Experience

5.0
(102)
6h
$179
per person
Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau with Cruise

Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau with Cruise

5.0
(281)
9h
$209
per person
Queenstown Guided Self-Drive Buggy Tour

Queenstown Guided Self-Drive Buggy Tour

5.0
(182)
1h
$315
per person
Wine Tour & Maori Culture Queenstown

Wine Tour & Maori Culture Queenstown

5.0
(88)
5h
$185
per person
Wildwire Wanaka- Level 2 (4 Hours)

Wildwire Wanaka- Level 2 (4 Hours)

5.0
(472)
4h
$232
per person
Scenic Cruise & Guided walk on Historic Motor Yacht Lake Te Anau

Scenic Cruise & Guided walk on Historic Motor Yacht Lake Te Anau

5.0
(76)
1d
$102
per person
Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka

Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka

5.0
(303)
1h
$98
per person
Lake Dunstan Cycleway Bike Rental With Return Luxury Shuttle

Lake Dunstan Cycleway Bike Rental With Return Luxury Shuttle

5.0
(147)
5h
$93
per person
Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure

Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure

5.0
(68)
2h
$61
per person
Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+)

Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+)

5.0
(269)
3h
$432
per person
Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau

Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau

5.0
(134)
4h
$158
per person
Scenic Guided eBike Tour Ride to the Lake

Scenic Guided eBike Tour Ride to the Lake

5.0
(67)
3h
$139
per person
Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour

Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour

5.0
(66)
4h
$154
per person
Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness

Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness

5.0
(684)
2h
$127
per person
Jimmy’s Classic Marlborough Wine tours

Jimmy’s Classic Marlborough Wine tours

5.0
(56)
6h
$244
per person
Packraft Wanaka

Packraft Wanaka

5.0
(56)
7h
$271
per person
Milford Sound Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

Milford Sound Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

5.0
(111)
4h
$339
per person
Dunedin WATER TAXI-Port To Port

Dunedin WATER TAXI-Port To Port

5.0
(110)
10m
$31
per person
Glentanner High Country Heli Hike

Glentanner High Country Heli Hike

5.0
(52)
4h
$306
per person
Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Day Tour (1-Way)

Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Day Tour (1-Way)

5.0
(47)
12h
$179
per person
Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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(261)
3h
$123
per person
Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula

Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula

5.0
(43)
4h
$154
per person
Bike & Wine Tour: Arrowtown to Valley of the Vines

Bike & Wine Tour: Arrowtown to Valley of the Vines

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(209)
7h
$75
per person
Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour

Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour

5.0
(187)
1h
$74
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.