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Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson

Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson

4.7
(189)
1h
$68
per person
Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

4.7
(437)
12h
$213
per person
Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross

Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross

4.7
(33)
7h
$244
per person
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

4.7
(91)
3h
$83
per person
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri

4.7
(502)
7h
$215
per person
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo

Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo

4.7
(109)
1h
$61
per person
Tandem Skydive 18,000ft from Franz Josef

Tandem Skydive 18,000ft from Franz Josef

4.7
(29)
3h
$512
per person
Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

4.7
(76)
6h
$198
per person
Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton

Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton

4.7
(72)
7h
$65
per person
Day Trip: Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook National Park

Day Trip: Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook National Park

4.7
(32)
8h
$92
per person
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

4.7
(187)
4h
$104
per person
Cardrona Summer Gondola Sightseeing Pass

Cardrona Summer Gondola Sightseeing Pass

4.7
(7)
30m
$22
per person
Quickie Tours 1 Hour City Sights Tour Cruise Ship days Only

Quickie Tours 1 Hour City Sights Tour Cruise Ship days Only

4.7
(7)
1h
$25
per person
Queenstown Guided E-bike Wine Tour

Queenstown Guided E-bike Wine Tour

4.7
(7)
4h
$161
per person
Stewart Island Wild Kiwi Experiences

Stewart Island Wild Kiwi Experiences

4.7
(73)
5h
$160
per person
Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle

Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle

4.7
(97)
6h
$160
per person
NZONE Skydive Queenstown

NZONE Skydive Queenstown

4.7
(1444)
3h
$222
per person
Milford Sound Cruise

Milford Sound Cruise

4.7
(264)
1h
$90
per person
KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers

KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers

4.7
(597)
1h
$92
per person
Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton

Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton

4.7
(92)
Duration varies
$164
per person
Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman

Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman

4.7
(34)
7h
$83
per person
Milford Sound Coach, Cruise and Flight Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Coach, Cruise and Flight Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

4.7
(67)
9h
$584
per person
West Coast Tower Zipline & Treetop Walk Combo

West Coast Tower Zipline & Treetop Walk Combo

4.7
(20)
2h
$74
per person
Fox Glacier: Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Fox Glacier: Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

4.7
(20)
25m
$244
per person
Twin Glacier Fox and Franz, Snow Landing (allow 30 mins - departing Fox Glacier)

Twin Glacier Fox and Franz, Snow Landing (allow 30 mins - departing Fox Glacier)

4.7
(10)
30m
$279
per person
Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ

Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ

4.7
(472)
2h
$96
per person
Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

4.7
(63)
4h
$80
per person
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

4.7
(301)
4h
$75
per person
Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight

4.7
(135)
55m
$554
per person
Mt Cook to Queenstown Small Group Tour (One-Way)

Mt Cook to Queenstown Small Group Tour (One-Way)

4.7
(26)
4h
$111
per person
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

4.7
(26)
4h
$104
per person
Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

4.7
(809)
12h
$151
per person
Milford Sound Premium Coach and Cruise with Lunch from Te Anau

Milford Sound Premium Coach and Cruise with Lunch from Te Anau

4.7
(42)
7h
$182
per person
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Jet Boating

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Jet Boating

4.7
(29)
6h
$148
per person
Tandem Skydive 13,000ft from Franz Josef

Tandem Skydive 13,000ft from Franz Josef

4.7
(16)
3h
$275
per person
Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak

Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak

4.7
(127)
1h
$222
per person
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

4.7
(130)
3h
$111
per person
Lake Tekapo Scenic Wilderness Cass Valley Tour

Lake Tekapo Scenic Wilderness Cass Valley Tour

4.7
(19)
3h
$228
per person
Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

4.7
(60)
2h
$55
per person
45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

4.7
(110)
45m
$352
per person
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

4.7
(247)
12h
$286
per person
Cardrona Mountain Carting

Cardrona Mountain Carting

4.7
(37)
3h
$104
per person
Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch

Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch

4.7
(589)
12h
$213
per person
55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter

55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter

4.7
(36)
55m
$474
per person
Fox Glacier: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Fox Glacier: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

4.7
(33)
35m
$307
per person
Cruise, Walk, and Sail in Abel Tasman National Park

Cruise, Walk, and Sail in Abel Tasman National Park

4.7
(30)
6h
$127
per person
Fox Glacier Mountain Scenic Spectacular 40-Min Helicopter Flight

Fox Glacier Mountain Scenic Spectacular 40-Min Helicopter Flight

4.7
(27)
40m
$415
per person
Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group

Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group

4.7
(9)
8h
$235
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.