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A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure

3.7
(3)
2h
$12
per person
Christchurch City Scenic flight

Christchurch City Scenic flight

3.7
(3)
20m
$367
per person
Explore Dunedin: Self-Guided Audio Tour Adventure

Explore Dunedin: Self-Guided Audio Tour Adventure

3.7
(3)
5h
$14
per person
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

3.7
(26)
6h
$123
per person
Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

3.6
(14)
7h
$123
per person
Christchurch City Full Day Private Tour

Christchurch City Full Day Private Tour

3.6
(11)
8h
$392
per person
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City and Giants House Tour

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City and Giants House Tour

3.6
(14)
6h
$120
per person
Timaru - Lake Tekapo | High Country Sheep Station 4WD Tour

Timaru - Lake Tekapo | High Country Sheep Station 4WD Tour

3.5
(4)
6h
$358
per person
7-Day South Island Coastal Splendor Tour from Christchurch

7-Day South Island Coastal Splendor Tour from Christchurch

3.5
(4)
7d
$1,725
per person
Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port

Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port

3.5
(2)
6h
$297
per person
Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

3.3
(4)
6h
$462
per person
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Twin Harbour Tour (Lyttelton & Akaroa)

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Twin Harbour Tour (Lyttelton & Akaroa)

3.3
(4)
8h
$167
per person
Christchurch City Top Sights Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

Christchurch City Top Sights Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

3.2
(10)
3h
$114
per person
Christchurch Domestic Airport to City Hotels - Max 4 Pax & 2 Bags

Christchurch Domestic Airport to City Hotels - Max 4 Pax & 2 Bags

3.2
(6)
30m
$56
per person
Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour

3.1
(8)
1h
$15
per person
Wanaka Parasailing

Wanaka Parasailing

3.0
(4)
1h
$93
per person
2 Day West Coast Glaciers and TranzAlpine Train: Queenstown to Christchurch

2 Day West Coast Glaciers and TranzAlpine Train: Queenstown to Christchurch

3.0
(3)
2d
$1,534
per person
Stevensons Island Outstanding Scenic Cruise

Stevensons Island Outstanding Scenic Cruise

3.0
(3)
2h
$43
per person
5 Day South Island Circut: Trains, Glaciers and Milford Sound from Christchurch

5 Day South Island Circut: Trains, Glaciers and Milford Sound from Christchurch

3.0
(2)
5d
$3,102
per person
Picton Shore Excursion Queen Charlotte Sound Cruise

Picton Shore Excursion Queen Charlotte Sound Cruise

3.0
(2)
2h
$52
per person
Hop on Hop off Wine Tour Queenstown Ultimate Luxury

Hop on Hop off Wine Tour Queenstown Ultimate Luxury

3.0
(1)
7h
$160
per person
Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included

Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included

3.0
(1)
6h
$93
per person
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Queenstown Take The Leap!

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Queenstown Take The Leap!

3.0
(1)
2h
$12
per person
10 Days and 9 Nights New Zealand South Island Tour

10 Days and 9 Nights New Zealand South Island Tour

10d
$4,012
per person
7 Days South Island Private Tours from Chrischurch up to 4 people

7 Days South Island Private Tours from Chrischurch up to 4 people

7d
$5,494
per person
Christchurch to Franz Josef via Hokitika (1 way)

Christchurch to Franz Josef via Hokitika (1 way)

13h
$179
per person
Christchurch City Sights Experience for Cruise Passengers

Christchurch City Sights Experience for Cruise Passengers

5h
$1,300
per person
[Japanese guide] Christchurch scenic tour (1 day tour)

[Japanese guide] Christchurch scenic tour (1 day tour)

7h
$198
per person
One Day Tour from Hokitika on Wilderness Trail by eBike

One Day Tour from Hokitika on Wilderness Trail by eBike

5h
$148
per person
Private Queenstown and Wanaka City Day Tour

Private Queenstown and Wanaka City Day Tour

6h
$555
per person
Milford Sound Nature and Te Anau Farm Visit Over 2 Days

Milford Sound Nature and Te Anau Farm Visit Over 2 Days

2d
$151
per person
Central Otago River Loop Trail on E Bike

Central Otago River Loop Trail on E Bike

4h
$77
per person
Queenstown to Wānaka: A Self-Guided Gibbston Valley Driving Tour

Queenstown to Wānaka: A Self-Guided Gibbston Valley Driving Tour

2h
$8
per person
Queenstown International Airport to City Hotels Transfer

Queenstown International Airport to City Hotels Transfer

1m
$40
per person
Mt. Cook Private Day Tour from Dunedin

Mt. Cook Private Day Tour from Dunedin

11h
$525
per person
Half Island Scenic Helicopter Flight of Stewart Island

Half Island Scenic Helicopter Flight of Stewart Island

1h
$741
per person
2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

2d
$1,481
per person
3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coach Tour from Christchurch

3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coach Tour from Christchurch

3d
$1,062
per person
Wanaka - Private Family Bike Tour Experience - Up to 11 E-bikes

Wanaka - Private Family Bike Tour Experience - Up to 11 E-bikes

6h
$1,235
per person
Sea Kayaking Lyttelton Harbour from Christchurch (Private Tour)

Sea Kayaking Lyttelton Harbour from Christchurch (Private Tour)

1d
$463
per person
World in a day

World in a day

4h
$3,654
per person
Larnach Castle & Gardens Tour from Dunedin winter

Larnach Castle & Gardens Tour from Dunedin winter

3h
$50
per person
2 Day Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Tour from Christchurch

2 Day Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Tour from Christchurch

2d
$642
per person
Mt Cook Scenic & Tasman Glacier Heli Hike

Mt Cook Scenic & Tasman Glacier Heli Hike

4h
$4,105
per person
Private Guided Milford Sound Tour ex Queenstown

Private Guided Milford Sound Tour ex Queenstown

12h
$938
per person
Half Day Guided Mountain Biking Adventure in Nelson

Half Day Guided Mountain Biking Adventure in Nelson

3h
$77
per person
Private Mt Cook Photo Tour/ Experience (full day)

Private Mt Cook Photo Tour/ Experience (full day)

12h
$531
per person
Queen Charlotte Track Self Guided Hike to Eatwells Lookout

Queen Charlotte Track Self Guided Hike to Eatwells Lookout

9h
$77
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.