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Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

5.0
(4)
2h
$2,564
per person
Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

5.0
(4)
2h
$96
per person
Christchurch Secret Inner City Walking Tour and Hidden Gems

Christchurch Secret Inner City Walking Tour and Hidden Gems

5.0
(4)
2h
$80
per person
Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Private Tours Up to 4 people

Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Private Tours Up to 4 people

5.0
(4)
7h
$494
per person
Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers

Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers

5.0
(4)
4h
$108
per person
Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

5.0
(4)
8h
$321
per person
Heli-Picnic Alpine Lake Kahurangi National Park

Heli-Picnic Alpine Lake Kahurangi National Park

5.0
(4)
3h
$2,950
per person
Private Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour

Private Lord of the Rings Half Day Tour

5.0
(4)
4h
$741
per person
Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport

Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Airport

5.0
(4)
1h
$182
per person
6-Day South Island Southern Heritage Tour from Christchurch

6-Day South Island Southern Heritage Tour from Christchurch

5.0
(3)
6d
$1,443
per person
Akaroa & Giants House Garden tour ex Lyttelton (Shore Excursion)

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

5.0
(3)
6h
$339
per person
Heli-Scenic Nelson Mountain Adventure

Heli-Scenic Nelson Mountain Adventure

5.0
(3)
1h
$1,282
per person
Electric Bike and Wine Tour Queenstown

Electric Bike and Wine Tour Queenstown

5.0
(3)
8h
$117
per person
The Jewel in Milford Luxury Tour from Queenstown

The Jewel in Milford Luxury Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(3)
12h
$476
per person
Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers

Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers

5.0
(3)
7h
$201
per person
8 Day Southern Secrets Small Group Tour

8 Day Southern Secrets Small Group Tour

5.0
(3)
8d
$988
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
$100
per person
Private 3 Day Queenstown Glenorchy Wanaka and Tekapo

Private 3 Day Queenstown Glenorchy Wanaka and Tekapo

5.0
(3)
3d
$695
per person
Scenic Helicopter & Kepler Guided Hike from Te Anau with Lunch

Scenic Helicopter & Kepler Guided Hike from Te Anau with Lunch

5.0
(3)
8h
$481
per person
Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

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

5.0
(3)
6h
$265
per person
5 Day South Island Tour from Queenstown including Stewart Island

5 Day South Island Tour from Queenstown including Stewart Island

5.0
(3)
5d
$3,151
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
$2,209
per person
Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin

Mount Cook Tour: Finish at Queenstown, Christchurch or Dunedin

5.0
(3)
12h
$1,544
per person
Full-Day Omaka Aviation Heritage Center and Wine Tasting Tour

Full-Day Omaka Aviation Heritage Center and Wine Tasting Tour

5.0
(3)
5h
$170
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
$2,193
per person
Dunedin Private Tour: City Sights & Otago Peninsula

Dunedin Private Tour: City Sights & Otago Peninsula

5.0
(3)
3h
$1,112
per person
Pelorus Mail Boat Sunday Scenic Cruise – Full-Day from Havelock

Pelorus Mail Boat Sunday Scenic Cruise – Full-Day from Havelock

5.0
(3)
6h
$86
per person
Akaroa with optional dolphin cruise (Small Group Tour)

Akaroa with optional dolphin cruise (Small Group Tour)

5.0
(3)
7h
$339
per person
Wanaka Breweries E-Bike Tour

Wanaka Breweries E-Bike Tour

5.0
(3)
4h
$151
per person
Merino Farm Experience

Merino Farm Experience

5.0
(3)
1h
$59
per person
CRUISE SHIP DAY LYTTELTON Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours to Waipara

CRUISE SHIP DAY LYTTELTON Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours to Waipara

5.0
(3)
5h
$80
per person
AuthenticAs Paradise - Professional Photography & Exclusive Guided 4WD Tour

AuthenticAs Paradise - Professional Photography & Exclusive Guided 4WD Tour

5.0
(3)
6h
$1,544
per person
30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight

30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight

5.0
(3)
30m
$253
per person
Tunnels to Station On E-Bikes

Tunnels to Station On E-Bikes

5.0
(3)
6h
$99
per person
Te Tau Ihu West Coast Wilderness

Te Tau Ihu West Coast Wilderness

5.0
(3)
5h
$5,046
per person
Introduction to Wanaka Rock Climbing - Half Day

Introduction to Wanaka Rock Climbing - Half Day

5.0
(3)
4h
$382
per person
Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury

Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury

5.0
(3)
1h
$494
per person
Franz Josef Scenic Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing

Franz Josef Scenic Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing

5.0
(3)
1h
$377
per person
Invercargill to Te Anau Small Group Transfer

Invercargill to Te Anau Small Group Transfer

5.0
(3)
2h
$56
per person
Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch & Lyttelton

Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch & Lyttelton

5.0
(3)
8h
$104
per person
2 Day Freedom Kayak - Kayak Rental - New Zealand

2 Day Freedom Kayak - Kayak Rental - New Zealand

5.0
(3)
2d
$128
per person
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo the Ultimate combo from Queenstown

Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo the Ultimate combo from Queenstown

5.0
(3)
10h
$401
per person
Beginner Downhill Mountain Biking Lesson in Christchurch

Beginner Downhill Mountain Biking Lesson in Christchurch

5.0
(3)
2h
$59
per person
Christchurch International Airport To/From City Center Transfer

Christchurch International Airport To/From City Center Transfer

5.0
(3)
20m
$31
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
$402
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
$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
Kidz Club Queenstown

Kidz Club Queenstown

5.0
(3)
1h
$49
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.