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North Canterbury Helicopter Winery lunch

North Canterbury Helicopter Winery lunch

5.0
(1)
3h
$510
per person
Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ

Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ

5.0
(1)
1h
$12
per person
Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour

Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour

5.0
(1)
6h
$821
per person
Coronet Peak Ski: Private Shuttle

Coronet Peak Ski: Private Shuttle

5.0
(1)
7h
$285
per person
Milford Sound Extended Cruise with Southern Discoveries

Milford Sound Extended Cruise with Southern Discoveries

5.0
(1)
2h
$117
per person
Kaikōura Whale Watching - Whales and Cray Tails

Kaikōura Whale Watching - Whales and Cray Tails

5.0
(1)
2h
$4,603
per person
Scenic Helicopter Flight, Mountain Landing & Wine Tour Queenstown

Scenic Helicopter Flight, Mountain Landing & Wine Tour Queenstown

5.0
(1)
6h
$513
per person
1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura

1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura

5.0
(1)
1h
$243
per person
Christchurch Essentials Guided Walking Tour

Christchurch Essentials Guided Walking Tour

5.0
(1)
1h
$15
per person
Arrival Transfer: Airport CHC to Christchurch by Luxury Van

Arrival Transfer: Airport CHC to Christchurch by Luxury Van

5.0
(1)
20m
$111
per person
Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch

Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch

5.0
(1)
9h
$381
per person
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Waipara Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Waipara Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

5.0
(1)
8h
$188
per person
Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch

Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch

5.0
(1)
9h
$226
per person
Kaikoura Helicopters Grand Alpine Helicopter Tour

Kaikoura Helicopters Grand Alpine Helicopter Tour

5.0
(1)
1h
$468
per person
Heli-Scenic Abel Tasman Experience

Heli-Scenic Abel Tasman Experience

5.0
(1)
2h
$2,028
per person
Trial Flight

Trial Flight

5.0
(1)
1h
$305
per person
3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Kayak & Walk - Nelson

3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Kayak & Walk - Nelson

5.0
(1)
3d
$1,167
per person
Queenstown - Private Family Group Bike Tour, Up to 11 E-bikes

Queenstown - Private Family Group Bike Tour, Up to 11 E-bikes

5.0
(1)
6h
$1,173
per person
Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Van

Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Van

5.0
(1)
20m
$111
per person
Full Day Sightseeing Tour To Discover Queenstown's Scenic Wonder

Full Day Sightseeing Tour To Discover Queenstown's Scenic Wonder

5.0
(1)
6h
$527
per person
Expert Fly Fishing Adventures with Matt Butler from Te Anau

Expert Fly Fishing Adventures with Matt Butler from Te Anau

5.0
(1)
8h
$821
per person
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter

Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter

5.0
(1)
8h
$202
per person
Dunedin to Invercargill via the Catlins 1 Way Small Group Tour

Dunedin to Invercargill via the Catlins 1 Way Small Group Tour

5.0
(1)
9h
$147
per person
Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

5.0
(1)
2h
$545
per person
Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Helicopter Experience

Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Helicopter Experience

5.0
(1)
12h
$381
per person
Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience

Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience

5.0
(1)
12h
$454
per person
Kaikoura Whales

Kaikoura Whales

5.0
(1)
3h
$1,510
per person
Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch

Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch

5.0
(1)
Duration varies
$5,864
per person
Lake Hāwea: 3 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

Lake Hāwea: 3 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

5.0
(1)
3h
$208
per person
1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Tour)

1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
4h
$234
per person
Day Tours from Mount Cook

Day Tours from Mount Cook

5.0
(1)
5h
$106
per person
Rowboat Rental in New Zealand for 30, 60 or 120 Minutes

Rowboat Rental in New Zealand for 30, 60 or 120 Minutes

5.0
(1)
30m
$12
per person
Queenstown Helicopter Experience Exclusive Earnslaw Burn Glacier

Queenstown Helicopter Experience Exclusive Earnslaw Burn Glacier

5.0
(1)
1h
$539
per person
Paradise Day Walks

Paradise Day Walks

5.0
(1)
Duration varies
$281
per person
Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Central up to 4 people.

Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Central up to 4 people.

5.0
(1)
30m
$73
per person
Experience Travel Recovery by 75 min Head Spa in Christchurch

Experience Travel Recovery by 75 min Head Spa in Christchurch

5.0
(1)
1h
$93
per person
3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Walk

3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Walk

5.0
(1)
3d
$1,020
per person
Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin

Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin

5.0
(1)
9h
$381
per person
Private 3 Day Queenstown Glenorchy Wanaka and Tekapo

Private 3 Day Queenstown Glenorchy Wanaka and Tekapo

5.0
(1)
3d
$660
per person
Picton Shore Excursion Kaipupu Sanctuary Water Taxi

Picton Shore Excursion Kaipupu Sanctuary Water Taxi

5.0
(1)
2h
$15
per person
2 Day TranzAlpine Train & Glaciers: Christchurch to Queenstown

2 Day TranzAlpine Train & Glaciers: Christchurch to Queenstown

5.0
(1)
2d
$1,463
per person
Electric Bike and Wine Tour Queenstown

Electric Bike and Wine Tour Queenstown

5.0
(1)
8h
$111
per person
Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo

Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo

5.0
(1)
30m
$438
per person
Godley Head & Lyttelton Scenic Drive & Guided Walk (Private Tour)

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

5.0
(1)
8h
$234
per person
Farm & Wine Experience Fun Experience from Queenstown New Zealand

Farm & Wine Experience Fun Experience from Queenstown New Zealand

5.0
(1)
6h
$416
per person
Private Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury Shore Excursion

Private Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury Shore Excursion

5.0
(1)
7h
$469
per person
Moutere Ebike Wine and Food One Day Self Guided Tour

Moutere Ebike Wine and Food One Day Self Guided Tour

5.0
(1)
7h
$144
per person
Private Lord of the Rings Full Day Tour

Private Lord of the Rings Full Day Tour

5.0
(1)
10h
$1,173
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.