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Off Road Quad Bike Adventure Tour in Franz Josef

Off Road Quad Bike Adventure Tour in Franz Josef

4.9
(242)
2h
$100
per person
Explore Queenstown's Scenic Trails with an Electric Bike

Explore Queenstown's Scenic Trails with an Electric Bike

4.9
(17)
4h
$53
per person
Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo Half-Day Tour (One-Way)

Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo Half-Day Tour (One-Way)

4.9
(17)
5h
$132
per person
Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

4.9
(17)
4h
$91
per person
Heli Hike Fox Glacier

Heli Hike Fox Glacier

4.9
(546)
4h
$451
per person
Shore Excursion Marlborough Wine Region Tour from Picton

Shore Excursion Marlborough Wine Region Tour from Picton

4.9
(67)
5h
$141
per person
Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tour from Blenheim

Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tour from Blenheim

4.9
(66)
7h
$173
per person
Milford Sound and Big Five Glaciers Scenic Flight

Milford Sound and Big Five Glaciers Scenic Flight

4.9
(41)
1h
$325
per person
Mt Cook Small Group Scenic Day Tour from Queenstown

Mt Cook Small Group Scenic Day Tour from Queenstown

4.9
(398)
13h
$155
per person
Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

4.9
(81)
5h
$56
per person
Queenstown Half-Day Canyoning Adventure

Queenstown Half-Day Canyoning Adventure

4.9
(353)
4h
$146
per person
Classic Wanaka Wine Tour

Classic Wanaka Wine Tour

4.9
(48)
6h
$222
per person
Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo

Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo

4.9
(8)
13h
$202
per person
Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

4.9
(111)
1h
$36
per person
Half-Day Canyoning in Gibbston Valley from Queenstown

Half-Day Canyoning in Gibbston Valley from Queenstown

4.9
(86)
4h
$146
per person
Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

4.9
(23)
6h
$114
per person
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

4.9
(336)
13h
$147
per person
Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour

4.9
(380)
4h
$111
per person
Moke Lake Kayak Experience

Moke Lake Kayak Experience

4.9
(38)
3h
$105
per person
Tranz Alpine Train Tour

Tranz Alpine Train Tour

4.9
(91)
9h
$440
per person
Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

4.9
(121)
3h
$91
per person
Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

4.9
(120)
35m
$292
per person
Milford Sound Business Class from Queenstown Cruise Lunch

Milford Sound Business Class from Queenstown Cruise Lunch

4.9
(15)
12h
$410
per person
Mt Cook to Christchurch One-Way Small Group Tour via Lake Tekapo

Mt Cook to Christchurch One-Way Small Group Tour via Lake Tekapo

4.9
(15)
5h
$106
per person
Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight

Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight

4.9
(67)
3h
$223
per person
Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

4.9
(658)
5h
$164
per person
Mou Waho Island Cruise and Guided Nature Walk

Mou Waho Island Cruise and Guided Nature Walk

4.9
(59)
3h
$105
per person
Cruise, Walk, and Sail in Abel Tasman National Park

Cruise, Walk, and Sail in Abel Tasman National Park

4.9
(22)
6h
$120
per person
Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

4.9
(29)
6h
$1,113
per person
The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

4.9
(165)
3h
$126
per person
Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton

Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton

4.9
(143)
3h
$108
per person
Castle, Coast & City Tour - 8 pax max - Castle Entrance Included

Castle, Coast & City Tour - 8 pax max - Castle Entrance Included

4.9
(92)
5h
$141
per person
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

4.9
(210)
40m
$146
per person
Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour

Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour

4.9
(14)
13h
$440
per person
Arthur’s Pass Tour From Christchurch With Jet Boat & TranzAlpine

Arthur’s Pass Tour From Christchurch With Jet Boat & TranzAlpine

4.9
(7)
10h
$355
per person
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

4.9
(7)
9h
$176
per person
Castle Hill & Arthur Pass Day Trip From Christchurch

Castle Hill & Arthur Pass Day Trip From Christchurch

4.9
(7)
9h
$176
per person
V8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch

V8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch

4.9
(7)
30m
$120
per person
Clearwater Private Penguin & Wildlife Tour from Port Otago (5hrs)

Clearwater Private Penguin & Wildlife Tour from Port Otago (5hrs)

4.9
(7)
5h
$1,612
per person
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

4.9
(196)
1h
$15
per person
60Min Classic VR (max 4 games)

60Min Classic VR (max 4 games)

4.9
(27)
1h
$47
per person
Queenstown Classic Wine Tour: 3 Winery Visits, Cave Tour & Cheese

Queenstown Classic Wine Tour: 3 Winery Visits, Cave Tour & Cheese

4.8
(199)
3h
$140
per person
Hologate VR - Multiplayer Virtual Reality

Hologate VR - Multiplayer Virtual Reality

4.8
(39)
30m
$32
per person
Knights of the Sky - The Great War Exhibition in Blenheim

Knights of the Sky - The Great War Exhibition in Blenheim

4.8
(26)
45m
$18
per person
Private Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region

Private Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region

4.8
(13)
6h
$322
per person
Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier lookout Small Group Tour from Queenstown

Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier lookout Small Group Tour from Queenstown

4.8
(286)
12h
$155
per person
Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50-Minute Helicopter Flight

Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50-Minute Helicopter Flight

4.8
(123)
50m
$517
per person
2-Hour Scenic Cruise in Lake Mapourika

2-Hour Scenic Cruise in Lake Mapourika

4.8
(97)
2h
$73
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.