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Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

4.9
(86)
1h
$29
per person
Full-Day Sailing Adventure in the Abel Tasman National Park

Full-Day Sailing Adventure in the Abel Tasman National Park

4.9
(76)
7h
$159
per person
Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo One Way Small Group Tour

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

4.9
(19)
5h
$132
per person
Jet Boat and Wilderness Walk Tour from Wanaka

Jet Boat and Wilderness Walk Tour from Wanaka

4.9
(256)
4h
$204
per person
Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

4.9
(196)
9h
$484
per person
Quad Bike - Bayview Circuit

Quad Bike - Bayview Circuit

4.9
(56)
2h
$112
per person
Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

4.9
(193)
25m
$232
per person
Queenstown Kawarau River Whitewater Rafting

Queenstown Kawarau River Whitewater Rafting

4.9
(55)
4h
$140
per person
Queenstown Half-Day Canyoning Adventure

Queenstown Half-Day Canyoning Adventure

4.9
(400)
4h
$146
per person
The Family Cruiser

The Family Cruiser

4.9
(244)
3h
$65
per person
Top Rated Afternoon Wine & Beer Tour with Platters Included

Top Rated Afternoon Wine & Beer Tour with Platters Included

4.9
(361)
4h
$150
per person
Franz Josef Nature Tour

Franz Josef Nature Tour

4.9
(99)
3h
$65
per person
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight

Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight

4.9
(99)
30m
$146
per person
Milford Sound and Big Five Glaciers Scenic Flight

Milford Sound and Big Five Glaciers Scenic Flight

4.9
(45)
1h
$325
per person
Queenstown Progressive Dinner & Wine Tour | 3 Stunning Locations

Queenstown Progressive Dinner & Wine Tour | 3 Stunning Locations

4.9
(36)
3h
$281
per person
Queenstown Memories Helicopter Flight

Queenstown Memories Helicopter Flight

4.9
(36)
30m
$346
per person
Great Taste Beer Tour by Bicycle (Self-guided)

Great Taste Beer Tour by Bicycle (Self-guided)

4.9
(18)
6h
$76
per person
Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

4.9
(18)
4h
$91
per person
Queen Charlotte Track - Ultimate one Day Walk and Cruise

Queen Charlotte Track - Ultimate one Day Walk and Cruise

4.9
(9)
9h
$216
per person
Shackleton Glacier Whiskey Endurance - 50mins

Shackleton Glacier Whiskey Endurance - 50mins

4.9
(9)
50m
$411
per person
Massages in Queenstown

Massages in Queenstown

4.9
(250)
2h
$173
per person
 Arrowtown Wanaka Private Day Tour from Queenstown

Arrowtown Wanaka Private Day Tour from Queenstown

4.9
(88)
7h
$998
per person
Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour

Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour

4.9
(44)
1h
$643
per person
Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing

Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing

4.9
(167)
25m
$232
per person
Moke Lake Kayak Experience

Moke Lake Kayak Experience

4.9
(43)
3h
$105
per person
Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

4.9
(85)
5h
$56
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
Heli Hike Fox Glacier

Heli Hike Fox Glacier

4.9
(558)
4h
$452
per person
Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

4.9
(25)
6h
$114
per person
Half-Day Canyoning in Gibbston Valley from Queenstown

Half-Day Canyoning in Gibbston Valley from Queenstown

4.9
(91)
4h
$146
per person
Mt Cook Small Group Scenic Day Tour from Queenstown

Mt Cook Small Group Scenic Day Tour from Queenstown

4.9
(405)
13h
$156
per person
Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tour from Blenheim

Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tour from Blenheim

4.9
(66)
7h
$173
per person
Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

4.9
(114)
1h
$36
per person
Dunedin Wildlife Cruise-Albatross, seals and harbour

Dunedin Wildlife Cruise-Albatross, seals and harbour

4.9
(113)
1h
$100
per person
Classic Wanaka Wine Tour

Classic Wanaka Wine Tour

4.9
(48)
6h
$234
per person
V8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch

V8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch

4.9
(8)
30m
$120
per person
Milford Sound Extended Cruise with Southern Discoveries

Milford Sound Extended Cruise with Southern Discoveries

4.9
(8)
2h
$117
per person
Arthur’s Pass Tour From Christchurch With Jet Boat & TranzAlpine

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

4.9
(8)
10h
$355
per person
Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight

Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight

4.9
(71)
3h
$223
per person
Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

4.9
(31)
6h
$1,115
per person
Shore Excursion Marlborough Wine Region Tour from Picton

Shore Excursion Marlborough Wine Region Tour from Picton

4.9
(69)
5h
$141
per person
Mou Waho Island Cruise and Guided Nature Walk

Mou Waho Island Cruise and Guided Nature Walk

4.9
(61)
3h
$105
per person
Tranz Alpine Train Tour

Tranz Alpine Train Tour

4.9
(91)
9h
$440
per person
Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

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

4.9
(667)
5h
$164
per person
Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour from Queenstown

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour from Queenstown

4.9
(395)
4h
$111
per person
Lake Dunstan E Bike Trail Activity

Lake Dunstan E Bike Trail Activity

4.9
(22)
5h
$88
per person
Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

4.9
(123)
3h
$91
per person
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

4.9
(217)
40m
$161
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.