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Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

4.9
(347)
13h
$147
per person
The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

4.9
(166)
3h
$126
per person
Castle, Coast & City Tour - 8 pax max - Castle Entrance Included

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

4.9
(100)
5h
$141
per person
Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton

Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton

4.9
(147)
3h
$109
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
Clearwater Private Penguin & Wildlife Tour from Port Otago (5hrs)

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

4.9
(7)
5h
$2,319
per person
30-Minute High-Speed Thrill Queenstown Jet Boat Adventure

30-Minute High-Speed Thrill Queenstown Jet Boat Adventure

4.9
(7)
30m
$64
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
Private Driving Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region

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

4.9
(7)
6h
$323
per person
2-Hour Scenic Cruise in Lake Mapourika

2-Hour Scenic Cruise in Lake Mapourika

4.9
(103)
2h
$73
per person
Queenstown Classic Wine Tour: 3 Winery Visits, Cave Tour & Cheese

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

4.9
(205)
3h
$140
per person
60Min Classic VR (max 4 games)

60Min Classic VR (max 4 games)

4.9
(27)
1h
$35
per person
Hologate VR - Multiplayer Virtual Reality

Hologate VR - Multiplayer Virtual Reality

4.9
(40)
30m
$32
per person
Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour

Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour

4.9
(40)
6h
$176
per person
Private Queenstown Wine Tour All-Inclusive Tour

Private Queenstown Wine Tour All-Inclusive Tour

4.8
(33)
5h
$281
per person
Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier lookout Small Group Tour from Queenstown

Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier lookout Small Group Tour from Queenstown

4.8
(296)
12h
$156
per person
Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka

Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka

4.8
(72)
4h
$440
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
$323
per person
Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50-Minute Helicopter Flight

Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50-Minute Helicopter Flight

4.8
(123)
50m
$518
per person
Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 45min

Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 45min

4.8
(110)
1h
$382
per person
Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown

Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mount Cook from Queenstown

4.8
(217)
12h
$164
per person
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

4.8
(204)
1h
$15
per person
Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour from Queenstown

Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour from Queenstown

4.8
(82)
4h
$129
per person
Queenstown Hill Quad Bike Tour

Queenstown Hill Quad Bike Tour

4.8
(233)
3h
$205
per person
Marlborough Wine Tour - Picton Cruise Ship Shore Excursion Tour

Marlborough Wine Tour - Picton Cruise Ship Shore Excursion Tour

4.8
(25)
4h
$167
per person
Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

4.8
(131)
35m
$292
per person
Small-Group Zipline Adventure in Queenstown

Small-Group Zipline Adventure in Queenstown

4.8
(922)
2h
$70
per person
Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

4.8
(160)
2h
$79
per person
Fox Glacier: 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Fox Glacier: 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

4.8
(97)
25m
$232
per person
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting

Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting

4.8
(494)
1h
$26
per person
Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

4.8
(2502)
25m
$108
per person
Everything Queenstown 4 Hour Private Tour

Everything Queenstown 4 Hour Private Tour

4.8
(42)
4h
$499
per person
Full day Guided Sea Kayak Tour from Picton

Full day Guided Sea Kayak Tour from Picton

4.8
(24)
7h
$100
per person
Queenstown to Mt Cook Small Group Tour (One-Way)

Queenstown to Mt Cook Small Group Tour (One-Way)

4.8
(24)
4h
$126
per person
Tandem Hang Gliding

Tandem Hang Gliding

4.8
(18)
1h
$210
per person
Kinross Winery: Classic Central Otago Wine Tasting Experience

Kinross Winery: Classic Central Otago Wine Tasting Experience

4.8
(12)
45m
$15
per person
Exclusive Picton Wine & Scenic Adventure: VIP Cruise Experience

Exclusive Picton Wine & Scenic Adventure: VIP Cruise Experience

4.8
(6)
5h
$1,250
per person
Mt Cook Day Small-Group Tour From Queenstown

Mt Cook Day Small-Group Tour From Queenstown

4.8
(6)
13h
$146
per person
 West Coast Full Day Tour

West Coast Full Day Tour

4.8
(6)
8h
$211
per person
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train

Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train

4.8
(6)
12h
$299
per person
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

4.8
(417)
10h
$241
per person
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

4.8
(214)
25m
$226
per person
Kayak & Walk

Kayak & Walk

4.8
(160)
1d
$135
per person
Albatross, seals, and sea birds-Wildlife Cruise

Albatross, seals, and sea birds-Wildlife Cruise

4.8
(189)
1h
$100
per person
Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown

Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown

4.8
(112)
5h
$180
per person
Full-Day Marlborough Wine Region Bike Hire

Full-Day Marlborough Wine Region Bike Hire

4.8
(35)
7h
$38
per person
Milford Sound Business Class from Queenstown Cruise Lunch

Milford Sound Business Class from Queenstown Cruise Lunch

4.8
(29)
12h
$410
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.