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Mt Cook Supreme: 4 Glaciers with 2 Snow Landings - 60mins

Mt Cook Supreme: 4 Glaciers with 2 Snow Landings - 60mins

4.8
(43)
1h
$499
per person
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch

Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch

4.8
(352)
9h
$191
per person
Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

4.8
(1189)
3h
$93
per person
Highlands Motorsport Go-Karts.

Highlands Motorsport Go-Karts.

4.8
(67)
45m
$32
per person
Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown (half day)

Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour from Queenstown (half day)

4.8
(291)
4h
$180
per person
Marlborough Wine Tour - Afternoon of Cuisine & Wine 4hrs

Marlborough Wine Tour - Afternoon of Cuisine & Wine 4hrs

4.8
(141)
4h
$114
per person
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

4.8
(1454)
1h
$46
per person
45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook

45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook

4.8
(57)
45m
$396
per person
Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

4.8
(327)
2h
$73
per person
Mt Cook Small Group Tour & Heli Hike Combo from Queenstown

Mt Cook Small Group Tour & Heli Hike Combo from Queenstown

4.8
(64)
12h
$710
per person
Mount Cook: Mountains High 40-Minute Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook: Mountains High 40-Minute Helicopter Flight

4.8
(52)
40m
$394
per person
A 2 hour Small Group Dunedin City Highlights Tour

A 2 hour Small Group Dunedin City Highlights Tour

4.8
(28)
2h
$73
per person
Queenstown Sightseeing Tour: Highlights of Queenstown

Queenstown Sightseeing Tour: Highlights of Queenstown

4.8
(24)
3h
$99
per person
30min Classic VR (max 2 games)

30min Classic VR (max 2 games)

4.8
(24)
40m
$29
per person
Cardrona Single & Multi Day Mountain Bike Lift Pass

Cardrona Single & Multi Day Mountain Bike Lift Pass

4.8
(8)
6h
$58
per person
Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

4.8
(8)
5h
$153
per person
Christchurch City Private Day Tour with Gondola

Christchurch City Private Day Tour with Gondola

4.8
(8)
8h
$126
per person
Southern Alps Scenic

Southern Alps Scenic

4.8
(8)
1h
$1,215
per person
Riverside Electric Bike Tour

Riverside Electric Bike Tour

4.8
(4)
3h
$188
per person
Private Shore Excursion: Explore Marlborough from Picton

Private Shore Excursion: Explore Marlborough from Picton

4.8
(4)
4h
$1,113
per person
Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook (1 way) (Small Group)

Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook (1 way) (Small Group)

4.8
(4)
13h
$234
per person
Full-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim

Full-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim

4.8
(4)
6h
$147
per person
Milford Sound Coach & Extended Cruise from Queenstown

Milford Sound Coach & Extended Cruise from Queenstown

4.8
(4)
12h
$197
per person
Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise

Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise

4.7
(159)
2d
$786
per person
Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience

Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience

4.7
(524)
4h
$180
per person
Wine Tour with Wine Tasting from Wanaka

Wine Tour with Wine Tasting from Wanaka

4.7
(67)
4h
$174
per person
Ulva Island Explorer from Stewart Island

Ulva Island Explorer from Stewart Island

4.7
(74)
2h
$85
per person
Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton

Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton

4.7
(70)
7h
$56
per person
Milford Sound Cruise from Queenstown or Te Anau

Milford Sound Cruise from Queenstown or Te Anau

4.7
(229)
10h
$138
per person
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour & Cruise

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour & Cruise

4.7
(58)
6h
$135
per person
Dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm and Cruise from Queenstown

Dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm and Cruise from Queenstown

4.7
(568)
4h
$111
per person
Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

4.7
(81)
3h
$94
per person
Queenstown VIP Wine Drop and Hop Tour

Queenstown VIP Wine Drop and Hop Tour

4.7
(23)
6h
$52
per person
Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson

Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson

4.7
(187)
1h
$65
per person
Garden and City tour

Garden and City tour

4.7
(193)
4h
$35
per person
Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

4.7
(75)
6h
$188
per person
Arrowtown to Gibbston – Iconic Arrow River Bridges Bike Ride

Arrowtown to Gibbston – Iconic Arrow River Bridges Bike Ride

4.7
(41)
4h
$56
per person
Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin

Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin

4.7
(11)
3h
$132
per person
Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

4.7
(432)
12h
$203
per person
Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown

Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown

4.7
(40)
1h
$313
per person
Tandem Skydive 18,000ft from Franz Josef

Tandem Skydive 18,000ft from Franz Josef

4.7
(29)
3h
$487
per person
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

4.7
(90)
3h
$93
per person
Milford Sound Coach & Cruise ex Te Anau Stunning Views with Lunch

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise ex Te Anau Stunning Views with Lunch

4.7
(118)
8h
$173
per person
Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross

Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross

4.7
(32)
7h
$232
per person
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri

4.7
(479)
7h
$205
per person
Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle

Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle

4.7
(95)
6h
$153
per person
Queenstown Guided E-bike Wine Tour

Queenstown Guided E-bike Wine Tour

4.7
(7)
4h
$154
per person
Emerson's Brewery Tour

Emerson's Brewery Tour

4.7
(7)
1h
$23
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.