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Cardrona Summer Gondola Sightseeing Pass

Cardrona Summer Gondola Sightseeing Pass

4.7
(7)
30m
$21
per person
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo

Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo

4.7
(101)
1h
$58
per person
Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

4.7
(59)
2h
$52
per person
Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak

Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak

4.7
(124)
1h
$211
per person
NZONE Skydive Queenstown

NZONE Skydive Queenstown

4.7
(1434)
3h
$211
per person
Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton

Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton

4.7
(92)
Duration varies
$156
per person
Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman

Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman

4.7
(34)
7h
$79
per person
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

4.7
(180)
4h
$99
per person
Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

4.7
(61)
4h
$76
per person
KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers

KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers

4.7
(586)
1h
$87
per person
Twin Glacier Fox and Franz, Snow Landing (allow 30 mins - departing Fox Glacier)

Twin Glacier Fox and Franz, Snow Landing (allow 30 mins - departing Fox Glacier)

4.7
(10)
30m
$265
per person
Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

4.7
(767)
12h
$144
per person
Milford Sound Coach, Cruise and Flight Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Coach, Cruise and Flight Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

4.7
(65)
9h
$556
per person
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

4.7
(26)
4h
$99
per person
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

4.7
(295)
4h
$72
per person
Stewart Island Wild Kiwi Experiences

Stewart Island Wild Kiwi Experiences

4.7
(68)
5h
$152
per person
Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ

Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ

4.7
(452)
2h
$91
per person
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Jet Boating

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Jet Boating

4.7
(29)
6h
$141
per person
Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight

4.7
(132)
55m
$527
per person
Milford Sound Cruise

Milford Sound Cruise

4.7
(247)
1h
$85
per person
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

4.7
(128)
3h
$106
per person
Tandem Skydive 13,000ft from Franz Josef

Tandem Skydive 13,000ft from Franz Josef

4.7
(16)
3h
$262
per person
West Coast Tower Zipline & Treetop Walk Combo

West Coast Tower Zipline & Treetop Walk Combo

4.7
(19)
2h
$70
per person
Lake Tekapo Scenic Wilderness Cass Valley Tour

Lake Tekapo Scenic Wilderness Cass Valley Tour

4.7
(19)
3h
$205
per person
Milford Sound Premium Coach and Cruise with Lunch from Te Anau

Milford Sound Premium Coach and Cruise with Lunch from Te Anau

4.7
(41)
7h
$173
per person
Day Trip: Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook National Park

Day Trip: Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook National Park

4.7
(28)
8h
$87
per person
Cardrona Mountain Carting

Cardrona Mountain Carting

4.7
(37)
3h
$99
per person
Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch

Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch

4.7
(571)
12h
$203
per person
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown

4.7
(240)
12h
$272
per person
45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

4.7
(105)
45m
$335
per person
55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter

55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter

4.7
(36)
55m
$451
per person
Cruise, Walk, and Sail in Abel Tasman National Park

Cruise, Walk, and Sail in Abel Tasman National Park

4.7
(27)
6h
$120
per person
Fox Glacier: Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Fox Glacier: Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

4.7
(18)
25m
$232
per person
Quickie Tours 1 Hour City Sights Tour Cruise Ship days Only

Quickie Tours 1 Hour City Sights Tour Cruise Ship days Only

4.7
(6)
1h
$23
per person
 Christchurch Full Day Tour

Christchurch Full Day Tour

4.7
(3)
8h
$123
per person
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch (Small Group, Carbon Neutral)

Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch (Small Group, Carbon Neutral)

4.7
(3)
8h
$132
per person
Half-Day Marlborough Gourmet Tasting Tour from Blenheim

Half-Day Marlborough Gourmet Tasting Tour from Blenheim

4.7
(3)
4h
$144
per person
Guided Tour with Cheese & Wine Pairing

Guided Tour with Cheese & Wine Pairing

4.7
(3)
1h
$21
per person
Lake Wakatipu Queenstown: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

Lake Wakatipu Queenstown: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

4.7
(3)
6h
$399
per person
6 Day Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook & Milford Sound Tour

6 Day Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook & Milford Sound Tour

4.7
(3)
6d
$1,174
per person
Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa

Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa

4.7
(3)
5h
$167
per person
Fox Glacier: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Fox Glacier: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

4.7
(32)
35m
$292
per person
Fox Glacier Mountain Scenic Spectacular 40-Min Helicopter Flight

Fox Glacier Mountain Scenic Spectacular 40-Min Helicopter Flight

4.7
(26)
40m
$394
per person
Mt Cook to Queenstown Small Group Tour (One-Way)

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

4.7
(23)
4h
$106
per person
Omni VR - Multiplayer Virtual Reality

Omni VR - Multiplayer Virtual Reality

4.7
(20)
40m
$38
per person
Skydive Wanaka

Skydive Wanaka

4.6
(90)
3h
$211
per person
Private Flight: 3 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 45mins

Private Flight: 3 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 45mins

4.6
(14)
1h
$1,336
per person
Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

4.6
(544)
13h
$187
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.