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Lyttelton Cruise Excursions: Christchurch Sightseeing with Sheep Farm

Lyttelton Cruise Excursions: Christchurch Sightseeing with Sheep Farm

3.7
(20)
6h
$117
per person
Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

3.7
(13)
7h
$117
per person
Self Guided Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure

Self Guided Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure

3.7
(3)
2h
$12
per person
Glow in the Dark Mini Golf in Queenstown

Glow in the Dark Mini Golf in Queenstown

3.7
(3)
30m
$18
per person
Christchurch City Scenic flight

Christchurch City Scenic flight

3.7
(3)
20m
$349
per person
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

3.7
(26)
6h
$117
per person
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City and Giants House Tour

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City and Giants House Tour

3.6
(14)
6h
$114
per person
Christchurch City Private Full Day Tour

Christchurch City Private Full Day Tour

3.5
(10)
8h
$372
per person
7-Day South Island Coastal Splendor Tour from Christchurch

7-Day South Island Coastal Splendor Tour from Christchurch

3.5
(4)
7d
$1,639
per person
Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port

Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port

3.5
(2)
6h
$297
per person
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Twin Harbour Tour (Lyttelton & Akaroa)

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Twin Harbour Tour (Lyttelton & Akaroa)

3.3
(4)
8h
$158
per person
Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

3.3
(4)
6h
$439
per person
Christchurch Domestic Airport to City Hotels - Max 4 Pax & 2 Bags

Christchurch Domestic Airport to City Hotels - Max 4 Pax & 2 Bags

3.2
(6)
30m
$53
per person
Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour

3.1
(8)
1h
$15
per person
Christchurch City Top Sights Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

Christchurch City Top Sights Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

3.0
(8)
3h
$108
per person
Wanaka Parasailing

Wanaka Parasailing

3.0
(4)
1h
$88
per person
2 Day West Coast Glaciers and TranzAlpine Train: Queenstown to Christchurch

2 Day West Coast Glaciers and TranzAlpine Train: Queenstown to Christchurch

3.0
(3)
2d
$1,457
per person
5 Day South Island Circut: Trains, Glaciers and Milford Sound from Christchurch

5 Day South Island Circut: Trains, Glaciers and Milford Sound from Christchurch

3.0
(2)
5d
$2,946
per person
Explore Dunedin: Self-Guided Audio Tour Adventure

Explore Dunedin: Self-Guided Audio Tour Adventure

3.0
(2)
5h
$14
per person
Twizel Stargazing Experience with a Guide (Carbon Positive)

Twizel Stargazing Experience with a Guide (Carbon Positive)

3.0
(1)
1h
$58
per person
Self-Guided Queenstown Scavenger Hunt: Queenstown Take The Leap!

Self-Guided Queenstown Scavenger Hunt: Queenstown Take The Leap!

3.0
(1)
2h
$12
per person
Day Cruise & Lunch at Punga Cove Resort

Day Cruise & Lunch at Punga Cove Resort

2.0
(1)
7h
$88
per person
 Kaikoura Day Trip including Whale Watch from Christchurch

Kaikoura Day Trip including Whale Watch from Christchurch

1.0
(1)
8h
$252
per person
Private Day Scenic Excursion to Akaroa/Christchurch ex Lyttelton

Private Day Scenic Excursion to Akaroa/Christchurch ex Lyttelton

7h
$950
per person
5 Day Queenstown Ski Break

5 Day Queenstown Ski Break

5d
$1,284
per person
Arataki Conservation - our Journey to Protect our Whenua (land)

Arataki Conservation - our Journey to Protect our Whenua (land)

2h
$38
per person
Hop on Hop off Wine Tour Queenstown Ultimate Luxury

Hop on Hop off Wine Tour Queenstown Ultimate Luxury

7h
$152
per person
Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

7h
$114
per person
10 Days and 9 Nights New Zealand South Island Tour

10 Days and 9 Nights New Zealand South Island Tour

10d
$3,811
per person
Magical Mapua Charms in off-summer Season Selfguided Cycle Tour

Magical Mapua Charms in off-summer Season Selfguided Cycle Tour

4h
$73
per person
Happy Hour Cruise to Lochmara -from Picton? Take a short cruise

Happy Hour Cruise to Lochmara -from Picton? Take a short cruise

2h
$32
per person
Guided Skiing Experience on the Tasman Glacier

Guided Skiing Experience on the Tasman Glacier

7h
$877
per person
2-day Private Overnight Hurunui River Hot Springs Hike or Bike

2-day Private Overnight Hurunui River Hot Springs Hike or Bike

2d
$1,173
per person
Full Day Canyoning in Glenorchy Paradise from Queenstown

Full Day Canyoning in Glenorchy Paradise from Queenstown

7h
$234
per person
3 Night Queenstown Ski Break

3 Night Queenstown Ski Break

4d
$1,003
per person
Progressive WINTER Wine and Gourmet Trail of Marlborough

Progressive WINTER Wine and Gourmet Trail of Marlborough

5h
$583
per person
6 Night Queenstown Ski Holiday

6 Night Queenstown Ski Holiday

6d
$1,276
per person
Helicopter Transfer from Milford Sound Airport to Queenstown

Helicopter Transfer from Milford Sound Airport to Queenstown

40m
$583
per person
30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight

30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight

30m
$240
per person
Beautiful South Island highlight Tour 4D3N

Beautiful South Island highlight Tour 4D3N

4d
$2,052
per person
3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer: Christchurch to Queenstown

3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer: Christchurch to Queenstown

3d
$818
per person
Private Onshore Cruise Tour. Explore Wine & Delights from Picton 1-5 seats

Private Onshore Cruise Tour. Explore Wine & Delights from Picton 1-5 seats

5h
$877
per person
Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Christchurch to Queenstown

Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Christchurch to Queenstown

Duration varies
$4,691
per person
Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Bannockburn - departing Queenstown

Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Bannockburn - departing Queenstown

8h
$76
per person
Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour

Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour

12h
$155
per person
90 Minute private helicopter charter - Picnic amongst the Peaks

90 Minute private helicopter charter - Picnic amongst the Peaks

1h
$2,405
per person
Half Island Scenic Helicopter Flight of Stewart Island

Half Island Scenic Helicopter Flight of Stewart Island

1h
$704
per person
Christchurch City Top Spots Private Half Day Tour

Christchurch City Top Spots Private Half Day Tour

3h
$205
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.