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4-Day Great Southern Island Circle Tour from Christchurch

4-Day Great Southern Island Circle Tour from Christchurch

4.1
(18)
4d
$1,174
per person
Lake Dunstan Cycleway with E-Bike hire and Shuttle service

Lake Dunstan Cycleway with E-Bike hire and Shuttle service

4.1
(9)
3h
$106
per person
Queenstown Hydro Attack Shark Ride Adventure

Queenstown Hydro Attack Shark Ride Adventure

4.1
(9)
15m
$105
per person
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boating

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boating

4.1
(54)
6h
$165
per person
Skip the Line: Shantytown Heritage Park Experience Ticket

Skip the Line: Shantytown Heritage Park Experience Ticket

4.1
(58)
1h
$24
per person
CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

4.1
(87)
1h
$76
per person
Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

Mount Cook Alpine Explorer Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

4.0
(22)
35m
$341
per person
Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

4.0
(35)
4h
$65
per person
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Sheep Farm Tour

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Sheep Farm Tour

4.0
(45)
6h
$117
per person
Waimakariri River Jet Boating from Christchurch

Waimakariri River Jet Boating from Christchurch

4.0
(9)
1h
$115
per person
Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour

Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour

4.0
(6)
1h
$15
per person
City Highlights by Tesla - 3hrs

City Highlights by Tesla - 3hrs

4.0
(4)
3h
$341
per person
Glow in the Dark Mini Golf in Queenstown

Glow in the Dark Mini Golf in Queenstown

4.0
(4)
30m
$18
per person
Mt. Hay Farm Experience Genuine Country Farming(Carbon Positive)

Mt. Hay Farm Experience Genuine Country Farming(Carbon Positive)

4.0
(2)
1h
$58
per person
Twizel Stargazing Experience with a Guide (Carbon Positive)

Twizel Stargazing Experience with a Guide (Carbon Positive)

4.0
(2)
1h
$58
per person
Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Business Car

Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Business Car

4.0
(1)
20m
$98
per person
Stevensons Island Outstanding Scenic Cruise

Stevensons Island Outstanding Scenic Cruise

4.0
(1)
2h
$41
per person
Franz Josef to Christchurch Small-Group Tour W TranzAlpine Train

Franz Josef to Christchurch Small-Group Tour W TranzAlpine Train

4.0
(1)
12h
$324
per person
InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington

InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington

3.9
(246)
3h
$56
per person
Stargazing Experience at Cowan's Private Observatory

Stargazing Experience at Cowan's Private Observatory

3.9
(84)
1h
$78
per person
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

3.9
(135)
6h
$118
per person
Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

3.9
(35)
9h
$212
per person
Arrival Transfer: Christchurch Airport to Christchurch Central City Hotels

Arrival Transfer: Christchurch Airport to Christchurch Central City Hotels

3.9
(80)
45m
$21
per person
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula and Christchurch City Sights Tour

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula and Christchurch City Sights Tour

3.8
(228)
6h
$85
per person
6 Day South Island Circut: Milford Sound, Queenstown and Glaciers

6 Day South Island Circut: Milford Sound, Queenstown and Glaciers

3.8
(6)
6d
$3,248
per person
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

3.8
(63)
12h
$118
per person
Christchurch Sheep Farm Visit

Christchurch Sheep Farm Visit

3.8
(10)
3h
$106
per person
Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook One-Way Small Group Tour

Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook One-Way Small Group Tour

3.8
(5)
1h
$82
per person
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
$118
per person
A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure

3.7
(3)
2h
$12
per person
Explore Dunedin: Self-Guided Audio Tour Adventure

Explore Dunedin: Self-Guided Audio Tour Adventure

3.7
(3)
5h
$14
per person
Christchurch City Scenic flight

Christchurch City Scenic flight

3.7
(3)
20m
$350
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
$115
per person
Christchurch City Full Day Private Tour

Christchurch City Full Day Private Tour

3.5
(10)
8h
$374
per person
7-Day South Island Coastal Splendor Tour from Christchurch

7-Day South Island Coastal Splendor Tour from Christchurch

3.5
(4)
7d
$1,645
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
$159
per person
Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

3.3
(4)
6h
$440
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
$109
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
$1,462
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
$2,957
per person
Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included

Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included

3.0
(1)
6h
$88
per person
Hop on Hop off Wine Tour Queenstown Ultimate Luxury

Hop on Hop off Wine Tour Queenstown Ultimate Luxury

3.0
(1)
7h
$153
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.