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Queenstown International Airport to City Hotels Transfer

Queenstown International Airport to City Hotels Transfer

1m
$88
per person
Lake Hāwea: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

Lake Hāwea: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

6h
$384
per person
Central Otago River Loop Trail on E Bike

Central Otago River Loop Trail on E Bike

4h
$73
per person
Mt. Cook Private Day Tour from Dunedin

Mt. Cook Private Day Tour from Dunedin

11h
$498
per person
Mt Cook Scenic & Tasman Glacier Heli Hike

Mt Cook Scenic & Tasman Glacier Heli Hike

4h
$3,899
per person
Private Queenstown and Wanaka City Day Tour

Private Queenstown and Wanaka City Day Tour

8h
$527
per person
Twin Glacier Overflight

Twin Glacier Overflight

20m
$226
per person
Private Queenstown Day Tour (Arowtown, shotover, lake wakatipu)

Private Queenstown Day Tour (Arowtown, shotover, lake wakatipu)

8h
$234
per person
Private Guided Milford Sound Tour ex Queenstown

Private Guided Milford Sound Tour ex Queenstown

12h
$891
per person
Half Day Guided Mountain Biking Adventure in Nelson

Half Day Guided Mountain Biking Adventure in Nelson

3h
$73
per person
Christchurch City Sights Experience for Cruise Passengers

Christchurch City Sights Experience for Cruise Passengers

5h
$1,300
per person
Queen Charlotte Track Self Guided Hike to Eatwells Lookout

Queen Charlotte Track Self Guided Hike to Eatwells Lookout

9h
$73
per person
Christchurch to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier One-Way Transfer

Christchurch to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier One-Way Transfer

8h
$4,691
per person
5 Day 4 Night New Zealand’s South Southern Highlights Tour

5 Day 4 Night New Zealand’s South Southern Highlights Tour

5d
$1,390
per person
The Jewel in Milford Luxury Tour from Queenstown

The Jewel in Milford Luxury Tour from Queenstown

12h
$451
per person
Introduction to Wanaka Rock Climbing - Full Day

Introduction to Wanaka Rock Climbing - Full Day

8h
$562
per person
60 Minute - Grand Circle Tasman Glacier helicopter flight

60 Minute - Grand Circle Tasman Glacier helicopter flight

1h
$420
per person
Peak Pursuit: Exploring Canterbury's Alpine Majesty by Helicopter

Peak Pursuit: Exploring Canterbury's Alpine Majesty by Helicopter

2h
$645
per person
Private Transfer: Christchurch to Mount Cook

Private Transfer: Christchurch to Mount Cook

8h
$3,518
per person
Private Luxury Transfer to Bannockburn Vineyard in Queenstown

Private Luxury Transfer to Bannockburn Vineyard in Queenstown

1h
$372
per person
Christchurch to Christchurch Airport(CHC)- Departure Transfer

Christchurch to Christchurch Airport(CHC)- Departure Transfer

25m
$47
per person
Sea Kayaking Lyttelton Harbour from Christchurch (Private Tour)

Sea Kayaking Lyttelton Harbour from Christchurch (Private Tour)

1d
$439
per person
World in a day

World in a day

4h
$3,471
per person
Private Mt Cook Photo Tour/ Experience (full day)

Private Mt Cook Photo Tour/ Experience (full day)

12h
$504
per person
Christchurch to Methven Private Transfer(Or Methven to Christchurch)

Christchurch to Methven Private Transfer(Or Methven to Christchurch)

2h
$586
per person
Milford Sound Coach & Extended Cruise from Queenstown

Milford Sound Coach & Extended Cruise from Queenstown

12h
$214
per person
Queenstown to Wānaka: A Self-Guided Gibbston Valley Driving Tour

Queenstown to Wānaka: A Self-Guided Gibbston Valley Driving Tour

2h
$8
per person
Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Christchurch Highlights & Punting

Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Christchurch Highlights & Punting

6h
$175
per person
Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Cascade Room Upgrade

Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Cascade Room Upgrade

2h
$155
per person
Captivating Side of Dunedin Private Walking Tour for Couples

Captivating Side of Dunedin Private Walking Tour for Couples

2h
$549
per person
Gold Rush Grandeur: A Self-Guided Dunedin Heritage Walk

Gold Rush Grandeur: A Self-Guided Dunedin Heritage Walk

1h
$9
per person
Glacier Discoverer 40 minute Helicopter flight from Mount Cook

Glacier Discoverer 40 minute Helicopter flight from Mount Cook

40m
$394
per person
3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coach Tour from Christchurch

3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coach Tour from Christchurch

3d
$1,009
per person
Convertible Picnic Tour Queenstown

Convertible Picnic Tour Queenstown

1h
$111
per person
[Japanese guide] Christchurch scenic tour (1 day tour)

[Japanese guide] Christchurch scenic tour (1 day tour)

7h
$188
per person
2 Day Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Tour from Christchurch

2 Day Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Tour from Christchurch

2d
$610
per person
Franz Josef Glacier Heli Ice Climb

Franz Josef Glacier Heli Ice Climb

8h
$659
per person
Franz Josef to Queenstown Day Tour

Franz Josef to Queenstown Day Tour

8h
$127
per person
Winter Wine Gourmet and Scenic Pleasures of Marlborough: Group Tour

Winter Wine Gourmet and Scenic Pleasures of Marlborough: Group Tour

5h
$132
per person
Go Caving & Explore Castle Hill from Lyttelton (Shore Excursion)

Go Caving & Explore Castle Hill from Lyttelton (Shore Excursion)

7h
$322
per person
4 Day Southern Circuit: Glaciers, Christchurch and Mt Cook Tour from Queenstown

4 Day Southern Circuit: Glaciers, Christchurch and Mt Cook Tour from Queenstown

4d
$2,269
per person
Private Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip From Christchurch

Private Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip From Christchurch

11h
$170
per person
Queenstown to Franz Josef Day Tour

Queenstown to Franz Josef Day Tour

8h
$127
per person
Brews and Views: A Private Tour of Dunedin’s Craft Beer Scene

Brews and Views: A Private Tour of Dunedin’s Craft Beer Scene

3h
$573
per person
Sun, Stars, Telescopes and Platter Experience in Akaroa

Sun, Stars, Telescopes and Platter Experience in Akaroa

3h
$222
per person
Private Photo Tour of Christchurch

Private Photo Tour of Christchurch

5h
$147
per person
3 Day Mt Cook Aoraki Private Photography Tour Departs Queenstown

3 Day Mt Cook Aoraki Private Photography Tour Departs Queenstown

3d
$1,876
per person
Lake Wānaka: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

Lake Wānaka: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

6h
$384
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.