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Mount Hutt Scenic Sightseeing Tour with Skiing and Spa Retreat

Mount Hutt Scenic Sightseeing Tour with Skiing and Spa Retreat

8h
$134
per person
Milford Sound Coach and Extended Cruise from Te Anau

Milford Sound Coach and Extended Cruise from Te Anau

7h
$185
per person
Transfers from Blenheim or Picton to Kaikoura

Transfers from Blenheim or Picton to Kaikoura

3h
$759
per person
Hidden Tūhura Otago Museum Experience

Hidden Tūhura Otago Museum Experience

1h
$9
per person
Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin( can finish at Queenstown)

Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin( can finish at Queenstown)

12h
$880
per person
Akaroa and Akaroa Dolphins Day Tour

Akaroa and Akaroa Dolphins Day Tour

8h
$175
per person
Unguided 3-Day Freedom Kayak Rental New Zealand

Unguided 3-Day Freedom Kayak Rental New Zealand

3d
$164
per person
Castle Hill and Arthur's pass Day tour from Christchurch

Castle Hill and Arthur's pass Day tour from Christchurch

10h
$557
per person
Christchurch to Franz Josef via Hokitika (1 way)

Christchurch to Franz Josef via Hokitika (1 way)

13h
$170
per person
2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

2d
$880
per person
Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps All day Discovery Tour

Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps All day Discovery Tour

10h
$1,199
per person
Wairoa Gorge MTB Park Private Shuttle Day

Wairoa Gorge MTB Park Private Shuttle Day

8h
$88
per person
Heli flight from Milford Sound to Te Anau via Doubtful Sound

Heli flight from Milford Sound to Te Anau via Doubtful Sound

2h
$1,170
per person
Akaroa Lavender Seasonal Guided Tour Experience

Akaroa Lavender Seasonal Guided Tour Experience

1h
$19
per person
Queenstown Self Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

Queenstown Self Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

2h
$31
per person
Akaroa and Banks Peninsula From Christchurch (Private Tour)

Akaroa and Banks Peninsula From Christchurch (Private Tour)

7h
$469
per person
Milford Track Day Walk with Lake Te Anau Water Taxi

Milford Track Day Walk with Lake Te Anau Water Taxi

6h
$79
per person
Kaikōura Day Tour With Kayak Experience From Christchurch

Kaikōura Day Tour With Kayak Experience From Christchurch

8h
$220
per person
Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Return Trip From Christchurch

Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Return Trip From Christchurch

8h
$167
per person
Lead Climbing Wanaka - Full Day

Lead Climbing Wanaka - Full Day

8h
$644
per person
Private Photoshoot in Lake Tekapo

Private Photoshoot in Lake Tekapo

1h
$141
per person
Dunedin & North Otago Scenic & Wildlife Tour

Dunedin & North Otago Scenic & Wildlife Tour

7h
$528
per person
Queenstown/Wanaka Airport Transfer

Queenstown/Wanaka Airport Transfer

1h
$205
per person
Godley Head Scenic Drive & Walking Tour (Private Shore Excursion)

Godley Head Scenic Drive & Walking Tour (Private Shore Excursion)

7h
$234
per person
Bespoke Guided High Country Hiking

Bespoke Guided High Country Hiking

5h
$290
per person
Wanaka - Private Family Bike Tour Experience - Up to 11 E-bikes

Wanaka - Private Family Bike Tour Experience - Up to 11 E-bikes

6h
$1,173
per person
Half Day Full Suspension Acoustic Mountain Bike Rental

Half Day Full Suspension Acoustic Mountain Bike Rental

4h
$52
per person
Private Tour Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Tekapo

Private Tour Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Tekapo

12h
$5,864
per person
Queenstown Airport to/from Wanaka Hassle Free Private Transfer

Queenstown Airport to/from Wanaka Hassle Free Private Transfer

1h
$99
per person
Lake Dunstan E Bike Trail Adventure

Lake Dunstan E Bike Trail Adventure

5h
$88
per person
Private Half-Day MTB coaching instruction clinic

Private Half-Day MTB coaching instruction clinic

2h
$73
per person
Queenstown: Luggage Storage close to Queenstown Bay Beach

Queenstown: Luggage Storage close to Queenstown Bay Beach

1d
$8
per person
Private One Way Transfer Tour between Picton & Christchurch

Private One Way Transfer Tour between Picton & Christchurch

Duration varies
$4,691
per person
Moeraki Boulders Self Guided Audio Tour

Moeraki Boulders Self Guided Audio Tour

5m
$6
per person
Queenstown Wine Tour - Self Guided Audio Tour (Driving)

Queenstown Wine Tour - Self Guided Audio Tour (Driving)

2h
$29
per person
Queenstown Riverside Sauna and Cold Plunge Experience

Queenstown Riverside Sauna and Cold Plunge Experience

1h
$21
per person
 Private Day tour to Milford Sound from Queenstown

Private Day tour to Milford Sound from Queenstown

8h
$322
per person
Stewart Island Transfer Flight - One way

Stewart Island Transfer Flight - One way

15m
$281
per person
Customizable Private Tour in Christchurch New Zealand

Customizable Private Tour in Christchurch New Zealand

4h
$1,500
per person
Queenstown Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP

Queenstown Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP

2h
$10
per person
Christchurch City Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP

Christchurch City Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP

3h
$10
per person
Heartbeat of the City: Private Christchurch Walking Tour

Heartbeat of the City: Private Christchurch Walking Tour

2h
$438
per person
 Castle Hill & Arthurs Pass Private day tour from Christchurch

Castle Hill & Arthurs Pass Private day tour from Christchurch

7h
$164
per person
Farm Tour and Milford Sound Nature Cruise from Te Anau

Farm Tour and Milford Sound Nature Cruise from Te Anau

8h
$175
per person
Private Tour Highlights of Christchurch NZ

Private Tour Highlights of Christchurch NZ

4h
$821
per person
3 Day 2 Night New Zealand’s South Southern Highlights Tour

3 Day 2 Night New Zealand’s South Southern Highlights Tour

3d
$880
per person
Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Van

Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Van

20m
$111
per person
Christchurch Heritage and Arts Walking Tour

Christchurch Heritage and Arts Walking Tour

3h
$103
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.