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Private Transfer from Milford Port to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

Private Transfer from Milford Port to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

3h
$662
per person
Christchurch Coastal Hiking Tour

Christchurch Coastal Hiking Tour

4h
$118
per person
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

11h
$147
per person
Christchurch Helicopter Picnic

Christchurch Helicopter Picnic

1h
$396
per person
Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

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

7h
$115
per person
Lead Climbing Wanaka - Half Day

Lead Climbing Wanaka - Half Day

4h
$423
per person
40-minute Mt Fyffe Summit Heli Tour in Kaikoura

40-minute Mt Fyffe Summit Heli Tour in Kaikoura

40m
$232
per person
Private Transfer from Akaroa Cruise Port to Christchurch City

Private Transfer from Akaroa Cruise Port to Christchurch City

1h
$186
per person
PRIVATE: Shackleton Glacier Whiskey Flight - 50mins

PRIVATE: Shackleton Glacier Whiskey Flight - 50mins

1h
$1,442
per person
Kaikoura Kayaking Adventure Small Group Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura Kayaking Adventure Small Group Tour from Christchurch

10h
$515
per person
Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch

Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch

1h
$147
per person
Private Luxury Return Transfers - Queenstown to Cromwell Vineyard

Private Luxury Return Transfers - Queenstown to Cromwell Vineyard

2h
$380
per person
Private Luxury Return Transfers - Queenstown to Wanaka Vineyards

Private Luxury Return Transfers - Queenstown to Wanaka Vineyards

1h
$406
per person
Private Transfer from Queenstown to Milford Sound Cruise Port

Private Transfer from Queenstown to Milford Sound Cruise Port

3h
$423
per person
Kinross Winery: Wild Irishman Wine Tasting Experience

Kinross Winery: Wild Irishman Wine Tasting Experience

1h
$44
per person
(MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch

(MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch

13h
$176
per person
Private Departure Transfer: Central Christchurch to Christchurch Airport

Private Departure Transfer: Central Christchurch to Christchurch Airport

Duration varies
$294
per person
Marlborough Sounds Scenic

Marlborough Sounds Scenic

2h
$2,442
per person
Private Transfer from Christchurch City to Lyttelton Cruise Port

Private Transfer from Christchurch City to Lyttelton Cruise Port

25m
$85
per person
Full-day Christchurch Highlights Tour

Full-day Christchurch Highlights Tour

8h
$270
per person
Australia & New Zealand Data eSIM-Powered by CMLink(Instant QR)

Australia & New Zealand Data eSIM-Powered by CMLink(Instant QR)

30d
$10
per person
Private Transfer from Dunedin City Hotels to Chalmers Cruise Port

Private Transfer from Dunedin City Hotels to Chalmers Cruise Port

25m
$142
per person
Private Transfer from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Milford Port

Private Transfer from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Milford Port

3h
$662
per person
Private Airport Transfer Vice Versa in Queenstown by SUV

Private Airport Transfer Vice Versa in Queenstown by SUV

1h
$68
per person
Fly a Helicopter with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch

Fly a Helicopter with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch

1h
$424
per person
Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Via Lake Tekapo

Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Via Lake Tekapo

13h
$1,118
per person
Private Guided Aoraki Mt Cook Tour ex Queenstown

Private Guided Aoraki Mt Cook Tour ex Queenstown

12h
$718
per person
Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

3h
$62
per person
Scenic Spooners Tunnel Adventure in Nelson Tasman

Scenic Spooners Tunnel Adventure in Nelson Tasman

7h
$115
per person
Private Half-Day Mountain Bike Shuttle in Nelson

Private Half-Day Mountain Bike Shuttle in Nelson

3h
$52
per person
Explore Bannockburn Wineries & Private Wine Retreat by eBike

Explore Bannockburn Wineries & Private Wine Retreat by eBike

6h
$264
per person
Queenstown: Best Value OFFROAD Combo

Queenstown: Best Value OFFROAD Combo

1h
$205
per person
Dunedin True Crime Walking Tour Inner City

Dunedin True Crime Walking Tour Inner City

1h
$38
per person
Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Car

Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Car

20m
$135
per person
Departure Transfer: Christchurch to Airport CHC by Business Car

Departure Transfer: Christchurch to Airport CHC by Business Car

20m
$93
per person
Queenstown and Gibbston Valley E Bike Adventure

Queenstown and Gibbston Valley E Bike Adventure

6h
$94
per person
Private Queenstown by Night Skyline and Lakeside Tour

Private Queenstown by Night Skyline and Lakeside Tour

3h
$137
per person
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook Private Day Tour

Queenstown to Lake Tekapo via Mt Cook Private Day Tour

10h
$823
per person
High Country Discovery Tour from Queenstown

High Country Discovery Tour from Queenstown

4h
$559
per person
Off The Beaten Track- Packhorse Hut Guided Walk (Private Tour)

Off The Beaten Track- Packhorse Hut Guided Walk (Private Tour)

8h
$441
per person
Guided 4-Day Snow Tour from Christchurch

Guided 4-Day Snow Tour from Christchurch

4d
$764
per person
Dunedin private tour 3D2N from Christchurch

Dunedin private tour 3D2N from Christchurch

3d
$1,118
per person
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Queenstown

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Queenstown

1h
$153
per person
Guided Rock Climbing - Half Day

Guided Rock Climbing - Half Day

4h
$182
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.