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Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

5.0
(5)
13h
$751
per person
Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch

Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(5)
8h
$616
per person
Queenstown: Skippers Canyon - Private 4WD Tour

Queenstown: Skippers Canyon - Private 4WD Tour

5.0
(5)
4h
$938
per person
Milford Sound Helicopter and Cruise Tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Helicopter and Cruise Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(5)
5h
$959
per person
Lake Wakatipu Queenstown: 3 Hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

Lake Wakatipu Queenstown: 3 Hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

5.0
(5)
3h
$223
per person
Skydive Mt. Cook - 20+ Seconds of Freefall from 10,000ft

Skydive Mt. Cook - 20+ Seconds of Freefall from 10,000ft

5.0
(5)
2h
$182
per person
Ultimate Off-Roading In Gibbston Valley

Ultimate Off-Roading In Gibbston Valley

5.0
(5)
15m
$87
per person
Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

5.0
(4)
2h
$91
per person
Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

5.0
(4)
2h
$2,433
per person
 Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch

Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(4)
8h
$135
per person
Queenstown Sunrise Glacier Scenic Flight by Glenorchy Air

Queenstown Sunrise Glacier Scenic Flight by Glenorchy Air

5.0
(4)
2h
$287
per person
Private Tour: Winter Wine and Scenic Delights Tour from Picton

Private Tour: Winter Wine and Scenic Delights Tour from Picton

5.0
(4)
5h
$583
per person
Remarkables Alpine Guided Snowshoeing

Remarkables Alpine Guided Snowshoeing

5.0
(4)
4h
$398
per person
Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin

Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin

5.0
(4)
3h
$132
per person
Doubtful And Dusky Sound Helicopter Scenic Flight from Te Anau

Doubtful And Dusky Sound Helicopter Scenic Flight from Te Anau

5.0
(4)
1h
$909
per person
Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

5.0
(4)
8h
$410
per person
9 Day South to North Island NZ Private Tour from Queenstown

9 Day South to North Island NZ Private Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(4)
9d
$5,981
per person
Magical Mapua Self Guided One Day Cycle Tour

Magical Mapua Self Guided One Day Cycle Tour

5.0
(4)
4h
$73
per person
Heli-Picnic Alpine Lake Kahurangi National Park

Heli-Picnic Alpine Lake Kahurangi National Park

5.0
(4)
3h
$2,800
per person
Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(4)
7h
$997
per person
Private Half Day Photography Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy

Private Half Day Photography Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy

5.0
(4)
4h
$211
per person
Central Otago River Loop Trail on E-Bike

Central Otago River Loop Trail on E-Bike

5.0
(4)
2h
$73
per person
Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

5.0
(4)
8h
$305
per person
Spooners Tunnel to Nelson One Day Cycle Self Guided Tour

Spooners Tunnel to Nelson One Day Cycle Self Guided Tour

5.0
(4)
4h
$108
per person
Milford Sound Grand Tour Helicopter Scenic Flight Departing from Milford Sound

Milford Sound Grand Tour Helicopter Scenic Flight Departing from Milford Sound

5.0
(4)
45m
$525
per person
Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

5.0
(4)
10h
$176
per person
Christchurch INTL Airport Car Transfer to City max 4 persons

Christchurch INTL Airport Car Transfer to City max 4 persons

5.0
(4)
25m
$69
per person
Queenstown International Airport To/From City Center Transfer

Queenstown International Airport To/From City Center Transfer

5.0
(4)
30m
$44
per person
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Whale Watch

Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Whale Watch

5.0
(4)
8h
$226
per person
3 Day Unguided Kayaking starting in the Abel Tasman National Park New Zealand

3 Day Unguided Kayaking starting in the Abel Tasman National Park New Zealand

5.0
(4)
3d
$213
per person
Queenstown Trails E-Bike Rental with Shuttle Service

Queenstown Trails E-Bike Rental with Shuttle Service

5.0
(4)
5h
$106
per person
Wines and Views Private Wine Tour of Otago from Queenstown

Wines and Views Private Wine Tour of Otago from Queenstown

5.0
(4)
5h
$1,157
per person
Tandem Skydive 10,000ft from Franz Josef

Tandem Skydive 10,000ft from Franz Josef

5.0
(4)
3h
$213
per person
Queenstown: Walter Peak Farm Tour and Lake Cruise

Queenstown: Walter Peak Farm Tour and Lake Cruise

5.0
(4)
3h
$79
per person
Skippers Canyon Goldrush Small Group Tour

Skippers Canyon Goldrush Small Group Tour

5.0
(4)
3h
$74
per person
Rob Roy Glacier Guided Walk

Rob Roy Glacier Guided Walk

5.0
(4)
9h
$246
per person
Queenstown to Te Anau via Milford Sound inc Cruise & Lunch

Queenstown to Te Anau via Milford Sound inc Cruise & Lunch

5.0
(4)
10h
$205
per person
Solar Explorer in Akaroa - Sun-Viewing Tour with Telescopes

Solar Explorer in Akaroa - Sun-Viewing Tour with Telescopes

5.0
(4)
30m
$23
per person
Queenstown Hydro Attack Shark Ride Adventure

Queenstown Hydro Attack Shark Ride Adventure

5.0
(4)
15m
$105
per person
Half Day Luxury Guided Crater Rim Walk

Half Day Luxury Guided Crater Rim Walk

5.0
(4)
4h
$167
per person
Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

5.0
(3)
4h
$252
per person
4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Christchurch

4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Christchurch

5.0
(3)
4d
$2,096
per person
8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour

8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour

5.0
(3)
8d
$1,113
per person
Tunnels to Station On E-Bikes

Tunnels to Station On E-Bikes

5.0
(3)
6h
$94
per person
Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight

5.0
(3)
35m
$292
per person
30 Minute Twin Glacier Snow Landing - Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers

30 Minute Twin Glacier Snow Landing - Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers

5.0
(3)
50m
$305
per person
20 Minute Twin Glacier Overflight in Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers

20 Minute Twin Glacier Overflight in Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers

5.0
(3)
40m
$229
per person
Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

5.0
(3)
1h
$167
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.