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Electric Bike Rental

Electric Bike Rental

5.0
(6)
1d
$58
per person
Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch

Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(5)
8h
$616
per person
Queenstown to Dunedin with Taieri Gorge Train One-Way Tour

Queenstown to Dunedin with Taieri Gorge Train One-Way Tour

5.0
(5)
10h
$170
per person
New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

5.0
(5)
9d
$6,047
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
Solar Explorer in Akaroa - Sun-Viewing Tour with Telescopes

Solar Explorer in Akaroa - Sun-Viewing Tour with Telescopes

5.0
(5)
30m
$23
per person
Private Flight - 2 Glaciers - Snow Landing - Franz Josef - 35mins

Private Flight - 2 Glaciers - Snow Landing - Franz Josef - 35mins

5.0
(5)
1h
$995
per person
Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views

Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views

5.0
(5)
5h
$223
per person
Christchurch International Airport :Airport to City Centre

Christchurch International Airport :Airport to City Centre

5.0
(5)
30m
$50
per person
Milford Sound Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(5)
1h
$910
per person
Queenstown: Skippers Canyon - Private 4WD Tour

Queenstown: Skippers Canyon - Private 4WD Tour

5.0
(5)
4h
$939
per person
Queenstown Hop-on Hop-off Evening Beer Tour

Queenstown Hop-on Hop-off Evening Beer Tour

5.0
(5)
5h
$76
per person
Te Anau to Dunedin Via The Catlins Small-Group Tour (One-Way)

Te Anau to Dunedin Via The Catlins Small-Group Tour (One-Way)

5.0
(5)
11h
$170
per person
Skippers Canyon Private Half Day Photography Tour, Queenstown NZ

Skippers Canyon Private Half Day Photography Tour, Queenstown NZ

5.0
(5)
4h
$217
per person
Private Central Otago Wine tasting Tour with Gourmet Lunch.

Private Central Otago Wine tasting Tour with Gourmet Lunch.

5.0
(5)
7h
$437
per person
Private Christchurch & Lyttelton Scenic Day Tour

Private Christchurch & Lyttelton Scenic Day Tour

5.0
(5)
6h
$900
per person
Twilight at the Opera

Twilight at the Opera

5.0
(5)
1h
$38
per person
 Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch

Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(4)
8h
$135
per person
Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins Small Group 1 Way Tour

Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins Small Group 1 Way Tour

5.0
(4)
9h
$147
per person
Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

5.0
(4)
2h
$2,436
per person
8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour

8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour

5.0
(4)
8d
$1,115
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
Remarkables Alpine Guided Snowshoeing

Remarkables Alpine Guided Snowshoeing

5.0
(4)
4h
$399
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
$584
per person
Queenstown Helicopter Tour: Glacier Landing and Scenic Views

Queenstown Helicopter Tour: Glacier Landing and Scenic Views

5.0
(4)
50m
$464
per person
Wildwire Wanaka- Climb & Canyon (4-5 Hours)

Wildwire Wanaka- Climb & Canyon (4-5 Hours)

5.0
(4)
5h
$193
per person
Tandem Skydive 10,000ft from Franz Josef

Tandem Skydive 10,000ft from Franz Josef

5.0
(4)
3h
$213
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
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
$214
per person
From Wanaka Bike the Lake Dunstan Trail with Shuttle Return

From Wanaka Bike the Lake Dunstan Trail with Shuttle Return

5.0
(4)
8h
$117
per person
Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

5.0
(4)
2h
$91
per person
Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

5.0
(4)
2h
$109
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
$1,158
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
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
Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

Dunedin Private Fullday Tour

5.0
(4)
8h
$411
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
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: Walter Peak Farm Tour and Lake Cruise

Queenstown: Walter Peak Farm Tour and Lake Cruise

5.0
(4)
3h
$79
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
Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers

Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers

5.0
(4)
4h
$103
per person
Christchurch Secret Inner City Walking Tour and Hidden Gems

Christchurch Secret Inner City Walking Tour and Hidden Gems

5.0
(4)
2h
$76
per person
Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins One Way Small Group Tour

Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins One Way Small Group Tour

5.0
(4)
11h
$170
per person
Christchurch to Tekapo Small-Group Tour (one-way)

Christchurch to Tekapo Small-Group Tour (one-way)

5.0
(4)
3h
$117
per person
Queenstown to Christchurch via Franz Josef 2-Day Small-Group Tour

Queenstown to Christchurch via Franz Josef 2-Day Small-Group Tour

5.0
(4)
2d
$341
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
$910
per person
Milford Sound Nature Cruise and Self-Guided Scenic Track Walk

Milford Sound Nature Cruise and Self-Guided Scenic Track Walk

5.0
(4)
7h
$141
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.