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Lake tekapo & Mt. Cook Private tour from Christchurch

Lake tekapo & Mt. Cook Private tour from Christchurch

5.0
(1)
12h
$194
per person
Queenstown to Christchurch One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook

Queenstown to Christchurch One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook

5.0
(1)
13h
$408
per person
Go Caving & Explore Castle Hill from Christchurch (Private Tour)

Go Caving & Explore Castle Hill from Christchurch (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
1d
$469
per person
Mount Cook Grand Glacier Experience Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook Grand Glacier Experience Helicopter Flight

5.0
(1)
50m
$502
per person
Christchurch Half Day Tour

Christchurch Half Day Tour

5.0
(1)
4h
$117
per person
3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Walk

3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Walk

5.0
(1)
3d
$1,020
per person
Experience Travel Recovery by 75 min Head Spa in Christchurch

Experience Travel Recovery by 75 min Head Spa in Christchurch

5.0
(1)
1h
$93
per person
Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin

Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin

5.0
(1)
9h
$381
per person
2 Day TranzAlpine Train & Glaciers: Christchurch to Queenstown

2 Day TranzAlpine Train & Glaciers: Christchurch to Queenstown

5.0
(1)
2d
$1,463
per person
Paradise Day Walks

Paradise Day Walks

5.0
(1)
Duration varies
$281
per person
Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Central up to 4 people.

Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Central up to 4 people.

5.0
(1)
30m
$73
per person
Private 3 Day Queenstown Glenorchy Wanaka and Tekapo

Private 3 Day Queenstown Glenorchy Wanaka and Tekapo

5.0
(1)
3d
$660
per person
Private Wildlife and Penguin Tour in Dunedin with Ticket

Private Wildlife and Penguin Tour in Dunedin with Ticket

5.0
(1)
6h
$363
per person
Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot

Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot

5.0
(1)
1h
$226
per person
Akaroa Private Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)

Akaroa Private Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)

5.0
(1)
7h
$586
per person
Kinross Winery: Valli Wine Tasting Experience

Kinross Winery: Valli Wine Tasting Experience

5.0
(1)
45m
$26
per person
Kinross Winery: Pinot Noir Wine Tasting Experience

Kinross Winery: Pinot Noir Wine Tasting Experience

5.0
(1)
1h
$26
per person
Off The Beaten Track- Packhorse Hut Guided Walk(Small Group Tour)

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

5.0
(1)
8h
$252
per person
Canterbury Helicopter Scenic Flight with Hilltop Landing

Canterbury Helicopter Scenic Flight with Hilltop Landing

5.0
(1)
1h
$364
per person
Christchurch to Akaroa with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch

Christchurch to Akaroa with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch

5.0
(1)
2h
$481
per person
Mitre Peak Helicopter Scenic Flight from Milford Sound

Mitre Peak Helicopter Scenic Flight from Milford Sound

5.0
(1)
15m
$261
per person
Farm & Wine Experience Fun Experience from Queenstown New Zealand

Farm & Wine Experience Fun Experience from Queenstown New Zealand

5.0
(1)
6h
$416
per person
1 Day Queenstown Motorcycle Adventure Tour - Off Road

1 Day Queenstown Motorcycle Adventure Tour - Off Road

5.0
(1)
7h
$408
per person
Private Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury Shore Excursion

Private Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury Shore Excursion

5.0
(1)
7h
$469
per person
Moutere Ebike Wine and Food One Day Self Guided Tour

Moutere Ebike Wine and Food One Day Self Guided Tour

5.0
(1)
7h
$144
per person
Standard Mystery Picnic Adventure in Queenstown

Standard Mystery Picnic Adventure in Queenstown

5.0
(1)
4h
$164
per person
Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers

Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers

5.0
(1)
7h
$191
per person
Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch

Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch

5.0
(1)
1h
$138
per person
Private Arthur’s Pass Tour with Optional TranzAlpine Train

Private Arthur’s Pass Tour with Optional TranzAlpine Train

5.0
(1)
1d
$469
per person
The Grape Vine

The Grape Vine

5.0
(1)
2h
$756
per person
Picton Shore Excursion Kaipupu Sanctuary Water Taxi

Picton Shore Excursion Kaipupu Sanctuary Water Taxi

5.0
(1)
2h
$15
per person
City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert

City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert

5.0
(1)
45m
$674
per person
Heli-Fish Marlborough Sounds D'Urville Island Indulgence - 'Catch and Dine'

Heli-Fish Marlborough Sounds D'Urville Island Indulgence - 'Catch and Dine'

5.0
(1)
5h
$5,600
per person
Private Cruise Ship Passengers Tour, Sightseeing in Christchurch

Private Cruise Ship Passengers Tour, Sightseeing in Christchurch

5.0
(1)
6h
$410
per person
Private Lord of the Rings Full Day Tour

Private Lord of the Rings Full Day Tour

5.0
(1)
10h
$1,173
per person
Merino Farm Experience

Merino Farm Experience

5.0
(1)
1h
$56
per person
Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Private Return Trip From Christchurch

Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Private Return Trip From Christchurch

5.0
(1)
8h
$170
per person
Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay

Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay

5.0
(1)
9h
$310
per person
Dunedin 4 Hrs halfday Private Tour

Dunedin 4 Hrs halfday Private Tour

5.0
(1)
4h
$252
per person
Private Return Luxury Transfers Queenstown to Gibbston Vineyard

Private Return Luxury Transfers Queenstown to Gibbston Vineyard

5.0
(1)
1h
$252
per person
North Canterbury Helicopter Winery lunch

North Canterbury Helicopter Winery lunch

5.0
(1)
3h
$510
per person
Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ

Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ

5.0
(1)
1h
$12
per person
Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour

Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour

5.0
(1)
6h
$821
per person
Coronet Peak Ski: Private Shuttle

Coronet Peak Ski: Private Shuttle

5.0
(1)
7h
$285
per person
Milford Sound Extended Cruise with Southern Discoveries

Milford Sound Extended Cruise with Southern Discoveries

5.0
(1)
2h
$117
per person
Tekapo to Christchurch Small-Group Tour (one-way)

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

5.0
(1)
3h
$97
per person
Kaikōura Whale Watching - Whales and Cray Tails

Kaikōura Whale Watching - Whales and Cray Tails

5.0
(1)
2h
$4,603
per person
Day Tours from Mount Cook

Day Tours from Mount Cook

5.0
(1)
5h
$106
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.