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Electric Bike and Wine Tour Queenstown

Electric Bike and Wine Tour Queenstown

5.0
(1)
8h
$111
per person
1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura

1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura

5.0
(1)
1h
$243
per person
Middle Earth Marvels Half Day Journey into the Lord of the Rings

Middle Earth Marvels Half Day Journey into the Lord of the Rings

5.0
(1)
6h
$4,627
per person
Christchurch Essentials Guided Walking Tour

Christchurch Essentials Guided Walking Tour

5.0
(1)
1h
$15
per person
Arrival Transfer: Airport CHC to Christchurch by Luxury Van

Arrival Transfer: Airport CHC to Christchurch by Luxury Van

5.0
(1)
20m
$111
per person
Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook & Tekapo (Private Tour)

Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook & Tekapo (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
12h
$5,864
per person
Private Tour South Island (From Queenstown)

Private Tour South Island (From Queenstown)

5.0
(1)
Duration varies
$2,345
per person
Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki Day Tour

Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki Day Tour

5.0
(1)
10h
$293
per person
Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch

Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch

5.0
(1)
9h
$381
per person
Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch

Private & Exclusive One-Way Transfer Queenstown to Christchurch

5.0
(1)
Duration varies
$5,864
per person
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Waipara Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Waipara Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

5.0
(1)
8h
$188
per person
Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch

Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch

5.0
(1)
9h
$226
per person
Queenstown Helicopter Experience Exclusive Earnslaw Burn Glacier

Queenstown Helicopter Experience Exclusive Earnslaw Burn Glacier

5.0
(1)
1h
$539
per person
Lake Hāwea: 3 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

Lake Hāwea: 3 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

5.0
(1)
3h
$208
per person
Glenorchy 50 min Helicopter Tour | Earnslaw Burn & Waterfalls

Glenorchy 50 min Helicopter Tour | Earnslaw Burn & Waterfalls

5.0
(1)
50m
$331
per person
Kaikoura Helicopters Grand Alpine Helicopter Tour

Kaikoura Helicopters Grand Alpine Helicopter Tour

5.0
(1)
1h
$468
per person
Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Central

Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Central

5.0
(1)
1h
$173
per person
Heli-Scenic Abel Tasman Experience

Heli-Scenic Abel Tasman Experience

5.0
(1)
2h
$2,028
per person
Trial Flight

Trial Flight

5.0
(1)
1h
$305
per person
3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Kayak & Walk - Nelson

3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Kayak & Walk - Nelson

5.0
(1)
3d
$1,167
per person
Queenstown - Private Family Group Bike Tour, Up to 11 E-bikes

Queenstown - Private Family Group Bike Tour, Up to 11 E-bikes

5.0
(1)
6h
$1,173
per person
Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Van

Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Van

5.0
(1)
20m
$111
per person
Godley Head & Lyttelton Scenic Drive & Guided Walk (Private Tour)

Godley Head & Lyttelton Scenic Drive & Guided Walk (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
8h
$234
per person
Dunedin Intl Airport (DUN) to Dunedin - Arrival Private Transfer

Dunedin Intl Airport (DUN) to Dunedin - Arrival Private Transfer

5.0
(1)
40m
$80
per person
Full Day Sightseeing Tour To Discover Queenstown's Scenic Wonder

Full Day Sightseeing Tour To Discover Queenstown's Scenic Wonder

5.0
(1)
6h
$527
per person
Expert Fly Fishing Adventures with Matt Butler from Te Anau

Expert Fly Fishing Adventures with Matt Butler from Te Anau

5.0
(1)
8h
$821
per person
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter

Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter

5.0
(1)
8h
$202
per person
Dunedin to Invercargill via the Catlins 1 Way Small Group Tour

Dunedin to Invercargill via the Catlins 1 Way Small Group Tour

5.0
(1)
9h
$147
per person
1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Tour)

1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
4h
$234
per person
Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

5.0
(1)
2h
$545
per person
Go Rock Climbing in Christchurch (Private Tour)

Go Rock Climbing in Christchurch (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
1d
$234
per person
Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Helicopter Experience

Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Helicopter Experience

5.0
(1)
12h
$381
per person
Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience

Mount Cook Small Group Scenic Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience

5.0
(1)
12h
$454
per person
Private MTB Lesson at Cardrona Alpine Resort

Private MTB Lesson at Cardrona Alpine Resort

5.0
(1)
8h
$349
per person
Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

5.0
(1)
3h
$572
per person
20 Minute Trial Flight Over Lake Wanaka

20 Minute Trial Flight Over Lake Wanaka

5.0
(1)
20m
$228
per person
Bike Ferry Portobello to Port Chalmers and Quarantine Island

Bike Ferry Portobello to Port Chalmers and Quarantine Island

5.0
(1)
15m
$9
per person
Lake Wakatipu Queenstown: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

Lake Wakatipu Queenstown: 6 hour Fishing Adventure by Boat

5.0
(1)
6h
$399
per person
TeAnau to Queenstown via Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Lunch

TeAnau to Queenstown via Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Lunch

5.0
(1)
10h
$219
per person
Routeburn Guided Day Hike from Te Anau with Lunch & Transport

Routeburn Guided Day Hike from Te Anau with Lunch & Transport

5.0
(1)
8h
$182
per person
Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo

Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo

5.0
(1)
30m
$438
per person
Franz Josef to Wanaka Small-Group Tour (One-Way) Includes Lunch

Franz Josef to Wanaka Small-Group Tour (One-Way) Includes Lunch

5.0
(1)
8h
$170
per person
Wanaka to Franz Josef Small-Group Tour (One Way) Includes Lunch

Wanaka to Franz Josef Small-Group Tour (One Way) Includes Lunch

5.0
(1)
8h
$170
per person
Glenorchy Snow Landing Helicopter Flight 30mins

Glenorchy Snow Landing Helicopter Flight 30mins

5.0
(1)
30m
$211
per person
Rowboat Rental in New Zealand for 30, 60 or 120 Minutes

Rowboat Rental in New Zealand for 30, 60 or 120 Minutes

5.0
(1)
30m
$12
per person
Fiordland Finest Helicopter Flight from Queenstown

Fiordland Finest Helicopter Flight from Queenstown

5.0
(1)
2h
$1,085
per person
Milford Sound Discoverer 2 Hour Scenic Helicopter Experience

Milford Sound Discoverer 2 Hour Scenic Helicopter Experience

5.0
(1)
2h
$872
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

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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.