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3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Kayak & Walk - Nelson

3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Kayak & Walk - Nelson

5.0
(1)
3d
$1,168
per person
Farm Tour and Milford Sound Nature Cruise from Te Anau

Farm Tour and Milford Sound Nature Cruise from Te Anau

5.0
(1)
8h
$185
per person
Trial Flight

Trial Flight

5.0
(1)
1h
$305
per person
Godley Head & Lyttelton Scenic Drive & Guided Walk (Private Tour)

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

5.0
(1)
8h
$235
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
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
1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Small Group Tour)

1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Small Group Tour)

5.0
(1)
3h
$176
per person
Mount Hay Station Guided 4WD Tour in Lake Tekapo

Mount Hay Station Guided 4WD Tour in Lake Tekapo

5.0
(1)
3h
$176
per person
Go Rock Climbing in Christchurch (Private Tour)

Go Rock Climbing in Christchurch (Private Tour)

5.0
(1)
1d
$235
per person
Picton Shore Excursion Kaipupu Sanctuary Water Taxi

Picton Shore Excursion Kaipupu Sanctuary Water Taxi

5.0
(1)
2h
$15
per person
1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Tour)

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

5.0
(1)
4h
$235
per person
Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

5.0
(1)
2h
$546
per person
Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

5.0
(157)
3h
$146
per person
Full Day Guided Walking Tour and Picnic around Godley Head

Full Day Guided Walking Tour and Picnic around Godley Head

5.0
(146)
6h
$176
per person
CHP Bike Rentals Cromwell

CHP Bike Rentals Cromwell

5.0
(280)
4h
$106
per person
The Ultimate Lake Dunstan Bike Hire And Boat Experience

The Ultimate Lake Dunstan Bike Hire And Boat Experience

5.0
(99)
6h
$170
per person
Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike with Lorelle & Greg

Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike with Lorelle & Greg

5.0
(296)
7h
$41
per person
Wanaka 4x4 Explorer The Ultimate Lake and Mountain Adventure

Wanaka 4x4 Explorer The Ultimate Lake and Mountain Adventure

5.0
(92)
4h
$176
per person
Queenstown Guided Self-Drive Buggy Tour

Queenstown Guided Self-Drive Buggy Tour

5.0
(180)
1h
$299
per person
Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau with Cruise

Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau with Cruise

5.0
(255)
9h
$199
per person
Wine Tour & Maori Culture Queenstown

Wine Tour & Maori Culture Queenstown

5.0
(84)
5h
$176
per person
Wildwire Wanaka- Level 2 (4 Hours)

Wildwire Wanaka- Level 2 (4 Hours)

5.0
(466)
4h
$220
per person
Scenic Cruise & Guided walk on Historic Motor Yacht Lake Te Anau

Scenic Cruise & Guided walk on Historic Motor Yacht Lake Te Anau

5.0
(76)
1d
$97
per person
Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka

Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka

5.0
(301)
1h
$93
per person
Lake Dunstan Cycleway Bike Rental With Return Luxury Shuttle

Lake Dunstan Cycleway Bike Rental With Return Luxury Shuttle

5.0
(139)
5h
$88
per person
Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+)

Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+)

5.0
(269)
3h
$410
per person
Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau

Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau

5.0
(132)
4h
$150
per person
Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour

Afternoon Boutique Wine Tour

5.0
(65)
4h
$146
per person
Scenic Guided eBike Tour Ride to the Lake

Scenic Guided eBike Tour Ride to the Lake

5.0
(64)
3h
$132
per person
Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise

Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise

5.0
(63)
12h
$217
per person
Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure

Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure

5.0
(62)
2h
$58
per person
ebike tour lake Hawea river track to Wanaka

ebike tour lake Hawea river track to Wanaka

5.0
(61)
4h
$126
per person
Milford Sound Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

Milford Sound Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

5.0
(61)
4h
$322
per person
Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness

Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness

5.0
(669)
2h
$120
per person
Packraft Wanaka

Packraft Wanaka

5.0
(54)
7h
$258
per person
Glentanner High Country Heli Hike

Glentanner High Country Heli Hike

5.0
(52)
4h
$291
per person
Blenheim Half day Wine Tour

Blenheim Half day Wine Tour

5.0
(100)
5h
$123
per person
Dunedin WATER TAXI-Port To Port

Dunedin WATER TAXI-Port To Port

5.0
(97)
10m
$29
per person
Half-Day Kayak Experience on the Mighty Clutha River from Wanaka

Half-Day Kayak Experience on the Mighty Clutha River from Wanaka

5.0
(47)
4h
$237
per person
Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

5.0
(256)
3h
$117
per person
Cruise Milford Small Group Day Tour from Queenstown

Cruise Milford Small Group Day Tour from Queenstown

5.0
(42)
13h
$217
per person
Bike & Wine Tour: Arrowtown to Valley of the Vines

Bike & Wine Tour: Arrowtown to Valley of the Vines

5.0
(204)
7h
$70
per person
Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula

Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula

5.0
(39)
4h
$147
per person
Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire

Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire

5.0
(36)
1h
$50
per person
Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery

Private Guided Tour of Dunedin City Heritage and Unique Wildlife and Scenery

5.0
(36)
5h
$1,027
per person
Kaikoura Whale Watching - 45 Minute Ocean Safari

Kaikoura Whale Watching - 45 Minute Ocean Safari

5.0
(36)
1h
$484
per person
1 Day Sea Kayak Rental

1 Day Sea Kayak Rental

5.0
(36)
7h
$70
per person
Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour

Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour

5.0
(178)
1h
$70
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.