All 134 things to do in South Island
The top South Island tours and things to do in South Island.
Heli Hiking Franz Josef
Combine a scenic helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier with a two-hour guided walk amongst the ice caves, pinnacles and seracs of New Zealand's South ...
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Franz Josef, New Zealand
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3 hours (approx.)
See all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island on a five-day guided sightseeing tour. You'll travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown, ...
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 days / 4 nights
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Small-Group Franz Josef Glacier Walk
Be astounded by the natural beauty of the Franz Josef Glacier on a small-group glacier walk. Travel by helicopter to the pinnacles area of the glacier to ...
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Franz Josef, New Zealand
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4 hours (approx.)
Queenstown Skyline Gondola and Restaurant
Take in Queenstown's stunning lake and mountain views over lunch or dinner at Queenstown Skyline Restaurant. A scenic gondola ride will take you high above ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Full-Day Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park Tour including Milford Sound Cruise and BBQ Lunch from Queenstown
Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand, a must-see for any traveler. This is a small group tour for travelers seeking a ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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12 hours (approx.)
Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Queenstown
Discover Milford Sound on a full-day trip from Queenstown. You'll travel through beautiful Fiordland in a luxury coach with panoramic windows and take an ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Queenstown including Helicopter Flight
Discover Milford Sound by land, sea and air on this ultimate full-day tour from Queenstown. First, you'll travel through magnificent alpine landscapes on ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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10 hours (approx.)
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise
Experience the natural beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise departing from Manapouri on New Zealand’s South Island. Cruise on a traditional ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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2 days (approx.)
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau
Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins as you cruise the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri. Then it's over Wilmot Pass, stopping along the way to ...
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Te Anau, New Zealand
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9 hours (approx.)
Picturesque mountains, deep fiords and icy glaciers - this is New Zealand's South Island. See for yourself on a four-day independent tour highlighting this ...
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 days / 3 nights
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The fascinating Te Anau caves system on the western shore of Lake Te Anau offers an underground adventure that charms visitors of all ages. This tour takes ...
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Te Anau, New Zealand
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
The Remarkables Mountain Range dominates the eastern skyline of Queenstown. You will appreciate first hand how these peaks have earned their name when you land ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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20 minutes (approx.)
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Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch including TranzCoastal Rail Journey
Spend the day getting close to nature on this Kaikoura Whale Watching tour from Christchurch. Travel by road through the rolling hill country of North ...
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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10.5 hours
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Queenstown
Be struck by the beautiful silence of Doubtful Sound as you cruise the crystal waters and take in the breathtaking scenery. Journey across Lake Manapouri, ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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12 hours (approx.)
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Spend the day getting close to nature on a whale-watching day trip to Kaikoura, renowned for its variety of marine mammals. You'll enjoy a scenic drive ...
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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11 hrs
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Small-Group Franz Josef Glacier Walk -
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Full-Day Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park Tour including Milford Sound Cruise and BBQ Lunch from Queenstown -
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Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Queenstown -
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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau
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