All 134 things to do in South Island
The top South Island tours and things to do in South Island.
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
Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise
An overnight cruise amidst spectacular Milford Sound, is a once in a lifetime experience. While on board the Milford Mariner you will cruise the full length ...
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Milford Sound, New Zealand
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2 days (approx.)
Explore Mount Cook from Christchurch
Travel by road on a full day tour from Christchurch to Mount Cook, Australasia's highest mountain. Along the way you'll pass through the spectacular scenery ...
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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13 hrs
Milford Sound Sightseeing Cruise including Optional Lunch
Towering peaks and cascading waterfalls - this has to be the spectacular Milford Sound. Described as the 'Eighth Natural Wonder of the World', this cruise will ...
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Milford Sound, New Zealand
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1 hour and 45 minutes
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre
Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also ...
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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6 hours (approx.)
Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook One-Way Tour
The majestic beauty of the South Island is a must for any visitor to the South Island and one of the best ways to view the spectacular scenery is aboard a ...
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Christchurch, concludes in Queenstown, New Zealand
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12 hours (approx.)
Glenorchy Movie Locations Tour: The Lord of the Rings
If you’re a movie fan or lover of beautiful landscapes, take the opportunity to see film locations from ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films on this Middle-earth tour ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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4 hours (approx.)
Swimming with Dolphins in Akaroa
Make a date with the worlds smallest, rarest and friendliest dolphins only on Akaroa Harbour. There is only one place on the planet where you can swim with ...
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Akaroa, New Zealand
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3 hours (approx.)
Skippers Canyon and Shotover River Jet Boat Adventure
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Just north of Queenstown, you can experience the ride of your life as you twist and turn down the Shotover River and through Skippers Canyon at high speeds. ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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3 hours (approx.)
Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Queenstown including Scenic Flight
Experience the wonderful and breathtaking Milford Sound from the land, sea and sky on this full-day tour from Queenstown. Depart Queenstown and travel by ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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9 hours (approx.)
Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Te Anau
Be mesmerized by the World Heritage listed Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound on this full-day tour from Te Anau.
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Te Anau, New Zealand
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7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Skydive Queenstown
See Queenstown like never before as you take the ultimate leap of faith as you tandem skydive. Feel your adrenaline surge as you reach altitude and prepare to ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mount Cook Mountains High Helicopter Flight
The premier flight over this amazing alpine region with vast snowfields, glaciers and a spectacular view of New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook. Fly ...
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Mount Cook, New Zealand
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45 minutes (approx.)
Queenstown to Christchurch via Mount Cook Full-Day Tour
See the majestic beauty of the South Island on this one-way tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via the rugged landscape and scenic country surrounding Mount ...
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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11 hours (approx.)
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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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Heli Hiking Franz Josef -
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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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