Activities across the South Island, New Zealand. Across South Island, NZ Activities types include: Air, Helicopter & Balloon, Cruises, Sailing & Water, Cultural & Theme, Day Trips & Excursions, Food, Wine & Nightlife, Multi-day & Extended, Outdoor Activities, Shows, Concerts & Sports, Tours & Sightseeing.

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South Island (24)

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Air, Helicopter & Balloon (3)
Cruises, Sailing & Water (7)
Cultural & Theme (8)
Day Trips & Excursions (6)
Food, Wine & Nightlife (2)
Multi-day & Extended (3)
Outdoor Activities (11)
Shows, Concerts & Sports (1)
Tours & Sightseeing (3)
Transportation (1)
Walking & Biking (6)
Water Sports (6)

Activity Listings (1-10 of 24)

3 Day Southern Highlights Scenic Tour

3 Day Southern Highlights Scenic Tour

Multi-day Coach Tour - South Island

A three day tour offering the best the South Island has to give. Travel to Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford and Dunedin before returning to Christchurch More...

Historic Pub Tour

Historic Pub Tour

Bar / Club / Pub Tour - South Island - Starting from $257.00 per person

The most exhilarating and unique way to tour the region with nothing in the way to impede your view - all on the back of a 3-seater cruising trike! This tour is designed to showcase some of the region’s historic pubs and more.
Central Otago boasts stunning landscapes, vineyards, and historic buildings from the gold rush era. This tour takes you over the Crown Range, through the Kawarau Valley and Cromwell Basin passing by some of the regions stunning vistas with photo opportunities at some... More...

Routeburn Track Day Hike from Queenstown (Privately Guided)

Routeburn Track Day Hike from Queenstown (Privately Guided)

Hiking - Walking - South Island - Starting from $250.00 per person

Experience a privately guided day hike on the Routeburn Track which is one of New Zealand’s 9 Great Walks and is the ultimate alpine adventure! 
You will leisurely hike alongside the picturesque Routeburn river before heading up to Bridal Veil Waterfall and a swing bridge then leads through to the majestic Routeburn Flats where you will find a stunning spot to rest and enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch. After lunch you will then continue hiking up to the Routeburn Falls Hut through spectacular... More...

Explore Mount Cook from Christchurch

Explore Mount Cook from Christchurch

Day Tour - South Island - Starting from $375.00 per person

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 of the Canterbury Plains, view MacKenzie Basin, Lakes Tekapo and Pukari and Tasman Glacier. Lunch at the Hermitage Hotel as well as morning and afternoon snacks are also included on your guided tour. More...

Half Day Small Group Mavora Lakes 4WD Expedition from Te Anau

Half Day Small Group Mavora Lakes 4WD Expedition from Te Anau

4WD Tour - South Island - Starting from $175.00 per person

Enjoy a half day small group expedition around Mavora Lakes, one of the gems of the Southern Lakes district. You will be driving the famous Wild Rides ‘Wilder Beast’ comfortable 4WD vehicle. There will be plenty of water crossings and will even spend time driving through the lake itself when the water level is high. A true off-road experience in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful areas. Stop for a snack in the wilderness at Carey’s hut where the only other people you may see are explorers... More...

Full-Day Milford Sound Walk and Cruise Including Scenic Flights from Queenstown

Full-Day Milford Sound Walk and Cruise Including Scenic Flights from Queenstown

Air Tour - South Island - Starting from $699.00 per person

Experience the Milford Sound Track during this special tour. Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound where you will be met by your local guide and transferred by ferry boat to the famous Milford Sound track. You will then walk on the track for 1.5-2 hours to the Giant Gate Waterfall. You will then take a 2-hour boat cruise at Milford Sound. See it all on this unique tour! More...

Hovercraft Ethereal Evening Experience Cruise on Lake Pukaki from Twizel

Hovercraft Ethereal Evening Experience Cruise on Lake Pukaki from Twizel

Sightseeing Cruise - South Island - Starting from $120.00 per person

Join us on a 40- minute scenic trip around Lake Pukaki. Sit back and enjoy the beautiful views and informative commentary from your crew member of the iconic Aoraki Mount Cook and surroundings, as you hover over the turquoise lake past Morgans Island, Tekapo Power Station and Lake Town, were the Hobbit was filmed. On way back experience the thrill of our horizontal slides. Your hover experience also includes a free transfer courtesy van from the Twizel township. More...

Full-Day Abel Tasman Kayak and Walk

Full-Day Abel Tasman Kayak and Walk

Kayaking - South Island - Starting from $240.00 per person

Paddle into the heart of Abel Tasman National Park on a full-day kayaking and trekking tour with a guide. Start with an included water-taxi ride from Marahau and see a seal colony in its natural environment. Your guide accompanies you beautiful beaches along the coastline and introduces you to the spectacular scenery of Abel Tasman before a return bus transfer to Motueka. More...

Top of the South Island Walks

Top of the South Island Walks

City Tour - South Island - Starting from $2795.00 per person

Enjoy our ‘Top of the South’ 11 day itinerary which showcases two wonderful coastal tracks with stunning yet varying scenery – the Queen Charlotte Track and the Abel Tasman Coastal Track. Both tracks are walked independently with all elements of your trip pre arranged. More...

Mount Cook Private Day Tour via Lake Tekapo including Lunch

Mount Cook Private Day Tour via Lake Tekapo including Lunch

Day Tour - South Island - Starting from $349.00 per person

Enjoy a private day tour to Aoraki/Mount Cook - the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque town of Lake Tekapo, admire stunning alpine views from Lake Pukaki, and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the Hermitage Hotel.
 
Tours Highlights:
• Enjoy a day trip from Christchurch to discover incredible glaciers, lakes and rivers
• Sample award-winning cheese at a local cheese factory in Geraldine
• Visit the iconic Church of Good Shepherd and Bronze Sheepdog Statue... More...

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STAY CENTRAL - THE PENTHOUSESTAY CENTRAL - THE PENTHOUSE - Holiday Home.

Offering free WiFi and free private parking, STAY CENTRAL - THE PENTHOUSE is situated in New Plymouth, just 1.4 km from...

3 Day Southern Highlights Scenic Tour3 Day Southern Highlights Scenic Tour - Multi-day Coach Tour - South Island.

A three day tour offering the best the South Island has to give. Travel to Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford and Dunedin...

 

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