Destinations
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Must-do experiences
Milford Sound & Fiordland: Small Group Cruise from QueenstownSmall group tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound with cruise and picnic lunch. Visit Mirror Lakes, Homer Tunnel, and Mitre Peak in Fiordland National Park.
- 3,812 reviews
- 4.93★
- Duration
- 13h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Milford Sound Small Boat Cruise & Mitre Peak ViewsSmall-group Milford Sound cruise in Fiordland with wildlife, waterfalls & complimentary refreshments. Max 75 passengers, uncrowded experience, UNESCO World Heritage site.
- 3,265 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 1h 45m
- start times · Every day
- 9
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Boat Tour & Sperm Whale EncountersWhale watching boat tour in Kaikoura with 95% success rate and 80% refund guarantee. See sperm whales year-round on catamarans with experienced guides.
- 3,055 reviews
- 4.47★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 3
Recommended (7)
Shotover River Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown: 360° spins through river canyons
- 2,902 reviews
- 4.84★
- Duration
- 25m
Milford Sound: Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
- 2,677 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 13h
Akaroa Dolphins & Seals: 2-Hour Harbour Cruise with Wine
- 2,293 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 2h
Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly from Queenstown: Scenic Flight & Fiord
- 2,255 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 4h 30m
Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Cruise with Wildlife Views
- 1,645 reviews
- 4.83★
- Duration
- 2h
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu 90-Minute Scenic Cruise & Remarkables
- 1,588 reviews
- 4.76★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Lord of the Rings tour Queenstown: Film locations with costumes
- 1,538 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 4h 30m
Top rated (10)
Lake Te Anau scenic cruise & walk: South Fiord from Te AnauCruise across Lake Te Anau to the South Fiord on a historic motor yacht, then walk among native forest and hidden lakes with a local guide over light.
- 172 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Tue–Sat
- 2
Wanaka: Highest Waterfall Cable Climb & Via Ferrata Level 1Climb the world's highest waterfall on steel rungs and wire bridges near Wanaka. Two hours, professional guide, all gear included. Suitable for beginners with basic fitness.
- 124 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 5
Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau: Cruise IncludedStart your Milford Sound day trip from Te Anau with a private Tesla ride, guided stops through Fiordland, and a 2-hour cruise: includes morning tea and pickup.
- 122 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 7h–10h
Wine Tasting & Māori Culture in Wānaka: 2 WineriesThree hours sampling wines at two Wānaka wineries while learning Māori history and perspectives of the region.
- 100 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Tue, Thu and Fri
- 2
Wanaka: Highest Waterfall Cable Climb Level 2 (4 Hours)Four-hour cable climb on the world's highest waterfall via ferrata, 20 minutes from Wanaka. Includes guide, safety gear, training and lunch. Moderate fitness required.
- 492 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike in Renwick: 14 Cellar DoorsRent a comfortable cruiser bike in Renwick and spend your afternoon visiting 14 nearby cellar doors at your own pace. The team gives you a map.
- 363 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 7h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Jet Boat Adventure on Clutha River from WanakaJet boat the Clutha River from Wanaka with live commentary and 360 spins through the Snake section and Devils Nook switchback.
- 332 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 1h 15m
- start times · Every day
- 3
Lake Dunstan Trail bike rental in Cromwell: Electric or standardRent an electric or standard mountain bike in Cromwell and ride the 42km Lake Dunstan Trail to Clyde with shuttle return, briefing, helmets and emergency kit.
- 283 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 4h–5h
Kaikoura: Llama Trek Bay Beaches & Seal Colony WalkWalk the Kaikoura coastline with your own llama, spot wild seals, hear local stories from your guide, and enjoy free cake and a drink. Includes gear and pickup options.
- 175 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Lake Dunstan Cycleway bike rental: 42km ride with return shuttleRide the Lake Dunstan Cycleway from Cromwell to Clyde on a brand new e-bike or gravel bike, with a luxury shuttle returning you to the start.
- 168 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 5h
- Every day
- 09:30
Lowest price (10)
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Time Tripper Show & Underwater ObservatoryFeel the thrill of Queenstown’s Time Tripper show under Lake Wakatipu, journey through 90 million years in 30 minutes, and spot real fish with entry included.
- 89 reviews
- 4.60★
- Duration
- 30m
- start times · Every day
- 17
Omaka Aviation Heritage WWII Exhibition Skip the LineWalk through the Dangerous Skies exhibition at Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre and stand in front of an original de Havilland Mosquito.
- 28 reviews
- 4.57★
- Duration
- 45m–7h
Olveston Historic Home guided tour in Dunedin: Glimpse early 20th century lifeTour the 13-room Olveston Historic Home in Dunedin with a live guide who walks you through original art.
- 225 reviews
- 4.85★
- Duration
- 1h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Gibbston Valley wine cave tour with tastings: New ZealandWalk inside New Zealand's largest wine cave at Gibbston Valley and taste three current releases with a cellar door host who shows you where the region's.
- 105 reviews
- 4.64★
- Duration
- 30m
- start times · Every day
- 4
Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake StoriesWalk through Christchurch's central city with a local guide who shares first-hand earthquake stories, rebuilding efforts.
- 41 reviews
- 4.93★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Knights of the Sky Blenheim: WWI Aircraft & ArtifactsPeter Jackson's World War One aircraft collection at Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre in Blenheim. Self-guided or guided tours available. 45 minutes to 2 hours.
- 31 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 45m–2h
Christchurch: Willowbank Wildlife Reserve & Guaranteed Kiwi ViewingSee NZ's Big 5 wildlife (kea, kaka, takahe, tuatara, and kiwi) plus 50+ species at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve in Christchurch. Hand-feed alpacas and farm animals.
- 123 reviews
- 4.52★
- Duration
- 1h–3h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram: 18 stops, all dayRide the Christchurch Tram on a newly extended track with live driver commentary, hop off at 18 stops around the inner city.
- 987 reviews
- 4.55★
- Duration
- 1d
- Every day
- 10:00
Queenstown: Fear Factory Haunted House & Live ScaresNew Zealand's haunted house in Queenstown's CBD. Live-action horror through the old Lockhart Hotel, 30 minutes, groups or solo. Adults and accompanied children welcome.
- 252 reviews
- 4.62★
- Duration
- 30m
- start times · Every day
- 18
Dunedin: Speight's Brewery Tour & Beer TastingNew Zealand's oldest brewery tour from 1876 to today. Seventy-five minutes includes guided tour, beer tasting, and how to pour the perfect pint. Groups capped at 15.
- 715 reviews
- 4.86★
- Duration
- 1h 15m
- start times · Fri–Sun
- 3
Just added (8)
Half-Day Fishing Charter on Lake Wānaka: Trout & SalmonThree-hour guided fishing charter on Lake Wānaka targeting Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout and Quinnat Salmon. Your local guide provides all equipment and snacks while you fish.
- 5 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Lord of the Rings Queenstown Tour: Filming Locations GuidePrivate 8-hour Lord of the Rings tour from Queenstown through Glenorchy, Paradise and Arrowtown with a live guide, door-to-door pickup.
- 2 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 8h
- start times · Every day
- 3
3-day self-guided hike Canterbury with luggage transfersThree-day self-guided trek through Canterbury backcountry with daily luggage transfers so you carry only lunch. All meals.
- Duration
- 3d
- Every day
- 17:30
Island Hills 2-day self-guided hike with meals & luggage transfersTwo-day backcountry hike in Canterbury's Island Hills Station with daily luggage transfers, all meals, hot showers and farm accommodation.
- Duration
- 2d
- Every day
- 17:30
2-Day Self-Guided Hike: Island Hills Station, CanterburyHike 11km or 19km across Island Hills Station near Canterbury with daily luggage transfers, hot showers at camp, and a choice of easier or full-distance routes on day two.
- Duration
- 2d
- Every day
- 17:30
3-Day Self-Guided Hike Canterbury: Luggage Transfers DailyThree-day self-guided hike through Island Hills Station private nature park near Canterbury.
- Duration
- 3d
- Every day
- 17:30
Milford Sound Cruise from Te Anau: Small Group, Priority BoardingSmall-group tour from Te Anau to Milford Sound in a 12-seat glass-roof Mercedes Sprinter, with priority boarding, the Captain's VIP Lounge.
- 1 review
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 8h
- Every day
- 10:00
Wharariki Beach day trip from Nelson: Walk to sea cavesDay trip from Nelson to Wharariki Beach with guide, minivan transport, and snacks included. Walk through Kauri forest, climb to a 620m lookout.
- 1 review
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 10h
- Every day except Monday and Thursday
- 07:00
South Island at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05
- Most booked: Milford Sound & Fiordland: Small Group Cruise from Queenstown, NZ$ 369 (13h, 4.93★ · 3,812).
- Top rated: Milford Sound Small Boat Cruise & Mitre Peak Views, NZ$ 189 (1h 45m, 4.90★ · 3,265).
- Best value: Kaikoura: Whale Watching Boat Tour & Sperm Whale Encounters, NZ$ 179 (3h 30m, 4.47★ · 3,055).
Of the 576 experiences: 549 with free cancellation, 472 with instant confirmation, 258 with hotel pickup and 339 bookable last-minute.