Top Things to Do in South Island

We compared all 576 experiences in South Island so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.8 576 experiences from NZ$ 14.54 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All tours (181–200 of 576)

Marlborough: Small Group Wine Tour & Chocolate Tasting Day
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Most booked
Marlborough: Small Group Wine Tour & Chocolate Tasting DayLet yourself wander through Marlborough’s vineyards, taste local Sauvignon Blancs, enjoy a vineyard lunch, and finish with handmade chocolates. Includes pickup.
142 reviews
4.96★
Duration
6h
Every day
10:00
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 282per person
Mount Cook helicopter flight with glacier landing: 55 minutes
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Travelers' pick
Mount Cook helicopter flight with glacier landing: 55 minutesFly over New Zealand's highest peak and land on alpine snow during a 55-minute helicopter tour of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.
142 reviews
4.71★
Duration
55m
start times · Every day
31
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 949per person
Christchurch city tour with gondola, tramway and punting
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Travelers' pick
Christchurch city tour with gondola, tramway and puntingSmall-group Christchurch tour with local guide, gondola views, historic tramway and Avon River punting. Lunch included, 6 hours.
140 reviews
4.96★
Duration
6h
Every day
09:00
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 399per person
Otago Harbour wildlife cruise: Albatross, seals and penguins
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Travelers' pick
Otago Harbour wildlife cruise: Albatross, seals and penguinsSmall group cruise through Otago Harbour with a skipper who has spent 20+ years on these waters, spot albatross.
139 reviews
4.85★
Duration
1h 30m–2h
start times · Every day
6
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 190per person
Te Anau Jet Boat and Biking Combo Upper Waiau River
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Likely to sell out
Te Anau Jet Boat and Biking Combo Upper Waiau RiverJet boat and bike tour on Te Anau's Upper Waiau River and Lake Manapouri with small group, guide and all gear included.
138 reviews
4.99★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
5
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 255per person
Akaroa: Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tour & Harbour Views
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Best value
Akaroa: Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tour & Harbour ViewsAlpaca farm near Akaroa with close encounters, harbour views and volcanic backdrop. 20 minutes from the village, year-round access. Self-drive or arrange transport.
138 reviews
4.86★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 62per person
Franz Josef helicopter tour with 3 glaciers & snow landing
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Travelers' pick
Franz Josef helicopter tour with 3 glaciers & snow landingFly over Franz Josef, Fox and Tasman Glaciers on a 45-minute helicopter tour with a 10–15 minute snow landing in the Southern Alps near Mount Cook.
136 reviews
4.85★
Duration
45m
start times · Every day
6
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 695per person
Marlborough Sounds cruise from Picton: Taste local seafood
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Travelers' pick
Marlborough Sounds cruise from Picton: Taste local seafoodCruise through Marlborough Sounds from Picton, sampling fresh salmon and Greenshell mussels while enjoying expert commentary and daily departures.
136 reviews
4.70★
Duration
3h
Every day
13:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 150per person
Tandem Paragliding Queenstown: Fly from Coronet Peak
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Travelers' pick
Tandem Paragliding Queenstown: Fly from Coronet PeakTandem paragliding from Coronet Peak near Queenstown with return transport and experienced pilot: soar over the Wakatipu valley with no experience needed.
135 reviews
4.70★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
14
Live guide EN · IT · ESFree cancellationfromNZ$ 379per person
Milford Sound Overnight Kayaking: Fiordland Jewel Cruise
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Milford Sound Overnight Kayaking: Fiordland Jewel CruiseWake up to Mitre Peak views on a Milford Sound overnight cruise, with kayaking, chef-prepared meals, and a cozy cabin. Includes pickup options from Te Anau or Queenstown.
135 reviews
4.81★
Duration
17h 30m
Every dayLive guide ENfromNZ$ 1,449per person
Arthur's Pass Day Tour from Christchurch: TranzAlpine Train Return
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Travelers' pick
Arthur's Pass Day Tour from Christchurch: TranzAlpine Train ReturnDay tour from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass with expert guide, alpine walks and limestone formations.
133 reviews
4.48★
Duration
10h
Every day
09:00
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 425per person
Queenstown: Kids Quad Bike Family Adventure & Parent Ride
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Queenstown: Kids Quad Bike Family Adventure & Parent RideKids and parents ride their own quad bikes on purpose-built tracks near Queenstown, with a local guide, safety gear, transfers, and photos included.
132 reviews
4.98★
Duration
1h 15m
start times · Every day
5
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 289per person
2-Hour Waiatoto River Jetboat Safari: South Westland
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2-Hour Waiatoto River Jetboat Safari: South WestlandJet boat up the Waiatoto River into South Westland's UNESCO World Heritage rainforest for two hours with a live guide, life jacket and warm gear included.
132 reviews
4.92★
Duration
2h
Every day
11:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 319per person
Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown & Fiordland
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Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown & FiordlandScenic flight over Milford Sound from Queenstown with window seats, Mitre Peak & Stirling Falls views. Includes pickup, all fees. 1 hour flight.
130 reviews
4.98★
Duration
1h 30m
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ZHPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 760per person
Dunedin Nature & City Full-Day Cruise Tour from Port Chalmers
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Travelers' pick
Dunedin Nature & City Full-Day Cruise Tour from Port ChalmersFull-day bus tour of Dunedin and Otago Peninsula for cruise passengers, departing Port Chalmers with a live guide and air-conditioned vehicle.
129 reviews
4.60★
Duration
6h–7h
Every dayLive guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 95per person
Akaroa: Sunrise Sea Kayak Safari & Wildlife in Marine Reserve
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Akaroa: Sunrise Sea Kayak Safari & Wildlife in Marine ReserveEarly morning sea kayaking in Akaroa’s marine reserve with a local guide. Spot Hector’s dolphins, penguins, and orca. Includes photos, refreshments, and small groups.
128 reviews
4.87★
Duration
3h
Every day except Friday
07:30
Live guide EN · FR · ESInstant confirmationfromNZ$ 155per person
Franz Josef: Lake Mapourika Kayak & Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary Walk
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Franz Josef: Lake Mapourika Kayak & Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary WalkPaddle Lake Mapourika’s calm waters, explore ancient rainforest in the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary, and enjoy coffee with glacier views. Includes guide, gear, and free photos.
128 reviews
4.90★
Duration
4h
Every day
14:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 179per person
Christchurch to Queenstown tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
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Travelers' pick
Christchurch to Queenstown tour via Mt Cook & Lake TekapoOne-way guided tour from Christchurch to Queenstown crossing Mt Cook National Park, Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki with picnic lunch and 2 hours free time.
127 reviews
4.72★
Duration
14h
Every day
06:30
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 399per person
Queenstown Helicopter Tour: Land on The Remarkables
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Travelers' pick
Queenstown Helicopter Tour: Land on The RemarkablesFly 25 minutes from Queenstown to The Remarkables spur at 5,000 feet with landing, photo stop, hotel pickup, headsets, and guide commentary.
126 reviews
4.95★
Duration
25m
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 430per person
Wanaka: Highest Waterfall Cable Climb & Via Ferrata Level 1
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★Top rated
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
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 205per person
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