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 (221–240 of 576)

Stewart Island: Oban Village & Bays Minibus Tour
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Most booked
Stewart Island: Oban Village & Bays Minibus Tour60-minute guided minibus tour of Stewart Island's Oban Village, Lee Bay, Halfmoon Bay and Observation Rock. Small groups, photo stops, local guide commentary included.
107 reviews
4.79★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 64per person
Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours: 25 stops, no driving
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Travelers' pick
Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours: 25 stops, no drivingHop on and off at 25 Marlborough wineries, breweries and attractions with an air-conditioned shuttle and knowledgeable driver. Stay as long as you like at each stop.
106 reviews
4.02★
Duration
4h–7h
start times · Tue, Thu and Sat
5
Pickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 130per person
Lake Mapourika Cruise & Rainforest Walk: Kiwi Sanctuary
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Lake Mapourika Cruise & Rainforest Walk: Kiwi SanctuaryCruise Lake Mapourika and walk an exclusive rainforest trail in the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary near Franz Josef, with a guide sharing local stories among 1,200-year-old trees.
105 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 159per person
Gibbston Valley wine cave tour with tastings: New Zealand
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Best value
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
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 28per person
Gibbston Valley canyoning from Queenstown: Climb, abseil, swim
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Gibbston Valley canyoning from Queenstown: Climb, abseil, swimAbseil, climb and waterslide through a hidden canyon 40 minutes from Queenstown with a professional guide, all gear included, no experience needed.
104 reviews
4.89★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 249per person
Lake Dunstan Bike Hire & Boat: 42km Ride & Return Cruise
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Likely to sell out
Lake Dunstan Bike Hire & Boat: 42km Ride & Return Cruise42km bike ride along Lake Dunstan with e-bike option, boat return, and shuttle included. Self-guided from Cromwell to Clyde. Qualmark Gold accredited.
103 reviews
4.99★
Duration
6h
Every day except Friday
09:10
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 299per person
Wanaka 4x4 and boat tour: Lake and mountain views with picnic
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Wanaka 4x4 and boat tour: Lake and mountain views with picnicBoat and 4x4 tour on Lake Wanaka with gourmet picnic, guide and return transport: four hours combining water views of remote islands with mountain.
103 reviews
4.97★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 329per person
Wanaka Tandem Skydiving 20-min Flight Southern Alps
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Travelers' pick
Wanaka Tandem Skydiving 20-min Flight Southern AlpsTandem skydive over Wanaka's snow-capped mountains, glaciers and lakes with a 20-minute scenic flight to altitude and all gear included.
102 reviews
4.63★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
7
Live guide EN · ZHPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 379per person
Queenstown: Arrowtown & Gibbston Wine Bike Tour Full Day
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Queenstown: Arrowtown & Gibbston Wine Bike Tour Full DayFull-day bike tour from Queenstown through Arrowtown and Gibbston Valley wineries. Includes shuttle, e-bike rental, Kawarau Suspension Bridge, and cellar door access.
101 reviews
4.76★
Duration
7h 30m
Every day
09:20
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 115per person
Blenheim: WWI & WWII Aviation Exhibitions Skip-the-Line
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Travelers' pick
Blenheim: WWI & WWII Aviation Exhibitions Skip-the-LineTwo aviation exhibitions at Omaka Heritage Centre: Knights of the Sky (WWI collection) and Dangerous Skies (WWII). Skip-the-line entry. Open daily 10am–4pm.
101 reviews
4.87★
Duration
1h 30m
Every dayLive guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 49per person
Arrowtown to Queenstown: 36km Bike Trail & Suspension Bridge
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Travelers' pick
Arrowtown to Queenstown: 36km Bike Trail & Suspension BridgeSelf-guided 36km bike ride from Arrowtown to Queenstown with shuttle, e-bike option, and river trail views. 3.5–4 hours, helmet and map included.
100 reviews
4.74★
Duration
5h–7h
Every day
09:20
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 105per person
Lake Wanaka: Jet Ski Tour with Bays & Islands Views
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Likely to sell out
Lake Wanaka: Jet Ski Tour with Bays & Islands ViewsFeel the spray on a Lake Wanaka jet ski tour, weaving past alpine bays and islands. Includes jet ski rental, life jackets, and flexible options for friends or family.
100 reviews
4.95★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 235per person
Wine Tasting & Māori Culture in Wānaka: 2 Wineries
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★Top rated
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
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 189per person
Christchurch to Picton: Coastal Pacific Train Journey
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Travelers' pick
Christchurch to Picton: Coastal Pacific Train JourneyOne-way rail journey along 98km of South Island coastline. GPS-triggered audio commentary, open-air viewing decks, café carriage. Depart Christchurch, arrive Picton.
100 reviews
4.68★
Every day
07:00
fromNZ$ 275per person
Dunedin City Coastal Tour: 3-Hour Small-Group Guide
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Travelers' pick
Dunedin City Coastal Tour: 3-Hour Small-Group GuideThree-hour guided tour of Dunedin from Port Chalmers with pickup included, covering the Railway Station.
100 reviews
4.74★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
5
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 169per person
Arrowtown Electric Bike Hire: Self-Paced Trails & Flexible Pickup
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Arrowtown Electric Bike Hire: Self-Paced Trails & Flexible PickupElectric bike rental in Arrowtown with 9am–5pm pickup, helmet and trail maps included. Ride through Queenstown Trail scenery at your own pace, 24-hour cancellation.
100 reviews
4.95★
Duration
1h–8h
Every dayFree cancellationfromNZ$ 145per person
Queenstown: Gibbston Valley Wine Tour & 3 Tastings
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Likely to sell out
Queenstown: Gibbston Valley Wine Tour & 3 TastingsAfternoon wine tour from Queenstown through Gibbston Valley with tastings at Peregrine, Mt Rosa and Gibbston Valley Wines. Small group, local guide, Mercedes transport.
97 reviews
4.97★
Duration
3h 30m
Every day
15:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 259per person
Wanaka: Off Road 4WD Farm Safari & Alpine Cafe Views
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Likely to sell out
Wanaka: Off Road 4WD Farm Safari & Alpine Cafe ViewsFeel the wild side of Wanaka on a 4WD farm safari, spot red deer up close, walk alpine trails, and relax with coffee at a private mountain cafe. Includes guide & tea.
96 reviews
4.97★
Duration
4h 30m
Every day
08:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 365per person
Fox Glacier Rainforest Walk & Mountain Views, New Zealand
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Fox Glacier Rainforest Walk & Mountain Views, New ZealandWestland Tai Poutini National Park's rainforest to Fox Neve with guides explaining geology, flora and Mt Tasman views. Includes gear, tea break. All weather.
96 reviews
4.83★
Duration
3h–4h
Every day
13:30
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 115per person
Akaroa Harbour: Fox II Sailing & Wildlife Cruise Tour
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Akaroa Harbour: Fox II Sailing & Wildlife Cruise TourFeel the quiet of Akaroa Harbour on a Fox II sailing tour, watching rare dolphins and penguins with a local guide. Includes hot drinks, biscuits, and small group comfort.
95 reviews
4.87★
Duration
2h 45m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · FRFree cancellationfromNZ$ 145per person
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