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 (461–480 of 576)

Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch
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Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from ChristchurchPrivate day tour from Christchurch to Akaroa with Hector's Dolphin watching and Lyttelton Harbour views, including a professional driver and café stops along the scenic route.
7 reviews
5.00★
Duration
7h–8h
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · HI · URPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 300per person
Private Marlborough Wine Tour from Blenheim: 4+ Wineries
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Private Marlborough Wine Tour from Blenheim: 4+ WineriesPrivate wine tour of Marlborough starting from your Blenheim accommodation, visiting four or more wineries with tastings and lunch included.
7 reviews
4.86★
Duration
6h 30m
Every day
09:45
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 600per person
Queenstown to Milford Sound day trip: Cruise the fiord
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Queenstown to Milford Sound day trip: Cruise the fiordFull-day tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound with scenic cruise, stops at Mirror Lakes and Homer Tunnel, hotel pickup included, live English-speaking guide.
7 reviews
4.86★
Duration
8h–10h
Every dayLive guide EN · HIPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 699per person
Kayak Lake Wānaka: Self-Guided Paddle Back to Town
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Likely to sell out
Kayak Lake Wānaka: Self-Guided Paddle Back to TownPaddle 9–12km across Lake Wānaka on your own: transport to the start, kayak and safety gear included. You navigate the shoreline and islands.
7 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every day
09:00
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 149per person
Whitestone Cheese Factory Tour: Guided tasting with wine pairing
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Whitestone Cheese Factory Tour: Guided tasting with wine pairingSpend 90 minutes inside a working cheese factory in North Otago with viewing platforms overlooking production, then taste soft white.
6 reviews
4.67★
Duration
1h 30m
Wed–Fri
10:00
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 35per person
Arthur Pass & Castle Hill day tour: Alpine hikes
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Arthur Pass & Castle Hill day tour: Alpine hikesDay tour from Christchurch to Arthur Pass National Park and Castle Hill with professional guide, hotel pickup.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
7h–8h
Every dayLive guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 289per person
Rock Climbing in Wanaka: Introduction for Beginners
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Rock Climbing in Wanaka: Introduction for BeginnersLearn rock climbing outdoors in Matukituki Valley near Wanaka with a qualified instructor, all equipment included.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 618per person
Christchurch Airport to City Hotels: Private Transfer & Luggage Help
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Christchurch Airport to City Hotels: Private Transfer & Luggage HelpPrivate airport transfer from Christchurch airport to city hotels. Professional driver, up to 4 passengers, luggage assistance included. Fixed price, door-to-door service.
6 reviews
3.17★
Duration
30m
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 90per group
Christchurch Half Day Tour: Gardens, Gondola & Cathedral
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Christchurch Half Day Tour: Gardens, Gondola & CathedralHalf-day Christchurch tour with professional guide, hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport. Visit the Botanic Gardens.
6 reviews
4.50★
Duration
4h–5h
Every dayLive guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 199per person
Lord of the Rings Tour Queenstown: Full Day, Replica Props
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Lord of the Rings Tour Queenstown: Full Day, Replica PropsTen hours through Queenstown, Arrowtown, Glenorchy and Paradise Valley visiting Lord of the Rings filming locations.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h
Every day
08:00
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 2,000per group
Christchurch Airport to City Centre: Private Transfer & WiFi
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Travelers' pick
Christchurch Airport to City Centre: Private Transfer & WiFiPrivate airport transfer from Christchurch International to city centre with onboard WiFi, air-conditioned sedan, and real-time tracking. Pickup within 15 minutes of request.
6 reviews
4.33★
Duration
30m
Every dayLive guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 85per group
Riverside Electric Bike Tour Wanaka: 3.5-Hour Guided Ride
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Riverside Electric Bike Tour Wanaka: 3.5-Hour Guided RideGuided mountain bike tour along Wanaka's river with professional guide, bike rental and snacks included. 3.5 hours of varied terrain.
6 reviews
4.83★
Duration
3h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 320per person
Lake Te Anau Private Yacht Charter: 1935 Motor Yacht
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Likely to sell out
Lake Te Anau Private Yacht Charter: 1935 Motor YachtCharter an elegant 1935 motor yacht on Lake Te Anau with a dedicated crew and fully catered service. Your itinerary, your pace, entirely private.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
start times · Tue–Sat
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 1,650per group
Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown
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Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in QueenstownWant speed and marksmanship in one hour? Ride a 620 horsepower jet boat from 0 to 100kph in 2.5 seconds, then shoot clay targets at Oxbow Gun Club against a mountain backdrop.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
6
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 285per person
Christchurch Airport to City Center: Private Transfer & WiFi
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Travelers' pick
Christchurch Airport to City Center: Private Transfer & WiFiPrivate transfer from Christchurch Airport to city center in a 2025 Mercedes Sprinter. Professional driver, bottled water, WiFi included. 30–40 minutes, up to 17 passengers.
6 reviews
4.83★
Duration
20m–30m
Every dayLive guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 50per person
Helicopter tour to North Canterbury wineries from Christchurch
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Likely to sell out
Helicopter tour to North Canterbury wineries from ChristchurchFly from Christchurch to North Canterbury wineries by helicopter, landing at Greystone or Black Estate for wine tasting and lunch you arrange on arrival.
6 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
Next departure: 22 Jul 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 930per person
Akaroa Day Tour: Giant's House & Dolphin Cruise
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Akaroa Day Tour: Giant's House & Dolphin CruiseFull-day Akaroa tour from Christchurch with local guide, lunch, morning and afternoon tea, and your choice of Giant's House mosaic garden or harbour dolphin cruise.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
7h–8h
Every day
07:30
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 579per person
Lake Tekapo & Mt. Cook Day Tour: Full-Day Guided Drive
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Lake Tekapo & Mt. Cook Day Tour: Full-Day Guided DriveFull-day tour from Christchurch with hotel pickup, visiting the Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Pukaki, and Mount Cook National Park.
5 reviews
5.00★
Duration
7h–8h
Every dayLive guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 340per person
Queenstown Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer & WiFi
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Travelers' pick
Queenstown Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer & WiFiPrivate airport transfer from Queenstown Airport to your hotel with real-time flight tracking, WiFi, and professional driver. Groups up to 25, available 24/7.
5 reviews
4.20★
Duration
20m–30m
start times · Every day
18
Live guide EN · PA · HIFree cancellationfromNZ$ 122per group
Lyttleton cruise excursion: Christchurch, Akaroa or Kaikoura
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Lyttleton cruise excursion: Christchurch, Akaroa or KaikouraPrivate tour from Lyttleton port visiting Christchurch, Akaroa, Arthur's Pass, or Kaikoura for whale watching.
5 reviews
4.80★
Duration
7h–8h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 325per person
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