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

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Mt Cook Full-Day Tour from Queenstown: Alpine Scenery & Lake Pukaki
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Most booked
Mt Cook Full-Day Tour from Queenstown: Alpine Scenery & Lake PukakiFull-day Mt Cook tour from Queenstown with Lake Pukaki stop, alpine village free time, and Sir Edmund Hillary Centre entry. Small group, pickup included, returns 7:30pm.
276 reviews
4.87★
Duration
12h
Every day
07:30
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 289per person
Horse trek near Wanaka: Cardrona High Country Pub Trail
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★Top rated
Horse trek near Wanaka: Cardrona High Country Pub TrailRide high into the Cardrona Valley mountains on horseback with a professional guide, trotting and cantering toward the historic Cardrona Hotel.
274 reviews
4.98★
Duration
3h 30m
Every day
12:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 699per person
Doubtful Sound Cruise from Queenstown: Lake Manapouri & Wilmot Pass
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Travelers' pick
Doubtful Sound Cruise from Queenstown: Lake Manapouri & Wilmot PassDrive from Queenstown across Lake Wakatipu, cruise Lake Manapouri, cross Wilmot Pass, then glide through Doubtful Sound. Hotel pickup available, 13 hours total.
268 reviews
4.69★
Duration
12h
Every day
07:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 479per person
ATV Riding Queenstown Hill: Fully Automatic Quad Bikes
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ATV Riding Queenstown Hill: Fully Automatic Quad BikesRide a 400cc quad bike on Queenstown Hill with full training, safety gear and guide included. Pickup from central Queenstown hotels. All levels welcome.
265 reviews
4.86★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 359per person
Milford Sound tour from Queenstown: Cruise, flight & scenic drive
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Travelers' pick
Milford Sound tour from Queenstown: Cruise, flight & scenic driveSmall group day trip from Queenstown through Fiordland National Park to Milford Sound, with boutique cruise, scenic flight back.
262 reviews
4.89★
Duration
9h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 914per person
Lord of the Rings Tour Glenorchy from Queenstown: 3 Locations
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Lord of the Rings Tour Glenorchy from Queenstown: 3 LocationsHalf-day 4WD tour from Queenstown visiting Isengard, Lothlorien and Ithilien Camp film locations with driver-guide, hotel pickup and refreshments.
258 reviews
4.61★
Duration
4h 15m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 323per person
Otago Peninsula: Wildlife Cruise & Albatross Colony Views
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Travelers' pick
Otago Peninsula: Wildlife Cruise & Albatross Colony ViewsFeel the sea breeze on an Otago Peninsula wildlife cruise, spot royal albatross, fur seals & rare seabirds with a local crew. Includes jackets, binoculars & live commentary.
257 reviews
4.63★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 75per person
Queenstown to Milford Sound: Full Day Cruise & Alpine Drive
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Travelers' pick
Queenstown to Milford Sound: Full Day Cruise & Alpine DriveBoard at 7:45am for a coach tour to Te Anau with a 2-hour Milford Sound cruise, Milford Road stops, nature guide commentary, and return to Queenstown by evening.
255 reviews
4.72★
Duration
10h–12h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 319per person
Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Trip from Christchurch: Good Shepherd Church
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Travelers' pick
Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Trip from Christchurch: Good Shepherd ChurchMt Cook and Lake Tekapo day trip from Christchurch with guide, hotel pickup and lunch included. Free time in Aoraki National Park for walks or scenic flights.
252 reviews
4.81★
Duration
13h
Every day
06:30
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 299per person
Queenstown: Fear Factory Haunted House & Live Scares
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Best value
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
Instant confirmationfromNZ$ 44per person
Abel Tasman: Small Group Day Trip Cruise & Wildlife Kayak
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Travelers' pick
Abel Tasman: Small Group Day Trip Cruise & Wildlife KayakFeel sea air on an intimate Abel Tasman day trip cruise, kayak with seals, walk Pitt Head loop, enjoy fresh local lunch. Includes drinks, gear & small group guide.
251 reviews
4.97★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 465per person
Garden and City tour Dunedin: Bus stops at four main attractions
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Travelers' pick
Garden and City tour Dunedin: Bus stops at four main attractionsBus tour of Dunedin's central attractions with live guide, air-conditioned vehicle and stops at Baldwin Street, Signal Hill.
250 reviews
4.77★
Duration
4h–5h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 60per person
Franz Josef Glacier: 25-Min Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing
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Travelers' pick
Franz Josef Glacier: 25-Min Helicopter Flight & Snow LandingFly from sea level to the Southern Alps with a snow landing on Franz Josef Glacier. Includes photo time on the ice and professional pilot. Year-round flights.
247 reviews
4.89★
Duration
25m
start times · Every day
18
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 405per person
ATV Riding in Cardrona Valley: 450cc Yamaha Quads
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ATV Riding in Cardrona Valley: 450cc Yamaha QuadsRide 450cc Yamaha quad bikes through Cardrona Valley's high country for two hours, crossing rivers and exploring 1860s gold mining sites with a local guide.
247 reviews
4.95★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 359per person
Wanaka & Clutha River: Jet Boat Ride with Local Guide
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Travelers' pick
Wanaka & Clutha River: Jet Boat Ride with Local GuideFeel the rush on a jet boat ride from Wanaka across Lake Wanaka and down the Clutha River, with expert local guides, guide commentary, and all gear included.
247 reviews
4.95★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 139per person
Kayaking in Marahau: Split Apple Rock and sea caves
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Kayaking in Marahau: Split Apple Rock and sea cavesPaddle from Marahau past nesting cormorants and sea caves to Split Apple Rock on a guided kayak exploration, three hours.
245 reviews
4.89★
Duration
3h
Every day
08:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 120per person
Queenstown Wine Tour: 3 Gibbston Wineries & Cave Tasting
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Travelers' pick
Queenstown Wine Tour: 3 Gibbston Wineries & Cave TastingFour-hour wine tour from Queenstown through Gibbston's three cellar doors, including a guided descent into New Zealand's largest underground wine cave.
243 reviews
4.85★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 249per person
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch
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Travelers' pick
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from ChristchurchMount Cook full-day tour from Christchurch with Hooker Valley or Tasman Glacier walk, Lake Tekapo, Church of the Good Shepherd, lunch included, small groups.
239 reviews
4.51★
Duration
13h
Every day
07:00
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 299per person
V8 Trike Tour: Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula
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V8 Trike Tour: Dunedin City & Otago PeninsulaRide a V8 trike past Dunedin's heritage landmarks to the Otago Peninsula, where you'll see the harbour and beaches while wearing provided sunglasses and a jacket.
235 reviews
4.91★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 80per person
Arthur's Pass Day Tour from Christchurch: TranzAlpine & Peaks
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Travelers' pick
Arthur's Pass Day Tour from Christchurch: TranzAlpine & PeaksBoard the TranzAlpine train from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass with hotel pickup, guided walks, and Castle Hill limestone boulders. One-way journey.
234 reviews
4.57★
Duration
9h 30m
Every day
07:30
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 495per person
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