Things to do in South Island

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A red speedboat on a turquoise river surrounded by rocky banks and dense green trees.
A bungee jump bridge with a person mid-air, surrounded by rocky cliffs and greenery.
A viewpoint with a signpost indicating distances to various cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Vancouver.
A green field with cows, trees, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
A speedboat with 'SHOTOVER' written on it, navigating a narrow waterway between rocky cliffs.

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Stewart Island Village & Bays Tours

Stewart Island Village & Bays Tour

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80% of travellers recommend
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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 105 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,161 per adult
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Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 11,066 per adult
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TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 302 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 13,798 per adult
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Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown

Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown

Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 112 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 13,106 per adult
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Kiwi Park Admission Ticket

Kiwi Park Admission Ticket

8.6 out of 10 with 37 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,213 per adult
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A mountain path with snow-capped peaks and green vegetation.

Aoraki / Mount Cook

9.6/5 (613 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a river flowing into the sea, and distant landforms.

Invercargill

A calm lake with driftwood and rocks, surrounded by mountains and a clear sky.

Milford Sound

A paved path leading through a grassy field towards snow-capped mountains.

Mount Cook

A coastal town with a beach, boats, and a mountainous backdrop.

Nelson

A calm lake surrounded by mountains under a clear sky.

Wānaka

Two people standing on a wooden railing overlooking a rocky shoreline with calm sea water.

Westport

A street with a cafe and a bank.

Oamaru

A mountain range with autumn foliage in the foreground.

Hanmer Springs