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

€30
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80% of travellers recommend
Stewart Island Village & Bays Tour
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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 107 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €119 per adult
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Queenstown: Hydro Attack Shark Ride

Queenstown: Hydro Attack Shark Ride

Activity duration is 15 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €91 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 331 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €202 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 113 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €192 per adult
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International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket

International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 61 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €37 per adult
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What to do in South Island

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A mountain path with snow-capped peaks and green vegetation.

Aoraki / Mount Cook

9.6/10 (613 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier 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 coastal town with a beach, boats, and a mountainous backdrop.

Nelson

A calm lake surrounded by mountains under a clear sky.

Wānaka

A street with a cafe and a bank.

Oamaru

A calm lake reflecting mountains, a pine tree, and a clear sky.

Cromwell

A lake with purple flowers in the foreground, a turquoise sea, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Lake Tekapo

A beach with turquoise water, people walking, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Glenorchy

A mountainous landscape with a stream, rocky terrain, and snow-capped peaks.

Arthur's Pass