Things to do on Good Friday in South Island (Updated 2026)

South Island, New Zealand
Kaikōura Whale Watching - Whales and Cray Tails

PRIVATE TOUR – Price is for up to 5 passengers, not per person. This exclusive helicopter experience is the only one of its kind in …More

PRIVATE TOUR – Price is for up to 5 passengers, not per person. This exclusive helicopter experience is the only one of its kind in...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$4,511
2 Day Freedom Kayak - Kayak Rental - New Zealand

Spend 2 blissful days on the water exploring the Astrolabe and Anchorage area. Experience what is truly magical about the Abel Tasman – spend a …More

Spend 2 blissful days on the water exploring the Astrolabe and Anchorage area. Experience what is truly magical about the Abel Tasman – spend a...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$117
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Venture out on a one-way sightseeing tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook and experience the splendor of the New Zealand Southern Alps. Enjoy …More

Venture out on a one-way sightseeing tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook and experience the splendor of the New Zealand Southern Alps. Enjoy...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$113
Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch

Discover volcanic landscapes and breathtaking scenery on New Zealand’s South Island on this 6 hour Akaroa day trip from Christchurch. Take in top attractions including …More

Discover volcanic landscapes and breathtaking scenery on New Zealand’s South Island on this 6 hour Akaroa day trip from Christchurch. Take in top attractions including...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$148
Queenstown to Christchurch: Wānaka, Mt Cook & Tekapo 1-Way Tour

Most people fly from Queenstown to Christchurch. In an hour, they miss everything in between. This full-day small-group tour covers the same distance on the …More

Most people fly from Queenstown to Christchurch. In an hour, they miss everything in between. This full-day small-group tour covers the same distance on the...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$207
Fiordland Heli-hike from Te Anau

Departing from our Te Anau lakeside base, the journey begins by soaring over Lake Te Anau. Soak up views of the Hidden Lakes before flying …More

Departing from our Te Anau lakeside base, the journey begins by soaring over Lake Te Anau. Soak up views of the Hidden Lakes before flying...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$279
Milford Sound Highlights - 204

Explore Milford Sound and the glaciers of Fiordland National Park from the air. Enjoy an exhilarating flight over Milford, spectacular rivers, valleys and mountains with …More

Explore Milford Sound and the glaciers of Fiordland National Park from the air. Enjoy an exhilarating flight over Milford, spectacular rivers, valleys and mountains with...

1 hour 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$840
Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

• This private photography tour provides a flexible itinerary. • Your guide holds the public liability insurance, first aid certification and Passenger Service license, which …More

• This private photography tour provides a flexible itinerary. • Your guide holds the public liability insurance, first aid certification and Passenger Service license, which...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$152
Wines and Views Private Wine Tour of Otago from Queenstown

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Embark on a 5.5-hour private wine tour through the breathtaking landscapes of Central Otago. Begin …More

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Embark on a 5.5-hour private wine tour through the breathtaking landscapes of Central Otago. Begin...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$1,111
Milford and Fiordland Highlights Tour by Helicopter from Queenstown

View alpine lakes, rivers, forests, glacial valleys, and ice capped mountains from above with this 2-2.5 hour helicopter tour. Fly over the fiord and enjoy …More

View alpine lakes, rivers, forests, glacial valleys, and ice capped mountains from above with this 2-2.5 hour helicopter tour. Fly over the fiord and enjoy...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,234
Scenic Helicopter & Kepler Guided Hike from Te Anau with Lunch

Your wonderful day begins with an amazing helicopter flight. This is an extended flight – more than just getting you to the start of the …More

Your wonderful day begins with an amazing helicopter flight. This is an extended flight – more than just getting you to the start of the...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$458
Heritage Highlights Walk

Dunedin is a great wee city and is best explored on foot. Once New Zealand's largest city, and now a university town, Dunedin boasts picturesque …More

Dunedin is a great wee city and is best explored on foot. Once New Zealand's largest city, and now a university town, Dunedin boasts picturesque...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$28
Wanaka Easy Ebike Tour

A lovely, easy grade guided bike ride following another one of Wanaka’s beautiful rivers. Crystal blue water, endless mountain vistas and easy pedalling, make this …More

A lovely, easy grade guided bike ride following another one of Wanaka’s beautiful rivers. Crystal blue water, endless mountain vistas and easy pedalling, make this...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$184
Private 8hr Arthur's Pass Tour from Christchurch. Lunch & Guide

This private guided tour to Arthur's Pass includes lunch, transport, and a local guide. Begin your scenic one-day tour from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, taking …More

This private guided tour to Arthur's Pass includes lunch, transport, and a local guide. Begin your scenic one-day tour from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, taking...

1 day Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$248
The Two Gods - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand

This is a fantastic kayak and walk combo in the middle section of the park. Tailoring the start and finish kayaking points around the tide …More

This is a fantastic kayak and walk combo in the middle section of the park. Tailoring the start and finish kayaking points around the tide...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$233
Ale Trail: Wharehuanui Adventure with Queenstown Shuttles

Our Ale Trail stands out by offering a unique, self-guided biking experience with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ride along the scenic …More

Our Ale Trail stands out by offering a unique, self-guided biking experience with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ride along the scenic...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Bike Hire with Return Transport from Accommodation

Located at the heart of the Queenstown Trail Better By Bike has some amazing ride options beginning right outside our location - literally! Ride completely …More

Located at the heart of the Queenstown Trail Better By Bike has some amazing ride options beginning right outside our location - literally! Ride completely...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$106
Private Transfer from Wanaka to Queenstown Central

We provide a private door to door transfer service from Wanaka to central Queenstown or from your Wanaka accommodation to Queenstown Airport or any other …More

We provide a private door to door transfer service from Wanaka to central Queenstown or from your Wanaka accommodation to Queenstown Airport or any other...

60 to 75 minutes
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$169
Private Transfer from Queenstown Central to Wanaka

We provide a private door to door transfer service from your central Queenstown address to your Wanaka accommodation. We drive across the scenic and natural …More

We provide a private door to door transfer service from your central Queenstown address to your Wanaka accommodation. We drive across the scenic and natural...

60 to 75 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$169
Methven Ōpuke Hot Pool & Scenic Canterbury Tour from Christchurch

Experience the award winning Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa, located in the heart of Mid-Canterbury. Start in Christchurch, where you’ll begin your bespoke tour filled …More

Experience the award winning Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa, located in the heart of Mid-Canterbury. Start in Christchurch, where you’ll begin your bespoke tour filled...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$68
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