Top things to do in South Island in Summer (Updated November 2026)

South Island, New Zealand
Middle Earth Marvels Half Day Journey into the Lord of the Rings

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-earth on our ‘Middle-earth Marvels’ tour, a cinematic journey …More

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-earth on our ‘Middle-earth Marvels’ tour, a cinematic journey...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$4,495
Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)

Wanting to explore Akaroa, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Akaroa day tour from Christchurch. Nestled on …More

Wanting to explore Akaroa, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Akaroa day tour from Christchurch. Nestled on...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$794
Queenstown Adventure Motorcycle Tour: Skippers Canyon & Glenorchy

A full-day guided adventure ride through Queenstown's iconic backcountry, gravel roads and off-road terrain. Ride with local guides and experience the South Island beyond the …More

A full-day guided adventure ride through Queenstown's iconic backcountry, gravel roads and off-road terrain. Ride with local guides and experience the South Island beyond the...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$517
Private Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 6 people

We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, exclusive experience where your itinerary is fully customized to your interests. Our private tour ,unlike …More

We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, exclusive experience where your itinerary is fully customized to your interests. Our private tour ,unlike...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$772
4 Days, Milford Sound and Glaciers: From Christchurch

This sweeping four-day circuit showcases the absolute best of the South Island by seamlessly connecting dramatic alpine landscapes with premium guided transport. What makes it …More

This sweeping four-day circuit showcases the absolute best of the South Island by seamlessly connecting dramatic alpine landscapes with premium guided transport. What makes it...

4 days
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$1,582
Oasis Cottage Gardens and Floristry Studio in Oxford, NZ

Discover the charm of Oasis Cottage, a private 5-acre country garden nestled near the foothills of the Southern Alps. This exclusive tour offers an intimate …More

Discover the charm of Oasis Cottage, a private 5-acre country garden nestled near the foothills of the Southern Alps. This exclusive tour offers an intimate...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$12
Arthurs Pass and Southern Alps Day Excursion from Port Lyttelton or Christchurch

This day excursion takes us across the Canterbury Plains around 50 miles to Porters Pass (just under 1000 m and higher than Arthurs Pass) and …More

This day excursion takes us across the Canterbury Plains around 50 miles to Porters Pass (just under 1000 m and higher than Arthurs Pass) and...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,000
Christchurch: 3.5hr Scenic highlights, Local guide, food included

Discover the spectacular scenery of Christchurch and Lyttelton on this nature-focused, small-group half-day tour. Your journey begins at the historic stone building, Sign of the …More

Discover the spectacular scenery of Christchurch and Lyttelton on this nature-focused, small-group half-day tour. Your journey begins at the historic stone building, Sign of the...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$183
Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Enjoy a cultural self-guided audio tour of the serene …More

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Enjoy a cultural self-guided audio tour of the serene...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$15
Private Wildlife and Penguin Tour in Dunedin with Ticket

Embark on a scenic tour exploring Dunedin highlights, including the iconic Railway Station, and historic Octagon with photo ops at Signal Hill Lookout and Baldwin …More

Embark on a scenic tour exploring Dunedin highlights, including the iconic Railway Station, and historic Octagon with photo ops at Signal Hill Lookout and Baldwin...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$157
Beautiful South Island highlight Tour 4D3N

Our expert South Island Tour guide will guiding you for 4 days. This tour is to visit the most highlight landmarks in South Island. This …More

Our expert South Island Tour guide will guiding you for 4 days. This tour is to visit the most highlight landmarks in South Island. This...

4 days Hotel pickup offered
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$1,668
Nugget Point and Cathedral Caves Private Tour from Dunedin

This thoughtfully organized tour takes care of all the logistical details, freeing you to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Catlins without worrying about …More

This thoughtfully organized tour takes care of all the logistical details, freeing you to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Catlins without worrying about...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$259
Half Day Nelson Electric Mountain Bike Rental Adventure

Experience the thrill of Nelson’s renowned trails with a Half-Day Electric Mountain Bike Rental. Ideal for both beginners and advanced riders, this rental features premium …More

Experience the thrill of Nelson’s renowned trails with a Half-Day Electric Mountain Bike Rental. Ideal for both beginners and advanced riders, this rental features premium...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$103
Full-Day Private Tour Mt.Cook from Christchurch

If you want to see the most beautiful nature in a day, this tour is the right choice. This tour is a day tour as …More

If you want to see the most beautiful nature in a day, this tour is the right choice. This tour is a day tour as...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,323
City Highlights by Tesla - 3hrs

The exclusive use of the Tesla model Y means you can have any number of people between 1 and 4 in your party, and the …More

The exclusive use of the Tesla model Y means you can have any number of people between 1 and 4 in your party, and the...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$334
Christchurch City Top Sights Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)

A half-day tour for first-time visitors to Christchurch. Perfect for travelers short on time or those who want to see the city’s top attractions without …More

A half-day tour for first-time visitors to Christchurch. Perfect for travelers short on time or those who want to see the city’s top attractions without...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$106
Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Nestled on the East Coast of the South Island, …More

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Nestled on the East Coast of the South Island,...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$15
2 Day Glaciers & TranzAlpine Train: Queenstown to Christchurch

This two-day tour effortlessly connects Queenstown to Christchurch without the stress of driving or hiring a car. Travelers pass through Wānaka, traverse the dramatic Haast …More

This two-day tour effortlessly connects Queenstown to Christchurch without the stress of driving or hiring a car. Travelers pass through Wānaka, traverse the dramatic Haast...

2 days
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$730
Catlins Cruiser Private Tour from Dunedin Cruise Port

Take off on your scenic cruise down the Southern New Zealand coast to explore all the Catlins Forest Park has to offer. Starting at the …More

Take off on your scenic cruise down the Southern New Zealand coast to explore all the Catlins Forest Park has to offer. Starting at the...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$87
3 Day Private Photography Tour from Queenstown - The Maniototo

The name Maniototo, derived from Māori, is said to mean `plains of blood’ and refers to the `flowing’ red tussocks that cover the land. This …More

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The name Maniototo, derived from Māori, is said to mean `plains of blood’ and refers to the `flowing’ red tussocks that cover the land. This...

3 days Hotel pickup offered
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$1,605
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