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Things To Do in South Island This Weekend

Top South Island Tours, Tickets & Activities with availability this weekend.

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Abel Tasman Vista Cruise

We've been welcoming visitors to the spectacular Abel Tasman granite coast since 1841. Travel in style on our Vista Cruise. There's no need to go …More

Nelson, New Zealand
4.7 (404)

Abel Tasman Vista Cruise

We've been welcoming visitors to the spectacular Abel Tasman granite coast since 1841. Travel in style on our Vista Cruise. There's no need to go...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (404)
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$72
Queenstown Underwater Observatory

Queenstown’s only underwater wildlife experience offers a memorable adventure for the whole family. Descend beneath the surface of Lake Wakatipu and discover a unique attraction …More

Queenstown, New Zealand
4.7 (86)

Queenstown Underwater Observatory

Queenstown’s only underwater wildlife experience offers a memorable adventure for the whole family. Descend beneath the surface of Lake Wakatipu and discover a unique attraction...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (86)
from
$11
Jet Sprint Boating, Ultimate Off-Roading & Clay Target Shooting

Our custom-built 4-wheel-drive, 4-wheel-steer off-roaders are one-of-a-kind, all-terrain vehicles that will go anywhere. Our off-roader ride is one of Queenstown’s most unique adventure experiences and …More

Queenstown, New Zealand
5.0 (25)

Jet Sprint Boating, Ultimate Off-Roading & Clay Target Shooting

Our custom-built 4-wheel-drive, 4-wheel-steer off-roaders are one-of-a-kind, all-terrain vehicles that will go anywhere. Our off-roader ride is one of Queenstown’s most unique adventure experiences and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (25)
from
$235
Tekapo Star Gazing Tour - Soak in the Stars

Soak in the Stars is Tekapo Springs' signature 90-minute experience — the only guided hot pools and stargazing tour in New Zealand. Set within the …More

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Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
4.6 (101)

Tekapo Star Gazing Tour - Soak in the Stars

Soak in the Stars is Tekapo Springs' signature 90-minute experience — the only guided hot pools and stargazing tour in New Zealand. Set within the...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (101)
from
$102
COMBO Admission: Puzzling World, Wanaka

Enjoy this iconic, unique attraction that since 1973 has fascinated people of all ages keen to engage in a fun, challenging and sensory experience.  Encouraging …More

Wanaka, New Zealand
4.4 (92)

COMBO Admission: Puzzling World, Wanaka

Enjoy this iconic, unique attraction that since 1973 has fascinated people of all ages keen to engage in a fun, challenging and sensory experience.  Encouraging...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
4.4 (92)
from
$19
Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

Join us at the Oxbow Gun Club, where you and your mates can enjoy a spot of healthy competition shooting clay targets out of the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand
5.0 (23)

Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

Join us at the Oxbow Gun Club, where you and your mates can enjoy a spot of healthy competition shooting clay targets out of the...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$86
Queenstown 30-Minute Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride with music

Thunder Jet is the only jet boat provider who play music on their trips - your own personalised soundtrack! Also the only 30-minute jet boat …More

Queenstown, New Zealand
4.8 (26)

Queenstown 30-Minute Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride with music

Thunder Jet is the only jet boat provider who play music on their trips - your own personalised soundtrack! Also the only 30-minute jet boat...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (26)
from
$68
Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

Enjoy a 2 hour small group cruise and nature walk to Stevensons island. Once aboard the luxury catamaran, guests will relax in comfort and enjoy …More

Wanaka, New Zealand
4.7 (65)

Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

Enjoy a 2 hour small group cruise and nature walk to Stevensons island. Once aboard the luxury catamaran, guests will relax in comfort and enjoy...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (65)
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$51
2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise

Enjoy a two hour cruise traversing the deep waters of Milford Sound, located in Fiordland. Your cruise will take you past St Anne’s lighthouse and …More

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Likely to Sell Out
Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand
4.9 (1,586)

2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise

Enjoy a two hour cruise traversing the deep waters of Milford Sound, located in Fiordland. Your cruise will take you past St Anne’s lighthouse and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,586)
from
$102
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand
4.8 (589)

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (589)
from
$524
Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand and a must-see for any traveller. Whether seen in sunshine or rain, the incredible …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Queenstown, New Zealand
4.9 (2,621)

Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand and a must-see for any traveller. Whether seen in sunshine or rain, the incredible...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,621)
from
$238
Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness

This is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in Fiordland National Park - far from the crowds found elsewhere. Fiordland Jet is is the only …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Te Anau, New Zealand
5.0 (647)

Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness

This is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in Fiordland National Park - far from the crowds found elsewhere. Fiordland Jet is is the only...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (647)
from
$118
Skip the Line: Dangerous Skies WWII Exhibition - Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Visit the ‘Dangerous Skies’ exhibition which features stories from World War II at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Museum. These are tales of daring, valour and …More

Blenheim, New Zealand
4.6 (28)

Skip the Line: Dangerous Skies WWII Exhibition - Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Visit the ‘Dangerous Skies’ exhibition which features stories from World War II at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Museum. These are tales of daring, valour and...

45 to 420 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (28)
from
$14
Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown

You are guaranteed a window seat with unimpaired views as you fly this incredible route to and from Milford Sound through a landscape of unbelievable …More

Queenstown, New Zealand
5.0 (765)

Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown

You are guaranteed a window seat with unimpaired views as you fly this incredible route to and from Milford Sound through a landscape of unbelievable...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (765)
from
$482
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

Fewer People - More Wildlife! The Clearwater Family's Farm is home to more wildlife per square meter than anywhere in Dunedin. The intimate small group …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand
5.0 (673)

Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

Fewer People - More Wildlife! The Clearwater Family's Farm is home to more wildlife per square meter than anywhere in Dunedin. The intimate small group...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (673)
from
$133
Arrowtown Electric Bike Hire

Fast becoming the most popular choice for all levels of fitness and ability. Let the electrics assist you up hills and boost you further than …More

5.0 (97)

Arrowtown Electric Bike Hire

Fast becoming the most popular choice for all levels of fitness and ability. Let the electrics assist you up hills and boost you further than...

1 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (97)
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$83
Supercar Fast Dash - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park

A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are …More

Queenstown, New Zealand
4.9 (47)

Supercar Fast Dash - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park

A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (47)
from
$116
Heli Hike Fox Glacier

Why Choose us? New Zealand's best value glacier with highest customer satisfaction ratings - Book with us and enjoy significant savings compared to other glacier …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand
4.9 (573)

Heli Hike Fox Glacier

Why Choose us? New Zealand's best value glacier with highest customer satisfaction ratings - Book with us and enjoy significant savings compared to other glacier...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (573)
from
$495
Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ

Choose the Milford Sound cruise style that suits you: 1. Milford Sound Classic Cruise Package- includes 1 hour 40 minute cruise on one of our …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand
4.8 (537)

Milford Sound Cruise - RealNZ

Choose the Milford Sound cruise style that suits you: 1. Milford Sound Classic Cruise Package- includes 1 hour 40 minute cruise on one of our...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (537)
from
$81
Franz Josef Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Josef)

Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Franz Josef Heliport to the top of the Franz Josef icefall and land …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand
4.9 (71)

Franz Josef Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Josef)

Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Franz Josef Heliport to the top of the Franz Josef icefall and land...

20 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (71)
from
$212

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