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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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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

A half day of adventure in nature awaits you in Kaikōura, with five zipline flights, totalling 2.2km, above lush rolling farmland, native forest, an interpretive …More

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Kaikoura, New Zealand
5.0 (299)

Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

A half day of adventure in nature awaits you in Kaikōura, with five zipline flights, totalling 2.2km, above lush rolling farmland, native forest, an interpretive...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (299)
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$113
Bike the Wanaka and Hawea Trails

A brilliant way to explore the area and see the beauty all around. You will ride across plateaus, surrounded by mountains on relatively easy grade …More

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Wanaka, New Zealand
4.9 (391)

Bike the Wanaka and Hawea Trails

A brilliant way to explore the area and see the beauty all around. You will ride across plateaus, surrounded by mountains on relatively easy grade...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (391)
from
$74
Altitude Golf by Helicopter from Queenstown

Meet your pilot who will fly you up to our Over The Top exclusive Golf course 4000ft above Queenstown, with 180-degree views overlooking the magnificent …More

Queenstown, New Zealand
5.0 (24)

Altitude Golf by Helicopter from Queenstown

Meet your pilot who will fly you up to our Over The Top exclusive Golf course 4000ft above Queenstown, with 180-degree views overlooking the magnificent...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (24)
from
$443
Stewart Island: Rakiura Village and Bays Tour

Explore Oban Village and its surrounding bays on a modern minibus with a knowledgeable guide. A 60 minute tour with our friendly guides who will …More

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Stewart Island / Rakiura, New Zealand
4.8 (107)

Stewart Island: Rakiura Village and Bays Tour

Explore Oban Village and its surrounding bays on a modern minibus with a knowledgeable guide. A 60 minute tour with our friendly guides who will...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (107)
from
$37
Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour

- Be in awe of the night sky above you from the beautiful Lake Tekapo - Look through an extremely powerful 9-25 inch telescope to …More

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Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
5.0 (215)

Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour

- Be in awe of the night sky above you from the beautiful Lake Tekapo - Look through an extremely powerful 9-25 inch telescope to...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (215)
from
$68
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa

A visit to the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is an absolute must do! Book tickets here and let the powers of thermal heat …More

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Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
4.5 (232)

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa

A visit to the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is an absolute must do! Book tickets here and let the powers of thermal heat...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (232)
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$24
Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 35-minute helicopter flight …More

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Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand
4.9 (147)

Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 35-minute helicopter flight...

35 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (147)
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$292
Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

Cruise through the stunning Akaroa Harbour and encounter some of New Zealand’s most unique marine wildlife, including the rare Hector’s dolphin, NZ fur seals, penguins, …More

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Akaroa, New Zealand
4.8 (343)

Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

Cruise through the stunning Akaroa Harbour and encounter some of New Zealand’s most unique marine wildlife, including the rare Hector’s dolphin, NZ fur seals, penguins,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (343)
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$74
Small-Group Kayak Adventure in Franz Josef Glacier

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern …More

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Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand
4.9 (408)

Small-Group Kayak Adventure in Franz Josef Glacier

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (408)
from
$90
Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak

We fly from New Zealand's highest commercial take-off point. Offering stunning views of the Wakatipu valley and beyond, let our highly experienced pilots guide you …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand
4.8 (128)

Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak

We fly from New Zealand's highest commercial take-off point. Offering stunning views of the Wakatipu valley and beyond, let our highly experienced pilots guide you...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (128)
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$215
Small Group Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise in Franz Josef

Explore Franz Josef's Lake Mapourika on a personalised scenic cruise, where rainforest meets the Southern Alps in a calm setting within a UNESCO World Heritage …More

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Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand
4.9 (115)

Small Group Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise in Franz Josef

Explore Franz Josef's Lake Mapourika on a personalised scenic cruise, where rainforest meets the Southern Alps in a calm setting within a UNESCO World Heritage...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (115)
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$77
Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50 Minute Helicopter Flight

Soar over the majestic Southern Alps on a 50-minute breathtaking helicopter flight from Queenstown. Discover the mystery of Lake Wakatipu's northern shores, before experiencing a …More

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Queenstown, New Zealand
4.9 (142)

Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50 Minute Helicopter Flight

Soar over the majestic Southern Alps on a 50-minute breathtaking helicopter flight from Queenstown. Discover the mystery of Lake Wakatipu's northern shores, before experiencing a...

50 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (142)
from
$504
City Highlights, Larnach Castle Gardens Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of Dunedin city, take in the highlights and enjoy a café lunch in a lovely garden setting. This 5 hour tour explores …More

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Port Chalmers, New Zealand
4.9 (86)

City Highlights, Larnach Castle Gardens Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of Dunedin city, take in the highlights and enjoy a café lunch in a lovely garden setting. This 5 hour tour explores...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (86)
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$142
Castle, Coast & City Tour - 8 pax max - Castle Entrance Included

A relaxed and friendly small group tour (max. 8 pax) showing you Dunedin's most impressive, unique and charming sights, including a tour of the only …More

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Port Chalmers, New Zealand
4.9 (119)

Castle, Coast & City Tour - 8 pax max - Castle Entrance Included

A relaxed and friendly small group tour (max. 8 pax) showing you Dunedin's most impressive, unique and charming sights, including a tour of the only...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (119)
from
$150
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Explore Dunedin highlights on a half-day, small-group tour that goes from the city's historic landmarks to the beaches of the Otago Peninsula. You'll see the …More

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Port Chalmers, New Zealand
4.8 (96)

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Explore Dunedin highlights on a half-day, small-group tour that goes from the city's historic landmarks to the beaches of the Otago Peninsula. You'll see the...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (96)
from
$97
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau

Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins as you cruise the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri. Then it's over Wilmot Pass, stopping along the way to …More

Te Anau, New Zealand
4.8 (329)

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise from Te Anau

Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins as you cruise the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri. Then it's over Wilmot Pass, stopping along the way to...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (329)
from
$220
45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

*WORLD EXCLUSIVE FLIGHT* Join this tour for the unique opportunity to fly in both a Ski Plane and Helicopter, the only flight like it in …More

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Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu), New Zealand
4.8 (115)

45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour

*WORLD EXCLUSIVE FLIGHT* Join this tour for the unique opportunity to fly in both a Ski Plane and Helicopter, the only flight like it in...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (115)
from
$340
Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau

At Fiordland Jet we want to take tourism back to what it use to be! With a small group of 11-13 passengers per boat, our …More

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Te Anau, New Zealand
5.0 (135)

Fiordland Jet Boat and Biking Combo from Te Anau

At Fiordland Jet we want to take tourism back to what it use to be! With a small group of 11-13 passengers per boat, our...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (135)
from
$145
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo

Guided tour to the stars and night sky, enhancing your experience with abundant opportunities for questions and answers. Immerse yourself in naked-eye observations and telescope …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
4.8 (136)

Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo

Guided tour to the stars and night sky, enhancing your experience with abundant opportunities for questions and answers. Immerse yourself in naked-eye observations and telescope...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (136)
from
$68
Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight

Our premier flight over the Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park and its vast glaciers and snowfields. See the ancient waters of the Tasman Glacier …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Aoraki Mount Cook (Mount Cook Village), New Zealand
4.9 (133)

Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight

Our premier flight over the Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park and its vast glaciers and snowfields. See the ancient waters of the Tasman Glacier...

55 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (133)
from
$539

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