Top South Island Boat Tours

Q: What are the best options for South Island Boat Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best South Island Boat Tours are: Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park Stewart Island/Rakiura Half-Day Guided Nature Walk to Oneke 5 Day South Island Tour from Queenstown including Stewart Island 3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise Kaikōura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for South Island Boat Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly South Island Boat Tours are: Kepler Track Water Taxi 1-Hour Ruby Island Cruise and Walk Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch Self-Guided Milford Track Day Walk - Milford Sound View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which South Island Boat Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Boat Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Kepler Track Water Taxi 1-Hour Ruby Island Cruise and Walk Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch Self-Guided Milford Track Day Walk - Milford Sound View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Which South Island Boat Tours have Free Cancellation?

South Island Boat Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include: Kepler Track Water Taxi 1-Hour Ruby Island Cruise and Walk Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch Self-Guided Milford Track Day Walk - Milford Sound View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

Q: I need a ride! Which South Island Boat Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Island Boat Tours include Hotel Pickup: Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch Epic Milford Guided Tour from Te Anau Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise Full-Day Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Walks from Te Anau View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more South Island trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked South Island Tours. Top 10 South Island 2026 Senior-friendly tours South Island The best tours and activities for culture lovers in South Island Top Day Trips from South Island Things to do in South Island this summer View all South Island Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in South Island?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in South Island are: South Island Luxury & Special Occasions South Island Luxury Tours South Island Outdoor Activities South Island Tours & Sightseeing South Island Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in South Island →

Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka

The original since 1975 and still the best! Four hours of unique New Zealand wilderness adventure in the vast Mount Aspiring National Park. Experience a true …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

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Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka

The original since 1975 and still the best! Four hours of unique New Zealand wilderness adventure in the vast Mount Aspiring National Park. Experience a true...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch

Discover the coastal town of Akaroa on a day tour from Christchurch. Enjoy a 2-hour Harbour Nature Cruise. Encounter panoramic views, boutique shops, waterfront cafes, …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch

Discover the coastal town of Akaroa on a day tour from Christchurch. Enjoy a 2-hour Harbour Nature Cruise. Encounter panoramic views, boutique shops, waterfront cafes,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Experience the natural beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise departing from Manapouri on New Zealand’s South Island. Cruise on a traditional two-mast sailing …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

Experience the natural beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise departing from Manapouri on New Zealand’s South Island. Cruise on a traditional two-mast sailing...

2 days

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Milford Sound Small Group Tour and Cruise from Queenstown Max 8

Experience Milford Sound in a more comfortable and personal way on this premium small-group day tour from Queenstown. This is not a standard Milford Sound …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Small Group Tour and Cruise from Queenstown Max 8

Experience Milford Sound in a more comfortable and personal way on this premium small-group day tour from Queenstown. This is not a standard Milford Sound...

12 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered

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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

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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

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Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown

Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound and enjoy a spectacular view of the mountains, lakes and waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. Surrounded by some of …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown

Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound and enjoy a spectacular view of the mountains, lakes and waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. Surrounded by some of...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka

Fly further and see more when you fly with us from Wanaka. Fly to Milford Sound through two of New Zealand’s most picturesque national parks. …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka

Fly further and see more when you fly with us from Wanaka. Fly to Milford Sound through two of New Zealand’s most picturesque national parks....

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown

Air Milford hosts you on an intimate experience, combining two incredible scenic flights into Fiordland National Park with a Nature Cruise through the fiord itself. Enjoy …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown

Air Milford hosts you on an intimate experience, combining two incredible scenic flights into Fiordland National Park with a Nature Cruise through the fiord itself. Enjoy...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Combines helicopter flight and jet boat safari in one experience Scenic flight over the Southern Alps and the braided Waimakariri River High-speed jet boat ride …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury

Combines helicopter flight and jet boat safari in one experience Scenic flight over the Southern Alps and the braided Waimakariri River High-speed jet boat ride...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

This small group day trip includes a stunning boutique Milford Sound cruise and an amazing scenic flight back to Queenstown. Highlights: •Bus tour From Queenstown …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

This small group day trip includes a stunning boutique Milford Sound cruise and an amazing scenic flight back to Queenstown. Highlights: •Bus tour From Queenstown...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary natural beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and awe-inspiring scenery and prolific flora and fauna. This tour …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary natural beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and awe-inspiring scenery and prolific flora and fauna. This tour...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch

Watch whales and swim with dolphins. This is a overnight delight for all those who wish to get close to nature. Journey from Christchurch to …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch

Watch whales and swim with dolphins. This is a overnight delight for all those who wish to get close to nature. Journey from Christchurch to...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

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Milford Sound Coach and Cruise Tour from Queenstown with Flyback

Journey in comfort on one of our brand new, low-emission coaches and take in incredible panoramic views on the road to Milford Sound. Enjoy entertaining …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Coach and Cruise Tour from Queenstown with Flyback

Journey in comfort on one of our brand new, low-emission coaches and take in incredible panoramic views on the road to Milford Sound. Enjoy entertaining...

9 hours Free Cancellation

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Milford Sound Small Group Tour from Queenstown with Scenic Flight

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

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Small Group Tour from Queenstown with Scenic Flight

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...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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An overnight cruise amidst spectacular Milford Sound, is a once in a lifetime experience. While on board the Milford Mariner you will cruise the full …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise

An overnight cruise amidst spectacular Milford Sound, is a once in a lifetime experience. While on board the Milford Mariner you will cruise the full...

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Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Fiordland Jewel

Taking only 22 passengers a night, the Fiordland Jewel features nine climate-controlled cabins each with their own ensuite and sea views. Includes: overnight accommodation cabin …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Fiordland Jewel

Taking only 22 passengers a night, the Fiordland Jewel features nine climate-controlled cabins each with their own ensuite and sea views. Includes: overnight accommodation cabin...

17 hours 30 minutes

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3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coastal Tour from Christchurch

Available 01 October to 30 April. Seals, dolphins and whales - what more could you want in a three-day break! Head north from Christchurch to …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coastal Tour from Christchurch

Available 01 October to 30 April. Seals, dolphins and whales - what more could you want in a three-day break! Head north from Christchurch to...

3 days

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A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, see all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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5Day/4Nights Great Southern Circle

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, see all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown...

5 days

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Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Allow 4 hours 2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Allow 4 hours 2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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A six-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, experience the scenic South Island of New Zealand. Travel by coach from Christchurch via Lake Tekapo and …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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6Day/5Nights Southern Heritage

A six-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, experience the scenic South Island of New Zealand. Travel by coach from Christchurch via Lake Tekapo and...

6 days

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