Top South Island Walking & Biking Tours

Q: Which South Island Walking & Biking Tours have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Walking & Biking Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau ZIPCHCH - Signature Zipline Tour: NZ's Highest & Longest Stewart Island: Rakiura Wild Kiwi Experiences Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which South Island Walking & Biking Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Island Walking & Biking Tours include Hotel Pickup: Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch Tekapo Star Gazing Tour - Soak in the Stars Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown 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 →

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch & Willowbank Tour

Combine a half day city tour of Christchurch taking in not only the damage to the city by several earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 and …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.7 (83)

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch & Willowbank Tour

Combine a half day city tour of Christchurch taking in not only the damage to the city by several earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 and...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (83)

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$97

Ride to the Sky is a flagship tour through exclusive locations on specially built eBike track. Ride on premium Full suspension e-bike (pedal assisted) to …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (182)

Guided eBike Tour 'Ride to the Sky'

Ride to the Sky is a flagship tour through exclusive locations on specially built eBike track. Ride on premium Full suspension e-bike (pedal assisted) to...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (182)

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$139

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short …More

Havelock, New Zealand

4.9 (171)

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short...

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (171)

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$122

Nelson is a stunning, unique city in New Zealand, so whether it’s your first time in Nelson or you’re a seasoned visitor (or local!), our …More

Nelson, New Zealand

4.9 (80)

Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided

Nelson is a stunning, unique city in New Zealand, so whether it’s your first time in Nelson or you’re a seasoned visitor (or local!), our...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (80)

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$33

Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Adventure

Our Full Day Bike the Wineries Ride is one of Queenstown’s most popular experiences, combining historic Arrowtown, scenic river trails, and the renowned Gibbston wine …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.8 (99)

Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Adventure

Our Full Day Bike the Wineries Ride is one of Queenstown’s most popular experiences, combining historic Arrowtown, scenic river trails, and the renowned Gibbston wine...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (99)

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$66

Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

Discover one of Queenstown’s ultimate biking adventures on this self-guided ride from historic Arrowtown to central Queenstown. Shuttle to Arrowtown, get fitted with a top-quality …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.8 (96)

Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

Discover one of Queenstown’s ultimate biking adventures on this self-guided ride from historic Arrowtown to central Queenstown. Shuttle to Arrowtown, get fitted with a top-quality...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (96)

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$60

Nature and wildlife enthusiasts will love the Peninsula Encounters + Wildlife Cruise. This tour enjoys unrivalled access to remote locations and rare animals. You'll visit …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

4.8 (64)

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour & Cruise

Nature and wildlife enthusiasts will love the Peninsula Encounters + Wildlife Cruise. This tour enjoys unrivalled access to remote locations and rare animals. You'll visit...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (64)

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$131

Queenstown: Full-Day Private Photography & Sightseeing Tour

Explore Queenstown and the Southern Lakes on a private full-day tour with Martin, an experienced local landscape photographer and guide. Combining spectacular sightseeing with friendly, …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (30)

Queenstown: Full-Day Private Photography & Sightseeing Tour

Explore Queenstown and the Southern Lakes on a private full-day tour with Martin, an experienced local landscape photographer and guide. Combining spectacular sightseeing with friendly,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (30)

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$204

Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour

With this tour, you will enjoy a small-group experience with personalised attention while discovering the beauty of Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula. You’ll also …More

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

4.9 (52)

Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour

With this tour, you will enjoy a small-group experience with personalised attention while discovering the beauty of Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula. You’ll also...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (52)

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$190

We invite you to join us for an experience unlike any other in New Zealand on one of our guided Wildlife and Penguin Tour. Penguins, …More

Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand

4.8 (44)

Wildlife and Penguin Tour

We invite you to join us for an experience unlike any other in New Zealand on one of our guided Wildlife and Penguin Tour. Penguins,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (44)

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$43

Punakaiki Blow Holes & Pancake Rocks Scenic Tour

Tour with our local knowledgeable guides to one of the World's Top 10 Coastal Scenic drives and visit the famous Punakaiki Blow Holes and Pancake …More

Greymouth, New Zealand

4.9 (67)

Punakaiki Blow Holes & Pancake Rocks Scenic Tour

Tour with our local knowledgeable guides to one of the World's Top 10 Coastal Scenic drives and visit the famous Punakaiki Blow Holes and Pancake...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (67)

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$102

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

Combine the International Antarctic Centre with its little Blue Penguins, Antarctic Storm in the Ice and Snow room, 4-D Movie and Hagglund ride over a …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.8 (212)

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

Combine the International Antarctic Centre with its little Blue Penguins, Antarctic Storm in the Ice and Snow room, 4-D Movie and Hagglund ride over a...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (212)

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$111

Full-Day Routeburn Track Key Summit Guided Walk from Te Anau

Experience a full-day guided walk on one of New Zealand's premier Great Walks - the Routeburn track, including Key Summit. Tour departs from Te Anau, …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

5.0 (31)

Full-Day Routeburn Track Key Summit Guided Walk from Te Anau

Experience a full-day guided walk on one of New Zealand's premier Great Walks - the Routeburn track, including Key Summit. Tour departs from Te Anau,...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (31)

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$190

Scenic Guided eBike Tour Ride to the Lake

This tour is a beautiful way to see and learn about our amazing countryside. It is also perfect for a beginner starting out on their …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (76)

Scenic Guided eBike Tour Ride to the Lake

This tour is a beautiful way to see and learn about our amazing countryside. It is also perfect for a beginner starting out on their...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (76)

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$128

Milford Track Multi-Night Hike - Water Taxi Transport ONLY

* First Boat to the Milford Track * Small and personal family company offering premium service and a fun commentary along the way * Get …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

5.0 (60)

Milford Track Multi-Night Hike - Water Taxi Transport ONLY

* First Boat to the Milford Track * Small and personal family company offering premium service and a fun commentary along the way * Get...

50 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (60)

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$139

Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

The Otago Central Rail Trail is the Original Great Ride in New Zealand's burgeoning Cycle Trails Network. This particular section of the trail is the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (319)

Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

The Otago Central Rail Trail is the Original Great Ride in New Zealand's burgeoning Cycle Trails Network. This particular section of the trail is the...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (319)

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$91

Queenstown: Private Skippers Canyon Photography & Sightseeing

Journey with us into wild and remote Skippers Canyon. We'll take you on a photographic adventure into some of New Zealand's most spectacular and majestic landscapes …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (18)

Queenstown: Private Skippers Canyon Photography & Sightseeing

Journey with us into wild and remote Skippers Canyon. We'll take you on a photographic adventure into some of New Zealand's most spectacular and majestic landscapes...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (18)

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$141

Private Full-Day Godley Head Guided Coastal Hike with Picnic

Enjoy a premium guided coastal hike at spectacular Godley Head on Banks Peninsula, travelling by private SUV with your own experienced local guide. This full-day …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (39)

Private Full-Day Godley Head Guided Coastal Hike with Picnic

Enjoy a premium guided coastal hike at spectacular Godley Head on Banks Peninsula, travelling by private SUV with your own experienced local guide. This full-day...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (39)

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$289

West Coast Tower Zipline & Treetop Walk Combo

Tower Zipline: 425m, 60km/hr, 47m high, 40-sec ride, guided adventure including a Tree Top Walk, learn about Rimu rainforest, tandem ziplining, post-zip café and exploration. …More

Greymouth, New Zealand

4.9 (20)

West Coast Tower Zipline & Treetop Walk Combo

Tower Zipline: 425m, 60km/hr, 47m high, 40-sec ride, guided adventure including a Tree Top Walk, learn about Rimu rainforest, tandem ziplining, post-zip café and exploration....

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (20)

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$68

Take an unforgettable journey with our awe-inspiring guided day experience on the Kepler Track. Start off in style with a scenic helicopter flight to Luxmore …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

5.0 (33)

Guided Kepler Track Heli Hike

Take an unforgettable journey with our awe-inspiring guided day experience on the Kepler Track. Start off in style with a scenic helicopter flight to Luxmore...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (33)

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$451

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for South Island Walking & Biking Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for South Island Walking & Biking Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly South Island Walking & Biking Tours are:

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Which South Island Walking & Biking Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which South Island Walking & Biking Tours have Free Cancellation?

South Island Walking & Biking Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which South Island Walking & Biking Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more South Island trip ideas?

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