Top South Island Water Sports

Q: Which South Island Water Sports have Instant Confirmation?

South Island Water Sports with Instant Confirmation include: 60 Minute Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Jet Sprint Boating, Ultimate Off-Roading & Clay Target Shooting Queenstown 30-Minute Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride with music View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which South Island Water Sports have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These South Island Water Sports include Hotel Pickup: Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch Arthurs Pass Jet Boating and TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch 8hr Sea Kayak Tour Lyttelton/Christchurch Lunch, guide, transport 3 Day Abel Tasman Guided Kayak & Walk - Nelson 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 →

Jet Sprint Boating in Gibbston Valley, Queenstown

Learn how it feels to fly on the water. Literally. Take a ride in our unique custom-built 4-seater Jet Sprint Boats. Oxbow’s Jet Sprint Boats …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Jet Sprint Boating in Gibbston Valley, Queenstown

Learn how it feels to fly on the water. Literally. Take a ride in our unique custom-built 4-seater Jet Sprint Boats. Oxbow’s Jet Sprint Boats...

10 minutes Free Cancellation

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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as...

2 to 3 hours

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$78

Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Our Guided Kayak Safari is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

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Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Our Guided Kayak Safari is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle...

2 to 3 hours

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$78

Kayak from Marahau and enjoy the many beaches along the Astrolabe Roadstead. Visit the islands, watch the seals, listen to the birdsong and kayak back …More

Marahau, New Zealand

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1 Day Sea Kayak Rental

Kayak from Marahau and enjoy the many beaches along the Astrolabe Roadstead. Visit the islands, watch the seals, listen to the birdsong and kayak back...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$69

Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in …More

Nelson, New Zealand

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Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$2,634

Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Discover magnificent marine wildlife out on the South Pacific Ocean during this 12-hour Kaikoura dolphin swim from Christchurch. Travel through the rolling hills of North …More

Kaikoura, New Zealand

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Discover magnificent marine wildlife out on the South Pacific Ocean during this 12-hour Kaikoura dolphin swim from Christchurch. Travel through the rolling hills of North...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$283

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal kayaks, allowing for the ultimate kayaking experience. Let us take you …More

Canterbury, New Zealand

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Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal kayaks, allowing for the ultimate kayaking experience. Let us take you...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$201

Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Explore the coastal town of Akaroa and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime chance to swim with dolphins on this full day tour from Christchurch. Travel through the …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Explore the coastal town of Akaroa and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime chance to swim with dolphins on this full day tour from Christchurch. Travel through the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$218

Freedom kayaking Abel Tasman gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. Kahu Kayaks will equip you with …More

Marahau, New Zealand

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1 Day Freedom Rental

Freedom kayaking Abel Tasman gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. Kahu Kayaks will equip you with...

1 day Free Cancellation

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$68

Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

Morning trip exploring Adele Island and the Seal Colony.Taking you further travel one way by kayak and one way by water taxi. This combination provides …More

Marahau, New Zealand

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Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

Morning trip exploring Adele Island and the Seal Colony.Taking you further travel one way by kayak and one way by water taxi. This combination provides...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$167

Arthurs Pass Jet Boating and TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch

Nestled at the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps (Kā Tiritiri o te Moana), Arthur’s Pass is steeped in history. Home of the world’s only …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Arthurs Pass Jet Boating and TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch

Nestled at the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps (Kā Tiritiri o te Moana), Arthur’s Pass is steeped in history. Home of the world’s only...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$338

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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$510

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet – The Ultimate Helicopter & Jet Boat Shore Excursion Depart from our beachfront helipads for a scenic helicopter tour of the stunning …More

Kaikoura, New Zealand

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Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet – The Ultimate Helicopter & Jet Boat Shore Excursion Depart from our beachfront helipads for a scenic helicopter tour of the stunning...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$352

Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

Learn how it feels to fly on water and take a ride in Oxbow’s unique, custom-built 4-seater Jet Sprint Boats! Accelerating at an incredible 0 …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Jet Sprint Boating & Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

Learn how it feels to fly on water and take a ride in Oxbow’s unique, custom-built 4-seater Jet Sprint Boats! Accelerating at an incredible 0...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$162

Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

Come and enjoy a kayaking tour to a wildlife sanctuary not able to be accessed by the general public. Unless you have a kayak in …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

Come and enjoy a kayaking tour to a wildlife sanctuary not able to be accessed by the general public. Unless you have a kayak in...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$105

This is the original and our most environmentally friendly guided day trip in the park. Start kayaking from Marahau gliding through the tranquil waters of …More

Marahau, New Zealand

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Lock, Stock & 2 Smoking Paddles

This is the original and our most environmentally friendly guided day trip in the park. Start kayaking from Marahau gliding through the tranquil waters of...

1 day Free Cancellation

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8hr Sea Kayak Tour Lyttelton/Christchurch Lunch, guide, transport

Embark on an unforgettable sea kayaking adventure in the stunning Lyttelton Harbour, where breathtaking coastal scenery and rich maritime history await you. Whether you’re a …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

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8hr Sea Kayak Tour Lyttelton/Christchurch Lunch, guide, transport

Embark on an unforgettable sea kayaking adventure in the stunning Lyttelton Harbour, where breathtaking coastal scenery and rich maritime history await you. Whether you’re a...

1 day Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$272

Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

The most scenic jet boat ride ever: see actual “Lord of the Rings” film locations on the way down to the beautiful Lake Manapouri. On …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

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Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

The most scenic jet boat ride ever: see actual “Lord of the Rings” film locations on the way down to the beautiful Lake Manapouri. On...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

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$255

1-Hour Jet Boat Adventure Queenstown with Music

xperience Queenstown differently with Thunder Jet – the only Queenstown jet boat with music on board, combining high-speed adventure with our very own soundtrack, 360° …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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1-Hour Jet Boat Adventure Queenstown with Music

xperience Queenstown differently with Thunder Jet – the only Queenstown jet boat with music on board, combining high-speed adventure with our very own soundtrack, 360°...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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