Day Cruises in South Island
Top 10 Best South Island Day Cruises
Found 62 Day Cruises activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity. - Page 3Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise
Please note over Winter 2026 this tour will be running Wednesday and Saturdays only. Experience the best of beautiful Marlborough on this full-day tour. Get picked up from Blenheim in the morning and head straight to your first o... More
Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise
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South Island
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Superb78 reviews4.7
Please note over Winter 2026 this tour will be running Wednesday and Saturdays only. Experience the....
Ulva Island Explorer from Stewart Island
Take a leisurely cruise around Paterson Inlet and a 45-minute walking tour in the bird sanctuary of Ulva Island. Your 2.5-hour itinerary departs from Stewart Island and includes a visit to the historic whaler’s base at Prices ... More
Ulva Island Explorer from Stewart Island
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South Island
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Superb91 reviews4.7
Take a leisurely cruise around Paterson Inlet and a 45-minute walking tour in the bird sanctuary of....
Pacific Jemm 90 Minute Mulled Wine Cruise
A Premium Cruise Experience Step aboard Pacific Jemm, the southernmost superyacht on a lake, and experience Lake Wakatipu on an intimate luxury sightseeing cruise unlike any other. Be welcomed with genuine New Zealand hospitality... More
Pacific Jemm 90 Minute Mulled Wine Cruise
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South Island
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Superb1 review5
A Premium Cruise Experience Step aboard Pacific Jemm, the southernmost superyacht on a lake, and exp....
Epic Milford Guided Tour from Te Anau
Explore the magic of Milford Sound on our, unforgettable Milford Sound Day Tour! Discover New Zealand’s pristine beauty as you journey through Fiordland's rugged landscapes, awe-inspiring peaks, and glistening waters. Our carefu... More
Likely to Sell Out Epic Milford Guided Tour from Te Anau
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Superb16 reviews5
Explore the magic of Milford Sound on our, unforgettable Milford Sound Day Tour! Discover New Zealan....
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 a 45 minute cruise among spectacular mountain scenery followed by a guided tour to th... More
Likely to Sell Out Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk
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South Island
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Superb66 reviews4.6
Enjoy a 2 hour small group cruise and nature walk to Stevensons island. Once aboard the luxury catam....
Otago Harbour Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)
Join us for an invigorating wildlife cruise experience. By the time you get back to your ship you’ll know why Dunedin is the Nature Capital of New Zealand. The cruise will travel around beautiful wharves and boatsheds, then th... More
Likely to Sell Out Otago Harbour Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)
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South Island
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Exellent17 reviews4.5
Join us for an invigorating wildlife cruise experience. By the time you get back to your ship you’....
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 ashore to discover idyllic, golden sand bays, fringed by lush native forest and scul... More
Likely to Sell Out Abel Tasman Vista Cruise
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South Island
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Superb430 reviews4.6
We've been welcoming visitors to the spectacular Abel Tasman granite coast since 1841. Travel in sty....
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Join this guided full day tour in the historic Pelorus Mail Boat as it delivers mail, groceries, freight, and people to this stunning and remote inland waterway. The people living here have no road access and no mains electricity.... More
Likely to Sell Out Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
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South Island
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Superb335 reviews4.8
Join this guided full day tour in the historic Pelorus Mail Boat as it delivers mail, groceries, fre....
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 commentary, and let us show you the best stops along the way as you connect s... More
Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Coach and Cruise Tour from Queenstown with Flyback
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Exellent44 reviews4.3
Journey in comfort on one of our brand new, low-emission coaches and take in incredible panoramic vi....
Stevensons Island Outstanding Scenic Cruise
Take a leisurely 45 minute cruise out to Stevensons Arm, home to Mount Burke high country sheep station. Enjoy some of Wanaka's world famous scenery including Mount Gold which rises majestically into the Northern skyline. The com... More
Likely to Sell Out Stevensons Island Outstanding Scenic Cruise
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South Island
Take a leisurely 45 minute cruise out to Stevensons Arm, home to Mount Burke high country sheep stat....
Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise
Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove, Mt Earnslaw and the Southern Alps during our 1 hour and 30-minute crui... More
Likely to Sell Out Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise
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South Island
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Exellent32 reviews4.5
Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our ski....
Cruise, Walk, and Sail in Abel Tasman National Park
Explore the National Park with a morning water taxi, a short walk and an afternoon sail. Board your water taxi for 10.30 am departure from Kaiteriteri Beach and cruise into the Abel Tasman National Park. Cruise by the iconic Split... More
Likely to Sell Out Cruise, Walk, and Sail in Abel Tasman National Park
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Superb34 reviews4.6
Explore the National Park with a morning water taxi, a short walk and an afternoon sail. Board your ....
Milford Sound Cruise with Live Nature Guide and Hot Drinks
Join your longest and most immersive Milford Sound cruise, giving you over two hours to experience everything that makes this destination famous around the world. An expert Nature Guide travels with you throughout the journey, sha... More
Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Cruise with Live Nature Guide and Hot Drinks
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South Island
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Superb21 reviews4.9
Join your longest and most immersive Milford Sound cruise, giving you over two hours to experience e....
Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau
Step Into Timeless Elegance: Evening Cruises on Te Anau’s Historic 1935 Motor Yacht. Make your way to Te Anau’s charming historic wharf and step aboard a classic 1935 motor yacht—leaving the world behind and entering an atmo... More
Likely to Sell Out Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau
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Superb64 reviews5
Step Into Timeless Elegance: Evening Cruises on Te Anau’s Historic 1935 Motor Yacht. Make your way....
Milford Sound Nature Cruise and Self-Guided Scenic Track Walk
Experience two of Fiordland's most iconic attractions in a single, unforgettable day. If you select the 9.00am departure: Start with a self-guided walk on the world-famous Milford Track. The gentle 11-km walk to Giant's Gate Fal... More
Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Nature Cruise and Self-Guided Scenic Track Walk
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South Island
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Superb6 reviews4.7
Experience two of Fiordland's most iconic attractions in a single, unforgettable day. If you selec....
Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay
Explore the Best of Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay in One Day! Your friendly guide will pick you up from your accommodation for a scenic journey across the Waimea Plains and Moutere Hills to Kaiteriteri. From there, en... More
Likely to Sell Out Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay
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South Island
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Superb6 reviews5
Explore the Best of Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay in One Day! Your friendly guide will ....
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 comfort. Hike, Swim, Kayak or just relax onboard. You can choose how active or relaxed you wan... More
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Likely to Sell Out Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park
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South Island
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Superb32 reviews5
Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tas....
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Coach Farm Tour and Milford Sound Nature Cruise from Queenstown
Departing from Queenstown experience the complete Fiordland package with premium coach travel, an authentic farm visit, and a Milford Sound cruise all in one seamless day. Travel stress-free in our modern glass-roof coach while en... More
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Likely to Sell Out Coach Farm Tour and Milford Sound Nature Cruise from Queenstown
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South Island
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Superb3 reviews4.7
Departing from Queenstown experience the complete Fiordland package with premium coach travel, an au....
Private Tour
Milford Sound Coach and Extended Cruise from Te Anau
Experience the most comprehensive Milford Sound day trip from Te Anau. An expert nature guide accompanies you throughout both the coach and cruise journeys. Travel in a premium glass-roof coach through Fiordland with scenic photo ... More
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Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Coach and Extended Cruise from Te Anau
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South Island
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Superb3 reviews4.7
Experience the most comprehensive Milford Sound day trip from Te Anau. An expert nature guide accomp....
Private Tour
Milford Sound VIP Nature Cruise Small Group ex Queenstown
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound with an exclusive small-group experience that includes transport and a nature cruise. Departing from Queenstown or Te Anau, travel in a customized glass-roof Mercedes Sprinter desi... More
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Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound VIP Nature Cruise Small Group ex Queenstown
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South Island
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Superb3 reviews4.7
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound with an exclusive small-group experience that incl....
Private Tour