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Top 10 Best South Island Half day Tours

Found 285 Half day Tours activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity.
 

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

(4.9 of 1,673 reviews)

We will fly you from Queenstown over the Southern Alps with breathtakingly spectacular and endless panoramic views of lakes, forested river valleys, waterfalls, jagged razor-backed ridge lines and snow covered peaks.... More

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Start From $440.93
 
Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb1,673 reviews4.9

We will fly you from Queenstown over the Southern Alps with breathtakingly spectacular and endless p....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $440.93
 
 

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

(4.8 of 1,157 reviews)

*Please note the TSS Earnslaw Steamship is undergoing scheduled maintenance during the period 19th May to 1 October 2025* A return scenic cruise from Queenstown Bay, across stunning Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm ... More

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Start From $94.10
 
Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

  • South Island
  • Superb1,157 reviews4.8

*Please note the TSS Earnslaw Steamship is undergoing scheduled maintenance during the period 19th M....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $94.10
 
 

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

(4.6 of 607 reviews)

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles area of the glacier with your guide. Navigate your way through the maze ... More

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Start From $482.59
 
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike Likely to Sell Out

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

  • South Island
  • Superb607 reviews4.6

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $482.59
 
 

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

(4.9 of 1,225 reviews)

Take a journey with us deep into Middle Earth and explore unique Lord of the Rings filming locations from Queenstown to Glenorchy and Mt Aspiring World Heritage N.P. Feel the trilogy come to life as you visit the breathtaking and... More

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Start From $117.70
 
Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb1,225 reviews4.9

Take a journey with us deep into Middle Earth and explore unique Lord of the Rings filming locations....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $117.70
 
 

Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

(4.9 of 462 reviews)

Fewer People - More Wildlife! The Clearwater Family's Farm is home to more wildlife per square meter than anywhere in Dunedin. The intimate small group tours offer the chance to see Yellow-eyed penguins, NZ sea lions, NZ fur sea... More

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Start From $133.17
 
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula Likely to Sell Out

Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

  • South Island
  • Superb462 reviews4.9

Fewer People - More Wildlife! The Clearwater Family's Farm is home to more wildlife per square mete....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $133.17
 
 

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

(5 of 661 reviews)

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 with Air Milford allows you to combine the stunning flight to Milford... More

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Start From $494.73
 
Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch) Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

  • South Island
  • Superb661 reviews5

Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary natural beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and a....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $494.73
 
 

Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure

(4.6 of 427 reviews)

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Whakatipu, aboard either the iconic vintage TSS Earnslaw or the sleek Spirit of Queenstown. Once you arrive over at the working high country stati... More

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Start From $79.90
 
Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure Likely to Sell Out

Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure

  • South Island
  • Superb427 reviews4.6

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Whakatipu, aboard....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $79.90
 
 

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

(4.5 of 22 reviews)

The Tasman Glacier is Aotearoa New Zealand's longest glacier measuring at 27km long and as wide as 4km in places, so this is an experience of a lifetime to explore the ever changing ice formations that carved this wonderful landsc... More

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Start From $573.65
 
Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Likely to Sell Out

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike

  • South Island
  • Exellent22 reviews4.5

The Tasman Glacier is Aotearoa New Zealand's longest glacier measuring at 27km long and as wide as 4....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $573.65
 
 

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

(5 of 528 reviews)

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 grandeur and beauty. Encounter real mountain flying and marvel at the most remar... More

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Start From $443.30
 
Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb528 reviews5

You are guaranteed a window seat with unimpaired views as you fly this incredible route to and from ....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $443.30
 
 

Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

(4.9 of 166 reviews)

Explore Milford Sounds stunning fiord from the air and on the water. Join an unforgettable cruise, past sheer cliffs, gushing waterfalls and perhaps even spot dolphins, seals and penguins. Enjoy an exhilarating flight past rivers,... More

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Start From $846.35
 
Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb166 reviews4.9

Explore Milford Sounds stunning fiord from the air and on the water. Join an unforgettable cruise, p....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $846.35
 
 

Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

(5 of 605 reviews)

Voted the World’s Best Wine Tour Begin your day with a warm welcome from your wine-certified guide at (or near) your Queenstown accommodation before setting off into the Gibbston wine region celebrated for its world-class winer... More

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Start From $156.84
 
Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries Likely to Sell Out

Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

  • South Island
  • Superb605 reviews5

Voted the World’s Best Wine Tour Begin your day with a warm welcome from your wine-certified guid....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $156.84
 
 

Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka

(4.8 of 66 reviews)

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. View alpine lakes nestled amongst snowcapped mountain peaks and pristine glaciers, wit... More

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Start From $443.30
 
Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka

  • South Island
  • Superb66 reviews4.8

Fly further and see more when you fly with us from Wanaka. Fly to Milford Sound through two of New Z....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $443.30
 
 

Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown

(4.8 of 365 reviews)

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 the most magnificent scenery in the world, you’ll board your cruise and t... More

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Start From $454.67
 
Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb365 reviews4.8

Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound and enjoy a spectacular view of the mountains, lakes and waterf....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $454.67
 
 

Taieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin

(4.5 of 895 reviews)

Experience a stunning journey through the Taieri Gorge, crossing historic viaducts and riding through tunnels while discovering Otago’s history. This scenic train ride from Dunedin to Pukerangi offers unforgettable one-way or re... More

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Start From $94.10
 
Taieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin Likely to Sell Out

Taieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin

  • South Island
  • Exellent895 reviews4.5

Experience a stunning journey through the Taieri Gorge, crossing historic viaducts and riding throug....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $94.10
 
 

Best Abel Tasman Day trip

(5 of 216 reviews)

Our small group personalized day-trip is the best way to experience all the Abel Tasman National Park has to offer in comfort in one day. You get to meet other travelers and receive the personal attention of the skipper as we limi... More

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Start From $236.74
 
Best Abel Tasman Day trip Likely to Sell Out

Best Abel Tasman Day trip

  • South Island
  • Superb216 reviews5

Our small group personalized day-trip is the best way to experience all the Abel Tasman National Par....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $236.74
 
 

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour

(4.9 of 384 reviews)

Sitting on the northern shores of Lake Whakatipu is the small picturesque village of Glenorchy, the famous Paradise Valley, and world-famous Middle Earth magic. Join this sightseeing tour for a magical half-day journey to Glenorc... More

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Start From $111.86
 
Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour Likely to Sell Out

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb384 reviews4.9

Sitting on the northern shores of Lake Whakatipu is the small picturesque village of Glenorchy, the ....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $111.86
 
 

Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience

(4.7 of 518 reviews)

Immerse yourself in an authentic New Zealand adventure as you journey deep into the heart of world-renowned Mt Aspiring National Park, a truly unique and untouched world. This is not just a jet boat ride, but a combination of acti... More

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Start From $181.50
 
Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Likely to Sell Out

Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience

  • South Island
  • Superb518 reviews4.7

Immerse yourself in an authentic New Zealand adventure as you journey deep into the heart of world-r....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $181.50
 
 

Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

(4.9 of 659 reviews)

Experience a tasting journey through three of Central Otago’s incredibly scenic and varying wine sub-regions; Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell. Visit four boutique vineyards, tasting their unique cool climate wines and discov... More

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Start From $165.13
 
Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch Likely to Sell Out

Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

  • South Island
  • Superb659 reviews4.9

Experience a tasting journey through three of Central Otago’s incredibly scenic and varying wine s....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $165.13
 
 

Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

(5 of 48 reviews)

We meet you at the Port Chalmers Cruise Ship Terminal for the 'Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour' Stops include: -Dunedin Railway Station (most photographed building in NZ) -Baldwin Street (world's steepest street) -Ot... More

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Start From $123.70
 
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour Likely to Sell Out

Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb48 reviews5

We meet you at the Port Chalmers Cruise Ship Terminal for the 'Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlig....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $123.70
 
 

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown

(4.9 of 166 reviews)

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 reserved seating for Air Milford passengers aboard the cru... More

Free Cancellation
Start From $467.42
 
Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb166 reviews4.9

Air Milford hosts you on an intimate experience, combining two incredible scenic flights into Fiord....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $467.42
 
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