Nature & Wildlife in South Island
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Found 429 Nature & Wildlife activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity.Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience
Rated one of the Top 10 Experiences in New Zealand. Join our boutique small boat cruise and experience Milford Sound the "local" way. We limit passenger numbers on all cruises to half of the boats capacity (capacity 150 passenge... More
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Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience
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Superb3,265 reviews4.9
Rated one of the Top 10 Experiences in New Zealand. Join our boutique small boat cruise and experie....
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Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
Premium small group tour including a boutique Milford Sound cruise designed for an immersive viewing experience, and picnic lunch from Queenstown. There is no better way to see this most famous of attractions! Highlights: • Mil... More
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Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
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Superb3,812 reviews4.9
Premium small group tour including a boutique Milford Sound cruise designed for an immersive viewing....
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Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown
Join talented and knowledgeable guides on a journey along one of New Zealand's most scenic drives. All guides have unique and insightful stories to share, and spill the secrets of their beautiful backyard as you travel through lus... More
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Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown
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Superb983 reviews4.7
Join talented and knowledgeable guides on a journey along one of New Zealand's most scenic drives. A....
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Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri
Experience an 8-hour day trip into the remote wilderness of Doubtful Sound, the heart of Fiordland National Park, while nature guides answer questions and point out landmarks. This fiord is home to bottlenose dolphins and fur seal... More
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Likely to Sell Out Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri
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Superb575 reviews4.7
Experience an 8-hour day trip into the remote wilderness of Doubtful Sound, the heart of Fiordland N....
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Milford Sound Cruise
Enjoy uninterrupted views of glacier-carved cliffs on your Milford Sound cruise aboard modern, spacious and comfortable catamarans. With spacious seating indoors, an open sun deck up top and a covered deck at the rear, your crui... More
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Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Cruise
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Superb346 reviews4.7
Enjoy uninterrupted views of glacier-carved cliffs on your Milford Sound cruise aboard modern, spaci....
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Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
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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Likely to Sell Out Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
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Superb662 reviews4.6
Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef....
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2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise
Enjoy a two hour cruise traversing the deep waters of Milford Sound, located in Fiordland. Your cruise will take you past St Anne’s lighthouse and out into the Tasman Sea. Informative guides point out scenic highlights along the... More
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Likely to Sell Out 2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise
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Superb1,645 reviews4.8
Enjoy a two hour cruise traversing the deep waters of Milford Sound, located in Fiordland. Your crui....
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Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour
The fascinating Te Anau caves system on the western shore of Lake Te Anau offers an underground adventure that charms visitors of all ages. This tour takes you to a mysterious underground world of rushing water before drifting in ... More
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Likely to Sell Out Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour
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Exellent1,150 reviews4.5
The fascinating Te Anau caves system on the western shore of Lake Te Anau offers an underground adve....
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Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
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 views are guaranteed to leave you awestruck. This globally award winning small... More
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Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
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Superb2,677 reviews4.9
Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand and a must-see for any travelle....
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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Whale Watch is located in the small coastal town of Kaikōura on the East Coast of New Zealand’s South Island a scenic two and a half-hour drive north from Christchurch and two hour drive south from Picton. Kaikōura is a specia... More
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Likely to Sell Out Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
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Exellent3,055 reviews4.5
Whale Watch is located in the small coastal town of Kaikōura on the East Coast of New Zealand’s S....
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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 grandeur and beauty. Encounter real mountain flying and marvel at the most remar... More
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Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown
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Superb782 reviews5
You are guaranteed a window seat with unimpaired views as you fly this incredible route to and from ....
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Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau
Premium small group tour including boutique Milford Sound cruise onboard a Milford Sound Cruise, and picnic lunch from Te Anau. There is no better way to see this famous attraction. Highlights: • Milford Sound Cruise • Fiord... More
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Likely to Sell Out Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau
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Superb998 reviews4.9
Premium small group tour including boutique Milford Sound cruise onboard a Milford Sound Cruise, and....
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Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown
Experience stunning scenery on an unforgettable day trip to Milford Sound. The pristine Milford Sound is part of the World Heritage Fiordland National Park, in the south west of the South Island, and is famed for its remote atmosp... More
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Likely to Sell Out Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown
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Superb572 reviews4.6
Experience stunning scenery on an unforgettable day trip to Milford Sound. The pristine Milford Soun....
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Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch
Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour. This small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights in the area with the famous Lake Tekapo, Mt Cook National Park and Tasman Glacier as key highlights. Led by our famously passio... More
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Likely to Sell Out Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch
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Superb252 reviews4.8
Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour. This small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highligh....
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TranzAlpine, Castle Hill & Arthur's Pass Small-Group Tour + Lunch
Journey through the breathtaking Southern Alps aboard the iconic TranzAlpine train, one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys. Departing from Christchurch, travel through dramatic river gorges and alpine passes before disemba... More
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Superb58 reviews4.9
Journey through the breathtaking Southern Alps aboard the iconic TranzAlpine train, one of the world....
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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 scow (flat-bottomed trading boat) along the pristine waters ... More
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Superb284 reviews4.8
Experience the natural beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise departing from Manapouri on N....
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TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Experience the South Island's remarkable natural landscapes by taking a journey on the TranzAlpine train from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, which is considered one of the world's greatest train journeys for the scenery through wh... More
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Experience the South Island's remarkable natural landscapes by taking a journey on the TranzAlpine t....
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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Top 10 of outdoor experiences Australasia and Top 1% of Experiences worldwide for 2026. Dress up as your favourite character & Feel the trilogy come to life as you visit t... More
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Superb1,538 reviews4.9
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From Queenstown: Milford Sound Cruise & Glass-Roof Coach Tour
Discover one of the best things to do in South Island New Zealand as you embark on a full-day trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound. You'll travel through Fiordland on a luxury coach tour before continuing to explore via a renowne... More
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Discover one of the best things to do in South Island New Zealand as you embark on a full-day trip f....
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Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour from Queenstown
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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Sitting on the northern shores of Lake Whakatipu is the small picturesque village of Glenorchy, the ....
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