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Found 429 Nature & Wildlife activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity.
 

Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience

(4.9 of 3,265 reviews)

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

Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience

  • South Island
  • Superb3,265 reviews4.9

Rated one of the Top 10 Experiences in New Zealand. Join our boutique small boat cruise and experie....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $108.71
 
 

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

(4.9 of 3,812 reviews)

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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Start From $212.24
 
Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb3,812 reviews4.9

Premium small group tour including a boutique Milford Sound cruise designed for an immersive viewing....

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    Private Tour
    Start From $212.24
 
 

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

(4.7 of 983 reviews)

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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Start From $158.18
 
Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • 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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    Private Tour
    Start From $158.18
 
 

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri

(4.7 of 575 reviews)

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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Start From $206.49
 
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri Likely to Sell Out

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Day Cruise from Manapouri

  • South Island
  • 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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    Start From $206.49
 
 

Milford Sound Cruise

(4.7 of 346 reviews)

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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Start From $92.03
 
Milford Sound Cruise Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Cruise

  • South Island
  • Superb346 reviews4.7

Enjoy uninterrupted views of glacier-carved cliffs on your Milford Sound cruise aboard modern, spaci....

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    Start From $92.03
 
 

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

(4.6 of 662 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 $530.36
 
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike Likely to Sell Out

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

  • South Island
  • 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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    Start From $530.36
 
 

2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise

(4.8 of 1,645 reviews)

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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Start From $102.96
 
2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise Likely to Sell Out

2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise

  • South Island
  • 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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    Start From $102.96
 
 

Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour

(4.5 of 1,150 reviews)

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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Start From $74.20
 
Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour Likely to Sell Out

Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour

  • South Island
  • 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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    Start From $74.20
 
 

Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

(4.9 of 2,677 reviews)

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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Start From $241.00
 
Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • 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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    Start From $241.00
 
 

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

(4.5 of 3,055 reviews)

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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Start From $103.24
 
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat Likely to Sell Out

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

  • South Island
  • 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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    Start From $103.24
 
 

Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown

(5 of 782 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 $488.34
 
Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb782 reviews5

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

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    Start From $488.34
 
 

Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau

(4.9 of 998 reviews)

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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Start From $183.49
 
Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Likely to Sell Out

Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau

  • South Island
  • Superb998 reviews4.9

Premium small group tour including boutique Milford Sound cruise onboard a Milford Sound Cruise, and....

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    Start From $183.49
 
 

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

(4.6 of 572 reviews)

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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Start From $197.87
 
Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb572 reviews4.6

Experience stunning scenery on an unforgettable day trip to Milford Sound. The pristine Milford Soun....

    Free Cancellation
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    Start From $197.87
 
 

Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch

(4.8 of 252 reviews)

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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Start From $171.98
 
Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch Likely to Sell Out

Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch

  • South Island
  • 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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    Start From $171.98
 
 

TranzAlpine, Castle Hill & Arthur's Pass Small-Group Tour + Lunch

(4.9 of 58 reviews)

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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TranzAlpine, Castle Hill & Arthur's Pass Small-Group Tour + Lunch

  • South Island
  • Superb58 reviews4.9

Journey through the breathtaking Southern Alps aboard the iconic TranzAlpine train, one of the world....

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    Private Tour
    Start From $232.43
    (Saving 10% ) $258.26
 
 

Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

(4.8 of 284 reviews)

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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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

  • South Island
  • Superb284 reviews4.8

Experience the natural beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise departing from Manapouri on N....

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    Private Tour
    Start From $459.58
    (Saving inf% ) $0.00
 
 

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

(4.9 of 501 reviews)

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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-inf% TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip Likely to Sell Out

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

  • South Island
  • Superb501 reviews4.9

Experience the South Island's remarkable natural landscapes by taking a journey on the TranzAlpine t....

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    Private Tour
    Start From $218.57
    (Saving inf% ) $0.00
 
 

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

(4.9 of 1,538 reviews)

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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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb1,538 reviews4.9

Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Top 10 of outdoor experiences Australasia ....

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    Start From $125.97
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From Queenstown: Milford Sound Cruise & Glass-Roof Coach Tour

(4.5 of 720 reviews)

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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From Queenstown: Milford Sound Cruise & Glass-Roof Coach Tour

  • South Island
  • Exellent720 reviews4.5

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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    Private Tour
    Start From $171.98
    (Saving inf% ) $0.00
 
 

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour from Queenstown

(4.9 of 516 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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Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Scenic Tour from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb516 reviews4.9

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

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    Start From $108.71
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