Nature & Wildlife in South Island
Top 10 Best South Island Nature & Wildlife
Found 323 Nature & Wildlife activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity. - Page 42hr Scenic Milford Sound Flight with Landing - 201
Mitre Peak beckons as your helicopter lifts off to begin your journey into Milford Sound. Your 2 hour tour includes a landing in Milford Sound & a once in a lifetime landing on a glacier/alpine in the heart of Fiordland National P... More

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Superb61 reviews5
Mitre Peak beckons as your helicopter lifts off to begin your journey into Milford Sound. Your 2 hou....
Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour
See the land where The Lord of the Rings trilogy were filmed. After a complimentary hotel pickup, you will arrive and meet your helicopter pilot. You will fly along the Shotover River, over the mountain range from the opening scen... More

Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour
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Superb44 reviews4.9
See the land where The Lord of the Rings trilogy were filmed. After a complimentary hotel pickup, yo....
Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.
Explore Christchurch Botanic Gardens, the serene Avon River, and Hagley Park, while admiring the city's Gothic architecture and the new stadium opening in 2026. Visit the unique cardboard Cathedral and vibrant New Regent Street. ... More
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Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.
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Superb32 reviews4.9
Explore Christchurch Botanic Gardens, the serene Avon River, and Hagley Park, while admiring the cit....
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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views
A seamless journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound, where stunning views are made even better by fascinating stories from your driver. Enjoy a premium coach journey with panoramic windows, glass roofs, and USB charging ports. F... More
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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views
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Superb410 reviews4.7
A seamless journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound, where stunning views are made even better by fa....
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Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour
In the heart of the Southern Alps, Arthur's Pass National Park has an incredible diversity of flora and landscape. Experience a breathtaking journey aboard the TranzAlpine Train winding it's way through the magnificent Waimakariri... More
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Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour
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Superb242 reviews4.8
In the heart of the Southern Alps, Arthur's Pass National Park has an incredible diversity of flora ....
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Christchurch to Queenstown One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
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. The ultimate way to get from Christchurch to Queenstown and includes a p... More
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Christchurch to Queenstown One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
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Exellent47 reviews4.4
This small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights in the area with the famo....
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Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
If you are a visitor that truly wants to see and understand the unique ecosystems, wildlife, culture, geology and botany of the Otago Peninsula then join this tour. A tour designed by the Otago Peninsula's longest serving wildlife... More
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Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
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Superb129 reviews4.9
If you are a visitor that truly wants to see and understand the unique ecosystems, wildlife, culture....
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Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka
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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Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka
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Superb65 reviews4.8
Fly further and see more when you fly with us from Wanaka. Fly to Milford Sound through two of New Z....
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Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka
The original since 1975 and still the best! Four hours of unique New Zealand wilderness adventure in the vast Mount Aspiring National Park. Experience a true New Zealand wilderness adventure. Fly, Walk, and Jet boat through New Z... More
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Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka
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Superb22 reviews4.9
The original since 1975 and still the best! Four hours of unique New Zealand wilderness adventure in....
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Fox and Franz Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef
Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 30-minute helicopter flight with a glacier landing along the way. Discover up close their neve and unusual ice f... More
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Fox and Franz Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef
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Superb109 reviews4.9
Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Jose....
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Arthurs Pass Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill
A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest, and ice-fed lakes and rivers and an optional guided walk with your guide to explore, biggest waterfall. Travel along the... More
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Arthurs Pass Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill
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Superb5 reviews5
A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lus....
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Arthurs Pass Day Trip From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Arthur’s Pass – A National Park located deep in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. You will be traveling on the Great Alpine Highway through the ever-changing remarkable landscapes. This tour highlights an example of great engi... More
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Arthurs Pass Day Trip From Christchurch via Castle Hill
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Exellent23 reviews4.5
Arthur’s Pass – A National Park located deep in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. You will be tr....
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Lake Cruise & Mou Waho Island Nature Walk
Lake Cruise and Mou Waho Island Nature Walk • A “must see” in Wanaka, take a 30 minute cruise to the remote, predator free Mou Waho Island nature reserve, home to the rare and flightless Buff Weka, (extinct on mainland NZ)... More
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Lake Cruise & Mou Waho Island Nature Walk
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Superb124 reviews5
Lake Cruise and Mou Waho Island Nature Walk • A “must see” in Wanaka, take a 30 minute cruis....
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Franz Josef Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Josef)
Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Franz Josef Heliport to the top of the Franz Josef icefall and land on the snow for fantastic photographic opportunities. This entry level flight will sh... More
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Franz Josef Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs ....
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Superb56 reviews4.9
Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Franz Josef Heliport to....
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Paradise Valley Full Day Tour
Paradise Valley full day tour is the perfect activity for families and small groups, offering flexibility to accommodate your personal interests whether they be walking, photography or viewing movie locations of Lord of the Rings ... More
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Paradise Valley Full Day Tour
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Superb15 reviews4.9
Paradise Valley full day tour is the perfect activity for families and small groups, offering flexib....
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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit to view Whales. Kaikoura's only Kayak operator that holds a marine mamma... More
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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
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Superb427 reviews4.8
Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's ....
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Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours
Alpacas Farm is an unparalleled opportunity to get up close and personal with alpacas, learn about this loving animal, and create some memories with friends and family in a stunning location. Note - guests must drive to the farm,... More
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Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours
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Superb98 reviews4.9
Alpacas Farm is an unparalleled opportunity to get up close and personal with alpacas, learn about t....
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5-Day South Island Tour from Christchurch
See all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island on this five-day sightseeing tour. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown, experience the majesty of Milford Sound, view the glacier at Franz Josef and travel ab... More
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5-Day South Island Tour from Christchurch
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Exellent69 reviews4.2
See all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island on this five-day sightseeing tour. Trave....
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Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular wildlife. Visit Motuara Island and cruise the majestic Queen Charlot... More
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Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
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Superb160 reviews4.7
The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A....
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Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier
A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern Alps and Glaciers. Lake Mapourika was created by the mighty ... More
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Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier
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Superb370 reviews4.9
A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mir....
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