Title: Things to Do in South Island in 2026 | Expedia.com [South Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/South-Island.dx6052692)[Hotels in South Island](https://expedia.com/South-Island-Hotels.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to South Island](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in South Island](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-South-Island.d6052692.Car-Rental-Guide)[South Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/South-Island.d6052692.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in South Island ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit South Island Types of activities Where to stay [South Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/South-Island.dx6052692) ![Queenstown showing a river or creek and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queenstown showing a river or creek and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kawarau Suspension Bridge which includes a sporting event, a bridge and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6214789/7871f9e4-4dfb-43ae-9224-5d7f1e634c44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bob\'s Peak showing views, general coastal views and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110692/8ddb3da1-dea4-4ca0-aba9-b09f5a88e1e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Island which includes land animals and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052692/9f6dcdad-c828-45a4-a81a-0710ee973e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### South Island Attractions Explore the sights of South Island with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6052692&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or check out our list of {6 fun activities in South Island [fun activities in South Island](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6052692&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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cancellation available $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/queenstown-shotover-river-and-kawarau-river-jet-boat-ride.a5214562.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![1 hour 45 minute Milford Sound Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/261827/0a1907d4-c2f3-4601-9daa-e8b17deda0ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1 hour 45 minute Milford Sound Cruise 1h 45m 9/10 33 verified reviews Free cancellation available $87 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/milford-sound-classic-cruise.a261827.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1300174/697d5f80-b13a-4cb7-9557-664a724992e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience 1h 45m 9.8/10 569 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $107 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cruise-milford-nz-small-boutique-cruise-experience.a1300174.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1277627/b6f37260-e54c-4170-809e-23828d9a9582.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown 4h 30m 10/10 313 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $447 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/milford-sound-scenic-fly-cruise-fly-departing-queenstown.a1277627.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Milford Sound Fly-Nature Cruise-Fly Half Day Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/259198/77f2713b-a641-4512-841c-ad41feb95328.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Milford Sound Fly-Nature Cruise-Fly Half Day Tour 4h+ 9.6/10 23 verified reviews Free cancellation available $462 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/milford-sound-fly-nature-cruise-fly-half-day-tour.a259198.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Te Anau Glowworm Caves Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48922315/8a182395-8cca-4483-9acf-6bddc341e855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Te Anau Glowworm Caves Guided Tour 2h 15m 9.2/10 9 verified reviews Free cancellation available $87 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/te-anau-glowworm-caves-guided-tour.a48922315.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5086833/bad35afe-e675-41da-8e74-9cbd45a55d9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise 2h 9.6/10 433 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/milford-sound-2-hour-small-boat-scenic-cruise.a5086833.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47475176/ce470ef1-1294-4ec8-8ec1-ed8d00577bea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day in Middle Earth - Lord of the Rings Tour 4h 30m 10/10 34 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-in-middle-earth-lord-of-the-rings-tour.a47475176.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46756606/16faecdc-1379-4704-9e37-709f8bfe93d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip 10h 9.8/10 231 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $282 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tranzalpine-train-arthurs-pass-and-castle-hill-day-trip.a46756606.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 185 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![World in a day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3178418/83561385-6a48-4908-af6f-e46dc70d75bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### World in a day 5h Free cancellation available $3,550 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/world-in-a-day.a3178418.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393016/8cf6757e-df8a-4916-9d9c-742561c89e2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour 13h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $210 includes taxes & fees per child [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mount-cook-lake-tekapo-tasman-glacier-private-tour.a1393016.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50188614/8cd3dbf5-6434-4bc3-97de-36186cdd4799.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill 8h Free cancellation available $180 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-day-trip-from-christchurch-with-castle-hill.a50188614.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Private Day tour to Milford Sound from Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50774308/2cc9a171-cea6-48bb-b749-8b4de1ea63fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day tour to Milford Sound from Queenstown 10h Free cancellation available $389 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-day-tour-to-milford-sound-from-queenstown.a50774308.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50148714/002bfa9b-b6c9-4fe5-a17f-10e99a8703a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch 9h Free cancellation available $285 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kaikoura-whale-watching-day-trip-from-christchurch.a50148714.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Private Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip From Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49302708/5833cd51-0c40-4fe3-b767-10a634430a36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip From Christchurch 11h Free cancellation available $174 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-kaikoura-whale-watching-day-trip-from-christchurch.a49302708.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Dunedin 4 Hrs halfday Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50188735/b177d0fd-c886-45a2-99be-1bdf6a6aa68c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dunedin 4 Hrs halfday Private Tour 4h Free cancellation available $258 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dunedin-4-hrs-halfday-private-tour.a50188735.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49763528/7819e054-6437-4c2c-80a5-01f20c7ccd88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers 4h 30m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-dunedin-wildscene-private-shore-excursion.a49763528.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Luxury Private Guided Crater Rim Walk on Banks Peninsula](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46987421/ab8db6ba-542e-4ebf-b9ce-173ba27491b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Luxury Private Guided Crater Rim Walk on Banks Peninsula 6h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $351 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/luxury-private-guided-crater-rim-walk-on-banks-peninsula.a46987421.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Christchurch Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50768867/504eb005-8ad1-4fb8-ada0-a7dde7fc5eb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Christchurch Half Day Tour 5h Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/christchurch-half-day-tour.a50768867.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 176 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46756606/16faecdc-1379-4704-9e37-709f8bfe93d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip 10h 9.8/10 231 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $282 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tranzalpine-train-arthurs-pass-and-castle-hill-day-trip.a46756606.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47218548/5347af1c-16c8-4ae5-b631-1986b74d32bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula 4h 9.8/10 116 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/clearwater-wildlife-tours-small-group-10max-otago-peninsula.a47218548.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307122/19c59e42-f73d-467b-bd12-96feaaf31bef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch 9h 9.6/10 175 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $195 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lord-of-the-rings-journey-to-edoras-day-tour-from-christchurch.a1307122.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4438242/505da1d3-68d2-4b5f-b39d-65d87a54f704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak 1h 30m 9.6/10 46 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $215 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tandem-paragliding.a4438242.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45267910/84bb9eb4-7060-445f-afc6-ef61d92e9389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike 4h 9.6/10 130 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $489 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-heli-hike.a45267910.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Queenstown Hill Quad Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2138021/e9d2ba8c-dcfa-44a4-8914-d3dee26552bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Queenstown Hill Quad Bike Tour 3h 30m 10/10 49 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $209 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/queenstown-hill-quad-bike-tour.a2138021.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Small-Group Zipline Adventure in Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393789/60e48fdd-5f98-4177-8bff-a6af9cc949a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Small-Group Zipline Adventure in Queenstown 2h 9.6/10 159 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $111 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-zipline-adventure-in-queenstown.a1393789.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3545560/6f3bd981-07a8-4ca0-a770-7b1cdb0ed558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Tour 7h 30m 10/10 22 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bike-the-wineries-full-day-tour-queenstown.a3545560.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Queenstown Half-Day Canyoning Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47527001/bdc7bcc2-3529-46fd-9263-d356c26545fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Queenstown Half-Day Canyoning Adventure 4h 9.6/10 32 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $149 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-canyoning-experience-queenstown.a47527001.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass with TranzAlpine & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48044566/580379dd-496f-4fa3-bf5c-b92267632b8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass with TranzAlpine & Lunch 10h 9/10 90 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $264 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-christchurch-arthurs-pass-and-tranzalpine-day-tour.a48044566.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 152 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/486153/aed7e45b-094b-45df-9054-177047f29e7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown 12h 30m 9.4/10 110 verified reviews Free cancellation available $207 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/milford-sound-full-day-experience-with-nature-cruise-lunch-ex-queenstown.a486153.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/259342/35ba12ce-0807-4fea-8dba-dbb7aeda200a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner 2h 9.2/10 49 verified reviews Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tss-earnslaw-cruise-with-walter-peak-gourmet-bbq-dinner.a259342.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Top Rated Small Group Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/782403/d82d492b-540f-4381-bc98-fe5bd550ea10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Top Rated Small Group Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown 13h 9.8/10 7 verified reviews Free cancellation available $239 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/top-rated-small-group-milford-sound-day-tour-from-queenstown.a782403.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3545560/6f3bd981-07a8-4ca0-a770-7b1cdb0ed558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Tour 7h 30m 10/10 22 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bike-the-wineries-full-day-tour-queenstown.a3545560.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393898/a4f12541-ac48-427f-a9ca-7fcaf6eca150.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Queenstown 7h 9.2/10 59 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-wine-tours-queenstown.a1393898.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Barbecue Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/380244/77d6a175-66d8-409d-90d9-ca17100425e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Barbecue Lunch 3h 30m 9.6/10 73 verified reviews Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tss-earnslaw-cruise-barbecue-lunch.a380244.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Milford Sound: Small-Group Tour from Te Anau](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4785179/a5ef102d-4a5b-4b4d-ab4d-f1f972a12425.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Milford Sound: Small-Group Tour from Te Anau 9h 30m 10/10 191 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $179 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/milford-sound-small-group-tour-from-te-anau.a4785179.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![From Queenstown: Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier Viewpoint Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4769657/ce555c6a-5084-427c-acdb-7cb4eeed44a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Queenstown: Mt Cook & Tasman Glacier Viewpoint Day Tour 12h 9.6/10 92 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $159 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-queenstown-mt-cook-tasman-glacier-viewpoint-day-tour.a4769657.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Gibbston Valley Wines - Cave Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3176039/91593f98-70a5-4cf4-b402-426fdbc79054.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gibbston Valley Wines - Cave Tour 30m 9/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/gibbston-valley-wines-cave-tour.a3176039.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Queenstown: Guided E-Bike Tour with Winery Visits & Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4734764/ab636694-a90d-4a44-8571-93264b87a9b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Queenstown: Guided E-Bike Tour with Winery Visits & Tastings 6h 9.8/10 16 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $195 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/queenstown-guided-e-bike-tour-with-winery-visits-tastings.a4734764.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 93 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Queenstown: Shotover River and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5214562/ed56a62f-0bc7-4c0a-b516-3c617e67dd61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Queenstown: Shotover River and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride 1h 9.6/10 382 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/queenstown-shotover-river-and-kawarau-river-jet-boat-ride.a5214562.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5086833/bad35afe-e675-41da-8e74-9cbd45a55d9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise 2h 9.6/10 433 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/milford-sound-2-hour-small-boat-scenic-cruise.a5086833.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/741528/518a9624-880a-4390-bfc9-097782fa8e38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown 25m 10/10 379 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shotover-river-extreme-jet-boat-ride-in-queenstown.a741528.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50488418/6343e2c8-77e7-41f6-b17f-163b6e8ff7da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet 30m+ 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/queenstown-jet-boat-adventure-with-thunder-jet.a50488418.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4997542/3dd9f2ad-86e4-4bdd-9971-40344002078a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo 1d 9.4/10 122 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/abel-tasman-national-park-cruise-and-walking-tour-combo.a4997542.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![From Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4762013/5161b678-f2cd-4e56-9da8-c11fef25a5db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Ride 3h 10/10 210 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-queenstown-skippers-canyon-jet-boat-ride.a4762013.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45268550/b7c60e07-09c7-4e3e-8f0a-a1dc06a70156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown 5h 9.6/10 33 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $184 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shotover-river-rafting-trip-from-queenstown.a45268550.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Family Adventures Rafting and Sightseeing Trip in Queenstown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3820851/53214bd7-43ec-4546-94ce-6d093f5920d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Family Adventures Rafting and Sightseeing Trip in Queenstown 5h 9.8/10 24 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $179 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/family-adventures-rafting-and-sightseeing-trip-in-queenstown.a3820851.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/182709/959c2410-f407-464d-8b6e-fa02a2ea1301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch 10h 8.8/10 20 verified reviews Free cancellation available $336 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-full-day-tour-with-jet-boat-farm-visit-via-tranzalpine.a182709.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ![Moke Lake Kayak Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2138056/83f1ed1c-d61d-4f87-98b5-b7d467d19cec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Moke Lake Kayak Experience 3h 30m 10/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $107 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/moke-lake-kayak-experience.a2138056.activity-details?&rid=6052692&location=South+Island&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in South Island | Number of things to do | 6 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Stewart Island Village & Bays Tour](/things-to-do/stewart-island-village-bays-tour.a389648.activity-details): $36 | | Top 5 things to do | [Stewart Island Ferry Service](/things-to-do/stewart-island-ferry-service.a389652.activity-details)[Stewart Island Village & Bays Tour](/things-to-do/stewart-island-village-bays-tour.a389648.activity-details)[Ulva Island Explorer: Cruise & Guided Walk](/things-to-do/ulva-island-explorer-cruise-guided-walk.a389642.activity-details)[Stewart Island Wild Kiwi Experiences](/things-to-do/stewart-island-wild-kiwi-encounter.a603177.activity-details)[Stewart Island Wilderness Walk](/things-to-do/stewart-island-wilderness-walk.a50529504.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Stewart Island Ferry Service](/things-to-do/stewart-island-ferry-service.a389652.activity-details)[Stewart Island Village & Bays Tour](/things-to-do/stewart-island-village-bays-tour.a389648.activity-details)[Ulva Island Explorer: Cruise & Guided Walk](/things-to-do/ulva-island-explorer-cruise-guided-walk.a389642.activity-details)[Stewart Island Wilderness Walk](/things-to-do/stewart-island-wilderness-walk.a50529504.activity-details)[Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly with Glenorchy Air](/things-to-do/stewart-island-fly-explore-fly-with-glenorchy-air.a4994031.activity-details) | ## What to do in South Island - With kids ### Things to Do in South Island with Kids There's fun for the entire family no matter where you go in South Island. Here are a few [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6052692&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) you can do together that promise to make your trip unforgettable: - [20-minute Virtual Reality Experience Padawan](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/20-minute-virtual-reality-experience-padawan.a820336.activity-details) - [Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk from Wanaka](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/stevensons-island-cruise-and-nature-walk-from-wanaka.a1393975.activity-details) - [Māori Whakatau Welcome](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/maori-whakatau-welcome.a734513.activity-details) - [1-Hour Ruby Island Cruise and Walk from Wanaka](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/1-hour-ruby-island-cruise-and-walk-from-wanaka.a1395505.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in South Island? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in South Island ![0_BXP60263h](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113038/3e3abce0-d6e8-4fe9-b9c7-d926d0fc5741.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aoraki / Mount Cook Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Aoraki-Mount-Cook-Mount-Cook.d6113038.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Cook National Park featuring mountains, snow and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139475/4b5a83bc-d589-472c-8d92-974d102efde5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Cook National Park Ski on a glacier, enjoy hot springs and tackle the peak where Sir Edmund Hillary trained for Everest in this spectacular part of New Zealand. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Cook-National-Park-Mount-Cook.d6139475.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112944/27933b41-e797-4d75-936d-f59672d8d27f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lyttelton Harbour Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills. [](https://expedia.com/Lyttelton-Harbour-Lyttelton.d6112944.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sumner Beach featuring rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112932/a9456c8b-2486-4015-b91d-76a3bf02bf93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sumner Beach The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch. [](https://expedia.com/Sumner-Beach-Sumner.d6112932.Vacation-Attraction) ![Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560906768/60882bb2-b60c-4fe5-981a-b8ff1a8ddf9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Picton Ferry Terminal Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Picton-Ferry-Terminal-Picton.d553248621560906768.Vacation-Attraction) ![Milford Sound, Fiordland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110756/374586df-65ed-4aac-85db-f48d31c2b524.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Milford Sound Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers. [](https://expedia.com/Milford-Sound-Fiordland-National-Park.d6110756.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lake Pukaki showing mountains, snow and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113036/6ac179f3-120d-4df9-aab1-f03035c55613.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Pukaki Be amazed by the color of the lake against the snowy backdrop of Aoraki/Mount Cook as you hike, drive or ride through this incredibly picturesque landscape. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Pukaki-Canterbury.d6113036.Vacation-Attraction) ![Coronet Peak Ski Area which includes snow skiing and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502451/903d3a9f-7ea2-4905-a4bf-428f5da997a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coronet Peak Ski Area A variety of slopes for all abilities and some excellent après-ski options are on offer at this ski field just minutes from central Queenstown. [](https://expedia.com/Coronet-Peak-Ski-Area-Otago.d502451.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lake Wanaka which includes a lake or waterhole, a beach and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110710/2fb1ae90-9778-4497-82a7-239b016e2fc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Wānaka Enjoy gorgeous hiking trails and deserted beaches at this pristine lake with the magnificent backdrop of the Southern Alps. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Wanaka-Otago.d6110710.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in South Island ![Queenstown Beach featuring a small town or village, a pebble beach and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6226404/7f64f0cc-487b-4a60-8e2e-d6723de4fb9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Queenstown City Centre Discover superb adventure sports, art, nightlife and shopping attractions in this compact district nestled between Lake Wakatipu and soaring mountains. [](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Queenstown-City-Centre.dx6216654) ![New Regent Street featuring railway items and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248625331905735/1276bf96-7573-4854-8ae3-f63f23b218d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Christchurch City Centre Explore the picturesque and vibrant heart of the city that is getting back to normal after a series of devastating earthquakes. [](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-Christchurch-City-Centre.dx6052809) ![Dunedin featuring a park, heritage elements and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153780085/76f25c0e-02c6-470f-bf6d-c3aadfb8fcfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dunedin City Centre Travelers come to Dunedin City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Regent Theatre and Grand Casino while you're in town. [](https://expedia.com/Dunedin-Dunedin-City-Centre.dx6052749) ![Frankton featuring a small town or village, forests and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127159/0294acfe-3b4a-4ff1-8121-84ee0394f669.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Frankton Stay in this picturesque part of Queenstown where the airport is located to enjoy spectacular mountain views and relaxed lakeside walks. [](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Frankton.dx6127159) ![Landing Christchurch New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693001997489496064/c2dd6748-ba46-4fb0-84dd-a0b7b9ffcccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Christchurch Airport If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Christchurch Airport and surrounding area, you can visit International Antarctic Centre and Russley Golf Club. [](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-Christchurch-Airport.dx693001997489496064) ![Queenstown View on a Sunny Day in New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873311159311372288/0d302cb1-740c-4bf1-bbc3-9490b53c5f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Goldfield Heights While there might not be top attractions in Goldfield Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queenstown Mall and Skycity Queenstown Casino. [](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Hill-Goldfield-Heights.dx873311159311372288) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/South-Island.dx6052692.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from South Island ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/562/efd33101-9efc-4853-b1e7-4191d1831d36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Blenheim ![Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179996/311b9e05-0248-4db6-b947-d11cb5386508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Christchurch ![Hokitika](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1474/2298f651-5dad-49d8-8672-5b47c0d13412.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hokitika ![sunset at the estuary - the area beside the estuary used to be the city landfill and has been a restoration project since 1994 with ongoing planting and pest plant control. Walking and cycling loop track around the Lagoon and across the Roger Sutton Boardwalk. Interpretation, seating and bird watching opportunities. Views extend to Bluff Hill further south.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1646/57e9e3a6-9ee5-4eb0-8a45-751b557f05b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Invercargill ![Milford Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2274/42edfe73-e3df-41ae-bdb4-c980968ca477.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Milford Sound ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2390/aad18e3f-97c5-4f0a-921c-6e8bd9bb204a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mount Cook ![Panorama of New Zealand from Takaka hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2505/904f7486-68b1-4eba-83d0-5cb5a0446595.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Motueka ![Panorama of Nelson City, reflected in the Maitai River, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2600/33cedede-ca34-44a2-8227-dff32b4bbb7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nelson ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in South Island on a sunny day? > - [Jackson Orchards Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/jackson-orchards-tour.a259492.activity-details) > - [Arrowtown & Wanaka Small Group Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/arrowtown-wanaka-small-group-tour.a435477.activity-details) > - [Arrowtown & Wanaka Premium Small Group Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/arrowtown-wanaka-premium-small-group-tour.a435451.activity-details) > - [Milford Sound Fly Explore Fly](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/milford-sound-fly-explore-fly.a654260.activity-details) ### What to do in South Island on a rainy day? ### What should I not miss in South Island? > - Coronet Peak Ski Area > - Mona Vale > - New Brighton Beach > - St. Clair Beach ### Are there cheap things to do in South Island? > - [Time Tripper Queenstown](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/time-tripper-queenstown.a2321627.activity-details) > - [Full & Half Day Premium E-Bike Hire (Giant Fathom E+3 - 2020 model)](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-half-day-premium-e-bike-hire-giant-fathom-e3-2020-model.a1295708.activity-details) > - [Full & Half Day Hardtail Cruiser Bike Hire (Giant Talon 3 - 2020 model)](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-half-day-hardtail-cruiser-bike-hire-giant-talon-3-2020-model.a1295707.activity-details) > - [Jackson Orchards Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/jackson-orchards-tour.a259492.activity-details) ### What can you do in South Island for free? > - Mona Vale > - New Brighton Beach > - St. Clair Beach > - Lyttelton Harbour ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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