South Island New Zealand Tours

South Island New Zealand Tours

The South Island, also officially named Te Waipounamu is the larger of the two major islands of New Zealand in surface area, but not in population. Check out our most popular South Island New Zealand Tours below.

The South Island of New Zealand is a wonderland of natural beauty, with towering mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and lush rainforests. It’s also home to some of the world’s best skiing and snowboarding, so you can enjoy the outdoors year round!

The South Island is full of natural wonders and spectacular scenery that will leave you breathless.

There are countless ways to explore it—whether you’re keen on hiking, cycling, or just exploring on foot. And if you’re looking for a little more action? Check out our New Zealand South Island tours!

The South Island covers 150,437km2 and consists of six states: Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury, Otago and Southland. There are ten National Parks on the South Island, mostly alpine, and around 3000 glaciers located along the Southern Alps that run North to South. There are also four extinct volcanoes and fifteen fiords including the World-renowned Milford and Doubtful Sounds, all located in the southwest of the island in a mountainous area known as Fiordland.

Explore iconic NZ with these New Zealand South Island tours. From Nelson and Abel Tasman National Park to Franz & Fox Glacier. Wanaka, Queenstown, Milford, and Doubtful Sounds, Dunedin, Stewart Island, Mt Cook National Park, Christchurch, and Akaroa we have a New Zealand South Island tour that suits you.

Check out our New Zealand South Island bus tours.

New Zealand South Island Tour on a Budget

Our best South Island guided trips if you are a backpacker or on a budget:

9 Day South Island 

9 Day Adventure Tour

Premium Coach New Zealand South Island Tour

If you would love a luxury coach tour around New Zealand or are over 50 this South Island tour would be perfect for you:

9 Day Southern Dream

New Zealand South Island Cycle Tour

If you fancy Cycling, hiking, and camping in NZ this tour is for you.

9 Day Southern Light New Zealand Tour

The South Island of New Zealand is a wild land of glaciers, rainforests, and rolling hills. Take a NZ South Island tour package today.

Guided Tours South Island New Zealand

Taking a guided tour of the South Island of New Zealand is a great way to experience all the natural wonders and spectacular scenery that the island has to offer.

With experienced guides leading the way, you’ll get a deeper understanding of the local culture, history, and environment. They can also share their insider knowledge and tips on the best places to visit, the best time to go, and the best way to get there.

Guided tours are an especially good option for solo travelers, who can join a small group of like-minded people and make new friends along the way.

Whether you’re interested in hiking, cycling, wildlife watching, or just soaking up the stunning views, a guided tour is the perfect way to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the South Island of New Zealand.

See it all on our South Island tours.