South Island Holidays
South Island holidaysin New Zealand
New Zealand's South Island reveals snow-capped peaks meeting the sea, crystal fiords and dramatic vistas. Christchurch offers innovative architecture and vibrant culture, while adrenaline-fuelled Queenstown delivers bungee jumping and jet boating beside Lake Wakatipu. Explore World Heritage Fiordland, glacier-carved Wanaka and Aoraki Mount Cook, or hike to the accessible Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. Discover Abel Tasman's coastal beauty, Marlborough's wine and Sounds and Kaikoura's whales and dolphins. Ride the scenic TranzAlpine train through Arthur's Pass, wander historic Dunedin, spot penguins on Otago Peninsula and venture to remote, wildlife-rich Stewart Island.
Why Visit South Island?
- Incredible national parks
- Glaciers and mountains
- Scenic fiords
- Wineries
- Activites galore in Queenstown
- Beautiful cities
Most popular Places to visit in South Island
Our recommendations for the most popular resorts to visit in South Island
Recommended touring itineraries including South Island
A selection of our most popular touring itineraries including South Island.
South Island Travel Guide
Best time to go
There really isn’t a bad time to visit South Island, although there is a far greater seasonal difference than on the North Island. In winter temperatures can get as low as -10ºC while summers can experience temperatures as high as 40ºC. The west coast of South Island has the island’s highest rainfall.
Travel Information
Christchurch is approximately 26 hours from the UK (including a stopover). Queenstown and Dunedin also have international airports, while other island areas have domestic airports or are within an easy drive.
Local currency
New Zealand dollar
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