South Island Holidays
South Island holidaysin New Zealand
There are few places in the world where you can sit on a beach and view snow-capped peaks, but this is certainly one of them. Add to this, crystal clear, shimmering fiords where steep cliffs reach up to iridescent blue skies, deep undergrowth which opens out to dramatic vistas of sea, mountains and the long white cloud clinging to distant hills and you have a snapshot of a destination which promises much and delivers more.As the gateway to the South Island, Christchurch is a must on any itinerary. The city wows with innovative architecture, immense street art, bustling restaurants, laneways and green parks.
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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