South Island
Things are a little more dramatic on the South Island. With large intimidating mountains, glaciers and fiords, this wonderous chunk of land is a veritable paradise for anyone who enjoys the great outdoors. Christchurch is the biggest city on the island, while Queenstown is definitely the craziest! Bungy Jump, skydive, snowboard, whale-watch or cruise through the amazing Milford Sound. Just about anything is doable on the South Island.
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Day trips
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Tandem Skydive Queenstown |
Tandem Skydive from 15000, 12000 or 9000ft and freefall at 200kph over New Zealand's most scenic resort - Queenstown. Once the chute opens, you’ll have time to marvel at the stunning mountain landscapes as you glide peacefully to the ground. | £115 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
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AJ Hacket Bungy Queenstown |
This is where the bungy phenomenon all began, and AJ Hacket started it all off. There are bungy options for every level of adrenalin junkie from the original 43m Kawarau Bridge leap to the massive 134m Nevis Highwire. Prepare to scream your lungs sore. | £62 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
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Shotover Jet Queenstown |
Get ready for thirty minutes of thrill therapy as you career at breakneck speed in a jet boat through the Shotover River Canyon. Big white water spray, 360 degree spins and close encounters with the canyon walls are all part of this legendary experience. | £51 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
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Milford Sound Full Day |
Start & Finish: Queenstown Milford Sound simply has to be seen. Tagged as the ‘most beautiful place in New Zealand’ and the ‘eighth wonder of the world’; please don’t even consider missing it out. The Sound is actually a fjord surrounded by high rainforest-covered cliffs. Rainfall is some of the highest in the world and temporary waterfalls cascade up to 1000 metres into the water. Watch out for seals, penguins and dolphins, who are regular visitors to the area. |
£77 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
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Whale Watching Kaikoura |
A truly unique experience - get out onto the open waters and enjoy a close encounter with the mysterious Giant Sperm whale. These enormous creatures roam the seas of Kaikoura all year round so you can admire their unique beauty at any time. Furthermore the tour company will offer an 80% refund if you do not see a whale! |
£68 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
Mini & big adventures
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Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise |
Start & Finish Queenstown After being picked up from Queenstown this enchanting overnight cruise takes you across the beautiful Lake Manapouri before boarding the Fiordland Navigator at Deep Cove. You will then set off for a cruise through the Doubtful Sound fiord - a place of the utmost breathtaking nature in the remote and peaceful wilderness. You get accommodation aboard the vessel, and dinner and breakfast are served. Get ready for some serenity, mesmerizing scenery, and stunning wilderness views - Bliss! |
£131 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
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Milford Sound Overnight Cruise |
Start & Finish Queenstown After being picked up from Queenstown you head to the Milford Wharf. Here you board the Milford Wanderer as it cruises the full-length of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea. At a leisurely pace the vessel explores the mighty surroundings. Relax as you cruise by waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife with the experienced nature guide on board. After reaching the open sea, the vessel returns under sail (weather permitting), and anchors overnight in Harrison Cove. There are opportunities to go kayaking or to explore in the vessel's tender craft. An evening meal is included and a fully licensed bar sells beer, wine and spirits. The following morning, after a big breakfast, there is time to explore once again before returning to the Milford Wharf, and then back to Queenstown. |
£161 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
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Southern Explorer 7 Days |
Start & Finish: Christchurch The South Island gloriously exhibits enormous snow covered mountains, alpine lakes, cavernous valleys and colossal fiords. This week-long adventure will transport you and your awe-struck countenance on a loop around many of New Zealand’s most astonishing natural sights. So prepare to have all the little things in life put into perspective as you come to realise just how magnificent the planet earth can be.
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£440 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
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Southern Highlights 9 Days |
Start & Finish: Christchurch The South Island looks like it was once inhabited by a species of rampaging giants! Perhaps the Kiwi’s were being ironic when they boringly named it the South Island, because there is nothing dull about the domineering mountains, mind-boggling glaciers, humungous fiords and sweeping swathes of farmland that define this awesome half of New Zealand.
Upgrade to the All of South Island which takes in the tranquil Hanmer Springs, the spectacular marine life of Kaikoura and the picturesque Abel Tasman National Park. 14 days fr £874 |
£762 | Call 0871 230 0040 Find a branch > |
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